I’ve been wearing various versions of the yellow ribbon since October.  It was intended for me to remember to do everything I can to help free the hostages.  But there isn’t anything I can do to help the 135 people whose names have not even been released.  It’s up to Hamas, and as much as I feel for the people of Gaza, I would never have mercy for those who tortured, raped, murdered those 135 hostages.  

But I think I’m less inclined to wear the ribbon any more.  Like Kramer.  I fear wearing the ribbon makes me feel virtuous, and it is unnecessary to do more.