Because I respect what Trump has done for Jews, I was horrified when I learned that his campaign boasted of underhanded tactics to portray Governor Josh Shapiro as a liability for the Democrats. {Amy Neustein, Ph.D]
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Amy Neustein, Antisemitism, Israel, Jewish History, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
It does not surprise me that pro-Arab advocates compare the Gaza war to Vietnam and downplay Hamas’ outrages. Or that former President Donald J. Trump blames antisemitism for the choice of Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate. What shocks me is Democratic strategist James Carville’s charge that Republicans support Israel because Jews are “whiter” than Arabs. [Bruce S. Ticker]
Trump and Carville Fan Antisemitic Sentiment Read More »
Antisemitism, Bruce Ticker, Israel, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
As students go back to college next week in San Diego, be mindful of traffic and young adults walking to campuses in the college areas. Meanwhile, the Israeli American Council (IAC) put together an essential guide for students to combat campus antisemitism. This “cheat sheet” is designed to help students feel stronger and supported as they face these challenges. [Cailin Acosta]
Back to College … and the Fight against Campus Antisemitism Read More »
Antisemitism, Cailin Acosta, Israel, Jewish Religion, Obituaries & memorials, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, Sports & Competitions, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & Broadcast, Travel and Food
Since childhood, one of my life guides has been “Always act with a goal in mind.” Later, I saw that Friedrich Nietzsche put the idea this way, “Humans need a goal to live,” and Andrew Carnegie wrote, “If you want to be happy, set a goal that commands your thoughts, liberates your energy and inspires your hopes.” [Rabbi Dr. Israel Drazin]
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Israel Drazin-Rabbi Dr., Jewish Religion, Staff and Bylined Contributors
This book for kindergarteners through 3rd graders is intended to help children overcome their fears. In this case Tali, who wears a hamsa necklace to ward off evil, is afraid to join other children on playground equipment. She’s especially fearful of joining her peers at a martial arts class. The reason? She’s afraid that she will fall and break to pieces. [Donald H. Harrison]
Dreaming a Child’s Fears Away in Book for K-3 Readers Read More »
Books, Poetry & Short Stories, Donald H. Harrison
He is a supporter of Israel and has called Israel’s war against Hamas “a moral war,” though his running mate Nicole Shanahan disagrees with Kennedy on this issue, believing that “Israel should be showing more restraint.” What has Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said in reference to Jews that has raised eyebrows in the Jewish community? [Mark D. Zimmerman]
Jewish Trivia Quiz: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Read More »
Mark D. Zimmerman, Trivia, Humor & Satire, USAMonday (August 19) is the minor Jewish holiday Tu B’Av. This holiday is on the 15th day of the month of Av and known as the Jewish Day of Love or slightly compared to Valentines Day in the United States. [Cailin Acosta]
Why Our Fellow Jews May Be More Affectionate on Monday Read More »
Books, Poetry & Short Stories, Cailin Acosta, Israel, Jewish Religion, Lifestyles, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Trivia, Humor & Satire, USA
What was telling is that the song from the movie Titanic implies Trump’s bid for his second term is sinking and that he is drowning like Jack in the film. One wonders what other messages his musical coordinator wants to convey with his selections of music for Trump’s appearances. Here are my predictions. [Laurie Baron]
Satire: Trump’s Campaign Songs Read More »
Lawrence Baron, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Trivia, Humor & Satire, USA
Two worlds apart but we speak the same language of art. Olga Worm met artist Bongani Lincoln Khumalo of Cape Town, South Africa, at the Laguna Beach Art-A-Fair Summer Fine Art Festival. Subsequently he came to San Diego County to deliver a piece of art that Worm had purchased. We met at a restaurant in La Mesa. [Cailin Acosta]
African Art, Jewish Folk Customs Enliven Intercultural Conversation Read More »
Cailin Acosta, California, International, Jewish Religion, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors
This show creates a new understanding of musical theatre, by intentionally exploring composition and dynamics. Some of the images are abstract, others are extreme close ups of a face or a person. Each composition captures a moment in time and enables the actor and the viewer to decipher a story. [Eva Trieger]
16 Photographs Inspire 16 Songs at Trinity Theatre Company Read More »
Eva Trieger, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & Broadcast
This concert’s featured works were all dedicated to the memory of people dear to their composers. Ravel’s Sonata for Violin and Cello was in memory of his fellow impressionist composer, Debussy; Arensky’s Piano Trio was in memory of the great Russian cellist, Karl Davidov; and Faure’s Requiem, was written to be performed at the funeral of his dear friend, Joseph Lesoufaché, an architect. [Eileen Wingard]
SummerFest’s ‘In Loving Memory’ Program Salutes the Late Joan Jacobs Read More »
Eileen Wingard, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, Obituaries & memorials, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors
While strolling through North Park the other day, I saw a quote from Ruth Bader Ginsburg posted outside Saigon Coffee on the corner of 30th and Lincoln. I thought it would be nice if everyone thought this way. Accept people for their differences, cultures, views and just be good to each other. [Cailin Acosta]
Taking Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s Advice Read More »
Antisemitism, Cailin Acosta, California, Holocaust, Israel, Jewish Religion, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
Those early years in Israel, from preschool through my early teens, were shaped by a unique blend of independence, community, and a deep connection to our surroundings. The rhythm of our days was set by the school bell and the hum of local life—a far cry from the structured, often insulated, childhoods I would observe later while raising my own kids in the United States. [Shahar Masori]
An Israeli-American Perspective: Growing Up in Two Worlds Read More »
Israel, Lifestyles, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, Shahar Masori, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Travel and Food, USA
Is it over the top? Yes. Is it raucous? Yes. Are the physical comedy and innuendos suggestive and bordering on lewd? Yes, a thousand times, yes. Will it take your mind off your troubles? A resounding Yes! [Eva Trieger]
‘Don’t Dress for Dinner’ Hilarious, But Closes this Sunday Read More »
Eva Trieger, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & Broadcast