Laurie MacDonald, CEO of Center for Victims, based on the South Side, expressed unwavering support Monday for the Jewish community during what she described as a sacred time of Passover. “I’m heartbroken by the victimization of Jews for so long,” MacDonald said.

Shari Lowenstein Zatman of O’Hara is entering Passover with a mix of emotions this year.

“I definitely feel like we’re observing Passover with a heavier heart this year. ’Let My People Go’ is something we say as part of the holiday and it’s taken on a relevant meaning with our hope for the release of the hostages in Gaza,” Zatman said.