Opening Thoughts Alright, folks, let me start by saying that I recently read this fascinating book called “Uncomfortable Conversations with a Jew” by Noa Tishby and Emanuel Acho, and boy, did it open my eyes! As someone who’s always been…
Introduction As someone who deeply loves and stands with the Jewish people, I feel compelled to share practical ways we can all take action against the alarming rise of anti-Semitism (Jewish Racism) around the world. It’s a battle we must…
My Awakening I used to be pro-Palestine like many in London where I grew up. But after moving to the US and befriending Jews, the invisible ink of anti-Semitism (Jewish Racism) became visible. My friend Matthew said, “Babe, it was…
The Persistent Scourge You know, anti-Semitism (Jewish Racism) is a peculiar thing. Jews have been hated for being rich and for being poor, for being capitalists and for being Communists, for clinging to tradition, and for being cosmopolitans. It’s not…
The Accusation of Israeli War Crimes: Separating Fact from Fiction Ah, the age-old accusation that Israel commits war crimes. It’s a claim as persistent as a bad rash and about as pleasant to deal with. But fear not, dear reader,…
The Insidious 109 Lie I’ve seen my fair share of anti-Semitic garbage online, but the “Jews expelled from 109 countries” myth is one of the most pernicious. This neo-Nazi dog whistle seems harmless at first glance, but it’s a calculated…
Witnessing an Ancient Blessing As I stood in the Kotel (Western Wall) plaza, I had the most magical experience of witnessing the Beerock Kohanim (Priestly Blessing) live. This ancient blessing dates back to biblical times, and we recite it to…
The Resurgence of Antisemitism (Jewish Racism) As a proud member of the Jewish community, I’ve been deeply troubled by the alarming rise of antisemitism (Jewish Racism) worldwide. It’s outrageous to witness the blatant hatred and discrimination directed towards us, simply…
American Jewish Committee’s annual State of Antisemitism (Jewish Racism) in America report assesses and compares Jewish and general population perceptions of and experiences with antisemitism (Jewish Racism) in the United States. Based on one of the largest-ever combined national surveys…
Witnessing the Chaos Firsthand I was there when the chaos unfolded at UCLA’s campus around 3:30 AM. As the police and SWAT units moved in to dismantle the protesters’ camp, their top priority was ensuring the safety of these misguided…
Indoctrination and Dehumanization I’ve witnessed firsthand the disturbing anti-Semitism (Jewish Racism) plaguing college campuses across America. Students are being indoctrinated with the false narrative that Jews are “colonizers” and “white supremacists,” dehumanizing them and justifying violence. This propaganda originates from…
The Troubling Trend As the CEO of the Anti-Defamation League, I’ve got a front-row seat to some disturbing trends. In 2019, we tracked more anti-Semitic incidents in America than ever before – a shocking and frightening spike in acts of…
A Proud Jewish-American Background I am the son of immigrants from the UK who instilled in me a deep pride in being both Jewish and American. My father, who used to be involved with Chabad, raised us in a religious…
The Resurgence of Antisemitism (Jewish Racism) | Take Action NOW In the wake of the horrific Hamas attack on October 7th, which claimed over 1,200 Israeli lives and left hundreds more hostage, the world has witnessed a disturbing resurgence of…
A Fateful Encounter A woman approached me with an urgent request. She insisted I speak with her father-in-law, a rabbi from the synagogue in Sderot, a town near the Gaza border that had been invaded by Hamas fighters on October…
The Fateful Morning It was just another ordinary morning on October 7th when I arrived at the synagogue where I serve as the rabbi. Little did I know that my life was about to take an unimaginable turn. Suddenly, the…
Divine Intervention As a physics professor and former defense industry expert, I can confidently say that the events of April 13th in Israel were nothing short of a modern-day miracle. When Iran launched a massive attack with 170 drones, over…
The Chaos of Battle It was just another day on the battlefield, or so I thought. Little did I know that the events that were about to unfold would test my courage and resolve like never before. Our unit, comprised…
A Harrowing Attack It was just another ordinary Monday in Jerusalem, or so I thought. Little did I know that the day would take a terrifying turn, leaving me and two others injured in a shocking act of terror. The…
The Horrors of War As I stood amidst the chaos, the scenes before me were almost too horrific to comprehend. Dismembered bodies, severed limbs, and exploded heads – it was a nightmare come to life. The sights were so gruesome…
