When Rabbis Should Not Keep Quiet

They have a duty to speak up against any danger that threatens the Jewish community or the fundamental precepts of civilized life. What’s crucial, however, is that they make a correct judgment-call on such matters—one that reflects Jewish ethical principles of truth and justice.

The Battle for Belarus

It’s become increasingly obvious that the victory of freedom over authoritarianism is not inevitable or maybe even probable.

The Rat in Israeli Public Life

Over the past several weeks, Israelis have been riveted by a new crime drama called “Meniac” or “Rat” whose central character is an investigator in Police Investigations Division of the Justice Ministry, charged with investigating crooked cops.

Munich on My Mind

To me, Munich is and always will be defined by the Palestinian Arab hostage taking, terror attack, botched rescue, and murder of 11 Israeli athletes 48 years ago this week at the Munich Olympics.