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Below are the names of writers who are currently active.  For others, living and deceased, please type their name into the search box above the masthead on our home page, www.sdjewishworld.com

OpEd: Topsy-Turvy Antics of the Anti-Israel Politicians in Two Countries

U.S. Rep. Jamaal Bowman (D-New York) takes confusing stands on Israel while, across the Atlantic Ocean, Britain’s Labour Party promises to recognize a Palestinian state if it returns to power in Parliament. Both are topsy-turvy antics that would inspire playwright William S. Gilbert of Gilbert & Sullivan fame. [Bruce S. Ticker]

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Bruce Ticker, International, Israel, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA

Wednesday, June 19th, is Juneteenth – A Day for Reflection

On June 19, 1865, federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas and ensured that all enslaved people were set free — a last chapter in America’s abominable record of state-sanctioned slavery.  According to History.com, Juneteenth which is short for June Nineteenth, became a federal holiday on June 17, 2021. [Cailin Acosta]

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Cailin Acosta, International, Lifestyles, Obituaries & memorials, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Travel and Food

Jewish Federation Promotes Physical Security Amid Rising Antisemitism

We helped many local Jewish institutions secure State and Federal security grants through Threat and Vulnerability Assessments and grant writing support. We also provided our own grants to organizations like Chabad of Carmel Valley and San Diego Hebrew Day School to enhance their security plans. And in response to heightened security needs post-October 7, we provided funding Hillel of San Diego to enhance security measures and ensure the safety of Jewish students on our college campuses. [Heidi Gantwerk]

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Heidi Gantwerk, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Technology

Mimi’s Ark: Showing Love for Ramona’s Wildlife

He leads photographic expeditions to in Africa and Central and South America, including Botswana, Costa Rica, and Chile. With his keen insight to animal behavior and his jovial personality, the expeditions are very popular, and sell out quickly. [Mimi Pollack]

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Books, Poetry & Short Stories, Mimi Pollack, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, The World We Share

A Serious Essay about European Jewish Humor

Self-criticism is inherent in a tolerant society that respects the human being as such and reflects on its mistakes and imperfections. Self-criticism is alien to an authoritarian society. Nations that are satisfied with themselves and look to other nations for faults and blame for their failures are stagnant. Jews are dissatisfied, hence they develop. [Alex Gordon]

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Alex Gordon, Antisemitism, Books, Poetry & Short Stories, International, Israel, Jewish History, Lifestyles, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Trivia, Humor & Satire

House of Israel Lawn Program Attracts Hundreds of Well Wishers

The MC for the day was Ori Lerer, a student leader at UCSD who owned the stage with his presence. Ruth Mastron came on stage and gave a speech that kicked off the festivities. Shanee Zamir, who was a contestant in Eurovision in 2013 (she went on to win 1st place in the popular vote) sang both the American and Israeli anthems. Right after, Shirim B’Lev Choir invited people in the crowd to come on stage with them and they sang popular Israeli songs. [Miriam Gershenson]

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Israel, Miriam Gershenson, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA

OpEd: How Jewish Community Must Respond to Antisemitism

The world today denies the atrocities done by Hamas, including murder and rape. Hamas has a great propaganda machine not unlike that of Nazi Germany. The world wants us to believe that the Israelis are the monsters, even though they are defending themselves. The United Nations is no friend to Israel and spreads lies to the world. [Rabbi Dr. Bernhard Rosenberg]

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Antisemitism, Bernhard H. Rosenberg-Rabbi, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors

Remembering Our Good Ol’ Dads & Celebrating Israel’s Diversity

House of Israel Balboa Park Annual Lawn Program “Celebrating Israel’s Diversity” will be at 11 a.m., Sunday, June 16. There will be non-profit booths, vendors, food, a DJ and some amazing performances including head liner Shanee Zamir. Also performing are The Art of Movement w/Lilian Elbaz, Shirim B’Lev Choir and Israeli Folk Dancing Lessons! [Cailin Acosta]

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Cailin Acosta, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors