Ari Kalker

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Jul 14, 2024, 12:02 AM

‘Small and Smart’ is Leading Us to Failure

For nearly three decades, the security establishment has refashioned Israel’s military according to the doctrine of “small and smart.” To provide the necessary protection for Israel with a declining number of soldiers, the idea was to increase the army’s...

Jul 7, 2024, 10:46 PM

A rational plan fo Haredi enlistment

The foundational argument of Haredi military service is one of integration and separation. Haredi society views itself as separate from but deserving of society's support. The rest of the country seriously questions whether they are so deserving of our...

Apr 26, 2020, 10:59 PM

Why is this year different than every other year?

Most years (or “in a normal year), in the days leading up to Yom Hazikaron, my thoughts shift from the normal routine of daily life to a focus on memories of army friends lost throughout my years of service....

Apr 2, 2020, 7:21 AM

The Corona chronicles, episode 2 – constructive solutions

Constructive Solutions The current Corona crisis presents a rare opportunity to have a very public discussion about how to formulate public policy. It also gives us a chance to critically look at our political systems and leaders and ask if...

Mar 31, 2020, 11:20 PM

The corona chronicles: Episode 1 – I am sick

No, not with coronavirus, COVID - 19, Chinese flu, or whatever it’s being called. I am not even sick with anxiety or stress, although both of those are through the roof by me. I am sick with disgust, not...

Sep 16, 2019, 7:39 AM

Why it doesn’t matter who you vote for!

While of course, voting is not only a right but a privilege to be taken very seriously, this time thinking about who to vote for ultimately won’t matter. The outcome of how many seats each party gets arent pre-decided,...

Aug 13, 2019, 7:51 AM

Yirmiyahu and exile mentality

The best way to describe the difference between the national mentality of redemption and exile is by the varying levels of apathy and initiative, of personal responsibility and blaming the divine. The starkest example of this difference is the prophet...

May 5, 2019, 8:18 PM

Glad We Elected A Right-Wing Government

As the last election cycle swung into its final days the Likud and URP warned the public to only vote for them and protect the "right wing" coalition. They warned that voting for smaller parties could bring a non-right-wing...

Jan 27, 2019, 1:35 PM

Deterrence Package against Terrorism

The success or failure of any government rests on the trust of its citizens. That trust is most often gained by a people’s confidence in their government’s capacity and determination to keep them safe. It is therefore no surprise...

Jan 24, 2019, 1:50 PM

Zehuts Open Primaries

As many Olim realize quickly in Israel nothing is as it seems. Rules can change at a moment notice or even without notice. Whether it's at the bank or with the cellphone company or any other government agency. Nothing...

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About Me

Ari made aliyah after completing high school in NY, served as an infantry soldier in the IDF, and continues to serve in the reserves. He worked for many years with lone soldiers and promoting Zionist education. As a contractor Ari fullfils his passion of building the land of Israel everyday.

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