That’s been the overriding climate here in Israel for several days now – whether it is a mood of anguish or of euphoria, it has

The Israeli election campaign just ended has been one hell of a dismal and ominous ride.  I knew that well enough, but it was only

The chances of a right wing victory in tomorrow’s election suddenly seemed far greater after last night’s rally in Tel Aviv’s Rabin Square.  After a

This is a posting of utmost seriousness, my friends, about a subject that is both weighty and complex.  I will do my best to clarify. We’re

Before we get to the events that are stomach-turning, I want to circle back just briefly to Netanyahu’s talk in Congress.  I cannot consider every

Motzei Shabbat (after Shabbat) A very splendid Purim – a healing Purim that brought laughter and a sense of hope – is over, as is

Credit: Reuters Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu gave the speech of his life today.  His speech was not merely good, it was, as one commentator

Yesterday was Shabbat Zahor – the Shabbat before Purim, which comes this week. Zahor means remember. After the regular Torah reading there is an additional

The situation surrounding the negotiations with Iran and Prime Minister Netanyahu’s speech to Congress daily grows more ominous, more convoluted, and more contentious. I would like

My friends, how long can we monitor the current political situation without feeling weary to the bone – no, even more, revolted – because of