It’s nice that a prominent columnist gave Orthodox Jews some positive press after so many scandals. But his praise is misguided at best and agenda-driven at worst.
President Barack Obama has succeeded in pushing a much-needed “reset” button in his personal relations with Israel. But how successful he’ll be in translating the good will into shared policy is not yet clear.
Pope Francis has long been known for his warm realtionship with the Jews and is expected to continue his interfaith outreach efforts as part of his papacy.
Sivan 15, 5773
