I Am Having a Hard Time Breathing
Now we have another Jewish widow and six new Jewish orphans.
“Palestine’s Capital can be Ramallah” – Arabs Say What the West Dares Not Admit
What is incredible is that some Arab governments are willing to go with an Israeli-ruled Jerusalem as part of a permanent peace agreement, and to tell the Palestinians to stop using it as a roadblock to peace.
Picking up the Pieces after Death of 2 State Solution
In the 69 years of this history, Israelis’ support for the two-state solution, however, has slowly eroded. The main reason is the realization that the Palestinians never wanted it and are not likely to ever want it.
Being Religious and a NYT Letter to the Editor
Fifth, is it "profanity" in naming a train station after President Trump? Truly? Of course, if it is Trump himself that bothers you, rather than naming the station after a person, a non-Jew, then we are left with a political dispute.
Iran’s Despotic Ayatollah Echoes US Liberal Ideas-That Should Tell You Something
Iran's murderous, dictatorial, Islamist leader Khamenei, posted a tweet using the American left’s rhetoric to attack the US. This should alarm any liberal who has even the tiniest capability for introspection.
The Non-Orthodox Jewish Denominations Fight Israel
In truth, the relationship between various progressive branches of Judaism and the Jewish State have been terrible for a long time. A number of Jewish organizations actively seek to harm Israel in public fora.
Trump Can End the Palestinian Refugee Problem
In order for there to ever be peace between Israel and her neighbors, the Arabs must face reality: that Israel is a legitimate country belonging to a legitimate people, and that the Palestinians are not going to “return” to it, not ever. The charade of the “Palestinian refugee” must end.
Identity Politics Works Until You Run Out of Other People
Once simple categories of 3 races and 2 genders has mutated into an infinite alphabet of identities and ethnicities--national, cultural, racial and religious--each with its own microaggressions and shows no signs of slowing down its expansion
Shiloh Musings: Why is The Secular Left so Obsessed with Converting Us?
The secular Left suffers from an insecurity, since their religion/ideology keeps changing with the seasons. And they never know who's going to ask too many questions and end up taking on traditional Judaism and/or Right views.
Another Reason to call it the ‘Catastrophic’ Shalit Deal
The deal made to release Shalit only gets worse with time.
The Lid’s Exclusive *’Unhinged’ Predictions For 2018
New Year’s the time for political pundits to make their predictions for the coming year. Here are some of the more 'outrageous' prognostications, courtesy of Jeff Dunetz, founder and editor of 'The Lid'
The ‘Occupation’ (not the Grinch) Stole Christmas
The issue is not Christmas itself or Christians. The problem is that Arab solidarity against the Jews is more often than not, stronger than the values of Christianity.
Is Israel Reforming the Muslim Middle East?
One is left to wonder, where does the New York Times get its information?
The Iranian Counterrevolution: A Good Start
The consequences in the region if the Iranian regime were replaced by one prioritizing economic development over foreign adventures would be immense. Israel would be overjoyed if the $ sent to Hezbollah stayed in Iran
Shiloh Musings: January 1st is Not My “New Year”
Today is NOT a New Year for all...
Rebbe Santa
This may seem like a strange topic for a Rav of a Shul to talk about; however, since I enjoy sharing all facets of...
Arab States Tiring Of Palestinian Overreaction To Trump’s Jerusalem Call
The Palestinian efforts to “sway public opinion” have failed, in fact, the only result of PA President Abbas’ efforts has been to drive a wedge between Pres. Trump and the Arab World.
Following the Hate: An Open Letter to Lorde
This letter is different. It isn't a begging you to change your mind. Once you have bought into the BDS lies, it is very difficult to shake them. It is absolutely true Palestinians suffer. The only real questions relate to why this is happening, and what can be done about it.
What Jews Do On Christmas
Enjoy the vacation...
The Quagmire of Manipulation
Love him or hate him, you have to admire Donald Trump’s genius for manipulating the media. What’s even more impressive is the way he’s been beating them at their own game.
Message from a Jew to Christians Everywhere: Put Christ back in Christmas, for All...
Words shape meaning and if you take the 'Christ' out of Christmas there is no reason to celebrate. Accommodating bullies who want to enforce political correctness isn’t “being nice.”
Shiloh Musings: Demonstrations aren’t the Way to Change Government Leaders
I am extremely unhappy with the so-called "anti-corruption" demonstrations going on here in Israel. They are to force the hand of the already Left wing judiciary and the police.
Iran’s New Favorite Jewish Scholars
The Iranian government has found new Jewish friends willing to publicly undermine Israel. And for Iran, these Jews have the added value of looking like hippy college professors as opposed to the black hat Neturei Karta rabbis.
Shiloh Musings: If Bogie’s the Alternative, I’ll Stick With Bibi
Bibi's far from perfect, but I don't see anyone who can replace him, certainly not former Defense Minister Moshe “Bogie” Ya’alon.
The Obama-Hezbollah-Iran crime family
Obama’s was the most consistently anti-Israel administration since the founding of the state of Israel, considering the deliberate insults and provocations. It also failed the American public by "permitting" Hezbollah’s narco-terrorism
Shiloh Musings: International Bullying Versus Israel and Trump
The anti-Semites and anti-Israelis, including many countries like Great Britain which have claimed to be Israel's allies, have now shown their true hatred of Jewish rights, history and Israeli sovereignty.
A Settler (Me) in Nabi Saleh, the Tamimis, T’ruah and Breaking the Silence
A few times a year I take an extreme left-wing tour in Israel. These tours aim to show why settlers, the IDF, the occupation etc. are all evil. What I didn't appreciate on the tour was being lied to by the Leftist organizations, T’ruah and Breaking the Silence
Shiloh Musings: No Peace Sans World’s Recognition of Jerusalem as Capital of Israel
During our various exiles, the focus of our prayers and yearnings have always been towards Jerusalem and the Holy Land.
Everything You Wanted to Know About the Tamimi Clan and Weren’t Afraid to Ask
Ari Fuld talks about Shirley Temper and her family....