Jews have the right to exist, therefore the right to defend ourselves, and speak out.

We Will Not Move on After Attacks in Washington and Boulder Newsday By AJC CEO Ted Deutch June 2, 2025 A week after receiving hundreds of supportive messages from around the world following the heartbreaking antisemitic murders of Sarah Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky, I received what a friend considered helpful advice: “It’s time to move on from the murders.” Just a few days later, a terrorist threw Molotov cocktails at a group of people in Boulder, Colorado who were gathered to raise awareness about the 58 hostages who have been held by terrorists in Gaza for more than 600 days. So, no — we will not move on. We cannot and will not move on to other issues and act like these attacks are somehow just par for the course in America today. I will not give credence to the thought that wanting to prevent more Jewish blood from being spilled is somehow exploitative rather than an obligation borne from grief and self-preservation. Two people were assassinated in our nation’s capital — gunned down leaving a Jewish event, at a Jewish museum, hosted by a Jewish organization. Multiple people were injured, some lit on fire, at an event in Colorado focused on the most basic of human rights — freedom from captivity. We need to get a few things straight. Society must finally acknowledge and address what Jews have been saying for years — and especially in the wake of the October 7, 2023 Hamas terror attack: that antisemitic and anti-Zionist language is dangerous, and when left unchecked, deadly. We warned about this before Pittsburgh, before Paris and Brussels, and before Washington and Boulder. We were told: It’s just protest, just a slogan — they don’t actually mean it as a call to violence. But the shooter who murdered Sarah and Yaron shouted “Free Palestine” and “I did it for Gaza” as he was being led away by police. The attacker in Boulder was also heard screaming “Free Palestine” as he threw flames at the crowd. They did it after hearing people glorify terrorists with chants of “Globalize the Intifada” over and over again — “intifada” referring to suicide bombers blowing themselves up on buses and in nightclubs and pizza parlors that killed and injured more than 1,000 Israelis 25 years ago. The D.C. shooter packed his gun in his checked luggage, flew from Chicago to Washington, and murdered two people in front of a Jewish museum after repeatedly hearing “resistance by any means necessary.” The suspect in Boulder assembled Molotov cocktails, drove to a weekly event hosted by the Jewish community, and firebombed the gathering after repeatedly hearing “there is only one solution, Intifada revolution.” Stop telling us that these are just the latest protest chants of a well-meaning movement when these so-called social justice warriors are waging war against Jews. Stop telling us to be less defensive, to be less alarmed, when the people on offense want us dead. Antisemitism rears its ugly head in ways that are blatant and subversive — through language and symbols that have morphed over millennia. But at its core, antisemitism is a conspiracy theory. One that holds the Jews responsible for all the ills in society. Jews have studied our past, learned from our elders, and mastered how to recognize antisemitism — even in its infancy, because we had to — for our survival. Stop gaslighting us, stop telling us that we are looking for darkness where it doesn’t exist. Stop bending over backward to defend anti-Zionists from charges of antisemitism when their fervent anti-Zionism leads to violence against Jews. Stop being afraid to call them out. Listen to Jews when we tell you something is antisemitic. For years, we have pressed governments all over the world, at every level, to adopt a clear definition of antisemitism. Why? Because far too many people don’t understand what it is, cannot identify it, and still refuse to see it when we show them. We told you that “there is only one solution, Intifada revolution” was a call to violence. We told you that people marching in the streets chanting Hamas and other terrorist group slogans, wearing their bandanas, and proclaiming “glory to the martyrs” wouldn’t stop there. Unfortunately, we were right. When you invert the Holocaust — twisting the attempted annihilation of the Jewish people to fit a warped narrative — and peddle the outrageous lie that Israel, and the people who support it, are committing genocide in the face of attacks from a terror group whose very charter calls for our destruction, this is what happens. No group — Jews included — should have to worry about becoming a target when they gather together to pray at a house of worship, to socialize at a community center, to learn about humanitarian aid and diplomacy at a Washington museum, or to call for the release of 58 people kidnapped by terrorists. We need you to acknowledge that, to say that, and to prevent that. We need you to speak out loudly and clearly against the people whose words and actions have created this environment for the Jewish community. If society wouldn’t tolerate this for any other group, why is it tolerated for Jews? The answer is clear. And that’s not exploitative, it’s the truth. We can’t afford, America can’t afford, and the Jewish people can’t afford to move on. Moving on would mean capitulating to those who have, through sick and twisted logic, decided that Sarah and Yaron’s murders are acceptable “resistance” instead of brutal, deadly hatred. We will not move on. We will not be silent. And we need everyone fighting this vicious Jew-hatred with us.

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There are several alternative approaches to punishment that focus on rehabilitation, accountability, and community-based solutions rather than strict punitive measures. Here are some key ideas: Restorative Justice: This approach emphasizes repairing harm rather than punishment. It involves victims, offenders, and the community in discussions to promote understanding and accountability. Alternative Sentencing: Instead of jail time, offenders may receive probation, community service, or diversion programs that address underlying issues like substance abuse or mental health. Decarceration Movement: Some advocates push for reducing incarceration rates by focusing on rehabilitation, education, and reintegration into society. Youth Rehabilitation Programs: Tailored for young offenders, these programs include education, counseling, vocational training, and community involvement. These approaches aim to create a more balanced and supportive society by addressing the root causes of crime and conflict rather than relying solely on punishment

Today I was cyber attacked because of my age which was really not.. this was antisemitism. Can we learn from history or not? I did not ask for this level of hate coming from bing search.

We are turning hate into a form of distinct communication and perhaps community. Perhaps we are, and we are in trouble if we do.

The frontiers of imaginary science: Why are we here?

Perhaps we are now at a third finish line and victory should be the forth.

Home Live News Trending Opinion Video Explainers Israel's war on Gaza Sudan crisis News | France French mayor bans Palestine flag and protests after PSG victory incidents Chalon-sur-Saone's Gilles Platret described the flag as ‘catalyst for unrest' aimed at 'fracturing' country in wake of widespread damage Protesters with a Palestinian flag after a demonstration against the holding of the Uefa Nations League match between France and Israel, in Aubervilliers, in the northern outskirts of Paris, on 14 November 2024 (Ian Langsdon/AFP) By Elodie Farge Published date: 3 June 2025 14:03 BST | Last update: 1 day 10 hours ago 288 Shares facebook sharing buttontwitter sharing buttonwhatsapp sharing buttonmessenger sharing buttonemail sharing buttonsharethis sharing button The mayor of Chalon-sur-Saone, in west-central France, has announced that he was banning the Palestinian flag in the city, calling it a "rallying sign" following the urban "riots" that broke out after Paris Saint-Germain's (PSG) victory on Saturday night. The Parisian football club's win in the Champions League final against Inter Milan was marred by unrest and violence in various cities across the country, which led to more than 550 arrests - including 490 in Paris. Hundreds of cars were torched in the capital and fireworks set off, while youths clashed with police, reports said. "Events of the most extreme gravity took place last night in our city," Mayor Gilles Platret wrote in a statement on Sunday. "Individuals chose to seize the opportunity to create disorder on a political basis," he said, adding that "one of the riot leaders" was "conspicuously displaying a Palestinian flag as a rallying sign". New MEE newsletter: Jerusalem Dispatch Sign up to get the latest insights and analysis on Israel-Palestine, alongside Turkey Unpacked and other MEE newsletters Your email "The Palestinian flag has become the symbol of the rioters, the rallying sign of Islamist gangs determined to defy republican institutions," the mayor said. Platret announced a decree banning the Palestinian flag from the town of 45,000 inhabitants as well as its sale in markets starting Monday. The decree also prohibits "all pro-Palestine demonstrations in Chalon". The mayor justified the move "by a need for security", citing video surveillance footage. On Monday evening, Platret reiterated his comments on X: "What if we talked a little about what is hiding behind the Palestinian flag? […] Strategies are established, infiltration is planned, interference is at work. Muslim Brotherhood? Islamic Republic of Iran? Or another hostile state?” “The hypotheses are numerous, even intersecting. But the fact remains: the Palestinian flag has become the catalyst for unrest among the youth of the neighbourhoods with the aim of fracturing the country," he wrote. Platret's decision sparked an outcry from left-wing political groups and NGOs. Aline Mathus-Janet, co-president of the local branch of the Ligue des Droits de l'Homme, denounced the measure as unjust and "totally illegal". Islamist ‘entryism’: French Muslims refuse to be labelled ‘enemies’ within Read More » The only Palestinian flag seller in the city centre also reacted by asking why the Palestinian flag was banned and not the others. "Perhaps only because these people are dark-skinned and that bothers the right-thinking people [...] the pro-Zemmour crowd, convicted multiple times of incitement to hatred [...] history will judge," he said. The vendor was referring to Eric Zemmour, president of the far-right Reconquete! party and former candidate in the 2022 presidential election, who has been convicted of incitement to religious hatred against Muslims and incitement to racial hatred, among other offences. "Selling Palestinian flags had no other purpose than to show my support for a people who has been subjected to genocide, which should be the reflex of every human being worthy of the name," he added. Late on Monday afternoon, around 250 people came to defy the ban on demonstrations in front of the town hall to protest the municipal decree. Some demonstrators flew the Palestinian flag or displayed its colours on their clothing. ‘Grossly illegal’ The Ligue des Droits de l'Homme and various local politicians have indicated they are considering legal action to have the municipal decree overturned. Legal experts have challenged the legality of the order and predicted its rapid suspension by the administrative courts. Nicolas Hervieu, a lawyer specialising in public and European human rights law, denounced the decree as "grossly illegal" and "completely disproportionate". "The question here is to determine whether displaying or selling a flag can be presented as the cause of the unrest," he told TF1info. Netanyahu 'unsettled' by Macron's push to recognise Palestinian statehood Read More » "The answer is clearly no," the lawyer said, adding that flying a flag is protected as a right to freedom of expression. The situation would be different, he explained, if the flag bore symbols prohibited by law, such as those of the Nazi party. In July 2014, the courts suspended, due to its "disproportionate nature", an order by the right-wing mayor of the southern city of Nice, Christian Estrosi, prohibiting the "ostentatious use" of foreign flags during the World Cup. The order implicitly targeted Algerian supporters. Platret, who has been the mayor of Chalon-sur-Saone since 2014, is no stranger to issuing controversial decrees, most of which were overturned by the courts. He notably banned pork-free menus in school canteens, tried to impose the use of French on construction sites and refused to validate a French-Turkish wedding, before being forced to do so by the courts. The mayor, a former vice-president of the right-wing Les Republicains (LR) party who was reportedly tempted to align himself with Zemmour, has repeatedly positioned himself as a defender of the "French people" against the "ethnic cleansing" allegedly practised by "Muslim blocs".

Israeli demonstrators are seen through Israel's national flag during a protest against plans by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government to overhaul the judicial system, in Caesarea, Israel, March 17, 2023. (AP Photo/Oded Balilty) Israeli demonstrators are seen through Israel's national flag during a protest against plans by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government to overhaul the judicial system, in Caesarea, Israel, March 17, 2023. (AP Photo/Oded Balilty) “The mind is its own place, and in itself can make a Heaven of Hell, a Hell of Heaven.” – John Milton, Paradise Lost, Book I Israel has always been a nation that knew how to live inside a question. Not the question of whether we should exist – that was the world’s question, hurled at us for generations. Ours was harder: how to exist. How to be both ancient and modern, both sovereign and self-aware, both proud and just. How to build power without worshiping it. How to root a Jewish state in moral memory while navigating the brutal demands of survival. Vibrant surrealist interiors hide inside $1.3 million suburban Indianapolis home Ad Vibrant surrealist interiors hide inside $1.3 million suburban Indianapolis home Homes.com Learn more call to action icon We never answered that question. We lived it. We argued it. We passed it down like a treasured family heirloom, a sacred tension that defined our politics, our faith, our art, our resilience. We defended a homeland that sometimes defied us. A country where unity is always urgent but rarely achieved. Where the same streets that echo with prayers on Shabbat tremble with protests on Saturday night. Where faith can be both a source of strength and a tool of coercion. Where Arabs and Jews live side by side in quiet coexistence – until they don’t. We used to know how to live in that contradiction: how to mourn and fight at once, how to sing “Hatikvah” with gratitude while wondering how hope survives so much fear. How to shelter both refugees and responsibility. We understood that complexity wasn’t weakness, it was character. The strength to hold two truths at once: that we were both a miracle and a reality, a refuge for the broken and a foundation for the builders, a home for both the healed and the still-hurting. Employees Urgently Needed - Part & Full Time Jobs Near You Ad Employees Urgently Needed - Part & Full Time Jobs Near You everyjobforme.com Learn more call to action icon But that strength is slipping away. In this moment of anguish and war, something deeper than security is at stake. We are not only losing lives, we are losing our paradox. October 7 didn’t just break through the border – it broke through our belief that the past was safely behind us. The murders, the rapes, the kidnappings – they weren’t metaphors. They were atrocities. It was a return to the most primal nightmare: hunted again, burned again, abandoned again. The pain was raw. The fear was real. The response, inevitable. But in the months that followed, the moral clarity that once anchored our self-defense began to drift. Certainty replaced conscience. Power no longer asked questions of itself. Grief was weaponized into policy. We told ourselves that nuance was a luxury we could no longer afford, that internal conflict must wait, that justice is for peacetime. Hotel Reviews and Photos - Incredibly Low Prices Ad Hotel Reviews and Photos - Incredibly Low Prices tripadvisor.com Learn more call to action icon We stopped listening to the quiet voices beneath the piercing sirens. The unheard screams from beyond the border, beneath the rubble. We stopped asking whether survival alone is enough. To raise these questions is not betrayal. It is fidelity to who we are and who we still claim to be. But increasingly, we treat such questions as threats. Critics are cast as traitors. Restraint is scorned as weakness. And justice, the very word, feels increasingly distant in our public life. But this is not what it means to be strong. Our tradition never taught us to mistake power for righteousness. The Torah calls not for blind allegiance, but for moral accounting. Our prophets did not flatter kings, they held up mirrors. We are the people of Abraham arguing with God, of rabbis disputing law across centuries, of generations who survived by doubting, refining, challenging. Our greatness has never been in our certainty – it has always been in our struggle. We are the people of the question mark, yet we are losing our voice to exclamation points. That struggle must continue. Because Israel is not a myth or a martyr. It is a state, miraculous and flawed. A place where Jewish life breathes, sings, argues – and, when at its best, refuses to grow numb. We must remain tethered. By memory: of ancestors who fled burning Europe and lived to see a Jewish flag rise in Jerusalem. By responsibility: because this story, this fragile, fractured, ferocious story, is not someone else’s to write. And by love: not blind, but blazing. Not uncritical, but unshakable. Because even in its imperfection, Israel is still the beating heart of our people; still the place where our history lives out loud; still where, despite everything, a stubborn hope endures. But hope must be tended – not with slogans, not with silence, but with truth. We must remember how to live in contradiction. For paradox is not weakness – it is the essence of who we are, the wisdom of survival, and the compass for redemption. We will not return to paradise. But we can return to complexity. And in that, perhaps, rediscover who we really are.

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Trump and American Jews crossed their own finish lines within two weeks of each other. Beyond that the similarities are also staggering. Traditions that made America great and traditions in general, a golden age, and more, are coming to your door!

A Palestinian isn't real, there is no such ethnicity, and those that can't except free electricity, water, and more, who invite in Hamas, who start a bloody war with a super blood bath, do not deserve your love and respect.

If you fail at this then don't blame me! The U.S. Department of Education said Columbia University has failed to meet the standards for accreditation because it "is in violation of federal antidiscrimination laws." The department cited the Ivy League school's alleged toleration of harassment of Jewish students after the Oct. 7, 2023, attack on Israel by the militant group Hamas. The Education Department's Office for Civil Rights notified the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, an accrediting institution that Columbia belongs to, of the alleged violation. Students are seen on the campus of Columbia University on April 14, 2025, in New York City. Students are seen on the campus of Columbia University on April 14, 2025, in New York City. The U.S. Department of Education said Wednesday that Columbia University has failed to meet the standards for accreditation because it "is in violation of federal antidiscrimination laws" for allegedly tolerating harassment of Jewish students on campus. The Education Department's Office for Civil Rights notified the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, an accrediting institution that Columbia belongs to, of the alleged violation. NEVER TOO LATE FOR LOVE! Ad NEVER TOO LATE FOR LOVE! juliettdate.com Learn more call to action icon The department noted that by federal regulations, "accreditors are required to notify any member institution about a federal noncompliance finding and establish a plan to come into compliance." "If a university fails to come into compliance within a specified period, an accreditor must take appropriate action against its member institution," the department said. Education Secretary Linda McMahon, in a statement, said, "After Hamas' October 7, 2023, terror attack on Israel, Columbia University's leadership acted with deliberate indifference towards the harassment of Jewish students on its campus." "This is not only immoral, but also unlawful," McMahon said. "Accreditors have an enormous public responsibility as gatekeepers of federal student aid. They determine which institutions are eligible for federal student loans and Pell Grants. Just as the Department of Education has an obligation to uphold federal antidiscrimination law, university accreditors have an obligation to ensure member institutions abide by their standards." Discover Penpals Ad Discover Penpals instantalks.com Learn more call to action icon CNBC has requested comment from Columbia on the department's move. The department's Office for Civil Rights in early February began investigating Columbia for possible discrimination or enabling harassment of Jewish students and faculty in violation of Title VI, the section of the Civil Rights Act that bars recipients of federal funding from discriminating on the basis of race, color or national origin. This is breaking news. Please refresh for updates.

It's a changed world.

General Herpes to run for dictator of the spreading universe.

I want to be a better nature lover. That’s a great shift—connecting with nature can be grounding, refreshing, and even transformative. There are so many ways to deepen that appreciation. Whether it’s spending more time outdoors, learning about local wildlife, or even making small lifestyle changes that support sustainability, every step brings you closer to that connection.

There’s an interesting organization called New Public that focuses on cultural placemaking and public art. They work on projects that activate and enrich spaces, collaborating with artists, developers, and local authorities to create engaging public environments. Another initiative, New Public Local Stewards, is working on creating healthier online spaces for local communities, aiming to provide an alternative to big social media platforms. If you're looking for a physical public space, the Castro Valley Marketplace has become a new favorite gathering spot in Castro Valley, California, transforming an old department store into a vibrant community hub.

If the ugly American label starts to stick we have invited it, and we will live with it, and each other. Can we practice a bit more kindness?

The most difficult periods for Jews, Israel and Trump himself are over with. Normal challenges are a part of life. But everyone has been tough and determined in the face of enormous difficulties. Anyone who acts like the event in Boulder was somehow good will have a reckoning.

I think what Jews experienced around the world is the black dot that happens in the Lottery by Shirly Jackson, exposing one of human beings worst psychological weaknesses. (A woman is stoned to death by pulling the wrong paper out) Read it.

It makes me nervous concerning terrorist attacks on Jews sure, but if you have been following things the amount change for Jews is on the rise. 1 Harvard, Columbia and Ivy league, plus universities, schools and edu have seen progress. 2 Government Bills have seen progress 3 Apr through Jun 2024 has come and gone 4 If you are on the far left then then the party is over 5 Jews are more aware of things in general! If the dems use the recent antisemitism to hurt Trump then they are idiots.