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Apr 5, 2026, 11:39 PM

The Sweet Smell Of Freedom

I unintentionally introduced a modicum of controversy into the familial Seder when discussing the true implications of freedom or lack thereof. I had the temerity to suggest that freedom may be more a relative concept than an absolute one at...

Sep 22, 2025, 6:46 AM

I really don't feel well. Rewarding the butchers and rapists with a platform from which to conduct further atrocities against Jews is moral turpitude of the highest or should I say lowest degree. Recognizing a Palestinian state ahead of...

Sep 18, 2025, 8:37 PM

Letter In Vain?

Traditionally, one of the more supportive publications, I have been shocked by the deterioration of the Israel coverage in the Wall Street Journal. Interestingly enough, the editorials continue to be balanced, but the articles are not anymore. I thought, therefore,...

Aug 1, 2025, 12:14 AM

In direct contravention of international law, misguided nations across the globe want to recognize a Palestinian State with no borders, no capital, no means of commerce, and no viability whatsoever after decades of Palestinian rejectionism of the two-state solution. Rewarding...

Jun 10, 2025, 5:50 PM

Obvious Is Not Always Believable

Before October 7, 2023, I was either naïve or idealistic, or both, in believing that we could all get along together. I stubbornly held onto the belief that consensus could prevail over conflict, harmony over hatred. For a quarter...

Jan 1, 2025, 10:00 PM

The Power Of Eight Over The Forces of Hate

Theological questions enduringly hang over 6- the six million and 7- October 7th. We don’t have the answers, but we have the response – encapsulated in 8. Having just returned from Israel where our first grandchild was born, I was...

Oct 11, 2024, 6:07 AM

Virtues, Values, Valor To Victory

As we embark upon seasonal reflection of the year that has transpired since we last marked the high holy days how can we have any words left especially while the sirens still wail as do bereaved Israeli mothers? From unimaginable...

Aug 13, 2024, 7:48 PM

The Prognosis: The Scars Are Not Expected to Heal

Today is the 9th day of the Hebrew month of AV- the Jewish national day of mourning for the multitude of tragedies that have befallen our people on this day and seemingly every day throughout our long, distinguished but...

May 13, 2024, 12:18 AM

Is It Still Purim?

My ongoing ailment of confusion over world events is already well documented. However, the condition seems to be worsening and no antidote has as of the time of writing been discovered. Having too much time to ponder and reflect...

Apr 29, 2024, 12:17 AM

Ma Nishtana? The Story Continues

Maybe I can be forgiven for the troubled state in which I experienced the Seder (two of them actually!) this year. How could we possibly celebrate freedom this Passover when we have over 100 of our brothers and sisters...

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About Me

Spent most of my professional career in financial services but for some years now I have been a freelance writer and photographer with a keen interest in and love for Israel. Additionally I have been very involved in civic community relations.