Frightful Friday left me enraged and distressed. Three new events last Friday, and another the day before, added to the tensions worldwide with which our fellow Jews must deal. (Bruce S. Ticker}
OpEd: On Houthis, Russians, and Home-Grown Hoodlums Read More »
Antisemitism, Bruce Ticker, International, Israel, Middle East, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
Most people need to realize the profound difference between law and justice. The difference also exists between ethics and thinking and other matters in this world, such as human habits and the active forces of nature. I will describe the difference by focusing on the 2024 movie The Beekeeper. [Rabbi Dr. Israel Drazin]
The Difference Between the Law and Justice Read More »
Israel Drazin-Rabbi Dr., Jewish Religion, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & Broadcast
Imagine that a Rabbi with many years of experience was asked to deliver a message to a rabbinical graduation class. What would he or she say? Perhaps the following message might be appropriate.
Some Advice for Newly Minted Rabbis Read More »
Bernhard H. Rosenberg-Rabbi, Jewish Religion, Lifestyles, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
That research is important in the quest for cures for Alzheimer’s Disease, Cancer, Schizophrenia, and Parkinson’s Disease. The research helps physiologists calculate the length of a person’s step; makes strides toward thought-activated speech; and utilizes mathematics for defining medical issues. [Donald H. Harrison]
OpEd: The Folly of Academic Boycotts Against Israel Read More »
Donald H. Harrison, Israel, Opinion, Science, Medicine, & Education, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Technology, USAA veteran pro-Israel organization which spent $14.5 million to oust U.S. Rep. Jamaal Bowman in the June 25 Democratic primary displayed excessive wealth and power. Bowman, who is widely viewed as anti-Israel, probably would have lost without the expenditure of $14.5 million to educate voters in New York’s 16th congressional district of his failings. [Bruce S. Ticker]
OpEd: How NOT to Fight Antisemitism Read More »
Antisemitism, Bruce Ticker, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
Inhofe’s commitment to the Iron Dome and other vitally important Senate initiatives that strengthened Israel have been completely absent from the many articles celebrating his career of service and marking his passing. In this small space, an attempt will be made to rectify that. [Moshe Phillips]
OpEd: Remembering Jim Inhofe and His Vital Support for Israel Read More »
Israel, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USAMariana Chilton, PhD is a college professor in Philadelphia by day and a suspected thief in the night in a wealthy suburb. She faces charges in Montgomery County Court for swiping pro-Israel signs from a neighboring synagogue and a private home. [Bruce S. Ticker]
Drexel Prof. Arrested on Charge of Stealing Pro-Israel Signs Read More »
Bruce Ticker, Israel, Opinion, Science, Medicine, & Education, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
Since October, some of these objections to the academic study of Israel have escalated to soft boycotts sometimes led by professors in important departments related to the study of modern Israel and to current events. At the same time, students across the board have expressed increased desire to learn about Israel and the region. Registration in Israel-related courses, including courses taught by MGSDII professors is at its highest levels ever. [Susan Lapidus]
OpEd: Value of Israeli Professors on U.S. College Campuses Read More »
Ben Dishman, Israel, Opinion, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USABowman’s credibility, along with his colleagues, is severely damaged by their fact-free accusations of Israel, which in turn makes it difficult for any reasonable person to take them seriously. If they put forward bills to improve life for vulnerable Americans, the proposed legislation stands less chance of success because of their pariah status. [Bruce S. Ticker]
OpEd: Pro-Hamas Legislators Not Taken Seriously on Domestic Issues Read More »
Antisemitism, Bruce Ticker, Israel, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
After my repatriation to Israel, I traveled to France frequently for research work in physics. There I met a French physics professor, a Jew who knew my stepfather and claimed that I could obtain French citizenship because I had French historical roots. I loved the language and culture of France, but I preferred to be an Israeli, if only because of my thoughts on “Where is France going?” [Alex Gordon]
Why I Didn’t Become French Read More »
Alex Gordon, Antisemitism, International, Israel, Jewish History, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors
Since when do college kids want to sit through hours of boring meetings? Then I found out, they get paid for their “activism.” Amnesty International is one such employer as this advertisement posted in Seattle, Washington, demonstrates. [Miriam Gershenson]
OpEd: Pro-Israel Volunteers Needed to Counter Paid Pro-Hamas Students Read More »
Antisemitism, Israel, Miriam Gershenson, Opinion, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA“No police officers were injured. It would therefore be extremely difficult for (prosecutors) to prove any charge other than trespass at trial,” explained Assistant District Attorney Stephen Millan. [Bruce Ticker]
OpEd: Dropping Charges against Columbia University Trespassers Sends Wrong Message Read More »
Bruce Ticker, Israel, Opinion, Science, Medicine, & Education, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USAU.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]
OpEd: Topsy-Turvy Antics of the Anti-Israel Politicians in Two Countries Read More »
Bruce Ticker, International, Israel, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
Did you know that a mere four-hour flight from London lies a self-proclaimed Arab state chafing under a decades-long occupation? And that their haughty overlords, motivated in part by dubious historical claims to the land, partly by naked territorial aggrandizement, annually encourages thousands of its settlers to move in and tilt the demographic balance in its favor? [Dominic Martin]
An Arab People’s Fight for Independence from Occupying Power Read More »
International, Israel, Middle East, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors