How Not to Become the Face of the Campus Fools (Published in the Times of Israel)

A close friend told me it’s time to share my voice in support of fighting the virulent wave of antisemitism sweeping our college campuses. I don’t disagree with her, but I must admit that I’ve been staring at a blank Continue reading How Not to Become the Face of the Campus Fools (Published in the Times of Israel)

Why I’m Bidding farewell to Ben & Jerry’s and their *Half Baked Morals

On Monday, Ben & Jerry’s decision to boycott what they describe as “the occupied Palestinian territory” made headlines. Apparently, the Board intended to boycott all of Israel, but Unilever, their parent company, blocked their *half-baked idea (Sorry. I couldn’t *resist). Continue reading Why I’m Bidding farewell to Ben & Jerry’s and their *Half Baked Morals

Who Is Sarah Halimi and Why You Should Care (Published in The Times of Israel)

Writing an article about the horrifically violent and senseless murder of Sarah Halimi seemed superfluous, especially two weeks after the verdict. But when a friend (and several others I polled) had no knowledge of the case and its aftermath, I Continue reading Who Is Sarah Halimi and Why You Should Care (Published in The Times of Israel)

Which Lives Matter Most? (Published in The Times of Israel)

In the midst of all the animosity, violence, and global pandemic that plagues us, I find myself waking up in the middle of the night with racing thoughts and angst for our future. I do the one thing that every Continue reading Which Lives Matter Most? (Published in The Times of Israel)

Penn State ZBT’s Menorah is Desecrated and We Need A Miracle (Published in the Times of Israel)

Early on November 30th, the large Menorah on Zeta Beta Tau Fraternity’s front lawn was torn down by vandals, carried away and then returned significantly damaged. This act of hatred and bigotry is being investigated by State College Police and Continue reading Penn State ZBT’s Menorah is Desecrated and We Need A Miracle (Published in the Times of Israel)