Tag Archives: letter to editor

Reggie Gray appreciates the publication of Ed Kass’s article, highlighting the need for open dialogue in the Boulder Jewish Community to address divisiveness.

The author argues that displays like "Jesus in the Rubble" misrepresent suffering in Gaza by failing to identify Hamas as the true source of suffering.

The letter argues that anti-Israel sentiments stem from Progressive views misrepresenting Zionism, while highlighting Israel's contributions and treatment of Arab citizens and refugees.

Europe and its Jews are in grave peril, and no one dares take any strong action to reverse a long-standing and frightening trend. 

The writer critiques Kenneth Roth, former Human Rights Watch president, for allegedly portraying Israel as an apartheid state, disregarding Jewish human rights.

The author critiques Joe Biden's selection of Kamala Harris as a running mate, arguing it was based on identity rather than qualifications, upsetting both political factions. Similarly, Biden's choices around Israel angered both supporters and enemies of Israel.

The author argues against a Senate bill restricting arms to Israel, emphasizing Israel's right to defend itself and attributing Palestinian suffering to Hamas and Iran.

The letter critiques Bruce Ticker's column, emphasizing that Trump’s Jewish vote success also resulted from Arab support and clarifying misperceptions about Hamas’ actions.

For those anti Zionist Jews who shun Israel, which Article 80 of the United Nations Charter declares "the reconstituted homeland of the Jewish people", let them walk the streets of Amsterdam identified as a Jew and see how many minutes it takes for the good people of Europe to bash their heads in.

A reader alerts Denver's Jewish community about Khalil Shikaki's participation in a JStreet event, citing his ties to terrorist organizations.

Dear editor: Bruce Ticker’s abbreviated history of the conflict between Israel and the Palestinians is a bit too evenhanded. A more complete history confirms that one side (Israel) has been working for peace while Arab and Palestinian leaders have rejected any and all scenarios that do not include destruction of …

The letter discusses the challenges of peace between Israelis and Palestinians, advocating for negotiation and respect, while criticizing existing hostilities.

Sinwar is gone, Palestinians could take the win and forge a path to peace, but they have consistently, intransigently rejected this option.

The writer supports Israel's decisive action against Hamas and calls for international support to demilitarize Gaza and promote coexistence with Palestinians.

The writer supports Israel's decisive action against Hamas and calls for international support to demilitarize Gaza and promote coexistence with Palestinians.

Mimi Ito effectively counters Bruce Ticker, highlighting Trump's policies benefiting Israel; Ticker’s criticisms of Trump and Netanyahu lack context.

Bruce Ticker's article criticizes Kamala Harris and Donald Trump regarding Israel, ultimately portraying Trump as far worse, which the author disputes.

The letter argues that diplomacy should settle disputes but criticizes Palestinian leaders for rejecting peace proposals and urges Hamas to demilitarize and release hostages.

Toby F. Block argues that Marc Lamont Hill spreads falsehoods about Israel and Jews, detailing historical and geopolitical events to counter these claims and highlight Arab aggression.

Since 1948 the medieval blood libel has morphed into the Islamic blood libel in which legitimate Jewish self defense is called "massacres" and "ethnic cleansing" and legitimate targets of Jewish self defense -- like Hamas and Hezbollah, who proudly proclaim that like the Nazis their raison d'etre is jew killing -- are just "people."

Bruce Ticker seeks to divest from Portland, Maine due to its anti-Israel investment stance. A more effective protest would involve educating others on Israel's challenges and conflict justifications.

Bruce Shaffer and Rachel Amaru invite the community to join their Run4TheirLives group, walking every Sunday at 1:00 pm in Boulder to support Gaza hostages, fostering mutual support and public solidarity.

Dear editor: Why is Bruce Ticker still claiming there is “room for legitimate concern over Israel’s use of weapon shipments from the West”? (“Column: A Farewell to Israeli Arms? No Way. What About Iran?” Boulder Jewish News September 5, 2024) Does he dispute the testimony of Major John Spencer, head …

School children or terrorists? Who are the real casualties in "schoolyard" strikes?

The writer critiques Kamala Harris and "pro-Palestinian" positions, arguing that Hamas’ actions and infrastructure in Gaza harm civilians and prevent peace, emphasizing Israel's self-defense necessity.