President Trump’s current stance suggests he not only failed to learn from President Obama’s 2009 mistake regarding the Green Revolution but, more seriously, has failed to grasp the very lesson inherent in Obama’s subsequent regret. [Rabbi Dr. Michael Leo Samuel]
OpEd: Trump Must Insist on Regime Change in Iran Read More »
Israel, Michael Leo Samuel-Rabbi, Middle East, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
One of the things I love about the Shakespeare productions at The Globe is the humor injected into it. Director Peter Francis James mixes anachronistic dress with historical costumes, and surprising pop culture references, like the Macarena dance in the opening … [Sandi Masori}
Title Matches Old Globe Production of ‘All’s Well That Ends Well’ Read More »
San Diego County, Sandi Masori, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & Broadcast
In Shelach, we encounter a powerful psychological drama: after the spies (meraglim) return with their disheartening report, the Israelites are overwhelmed with fear and negativity. They lash out at Moshe Rabbeinu and Aaron, crying, “If only we had died in Egypt!” Their misery leads them straight to the oldest human defense mechanism, blame. They direct their frustration toward their leaders and stir up conflict (machloket). [Michael R. Mantell, Ph.D.]
Parsha Shelach – Our Outlook Depends on Our ‘Inlook’ Read More »
Jewish Religion, Michael Mantell, Staff and Bylined Contributors
Boris Johnson (June 19, 1964) is a British politician and writer who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and Leader of the Conservative Party from 2019 to 2022. He was previously Foreign Secretary from 2016 to 2018 and Mayor of London from 2008 to 2016. He was Member of Parliament (MP) for Henley from 2001 to 2008 and for Uxbridge and South Ruislip from 2015 to 2023. [Wikipedia]
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Today's Jewish Birthday, Wikipedia
Pride Month and Pride celebrations are always a highlight every summer for my family. This year is different. [Cailin Acosta]
Pride Festival versus San Diego’s Jewish Community Read More »
Cailin Acosta, Holocaust, Israel, Middle East, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, Obituaries & memorials, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors
The Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations and its member organizations—representing the broad mainstream of American Jewry—stand united in support of Israel’s defensive actions against Iran’s nuclear and military infrastructure. [Press Release]
Major American Jewish Organizations Stand With Israel Read More »
Israel, Press Release, USA
A rare pink triangle, a symbol used by the Nazis to identify homosexual prisoners during the Holocaust, is now part of the permanent collection of RUTH: Remember Us The Holocaust. [Sandy Scheller]
Pink Triangle, Designating Homosexuals, Donated to Holocaust Exhibit Read More »
Holocaust, San Diego County, Sandra Scheller, Staff and Bylined Contributors
With everything happening in the news right now, what we really need is some laughter. Luckily, for the past two nights, JFest has provided just that, with the comedy show of Alex Edelman. And oh yes, laugh we did. [Sandi Masori]
Giggles Aplenty at JFest Comedy Show Read More »
San Diego County, Sandi Masori, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & Broadcast, Trivia, Humor & Satire, USA
Carol Kane (June 18, 1952) is an American actress. She gained recognition for her role in Hester Street (1975), for which she received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress. [Wikipedia]
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Theatre, Film & Broadcast, Today's Jewish Birthday, Wikipedia
At Birkenau, we stood in Barrack #C-26, the very place where survivor Rose Schindler once endured the camp’s horrors. We stood with two of her children, Jeff and Roxanne, who read a passage from their parents’ book, Two Who Survived. [Shelley Zimmerman]
Since October 7th, Israel has undergone a transformation. For years, it lived with the threat of surrounding enemies—Hezbollah in the north, Hamas in the south, Iranian proxies across the region—trusting in deterrence. That strategy collapsed the moment Israelis realized that their enemies weren’t deterred by death, rather driven by it. [Rabbi Jason Nevarez]
Israel-Iran War, Antisemitism in U.S., Transform Jewish Community Attitudes Read More »
Israel, Middle East, Opinion, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
While the Iranian regime continues targeting Israeli civilian areas and the pace of incoming missile fire has slowed, the situation remains volatile. Our friends in Israel are weary, and they deeply appreciate the moral support from our San Diego community. [Heidi Gantwerk]
Jewish Federation Offers Resources for Staying Informed about Israel-Iran War Read More »
Heidi Gantwerk, Israel, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
Jewish community and San Diego native Kvashny shines in her role of Laurey. Wood, a staple in San Diego theater, once again shows why he is one of the most-cast local musical theater actors. Linda Libby is nothing short of phenomenal as Aunt Eller, and Genovese’ Ado Annie is adorable. [Sandi Masori]
Cast in ‘Oklahoma’ is More than OK Read More »
San Diego County, Sandi Masori, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & Broadcast
Adon Olam is one of the dearest songs sung during synagogue services. It is recited or sung at different times in different countries, usually at the end of the Shabbat and holiday morning service. [Rabbi Dr. Israel Drazin]
History and Translations of ‘Adon Olam’ Read More »
Books, Poetry & Short Stories, Israel Drazin-Rabbi Dr., Jewish History, Jewish Religion, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, Staff and Bylined Contributors