The Future of Israel Looks Good

Time is on Israel’s side. A careful review of the balance of power between Israel and its foes, the domestic features of its national power, it’s standing in the international community, validates that assessment for the foreseeable future. A must read.
Shame on Natalie Portman

Genesis Prize should rescind her award.
Selling Illusions

Possibly due to Israel’s superior defense technology, Hamas is emphasizing the war for public opinion – a strategy Islamist scholars call “jihad of the pen.”
Time to Cut JVP Down to Size

JVP is punching above its weight because the Jewish communal leadership is punching beneath its weight. It is time to correct this imbalance.
70 Years of an Unyielding 3,330-Year Marriage

This year’s Yom Ha’atzmaut commemorates the anniversary of a marriage that has lasted more than 3,000 years and has now completed its 70th year. An almost minor event on its own, but once seen in the larger picture, a milestone, and a miracle.
New Bible the Perfect Gift for Israel’s 70th Anniversary

Numbers have great meaning in Judaism, and Israel’s 70th year of independence — being celebrated today — takes on special significance when we realize that, according to Jewish tradition, 70 represents the nations of the world.
Mission Accomplished?

Politically and militarily, then, it can reasonably be said that America’s limited mission was accomplished.
March of Return Nothing More Than Terrorists’ Plaything

The recent actions of Hamas, which could step in for the Palestinian Authority at any moment, should provide a wakeup call to everyone.
Unto the Nations: Who Knows 70? I Know 70!

Numbers have great meaning in Judaism, and Israel’s 70th year of independence takes on special significance when we realize that, according to Jewish tradition, 70 represents the nations of the world.
The Great Distraction of Punitive Airstrikes

Despite escalating worries about Russia in past weeks, the skies did not fall in as a result of the American-led punitive raid on Syria’s chemical weapons storage and research facilities Saturday morning.