Common sense and the vital national interests of both Israel and the United States , not to mention the peace and prosperity of a good part of the Middle East , depend upon it . Barack Obama : Aaron David Miller and Barack Obama have a tense relationship . Miller : It 's smart for Obama to visit Obama now since there are less expectations . He says the trip will give Israel a chance to show empathy for Israelis and help create a bond . Miller : One trip wo n't be transformational , but it 's a good start to tackling vital issues .
Barack Obama : Aaron David Miller and Barack Obama have a tense relationship . Miller : It 's smart for Obama to visit Obama now since there are less expectations . He says the trip will give Israel a chance to show empathy for Israelis and help create a bond . Miller : One trip wo n't be transformational , but it 's a good start to tackling vital issues .