With its future still being debated in peace negotiations, and a poverty rate that dwarfs those of other Israeli cities, Jerusalem has serious problems that merit the attention of the entire Jewish world. Thus, the election of a man who appears to be focused more on solutions than ideology as mayor of Israel's capital is an event that should give...
It is always heartening when Arab denial of Israel's legitimacy is pierced. So when the king of Saudi Arabia is seen sitting listening to a speech by the president of Israel at a conference in New York, it may be treated as a sign that the wall of hatred against Zionism has been breached. But before we get too excited...
After a long and bitter presidential election campaign, the political cease-fire between the parties has given us not only a respite from harsh rhetoric, but an opportunity to take stock of the state of our democracy. Though those who supported the Republicans are, no doubt, disappointed by the outcome of the vote, there is no question that the election of...
Sivan 10, 5773
