Does anyone remember the threat from Iran?
Israel is in the midst of an election, and like many American Jews, I am following it closely. And one issue in particular both fascinates and distresses me: What...
Read MoreIsrael is in the midst of an election, and like many American Jews, I am following it closely. And one issue in particular both fascinates and distresses me: What...
Read More1. “On the one hand, I oppose the missile attacks by Hamas on Israel. On the other hand…” There is no “other hand.” Opposition to rocket fire on innocent...
Read MoreWomen of the Wall are true heroes of Jewish life, but I want more than they are demanding. I support them and applaud them, to be sure. They are principled,...
Read MoreWith Israel moving toward elections, we will be hearing a great deal from leaders of the settlement movement. By all accounts, their influence is growing in Israel,...
Read MoreMy colleagues in the Reform movement reacted harshly to the statement of Israeli Chief Rabbi Shlomo Amar that on the High Holidays it would be better for a Jew to pray...
Read MoreWhat does the great bicycle controversy tell us about Judaism in the Jewish State? That there’s much to worry about. Without going into a lot of detail, this is...
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