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Mar 4, 2025, 4:14 PM

Imagine on October 7th, 2023, as news of the massacre in Israel spread, world leaders immediately condemned the attack with unwavering moral clarity. Instead of vague statements of "both sides," they declared unequivocally that the slaughter of innocent civilians...

Jan 6, 2022, 7:59 PM

Losing My Religion?

I’m a feeler. I feel all the things. As a kid, I was often told I was “too sensitive,” “too dramatic,” and to “stop making such a big deal out of everything.” That led to me burying lots of feelings,...

Dec 28, 2021, 10:49 AM

Yes, Criminals Commit Crimes

I needed a day to digest the news about Chaim Walder ending his life yesterday so I could gather my thoughts. For those of you who don't know, Chaim Walder was a highly respected Israel children's author and advocate (who...

Nov 10, 2014, 8:36 AM

Speak, Bibi. We’re listening.

Dear Bibi, When you speak, we listen. We are your captive audience every time you step up to that podium. Your voice pours over us with the fluidity of something sweet and good, the familiarity of your comforting tone makes...

Aug 4, 2014, 4:54 PM

Haters Don’t Have to Hate

The hate. Its almost tangible these days, and it's everywhere. We are taught from day one that the Torah shares a "known principle" that Eisav hates Yaakov, setting a precedent for hatred towards Jews for all times. We hear about it...

Jul 13, 2014, 2:02 PM

Thank You Stupid Terrorist

Thank you Stupid Terrorist for another sleepless night. Thank you Stupid Terrorist for essentially ruining summer vacation. For shortening tiyulim and date nights, for cancelling youth groups and camp trips. Thank you Stupid Terrorist for the all day long "ghost calls"...

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