Remembrance

Los Angeles, CA – October 7, 2024 – Elliott Broidy, founder and CEO, and long-time advocate for U.S. and allied security, has released a statement on the one-year anniversary of the horrific attacks by Hamas on October 7, 2023. In his recent blog post, Broidy shares his reflections on the tragedy, the ongoing impact of that day, and the importance of global remembrance and vigilance against rising antisemitism.

“October 7 should have been a day of joy,” Broidy recalls. “It was Shabbat and Simchat Torah, a day of celebration in the Jewish calendar. Tragically, it turned into one of unimaginable horror. We remember the innocent lives lost, the brutal actions inflicted by Hamas, and the courage shown by those who tried to protect others in the face of unspeakable violence.” Among the hardest-hit was the Nova music festival, an event centered on peace, where 364 innocent people were murdered, while more than 40 others were abducted.

Broidy recently attended The Nova Music Festival Exhibition: October 7th 06:29 AM – the Moment Music Stood Still in Los Angeles, an immersive recreation of the tragic scene. “Walking through the exhibit brought everything back—burned cars, abandoned shoes—all haunting reminders of the day’s brutality. The shoes especially reminded me of similar displays in Holocaust museums, evoking a profound sense of loss and the darkness humanity can inflict.”

Reflecting on the aftermath, Broidy shared his anger at the distressing responses he observed, from individuals celebrating the attacks to protests that glorified the atrocities of October 7. He expressed deep concern over the surge in antisemitic hate crimes in the U.S., which reached record highs in 2023, as well as his dismay that Israel did not receive global solidarity in the wake of such violence.

“As we mark one year since that dark day, I urge people everywhere to remember the victims and to stand resolutely against hatred in all its forms. It’s a time for collective reflection and commitment to fostering peace, not division,” Broidy emphasizes. “This anniversary reminds us of the critical importance of supporting those who work to protect and serve against such threats.”

Elliott Broidy continues to advocate for security and public safety, stressing the importance of vigilance and remembrance as crucial steps toward a future free of such atrocities.