As Passover approaches, our thoughts turn to liberation. An increasing number of American Jews are making the connection between the release of the Jews from bondage in Egypt and our collective responsibility to push for an end to the 50-year-old Occupation -- so that Palestinians and Israelis may be free.

US Ambassador to Israel David Friedman has something else in mind.

When he says "Hashana haba'ah b'yerusalayim" ("Next year in Jerusalem"), he'll be reflecting on his gratitude to President Trump.

Watch the Ambassador's Pesach greetings here: