We all know that Israeli society is deeply polarized, with religious fanatics combating secular extremists. …
To the father of the female soldier stabbed in the neck near Rachel’s Tomb
Last week, our daughter came home from guard duty during a family party, looking perfectly …
Michael Oren versus Obama and Obamerica: A damage assessment
I was disappointed with Michael Oren and the controversy his new book created – until …
Gay Marriage Is American As Apple Pie
National opinion on gay marriage was the fastest cultural change since the 1960s. Even before …
Celebrating Hartman graduation and Zionist values
For most, Diaspora Zionism involves self-defense, combating anti-Semitism and advocating for Israel passionately. My son …
From Beirut to Boston: The Utter Americanness of Khalil Gibran
He was an immigrant child from Lebanon who passed through Ellis Island and became America’s …
Center Field: Fight BDS with national unity not a biased, divisive strategy
More than a national unity government, Israel needs a government promoting national unity. Two attempted …
America and Israel-Bonded by fear and love
Jews should mistrust the world, knowing the worst is possible, while still believing that the …
From Runnymeade to Paul Revere, Magna Carta’s Shadow Stretches Back 800 Years
Democracy is as much about limiting the power of the government as it is about …
Rabbis and educators beware — You are responsible for perceptions of you
“I wish we could return to the freer and easier 1970s and 1980s, when mentors …