Monthly Archives: March 2012

One State Options?

Posted on March 28, 2012 by Rabbi Kaufman

There are those who argue that the possibility of a two state solution is eroding, that the more settlements grow and the longer that there is an absence of an agreement, the less likely it is that any two state … Continue reading →

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A Reminder – Where Our Advocacy Differs

Posted on March 26, 2012 by Rabbi Kaufman

In August 2010, we published a page addressing our view of how Israel Advocacy should and should not be conducted. It is listed under “Advocacy” on our home page. With all of the discussion about what should be done to … Continue reading →

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What to Say about the Possibility of Action against Iran

Posted on March 18, 2012 by Rabbi Kaufman

In every congregation, rabbis are being asked about the possibility that Israel or the United States might launch military strikes against Iranian nuclear facilities in the months ahead. No doubt, many are being offered suggested reactions: Rabbi, you can’t possibly … Continue reading →

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The Perfidious BBC

Posted on March 11, 2012 by Rabbi Michael (Micky) Boyden

BBC World News claims on its website that it “brings global audiences impartial news.” Nothing could be further from the truth. In its One-Minute World News update today (Sunday) reporting on the recent flare-up between Israel and Gaza, it stated that … Continue reading →

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AIPAC, Iran, America and Israel

Posted on March 7, 2012 by Rabbi Kaufman

This week’s AIPAC Policy Conference was all about one concern, Iran. There appears to be agreement between the Israeli and American governments on most of the major issues related to Iran. Iran is a threat to the peace of the … Continue reading →

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Israel/Palestine and the One-State Solution

Posted on March 2, 2012 by Rabbi Michael (Micky) Boyden

Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government plans to host a symposium this weekend entitled “Israel/Palestine and the One-State Solution”. At first glance, such a vision seems highly attractive. Why not all live together in peace rather than fighting one another? Indeed, … Continue reading →

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