Why Cory Booker’s Message of Social Civility Resonates

Rabbi Shmuley Boteach

1 Sivan 5772 – May 22, 2012

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He has arguably since become America’s most inspirational political figure. And if Cory is forced to change who he is as a result of being pulled between opposing political forces, that would indeed be a tragedy for our nation.

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Rabbi Shmuley Boteach

Rabbi Shmuley Boteach, "America's Rabbi," whom The Washington Post calls “the most famous Rabbi in America,” is the international bestselling author of 30 books including his most recent “The Israel Warrior.” Follow him on Twitter @RabbiShmuley.