Tag Archives: letter to editor

Richard Sherman criticizes J Street and New Jewish Narrative for opposing Trump's strikes on Iran, paralleling it with Obama’s Bin Laden operation and accusing them of appeasement.

Elise Mordos urges the Boulder City Council to formally adopt the IHRA antisemitism definition to combat rising antisemitism following a June terrorist attack.

The discourse highlights tension between anti-black sentiment and antisemitism, questioning the ethical stance of those denying their interconnectedness, especially within local politics.

Councilmember Taishya Adams misunderstands the relationship between Zionism and Judaism, which are historically intertwined, emphasizing Jewish sovereignty in Israel as a decolonization effort.

The letter critiques the Washington Post's tweet regarding Jewish identity, linking historical antisemitism to the question of where Jews belong, emphasizing an unsettling pattern of violence.

BJN has received several letters related to this topic in the last day or so, and so rather than publish them separately, I have taken the decision to publish them serially here in one long post so that readers can most conveniently follow the entire thread in chronological order. -Ed.

Councilmember Taishya Adams responds to emails published in the Boulder Jewish News on 5/28/25.

"The reason that I have written to the council regarding some of your social media posts is because of the message you sent to the community. While you have a right to free speech, you like all of us are not free of the consequences of that speech."

I am writing to you once again regarding material that Council Member Adams is sharing on her social media accounts. I’ve previously written to you regarding her comment that glorifies Hamas and dehumanizes the Israeli hostages who’ve been held captive for 600 days today (and counting). 

Enough is enough. Here are two recent social media posts by member Taishya Adams, Council's supposed-to-be politically neutral Liaison to the supposed-to-be politically neutral BNSCP.

I add my voice to those calling for Adams to be removed as liaison to Boulder Nablus Sister City Project.

I’m writing not only as a concerned Jewish resident, but as someone who has consistently attended and followed city council meetings for over 15 years—even before I moved to Boulder. I care deeply about this city. But for the first time, I’m questioning whether I feel safe attending these meetings in person. That’s not something I say lightly.

The author argues against claims of genocide by Israel against Palestinians, highlighting population growth among Arabs and criticizing anti-Semitic narratives in mainstream media.

The author criticizes Bruce Ticker for not acknowledging Hamas's intentions, drawing parallels to historical Jewish persecution and advocating for decisive action against Hamas.

The letter critiques Bruce Ticker's views on Israel and Gaza, emphasizing historical context, civilian casualties, and ongoing challenges, while supporting strategic goals for peace.

The author argues Arab leaders created instability in the Middle East, worsening the Palestinian situation and failing to assist refugees, while promoting anti-Israel sentiments.

Margaret Brennan of CBS News inaccurately attributed the Holocaust to "weaponized free speech," ignoring the true responsibility of societal antisemitism in Nazi Germany.

The author argues that while students can express diverse views, actions disrupting others’ speech or violating college rules should lead to disciplinary measures.

The author expresses concerns about ongoing conflicts between Israel and Hamas, emphasizing the need for a definitive resolution to achieve lasting peace in the Middle East.

Notwithstanding the continuing delusions of New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman, there  is no significant difference between the antisemitic genocidal purpose of the Palestinian Authority and Hamas. The ONLY difference is that the PA wears suits and Hamas wears keffiyeh.

The letter critiques media bias against Israel, highlights misleading casualty figures from Hamas, and discusses challenges in combating misinformation on social platforms.

The letter criticizes Bruce Ticker’s views on Israel's past actions in Gaza, emphasizing Hamas's violent behavior and the necessity for Israel to achieve victory over terrorism.

The letter critiques modern interpretations of "tikkun olam," arguing they distort traditional Jewish teachings, prioritize secular agendas, and neglect community needs.

The writer supports Bruce Ticker, highlighting misinformation about Israel. They discuss Israel's democracy, coalition government challenges, and the tension between legislative and judicial powers, urging understanding of Israel's situation.

A brief review of the history of the founding of the modern State of Israel gives further insights into Palestinian rejectionism, the principal reason that a Palestinian state does not exist.