Modern Israel is seen by Muslims as a Western outpost and intrusion by the West into Muslim civilization. The long Jewish diaspora resulted in adoption of European culture into Jewish culture. The Zionist movement was secularist which meant a kind o…
There are no other words for those who rescinded their sponsorship than COWARDLY with its synonyms: Syn PUSILLANIMOUS, CRAVEN, DASTARDLY. "COWARDLY implies a weak or ignoble lack of courage (a cowardly failure to stand up for principle). PUSILLANIMO…
Barry, very thoughtful article. I am a retired US Army Noncom. I spent a year at Fort Hood before shipping out to Germany back in the 1980s. That was when Patton's 2nd Armored Division was still active. I belonged to an Air Defense Artillery unit.…
When I hear of Pollard, I, as a retired US Army noncom from the Intel field, think of Rear Admiral Sumner Shapiro's words: "We work so hard to establish ourselves and to get where we are, and to have somebody screw it up . . . and then to have Jewis…
It is a typical liberal tactic when they can't argue facts to try and smear their opponents. They try to belittle, act superior and dismissive. "The Middle Ages are over." What an idiot thing to say and totally meaningless except as an effort to be…
The word, "quisling," comes to mind in regards to Norway's political elite. It should be called the Quisling Peace Prize. Whether collaborating with the Nazis or Hamas, the same mentality is a work.
AH-MAD-IN-(th)E-J(he)AD. It's a crazy world at times. Weird stuff. One of the cases against Obama being a natural born citizen goes to court tomorrow (5 Oct). He's probably not a real American and Ahmadinejad is probably not a real Iranian. The non-…
Thank you once again. I too, think the Prophecy of Noah to his sons tells of the christians. This was the first time I have heard this thought coming from one of the Jewish Faith. My Faith could never have been if not for the foundations of Judaism and without that acceptance my Faith would be null and void. May you be Blessed by the ONE who put Noah in the ark and shut the door. May HE bring us all into HIS brand new and clean world which HE is once again preparing.
I am refusing to bow to the 'cultural divide'. Political correctness is the death of our Democracy. Here on ll, I grieve for the hurts caused by both sides of our religious-divide. I understand, but still grieve over the arguments. My hope is that we can learn to stand together because our enemies rejoice at our divisions. This does not mean I am not opinionated, just that while we are arguing over who does or does not believe 'correctly'-- Those who have made themselves our enemy are fast marching over us. Bad happens because Good People are silent. Free Speech is so valuable!
At 12:31am on November 28, 2008, Linda Clapp said…
I've been seeing some of your posts and am fast learning to appreciate your input here. May I add a Welcome and Blessings sent to you and yours. In reading your page and in no way giving any more credence to astrology than this -- We have a commonality-- I, too, am Pisces , year of the Dragon. My family teases me about being 'outspoken' and too much a realist for any self-respecting-Pisces. I also play the Piano, and admire your stand, gleaned above, in religious matters.
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My politics on Israel
Middle of the Road
About Me:
I am an American Jew, unaffiliated since May 2007, when the Conservative Shul I was attending voted to continue membership in United Synagogue after the national organization voted to accept homosexual ordinations to the rabbinate and gay marriage.
Feelings About Israel
I believe Israel has a right to exist and defend herself. But I believe we Jews must uphold the moral teachings of the Torah to succeed in the Holy Land, or else malediction comes upon us. (A recent bad sign was the authorization for a gay pride parade down the streets of Jerusalem.) I love Israel, but fear for her as I do for America if they continue in moral decline.
Been to Israel?
Never Been but Want to
Your religion and denomination
Jewish, Unaffiliated
Who did you prefer in the 2008 US Election?
McCain
Who is your preferred Israeli leader?
Netanyahu
Do you believe the Jewish Temple will be rebuilt in your lifetime?
I don't know.
Your relationship status:
Married
Age Range
over 60
What is/was your Alma Mater and your Major?
Liberal Arts: Eastern European Languages Concentration USNY
What is your occupation or profession?
Retired US Army cryptologic linguist & now part time security officer
Regarding smoking, I:
am vehemently opposed
Regarding alcohol, I:
abstain
Regarding drugs, I:
don't indulge
Regarding kashrut and dietary observances, I am:
observant of the Biblical prohibitions
What is your sign and birth year? Do you believe in astrology?
Pisces--Year of the Rat. Avraham Avinu was a great astrologer
What are your favorite ways to relax and have fun?
Playing the piano
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