Romney notes ‘distance’ between U.S. and Israel, Obama doesn’t directly respond (JNS.org) During the second presidential debate between Barack Obama and Mitt Romney Oct. 16 at Hofstra University in New York, Romney noted what he perceives to be the current “distance” between the U.S. and Israel, among other foreign policy concerns. “Look what’s happening in Syria, […]
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InternationalPHILADELPHIA (Press Release)–George Costanza Goes to Washington, a new e-book written by Bruce S. Ticker, depicts the shortcomings of our dysfunctional political process that enable too many George Costanzas to run our government. Seinfeld TV show fans will recall when George almost negotiated his way out of an offer to produce a television pilot for NBC,
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By Rabbi Tzvi Hersh Weinreb NEW YORK –The three women in the class unanimously favored one point of view. The six men were evenly split, three agreeing with the women and three disagreeing vehemently. Last week, I introduced readers of this column to another experiment of mine in which I used the book of Genesis
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Jewish Religion
By Rabbi Ben Kamin DEL MAR, California — This is not a political column though, obviously, it is driven by the current political season. It just seems to me that people with wealth are being lumped into a heap of suspicion, malevolence, and ill-repute. Beyond that, I know thoughtful people with money who are supporting
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USASAN DIEGO (Press Release)—The Board of Directors of The Old Globe has announced the appointment of Barry Edelstein as Artistic Director. A nationally-recognized director, producer, author and educator, Edelstein will work together with Managing Director Michael G. Murphy to lead San Diego’s flagship arts institution. Both Edelstein and Murphy will report jointly to the Board of
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Travel and FoodSAN DIEGO (Press Release)–The College Avenue Senior Center, operated by Jewish Family Service inside the social hall of Beth Jacob Congregation at 4855 College Avenue, has announced its schedule for November: Tuesday, November 6 from 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Open House: You’re invited to the College Avenue Cyber Café Open House. Come see
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San Diego CountyLA JOLLA, California (Press Release)–Here are the featured events of the upcoming San Diego Jewish Book Fair: Sat Nov 3- 8:00pm-Temple Solel Daniel Silva- The Fallen Angel- a novel After narrowly surviving his last operation, Gabriel Allon, the wayward son of Israeli intelligence, has taken refuge behind the walls of the Vatican, where he is
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By Roz Rothstein/JNS.org It is appalling that Protestant leaders sent a letter to Congress asking it to investigate whether Israel’s use of American military aid has violated U.S. or international law. This letter marks a disturbing escalation in the efforts of Protestant anti-Israel activists. For several years, factions within some denominations have tried, unsuccessfully, to get their
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USABy JNS.org and Gideon Allon/Israel Hayom Monday marked the official start of a short election season in Israel, with the country’s Knesset legislative body enabling an early election in three months by voting to disband on the first day of its winter session. As has been the norm lately throughout the Jewish state, the
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Middle EastU.S. maintains opposition to Israeli building (JNS.org) During a speech at the United Nations Security Council’s Open Debate on the Middle East, U.S. Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Susan Rice outlined the Obama administration’s stance on key Middle East issues including Israeli building in the West Bank, peace efforts and the Palestinian bid for statehood.
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International
By Cynthia Citron HOLLYWOOD, California–They rolled out the pink carpet to celebrate the opening weekend of Jackie “The Pink Lady” Goldberg’s fourth annual musical production, Rockin’ with the Ages – The Beat Goes On! And they have a lot to celebrate: a sassy production written, directed, and choreographed by Cate Caplin, a cast of talented
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By Gary Rotto SAN DIEGO — To counteract the impression that he didn’t have the credentials to be the commander in chief or positions on key international issues, Governor Romney recently put forward his ideas on Syria. Actually, he made like a cliff diver and made a huge splash with great risk. His solution is
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Middle East
By Carol Davis CHULA VISTA, California–If you’re in the mood for a Gothic thriller, lots of blood, the supernatural, bewitching witches, flying cats (check it out) supernatural curses, and family loyalty (and that’s just the beginning) The Sugar Witch by Nathan Sanders might be your choice of thrills for a Halloween Delight. On Stage Playhouse
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Carol Davis, San Diego County, Theatre, Film & BroadcastEU adopts new sanctions against Iran (JNS.org) The European Union has tightened sanctions on Iran’s financial institutions, trade, energy and shipping in a bid to persuade Iranian leaders to return to serious discuss over its nuclear program and avert possible military action. The latest sanctions represent the most far-reaching to date by the 27-member bloc
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