Tag Archives: Israel

The Momentum movement organized a unity mission to Israel, bringing parents, including Boulder's Brian Seigal, to support IDF soldiers and foster unity in crisis.

Israel is losing backing from European and other countries, and also Americans due to its military actions and political climate. Netanyahu's leadership is criticized, and change is urged for peace and international backing.

Two months into a war, Israel's Community Stress Prevention Center (CSPC), founded by Prof. Mooli Lahad, is tackling growing mental health concerns without sufficient government funding, according to staff.

Toby Block criticizes the progressive movement's suppression of pro-Israel speech, particularly at universities, citing instances at UC Berkeley and Vassar College. A call is made for university leaders to denounce antisemitism.

I know that some of you have told me that you would like to support some good grassroots causes in Israel.  Well, here is one that I really like and would love to help as I have seen the magic that they create.

Toby Block criticizes President Biden's administration for apologising to Muslim leaders about inaccurate Hamas casualty counts, reversing sanctions on Iran, and inadequately addressing Islamist threats. He also criticizes UNRWA for supporting anti-Israel propaganda.

On Oct. 6, it would have been reasonable to predict that Biden or any Democratic nominee might sweep the six swing states, especially Michigan. After Oct. 7, Biden’s campaign could be imperiled in the aftermath of Hamas’ slaughter of 1,200 people in southern Israel.

Hamas must be dismantled and Gaza must be demilitarized. Furthermore, the Palestinians, who’ve been fed generations of anti-Jewish rhetoric, must be deradicalized.

Our congregation is thrilled to host Molly Livingstone, a professional speaker and comedian from Israel, from Dec 3-10. Join us at one of the upcoming events.

I wish this incident captured on video was unbelievable in our fair City. ... An aware police force would be helpful, but it is essentially useless unless there is a relevant ordinance. Police can't enforce civility. 

When my son and I went home from Pearl Street that day I asked him, “How is your Jewish identity these days?” He asked what I meant and I said, “Given all that’s happening in the world with the war and anti-Semitism, how does it feel for you to be a Jew?” He said, “Putting up the posters helped.”

The Boulder JCC is working to create Israel programming that meets the needs of our community, as well as amplifying programs of our national partners that may be of interest.

Herut North America is planning a day of Jewish Pride for December 7, 2023, encouraging Jews to celebrate their heritage in response to rising antisemitism and anti-Zionism.

I am asking that City Council reach out to the Boulder Police Department to request that if people are seen ripping down these posters, or vandalizing them in any way, they will be asked to stop.

The BJN is gathering links to programs, resources and sources that you might find helpful and/or interesting during this latest Israel crisis.

I agree with ADL’s Scott Levin that it was inappropriate for Representative Epps to try to insert anti-Israel language into legislation regarding a program to provide food for poor children.

Liberal Jews are scrambling to defend Israel and wondering why Israel keeps botching their own PR campaign. Why doesn't Israel help us to help them rather than making it harder?

Rashida Tlaib is correct – Palestinian people are not disposable. Therefore, if she truly wants Palestinians to have decent lives, she should be urging Hamas to stop using Palestinians as human shields...

During this time, the Boulder JCC’s focus has been addressing the community’s immediate needs — safety and security, supporting Israeli families, creating opportunities to come together, and providing education about Israel and the war.

Rabbi Marc Soloway of Congregation Bonai Shalom has recently returned from a solidarity mission to Israel. Join him on Thursday morning, November 16th, to hear about his experiences.

A situational review and some recommended to-dos from the Adventure Rabbi.

Todd Greenberg’s poem ("surrender", BJN 11/2/23) is lovely and serves as an accurate depiction of the expectations that accompanied the signing of the Oslo Accords.

When I read Todd Greenberg’s “Surrender” (BJN, 11/6/23) I was temporarily transported back to 1967’s “Summer of Love” in Haight-Ashbury.

In light of recent events, I have been reading alot about what is going on in Israel. As a Jewish American with a teenage daughter, I am especially concerned.

We cannot be blamed for suspecting that 40-year-old Samantha Woll was stabbed to death at her Detroit home because of the crisis in Israel. Her murder occurred two weeks after Hamas butchered 1400 Jews in southern Israel, followed by Israel’s merciless bombing of Gaza.