As students at Washington University and leaders of the pro-Israel, pro-peace, anti-occupation organization J Street U, we strongly appreciate Congressman William Lacy Clay’s record as a longtime supporter of a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and for human rights for all people in the region.

Two weeks ago, President Barack Obama spoke to a large group of Israelis in Jerusalem, most of whom were students. He called them to act for peace in the region, explaining that “the only way for Israel to thrive as a Jewish and democratic state is through a viable Palestine.” Mr.