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Sep 10, 2019, 6:53 PM

Our diversity is a source of strength

Israeli president Reuven Rivlin speaks at the opening night of the Jerusalem Film Festival in Jerusalem on July 25, 2019. Photo by Yonatan Sindel/Flash90

A declaration penned by thinkers from across the Jewish spectrum can serve as a roadmap for the future of the Jewish people

Dec 29, 2018, 9:12 PM

Amos Oz — in memoriam

Amos Oz, at home in Tel Aviv, discussing 'Judas,' his latest novel, released in English in September 2016. (Jessica Steinberg/Times of Israel)

How dear was your clear perspective, with its tenderness and sharp focus, to the State of Israel, Israeli society, and the world of literature!

Apr 18, 2018, 6:54 PM

Israel at 70 inspires the world, and the people of Israel inspire me

President Reuven Rivlin, left, with Waze CEO Noam Bardin, right, and the Waze team ahead of Israel's Independence Day celebrations, in April 2018. Waze featured President Rivlin's recorded driving tips for Independence Day revelers. (Victor Levy)

Israelis disagree about any and every matter, but their arguments are for the sake of the country's well-being

Oct 28, 2014, 3:21 PM

Arabs and Jews: Destined, not doomed, to live together

President Reuven Rivlin laying a wreath at Kafr Kassem Sunday, October 26 (photo credit: Courtesy/ President's spokesman)

The President of Israel affirms that Arabs are part and parcel of the country and says both sides must condemn violence

Jun 8, 2014, 1:33 AM

The ‘extra soul’ of Israeli democracy

Reuven Rivlin (Photo: Flash 90 / Yonathan Sindel)

The president's role is to be a politically neutral figurehead, symbolizing dialogue, partnership, and compromise

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Reuven "Rubi" Rivlin is President of the State of Israel