States do not recognize genocides because they have suddenly discovered a moral conscience. They do so when it aligns with their political, strategic, diplomatic, or domestic interests.
Peace requires interests, obligations, verification, accountability, courage, and leadership.
Moses defined the quality every great leader needs: the ability to understand every human spirit.
The Fourth of July also commemorates a turning point in Western religious history that was a blessing to the Jews.
For nearly half a century, Iran has become accustomed to dealing with weak American presidents whom they could manipulate, deceive, intimidate, and outlast. But Donald Trump isn't like anyone else.
Using Syria’s new government against Hezbollah could shift the balance of power in ways Israel may later regret.
As America marks 250 years, its unfinished promise of equality can offer Israel the lesson that democracies endure when citizens defend their ideals while demanding better from their country.
A sober look at this triangular relationship shows that each of its sides has weakened in recent years.
George Washington promised that this Republic would “give to bigotry no sanction, to persecution no assistance.” May we prove worthy of that promise for the next 250 years.
If New York can no longer be assumed as a Jewish political stronghold, then the question is not whether Mamdani is dangerous. The question is whether Jewish leadership is still serious.
I hope that we will take this lesson to heart and remember that Jews are commanded to observe the entire system of mitzvahs – both ritual and ethical.
