Are there “Arab Jews?”
The idea that Mizrahim are “Arab Jews” is wrong. It is also insulting, suggesting that they lost sight of their ancient heritage during their time in exile, and assimilated to the surrounding culture. And it is pernicious
If Trump’s Rhetoric Caused El Paso Shooting, Obama’s Rhetoric Caused Synagogue Shootings
{Originally posted to The Lid website}
Saturday was a horrible day for America. Two mass shootings. Thirty-one people were killed and more than fifty injured....
The Tisha B’Av of Yesterday AND Today
A few years ago, I realized something that changed the way I look at Tisha B’Av and while I can’t say I look forward to Tisha B’Av I started to focus on what I call “The Tisha B’Av of Today”. I focus on the national tragedies of what is happening right now – and what I can do to prevent them from continuing.
Menuchas HaNefesh
Harold Brofsky was not our friend's real name, but the story is his and needs to be shared.
Grab Onto the Rope!
I want to tell you about a dream I had this past Shabbat on Tisha B'Av..
Tisha B’ Av: The Cursed Day
{Originally posted to The Lid website}
This coming Saturday evening August 10th begins the Jewish fast day of Tisha B’ Av (literally the 9th of...
And The Blame For The Mass Shootings Goes To…
I know this is a radical theory, but I blame Saturday’s massacres on two people–the two monsters who took guns to public places and started killing.
From “You Didn’t Build That” to “You Don’t Own That”
While Sanders wants to destroy capitalism immediately, Warren is simply seeking to establish the mechanisms to kill investment and motivation. Her long-term goal is to let capitalism choke under the weight of government
Do We Have An Excuse For Living In America? (Part I)
People don't make aliyah because they are in love with the exile and don't want to give it up.
Which Jewish Voices are Being Silenced on Israel?
They dominate the Forward's entire site; they dominate the NYT's editorial and news sections, JTA gives them plenty of coverage yet they claim they are not allowed to speak.
Chareidim Don’t Work and Won’t Go into the Army
Asking the right questions and looking at the data a little differently makes you realize that everything you've been told about Chareidim is wrong.
Larry’s Letters: Jews are Creatures with Ugly Noses
On behalf of the American council of Jewish Plastic Surgeons, I want to thank you for bringing this medical issue to the forefront. It is hoped that Jewish people will take a look at their noses in the mirror, feel insecure about them, and then be motivated to visit one of our offices.
How and Why we are Losing the Cognitive War
The best way to picture our position in the cognitive struggle is that of a nation besieged. Our objective is to relieve the pressure so that we can continue with our normal lives. We are not interested in conquering and holding “enemy territory,” but we do want to destroy our enemies’ stock of cognitive weapons and crush their will to fight.
Ending the Humiliation
The Arabs and Europeans are not forcing us to clean streets on our knees like the Nazis, but by ignoring our sovereignty over the land, especially in our capital, they are reaffirming their belief – both the Muslim and Christian versions – that Jews do not have the same rights as others.
Inspiration from Zion: Bon Jovi in Israel: We Will Love You, Always
In the middle of the concert Jon rededicated “We Don’t Run” to our People.
Barak Actually Covered Face NOT To Embarrass Epstein
To prevent the embarrassing discovery that the disgraced Barak has anything to do with him.
Peace Doesnt Exist. Neither do the Palestinians
We can solve the problem that five administrations have struggled with if we reevaluate our flawed assumptions about the world, the Palestinian Authority and the fictional people it represents.
Larry’s Letter: Blaming Israel for Condition of Palestinian Women
Letters that SHOULD be written
An Ally, Not a Satellite
With all due appreciation for my former country, which I still love and care about, increasing Israel’s dependence on the US is not in Israel’s interest.
Unlearning the Lessons of the Diaspora
If you won’t eliminate the Diaspora – the Diaspora will eliminate you. – Ze’ev Jabotinsky, 1936
Shilo-Area Settlers Protest Arab Incursion
Even though Obama is no longer around to say no, Bibi keeps his hand on the brakes.
Separate Beaches In The Holy Land: A Primer
Usually half of the day is allotted to women, and the other half to men. The shifts switch on alternating days to afford greater flexibility.
My Talmid, My Inspiration
he Gemara teaches us, “From my students I have learned the most Torah.” I can say the same about Reb Reuven, but in his case, the lesson came after he was in my shiur.Over the years I occasionally meet up with former talmidim. Most say hello and inquire about their eighth-grade rebbi.
Rav Reuven was different.
Rep. Rashida Tlaib Compares Anti-Semitic BDS Movement To Boycotting Nazi Germany
Is it right to boycott a country because of its faith like BDS? Can we boycott because of Skin color? What if someone wanted to boycott any business owned by African-Americans? Or Muslims? Should people boycott Saudi Arabia because it is primarily Sunny Muslim? Or Lebanon because it’s Shia? Maybe we should never go to Brazil because the majority of its citizens are Catholic.
NYT Gives a Fawning Account of J-Street’s “Birthright” Trip
David Halbfinger of the New York Times wrote a veritable infomercial for J-Street in his story about their trip to Israel
Muslim Women Debate Anti-Semitism
Omar, Sarsour and fellow Muslim woman Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) are proud anti-Zionists who attack Israel with “apartheid” charges,
Ilhan Omar Introduces Resolution Supporting Anti-Jewish Bigotry
Omar's Bill of 'SLIGHTS"
Five Years On
THE 5-Year Plan
Larry’s Letters: Questions from a Friend
My question is, is there anything other than national suicide that Israel can do to help their adversaries wash out the shame of the establishment of a Jewish state on land claimed by the Arabs as their own?