America’s red lines in the sand on Iran By Richard Cohen , Published: February 6 , 2012 The Washington Post There are three red lines when it comes to Iran’s nuclear program. The first is the moment when Iran tunnels so deeply underground that Israeli bombs will be incapable of doing real damage. Read More »
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Arielei in DMRegister: Why should Iowa care if Iran obtains nuclear weapons?
2/8/12 Op Ed in the Des Moines Register by Shahar Arieli, Israel’s Deputy counsel General in Chicago. Contact: press@chicago.mfa.gov.il Guest columnist: Why should Iowa care if Iran obtains nuclear weapons? www.DesMoinesRegister.com Clearly, the Islamic Republic of Iran is a bitter rival of the United States. Read More »
Jeffrey Goldberg: What is at the root of the Israel-Iran confrontation?
Jeffrey Goldberg: “Ahmadinejad is not just an average spewer of anti-Israel invective, he is the Robert Browning of hate. It is not clear why some people won’t give him his due.” What is At the Root of the Israel-Iran Confrontation? www.theatlantic. Read More »
Iranian leader vows to cut out ‘cancer’ of Israel
Pro-Iranian regime apologists in Des Moines apparently see nothing wrong, nothing provocative, and nothing they’d like others to know about, with the following. Is all concern about Iran’s belicose Regime “all orchestrated propaganda?” Iranian leader vows to cut out ‘cancer’ of Israel www.smh.com. Read More »
PBS Newshour: How Will Iran’s Threats Affect U.S.-Israeli Ties? |
Jewish Current Events via David Makovsky With regard to a possible Israeli strike on Iran, as a last ditch effort to stop Iran’s quest for a nuclear weapon, no decisions (reportedly) have yet been made by Israel’s decision-makers, but, as indicated, the window is closing. Read More »
February is Jewish Disability Awareness Month
When God speaks to Moses at the burning bush and gives him the mission as God’s spokesperson to bring B’nai Israel out of slavery in Egypt, Moses protests repeatedly that he is not up to the job. Moses insists that he is “slow of speech”. Read More »
FEb. 2 Livestreaming at 6: 30 pm Central. Alan Dershowitz addresses the We Are One With Israel …
Feb. 2, 6: 30pm Central. Listen live-streaming at http: //livestream.com/jewishphilly as Alan Dershowitz analyses the misguided ‘Divestment from Israel’ movement. The ‘We Are One With Israel’ program is sponsored by U Penn. Hillel and Philadelphia Jewish Federation. We Are One With Israel www.jewishphilly. Read More »
Jan. 23: Holocaust survivor, scholar Irving Roth at Drake. Presented by Christians United for Israel
Christians United For Israel presents Irving Roth , a survivor of the Holocaust and Director of the Holocaust Resource Center at Temple Judea of Manhasset, New York Monday, January 23, 2012 7: 30 p.m. Read More »
Study: Young Jews are highly supportive of Israel
Jewish Students Strongly for Israel December 20, 2011 From: the Israel Project “Closeness” to Israel similar to national community, affected by Jewish engagement Nearly half have traveled to Israel, high number compared to national Many information Read More »
Tunisia’s Islamist Party Slams Anti-Semitic Chants
“At a rally in a sports complex for Haniyeh on Sunday, supporters of the banned ultraconservative Hizb al-Tahrir party called for death to Israel, but did not repeat their anti-Jewish slogans.” One step at a time, I guess. – Mark Finkelstein, jcrc@dmjfed. Read More »
Example of Islamist genocidal intent
Ismail Haniya, Hamas “prime minister” from Gaza, visits Tunisia duty!”; Cheerleader: “Drive Read More »
WH: New Year’s American Jewish Community Update
From: The White House Sent: Tuesday, January 03, 2012 4: 54 PM Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2011 Friends Happy New Year! Below please find information on the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 as well as some end of year highlights. Read More »
JCRC: Where and when to caucus on January 3
Find out where your preferred party will hold its caucus for folks in your precinct. On Tuesday, January 3, registration begins at 6: 30 pm. The caucus begins at 7 pm. To identify the location of your caucus, one place to go, on the web, is to: http: //caucuses.desmoinesregister. Read More »
JFNA condemns wave of religious extremism and violence in Israel
Leadership Briefing Jewish Federations Condemn Wave of Religious Extremism and Violence in Israel December 27, 2011 The Jewish Federations of North America today expressed strong condemnation of a recent wave of religious extremism and violence in Israel. Read More »
NYTimes: Bias in Ron Paul’s newsletters draws new attention
New Focus on Incendiary Words in Paul’s Newsletters By JIM RUTENBERG and RICHARD A. OPPEL Jr. Published: December 19, 2011, New York Times Emerging as a real Republican contender in Iowa , RepresentativeRon Paul of Texas is receiving new focus Read More »
Medoff: Iowa and the Jews, Then and Now
Iowa and the Jews, Then and Now by Rafael Medoff http: //www.jpost.com/Opinion/Op-EdContributors/Article.aspx?id=250439 12/21/2011 (Dr. Rafael Medoff is director of The David S. Wyman Institute for Holocaust Studies, and coauthor, with Prof. Read More »
NYT: Finding Fault in the Palestinian Messages That Aren’t So Public
Finding Fault in the Palestinian Messages That Aren’t So Public Many analysts say that what Palestinian leaders tell their own people in their own language — as opposed to statements tailored for the rest of the world — is the truest reflection of their actual beliefs. Read More »
Fatah prevents Palestinians from meeting with Israeli Leftists
Hatem Abdel Kader, a senior Fatah operative, announced that his faction has declared “war” on meetings aimed at promoting “normalization” with Israel. Protests again thwart Israeli-Palestinian meeting www.jpost.com Palestinian political activists protest meetings designed to normalize relations for second time in a week. Read More »
Upcoming Events! An update from the Jewish Federation
Up-coming Events ! The first candle of Hanukkah is lit Tuesday evening, December 20. Happy Hanukkah from Jewish Federation! 1. From Rabbi Yossi Jacobson jrcspark@msn.com Lubavitch of Iowa will hold its ceremony of lighting the Grand Menorah in front of Maccabees Kosher Deli throughout Chanukkah. Read More »
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Rep. Rothman: Tom Friedman owes an apology
Congressman Rothman: Friedman Owes Us an Apology for “Israel Lobby” Charge FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 14, 2011 CONTACT: Aaron Keyak office: (202) 225-5061 cell: (202) 905-6361 email: aaron.keyak@mail.house. Read More »
Holy Land Foundation ties to Hamas affirmed
http: //bit.ly/suwcJC Muslim charity leaders lose appeal in Hamas case By REUTERS 08/12/2011 US federal appeals court upholds convictions of Holy Land Foundation leaders for funneling money and supplies to Hamas. Read More »
White House Jewish Americans Update, 12/7/2011
From: The White House Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2011 12: 33 PM Subject: White House Jewish Americans Update Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2011 White House Jewish Americans Update Friends, Please find attached this week’s update from the White House Office of Public Engagement. Read More »
Morning minyan times at our local congregations
Morning Minyan Times At Our Local Congregations Congregations also offer Friday evening services and will, in addition, respond to requests for minyanim at dates/ times other than advertised. Your participation in minyanim is appreciated. Read More »
Iran Protesters Storm British Embassy in Tehran, Smash Windows and Hurl Bombs | UANI
You are welcome to join JCRC’s page: http: //facebook.com/JewishCurrentEvents Jewish Current Events #Iran Protesters Storm British Embassy in #Tehran, Smash Windows and Hurl Bombs, replace British flag with an Iranian one. Iran Protesters Storm British Embassy in Tehran, Smash Windows and Hurl Bombs | UANI www.unitedagainstnucleariran. Read More »
Son of Hamas founding member: “Israel is not the problem.”
Mosab Hassan Yousef: ”The Palestinians spent more than 60 years trying to destroy the State of Israel, not trying to build a Palestinian state.”Source: http: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=kLnHzLNuT-M&feature=share Mosab Hassan Yousef speaks in English on the video. Read More »
Tues., Nov. 15, 7 pm Screening of ‘Judeophobia’
The first-run film Unleashed: Judeophobia which is about the rise and focus of modern anti-Semitism will be screened 7: 00 pm , Tuesday, November 15 at Temple B’nai Jeshurun, 51 St and Grand Ave in Des Moines. Q&A after the showing. Sponsored by JFed Forum, JCRC of the Jewish Federation, and Temple B’nai Jeshurun. Read More »
IAI Upcoming Events: Des Moines forum at TI; Crossroads luncheon
From: Interfaith Alliance of Iowa Sent: Wednesday, November 02, 2011 11: 43 AM Please forward to your network. Read More »
Abbas Refers to Mass Murderers as ‘Freedom Fighters’
Abbas Refers to Mass Murderers as ‘Freedom Fighters’ October 18, 2011 The Israel Project. Jerusalem, Oct. 18 – Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, welcoming returning Palestinian prisoners from Israel, stood alongside Hamas leaders and hailed the Palestinian terrorists as “freedom-fighters. Read More »
Abrams on Palestinian Moderation
Sari Nusseibeh and Palestinian Moderation Posted on Wednesday, October 5, 2011 by Elliott Abrams Israel’s difficulties in making peace with the Palestinians are nicely revealed in an opinion piece by Sari Nusseibeh published by Al Jazeera English last week .Nusseibeh is often viewed as the most moderate of all Palestinian moderates. Read More »
Oct. 16 at the Caspe: MJConley reflects on his Cambodian volunteer experience
Sunday, Oct. 16 — Tikkun Olam: Cambodia 9: 00 – 10: 00 am at the Caspe Terrace. Presented by Mark John Conley, personal reflections and photo documentation of his moving three-month assignment in Cambodia as a volunteer with the American Jewish World Service. A sampling of Cambodian cuisine will be served. Read More »
Netanyahu: Mosque Attack is Against Israel’s Values
Netanyahu Condemns Mosque Attack October 3, 2011 From: The Israel Project http: //bit.ly/quG8Ye Israel’s religious leaders to visit village in show of solidarity DM Barak says justice will be served for the “criminal act” Police arrested suspects; track down extremists behind such incidents Jerusalem, Oct. Read More »
Two funerals scheduled for Monday, September 19: Jewish community
Sorry to report, for Monday, September 19 : 1 pm at the Temple, Celebration of the life of Sheryle Cohen. 3: 30pm at Dunn’s, funeral of Jack Silverstein, with burial at Jewish Glendale. Meal of consolation to follow at the Temple. [Due to technical problems, this message cannot be transmitted today via e-mail to the entire Jewish community list. Read More »
Statement from Jewish Federation of Greater Des Moines, 9/13/2001
Statement from the Jewish Federation of Greater Des Moines September 13, 2011 Sunday, September 11, 2011 was a unique day in American history. The date commemorated the tenth anniversary of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. Read More »
Jacoby lauds Steven Emerson
Jeff Jacoby: Today we should also honor those, like Steven Emerson, who saw the coming jihad & tried so hard to raise an alarm. http: //bit. Read More »
The Legacy of 9-11?
As it effects the Jewish community? “Jews and Jewish institutions remain a principal target for Muslim extremists. Read More »
Jewish Federation: Stand with Israel against contractors of terrorism
Statement from The Jewish Federation of Greater Des Moines August 18, 2011 The Jewish Federation of Greater Des Moines condemns the multiple cross border attacks by Arab terrorists today on southern Israel from the Sinai. Read More »
Understanding UN bias against Israel
A way disproportionate obsession in the UN about the Israeli-Arab conflict — to the virtual exclusion of most of the world’s deadliest conflicts and worst human rights abuses is a tip off that bias against Israel is at work. For continuing coverage of Jewish current events, please join http: //facebook. Read More »
Israel HaYom: Netanyahu reports reaching written agreement with Obama administration
US recognizes settlement blocs, Netanyahu says Netanyahu: Obama administration has ratified George Bush’s 2004 letter to Ariel Sharon guaranteeing settlement blocs will remain part of Israel in any future peace deal • Document was drafted prior to the Quartet meeting in early July. Read More »
France: Recognition of Israel as the Jewish state required
France’s peace bombshell Last Updated: 3: 35 AM, July 30, 2011 Posted: 11: 18 PM, July 29, 2011 NY Post editorial It didn’t get a lot of notice, but the gov ernment of French President Nicolas Sarkozy issued a statement last week that could have a profound effect on the prospects for Middle East negotiations. Read More »
Understanding the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict over the West Bank
In the video, Israel’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Danny Ayalon explains the historical facts relating to the Israeli Palestinian conflict. The video explains where the terms “West Bank”, “occupied territories” and “67 Borders” originated and how they are incorrectly used and applied. Source: http: //youtu. Read More »
Guess who presides over the U.N. Conference on Disarmament.
DEMOCRATIC PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF KOREA ASSUMES PRESIDENCY OF THE U.N. CONFERENCE ON DISARMAMENT June 28, 2011 The United Nations in the Heart of Europe | News & Media | www.unog.ch This is the official Web Site of the United Nations Office at Geneva. Read More »
Gaza Flotilla organizers work hand-in-hand with Hamas while ignoring its antisemitic, homophobic,
AP Photo (Aug 25, 2008): “Hamas Prime Minister, Ismail Haniyeh, center, sits with members of the U.S.-based Free Gaza group, which left Cyprus by boat on Friday, during a meeting at his house in Gaza City, Sunday, Aug. 24, 2008. Read More »
Pipes: Not Stealing Palestine, but Purchasing Israel
An essential fact: The land on which Jews lived and farmed in pre-state Israel was purchased and not stolen. To claim that the Jews stole the land is wrong and is being used to deny the right of Israel to exist. –Mark Finkelstein jcrc@dmjfed. Read More »
International Red Cross demands Hamas prove Shalit is alive
To continue receiving information from the Jewish News Blog, please subscribe to the Jewish Current Events page on Facebook. To do this: you can enter your e-mail address in the box provided, top right column on http: //jewishcommunitynews.blogspot.com Or access http: //facebook.com/jewishcurrentevents . The jcommunitynews.blogspot. Read More »
Obama tells Jewish donors he strongly backs Israel
Obama tells Jewish donors he strongly backs Israel US and Israel will always be stalwart allies and friends, Obama tells group Americans in Support of a Strong US-Israel Relationship. Source: http: //www.jpost.com/DiplomacyAndPolitics/Article. Read More »
Prager: The Middle East Problem in a Nutshell
Why is the Middle East Problem so intractable? Dennis Prager, nationally syndicated talk show host and best-selling author, answers that question in this thought-provoking video course. Source: youtube. Read More »
Current Issues
” Is the administration now asking Israel to sit down with Abbas absent a commitment by Hamas or a break-up of the unity government? By gosh, that should be an easy answer (“No!”) , yet the administration won’t say. Read More »
Why History Matters: The 1967 Six-Day War
By David Harris, Exec. Director, American Jewish Committee Posted: 06/ 8/11 04: 56 PM ET Mention the word “history” and it can trigger a roll of the eyes. Add “Middle East” to the equation and folks might start running for the hills, unwilling to get caught up in the seemingly bottomless pit of details and disputes. Read More »
Ajami: UN Can’t Deliver a Palestinian State
Wall Street Journal – June 1, 2011 The U.N. Can’t Deliver a Palestinian State By Fouad Ajami It had been quite a scramble, the prelude to the vote on Nov. 29, 1947, on the question of the partition of Palestine. Read More »
Makovsky: Netanyahu’s position on final status has evolved
Makovsky: ” Netanyahu’s position on final status has evolved . And he doesn’t get credit for that very often.” “Great speech today. His visit ended on a high note.” Please view postings to this blog athttp: //facebook.com/jewishcurrentevents Or indicate viajcrc@dmjfed. Read More »
Link to Netanyahu’s AIPAC speech 2011
Link : http: //www.realclearpolitics.com/video/2011/05/23/israeli pm benjamin netanyahus full address at aipac 2011.html?utm source=co2hog Please view postings to this blog at http: //facebook.com/jewishcurrentevents Or indicate via jcrc@dmjfed.org that you would like the postings from http: //facebook. Read More »
@jtanews: AIPAC likes Obama’s clarification on ’67 lines http: //bit.ly/lpyEgQ Sent on the Sprint®
@jtanews: AIPAC likes Obama’s clarification on ’67 lines http: //bit.ly/lpyEgQ Sent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry® Read More »
Text of the president’s speech at AIPAC
http: //www.politico.com/blogs/bensmith/0511/Obama elaborates on 67 lines.html Obama elaborates on ’67 lines President Obama is telling AIPAC at the moment that he expected the controversy over his comments Thursday on the 1967 lines, and Read More »
Video of # Netanyahu at press conference today at WH http: //t.co/x0aa1l2
Video of # Netanyahu at press conference today at WH http: //t.co/x0aa1l2 Read More »
Key Points from Obama’s Speech from TIP
Key Points from Obama’s Speech Two-state solution should be based on pre 1967 borders with mutually agreed land swaps Empty Palestinian efforts to delegitimize Israel in UN are misguided and destined to fail The agreement between Fatah and Hamas Read More »
#Netanyahu calls Abbas op-ed ‘callous falsification of fact’.. http: //bit.ly/ki62RW …
#Netanyahu calls Abbas op-ed ‘callous falsification of fact’.. http: //bit.ly/ki62RW (@JerusalemPost) Sent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry® Read More »
Ben-David: Invasion of Israeli territory on May 15 aided by terror agents
“All of the Nakba involved the illegal invasions of Israeli territory or areas under Israeli sovereignty. Read More »
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