The Real Conflict over Judicial Reform
byThe real issue at the core of Israel’s judicial reform isn’t ‘democracy’ but rather Israel’s very identity.
The real issue at the core of Israel’s judicial reform isn’t ‘democracy’ but rather Israel’s very identity.
Israel has the right to formulate definitions of ‘religious freedom’ that serve to protect the Israeli public from predatory Christian missionaries.
While not a perfect match, many of the themes found in Moana echo the Jewish people’s story.
The inclusion of national minorities according to a Hebrew legal framework would already strengthen & deepen the State of Israel’s Jewish identity.
One of the most beautiful parts of being human is finding your unique place in the collective radiating whole. Who we really are is capable of tolerating short-term difficulties for long-term growth.
‘Outside of a dog, a book is man’s best friend. Inside of a dog, it’s too dark to read.’
-Groucho Marx
The Jews need to stop trying to change the anti-Semites & start changing the steps of our dance.
‘It is the story of self-narrative that determines the shape of the expression of our lived experiences.’
Michael White (Narrative therapy pioneer)
The ruling class interest in anti-Semitism is similar to that of a guerrilla fighter in camouflage clothing.
Treating Sigd as an ‘Ethiopian Heritage Day’ robs it of its true value & disrespects generations of Beta Israel who struggled to return home to Israel.
Evangelical missionaries have used classic deception techniques to gain a foothold in Israel and attain wide-spread endorsement & cooperation from our government as they target local Jews.
The controversy surrounding Kanye demonstrates once again that when Jews try to combat anti-Semitism in the same way that other groups fight to be heard, we’re perceived to be punching down.