Tag: Israel

Now is the time to demand a ceasefire, the rebuilding of Gaza for Gazans, the right of return for Palestinians living for generations as refugees, the establishment of a peace and reconciliation process to foster a country of one people living according to international law.

I stand with Israel at this moment, as it struggles with the excruciating decisions it must make to prevent this holocaust from ever happening again.

In truth, some Jews run counter to the mythology. Nevertheless, there are some cultural norms that exist among Jews.

A young liberal group styled after AOC has decided to oust the Democratic lions in the House by taking them on in primaries.

One can always be cynical about the motives of politicians when they do things like travel to Israel, as Cuomo has done.

On Tuesday, December 11, Wendy Rabinowitz, 72, died in a car crash several miles from her home in Pittsfield.vWhat you might not know is what a luminous presence Wendy Rabinowitz was in the Berkshires, and beyond.

By creating original music together, participants wage peace, expand understanding, build confidence, strengthen communities and -- yes -- change the world.

Never underestimate minimalism in movement; it draws the eye to the action of what’s happening.

"Then God sent a hunter. A hunter is someone who comes with a gun and he forces you. Hitler was a hunter." -- Evangelist John Hagee, a guest of honor at the dedication of the American embassy in Jerusalem

“Officials in at least four countries have privately discussed ways they can manipulate Jared Kushner, the president's son-in-law and senior adviser, by taking advantage of his complex business arrangements, financial difficulties and lack of foreign policy experience." --- The Washington Post

With all the talk about the varied skills of Corey Lewandoski, Paul Manafort and Steve Bannon, who took turns steering the Trump campaign, many were surprised by the title of the Nov. 22, 2016, Forbes article: “How Jared Kushner Won Trump the White House.”

The prohibitions and penalties in the Israel Anti-Boycott Act that Congressman Neal is sponsoring sound like a glaring departure from the American tradition of free speech.

I encourage you to be adventurous and give the many performances coming up this season, by artists unfamiliar to you, a shot. Please take a chance. You might be surprised.

The mission of Music in Common is “to strengthen, empower, and connect communities through the universal language of music.”

This acclaimed first feature film definitely challenges our preconceived notions of Palestinian life in Israel.