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Preparing for War
by Rabbi Nechemia Coopersmith While President Bush prepares America for war against the forces of evil, with the advent of Yom Kippur Jews are preparing for an additional war against an implacable foe.
The Tightrope of Life
by Rabbi Pinchas Waldman Terrorists aim to destroy the survivors as well by instilling a sense of paralyzing fear. We must not let them win the war against our nerves.
Media Critique #32 - Terror and the Media_
by HonestReporting.com The terror war has gone global. How does this media coverage affect Israel?
Revisiting A Mideast Must-Read
by Gary Rosenblatt A 1984 book on the origins of the Arab-Jewish conflict over Palestine should be required reading for anyone who wants to understand the Mideast — now more than ever.
The Day the World Changed
by Jonathan Rosenblum Our situation has rarely looked so desperate.
Why Israel is Losing The Media War
by David Margolis A 3-month investigation reveals the underlying basis for Palestinian sympathies in the media.
Durban: A Circus of Calumny
by Elie Wiesel By means of the disgraceful conference in Durban, history has given us, the Jews, a sign. And we had better learn how to decipher it.
Israel's Best Defense
by Michael Freund The usual array of pro-Israel activities just doesn't seem to cut it anymore. Here's something that everyone can do to directly affect the situation.
Israel's Message at Durban
by Rabbi Michael Melchior Here is the text of Israel's key statement at the UN Conference against Racism in Durban, South Africa, written by Israel's Deputy Foreign Minister.
Remembering "Shema Yisrael"
by Ben-Zion Nemett The son of a Holocaust survivor, is also the father of a Sbarro survivor. His message spans the generations.
No More Labels
by Rabbi Shimon Apisdorf There were no "Charedim" (orthodox Jews) who died in Sbarro.
Arafat's War: How To End It
by Charles Krauthammer This magnum opus from a popular syndicated columnist puts events of the past year into perspective, and offers a strategy for the future.
Ice-Cold Chili Peppers
by Rabbi Berel Wein The Red Hot Chili Peppers chicken out. Now what about the rest of us?
Media Critique #31: Moral Absurdity Downunder
by HonestReporting.com "60 Minutes" in Australia justifies suicide bombings and denying Israel's right to self-defense.
Shiva Call
by Renee Beth Khotim Is it possible to pay a shiva call to a stranger? One woman discovers that it's not so strange at all.
We Are Not Moving
by Liba Pearson Our enemies seek to destroy more than our bodies: it is our spirit. It is in this that they are most mistaken. Nothing is so indomitable as the Jewish spirit.
Staying the Course
by Gary Rosenblatt A leading Jewish journalist views the Mideast conflict from other side of the Atlantic.
Sending Our Son to the I.D.F.
by David Bedein Emotions run high as one Israeli family sends their first-born son off to the army.
The Jerusalem Burials
by Harvey Tannenbaum The day after the pizzeria bombing, a surreal scene enveloped the Jerusalem cemetery. Too many funerals, not enough tears.
Inside the Cauldron: Eyewitness to Jerusalem Bombing
by Rabbi Binny Freedman A rabbi who survived the carnage describes its horror and heartbreak.
Media Critique #30: Terror in Jerusalem
by HonestReporting.com Mass carnage of Jewish civilians is not enough for CNN to stop parroting the Palestinian line.
All My Fault
by Matt Leader One Jerusalemite stares at the charred wreckage and ponders the irrational world response.
Children of Death, Children of Life
by Sara Yoheved Rigler Terrorist bombs kill innocent people. They also leave wounds for life.
Media Critique #29 - No Quarter To Terrorists
by HonestReporting.com The world jumps on Israel for its campaign to eliminate the Hamas terrorist threat. What alternative option would they recommend pursuing?
Yes, Blame Arafat
by Gary Rosenblatt The new revisionist view of last summer's Camp David Mideast summit— perhaps best described as a "don't blame Arafat" campaign - is morally and historically false.
Media Critique #28 - Arafat's Rehab at the Times
by HonestReporting.com After being denounced by the world as an obstacle to peace, Yasser Arafat is now rehabilitated by the Western media.
Arafat Always Goes Too Far
by Robert L. Pollock A commentary piece in The Wall Street Journal (July 9, 2001) documents the PLO's sordid, bloody past.
Egypt and the "Israeli Terrorist Plague"
by Memri.org Egypt has signed a peace agreement with Israel. But that doesn't prevent Egypt's official media from publishing vile anti-Semitic manifestos.
UN Travesty Brewing
by The Jewish Week Thought "Zionism-is-racism" was bad? The upcoming UN World Conference Against Racism may become a platform for something much worse.
Islam's War Against the Jews: Quotes from the Palestinian Authority
by Itamar Marcus Palestinian TV, radio, newspapers and textbooks -- in teaching the Islamic attitude toward Jews -- have fueled an intense hatred for Israel and promoted violent jihad.
Martyrs and Mothers
by Aluma Solnick A culture of martyrdom has permeated the Palestinian populace. The result is the death of young Palestinian boys, many innocent Israeli victims, and weeping mothers left behind...
Operation Refuah: The Love Campaign
by Operation Refuah Join the campaign that is employing unconditional love as a powerful weapon against baseless hatred.
My Promise to Kaya
by Yosef Ben Shlomo Hakohen When Jews are in trouble, it sometimes takes courage to speak out. Whether the threat is in Germany or in the Middle East.
Faisal's Trojan Horse
by Memri.org Faisal Husseini, hailed by CNN as a moderate voice of peace, admits that negotiations with Israel are just an interim strategy to liberate the entire land.
Media Critique #27 - White-Washing the Bloody Hands
by HonestReporting.com A vile, insulting screed from the Washington Post tries to win sympathy for the bloody-handed Ramallah lyncher.
7 Ways You Can Help Israel
by Michael Freund Whether you're thousands of miles away, or living right in Jerusalem, you can help make a difference in these difficult times.
Why Are They Saying All Those Terrible Things About Israel?
by Lenny Ben-David Israel-bashing in the media: is it just coincidence, or are there other factors driving this trend?
Remember the Bible
by Michael Freund It is time to stop being afraid of mentioning the Jewish people's biblical right to the Land of Israel.
Media Critique #26 - CNN's "Shootout"
by Rabbi Shraga Simmons When a Palestinian commits pre-meditated murder against an Israeli at point-blank range, CNN merely says that a 'gunfight broke out.'
Media Critique #25 - Toronto Star's Biased Contenta
by HonestReporting.com One of Canada's leading newspapers consistently publishes a one-sided view of the Middle East, to the point of glorifying suicide bombers.
The Mother Brigade
by Liba Pearson My mother led a one-woman solidarity mission to Israel to prop up the nation's economy and flagging spirits.
The End of Oslo
by Tom Rose Yasser Arafat is an obstacle to peace.
Moshiach and the World Today
by Rabbi Pinchas Winston For millennia, Jews have eagerly anticipated the arrival of Moshiach. Today we need him more than ever.
Unity and Tragedy
by Yigal Segal When a Jew is struck down by terrorist bullets, everyone feels the tragedy. And through that unity, there is hope.
Go To Israel
by Sherri Ziff Lester Youth movements have cancelled summer trips to Israel, and the Maccabiah Games were almost postponed. Now may be the perfect time to visit.
My Cousin Yehuda
by Ari Harow A cousin of the 5-month-old baby who was murdered by Palestinian terrorists reflects on this barbaric killing.
The Jerusalem Generation
by Rabbi Naftali Schiff Internet, 21st century, global economy. It's a new generation of young people. What vision is the Jewish community offering them?
Media Critique #24 - Arafat Unmasked
by HonestReporting.com What we knew all along -- that Yasser Arafat is responsible for starting and maintaining the violence -- is now gaining a strong voice in the mainstream media.
Missionaries Impossible
by Am Echad Resources "Jews for Jesus" enlist the Holocaust in a grotesque attempt to snare Jews.
Media Critique #23 - Associated Press Mess
by HonestReporting.com Associated Press focuses on the suffering of the bomber and downplays his bestial act.