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Why the US Opposes Israel on Gaza

Posted on August 11, 2014 by Rabbi Kaufman

During a recent interview with Thomas Friedman of the New York Times, President Obama argued that Prime Minister Netanyahu’s high approval ratings among Israelis make him less willing to “engage in risky and divisive political endeavors” and therefore a hindrance to … Continue reading →

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Blind Hatred Harms All of Us

Posted on July 6, 2014 by Rabbi Kaufman

We woke up this morning to the news that Jews had killed Muhamad Abu Khdeir and had failed to kidnap another boy a day earlier. These Jews do not represent Israel. They do not represent Jews. They do not represent … Continue reading →

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The Peace Process and Centrist Jews

Posted on August 13, 2013 by Rabbi Kaufman

In an article published in the Times of Israel the other day, it was noted that a recent meeting held by Sec. State John Kerry with American Jewish leaders was a “soft sell” for most of them. The “hard sell-a more … Continue reading →

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Jonathan Pollard: When is Enough, Enough?

Posted on July 31, 2013 by Rabbi Henry Jay Karp

Before I enter into the heart of this essay I wish to openly admit that I have been on a long, emotional journey regarding my attitude toward Jonathan Pollard.  Back in 1985, when it came to light that he had … Continue reading →

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Making Teshuva on Iran

Posted on October 1, 2012 by Rabbi Kaufman

Last week, I read Rabbi Eric Yoffie’s blog posting about PM Netanyahu’s recent appearances on American television wherein the Prime Minister condemned the Obama Administration’s policy of setting no red lines regarding Iran’s acquisition of nuclear weapons. Rabbi Yoffie’s assertion … 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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PA Backing Off Declaration of Statehood?

Posted on June 9, 2011 by Rabbi Kaufman

In April, I began writing this article. Within hours of completing the first draft, there were multiple reassurances that the Palestinian Authority was going forward with its plans. I then shelved my article. However, with the article today in the … Continue reading →

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Who Slammed The Door?

Posted on May 26, 2011 by Rabbi Kaufman

This following piece was submitted by Rabbi Henry Karp as a comment to my article “Why Bibi’s Speech Worked.” Many thanks to Rabbi Karp. ********************************************************************************** Already the pundits have joined the Palestinians in claiming that Netanyahu’s remarks in Washington, both … Continue reading →

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Why Bibi’s Speech Worked

Posted on May 26, 2011 by Rabbi Kaufman

I think that most of us expected Prime Minister Netanyahu’s speech on Tuesday before the US Congress to be a defiant right wing speech. Commentators, no doubt had their stories ready entitled, “Bibi rebukes Barack” or “Bibi Bashes O!” It … Continue reading →

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Hamas, Fatah, and Negotiations

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Rabbi Kaufman

President Obama and Prime Minister Netanyahu each gave two significant addresses concerning Israel within a week. While the President’s speech given Thursday created a great deal of controversy, the President’s speech given on Sunday before the American Israel Public Affairs … Continue reading →

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