Barak Raz, at The Blogs

May 20, 2021, 4:45 PM

An open letter to my friends, of whom I am grateful to have many; I feel blessed that together we probably cover every corner and culture of this planet. This message includes especially those of us who call each...

Jan 31, 2018, 7:26 PM

When Accusations of Genocide Denial are Genocide Denial

The dangers of Holocaust denial are abundant, thriving off the ignorance of history. Two days ago, Labor party leader Avi Gabbay unfortunately contradicted himself in this respect. Lending Gabbay the benefit-of-the-doubt, he reflected a common ignorance, while he rightfully...

Oct 17, 2016, 8:12 PM

Hillary 2016 and why

This morning I proudly voted for Hillary Clinton to be the 45th President of the United States (as I won't be here on Election Day). I say proudly for three reasons. First and foremost, as a dedicated and loyal United...

Jul 15, 2016, 8:36 AM

Awake, yet?

In Israel, we either went to sleep last night or woke this morning to terrible, horrific news, that as we can see from a quick glance at social media, shocked and appalled the world no less. Some might see...

Jul 7, 2016, 1:29 PM

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Jewish reflections from Rwanda

In the east African republic, a commemoration of a national trauma resonates deeply with the Jewish experience

About Me

Barak's observations, opinions, and ideas are drawn from a wide range of professional, academic, and personal experiences, which together fostered in his passions and areas of concern. A former IDF officer and spokesperson of eight years into 2014, Barak has since ventured into the business world of investments and international trade from Israel through East Africa and back to the United States, primarily engaged in real estate investment activity today. Barak has an EMBA from Kellogg-Recanati, a joint program of Tel Aviv and Northwestern Universities (2018). Barak also earned a MA in Middle Eastern Studies from Tel Aviv University (2011) and a BA in Political Science, Judaic Studies, and International Studies from SUNY-Binghamton University (2005).

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