… have referenced the Bible as the source of U.S. inspiration. On this July 4th we wish you a very happy birthday from across the ocean, Israel and America standing as one. Our team celebrated with Ben & Jerry’s and fireworks at the Jerusalem(!) US Embassy party (see below for some choice facebook moments).One of … Continued
Hi Friends,It’s not often we can say it’s a quiet time here in Israel. But after the whirlwind politics of setting a second Knesset elections, and terrorist rockets raining down on our southern border, all’s relatively quiet on this eastern front. The weather is settling into its usual hot-but-healthy summer season, the kids are finishing … Continued
Hi Friends,People are asking all about our parliamentary system – Who’s the government now, after elections? What does it mean that Netanyahu asked for an extension to put together a coalition? This system is so different than the US bicameral setup, with its checks and balances on the government level. Ours is a parliament of many parties, … Continued
It’s a special week here in Israel, with Remembrance Day followed by a celebration of our independence, 71 short years ago. Join us in remembering our fallen soldiers and victims of terror, all heroes who gave their lives so that we could live here in peace, security and pride. Then celebrate the founding of our Jewish state, … Continued
… where there just aren’t enough hours in the day, minutes in the hours, time to catch you breath and get everything done? Forgive me for sharing that with you but it’s just one of those weeks… Maybe coming off of the Passover holiday where this country shuts down and no bread is to be found or … Continued
Friends,’Tis the season to be cleaning.. This whole country seems to be airing out its linens, cleaning the cupboards, giving away old clothing – in the name of Passover cleaning, as we are commanded in the Torah. But wait, that’s not cleaning – there’s no bread, or crumbs, or really anything on the biblical to-do … Continued
Dear friends,It’s Election Tuesday here in Israel and tensions run high. Your average voter is thinking about their own well-being, for sure, but the issues here are fundamental and very tangible. Who’s the best leader to ensure security on our borders? What will the right balance be for religious freedoms under the next government? How … Continued
Dear friends,Last week we thanked the US for doing the right thing – recognizing Israel’s sovereignty on the Golan Heights.Syria certainly has not behaved itself, and your government acknowledged what we’ve known all along – the area must be in Israeli hands in order to promise safety and peace for the residents of Israel and the … Continued
Friends,Just two weeks ago we were in some of your offices, discussing pending legislation on US recognition of Israeli sovereignty on the Golan Heights. It’s been law in Israel for decades, and now our closest ally concurs. All that’s left, after the thank-yous, is to include the strong, definitive language of the Executive Order and … Continued
Dear friends,It’s a busy week with our Congressional friends visiting Jerusalem with us. Yes! Israel is proud of our coordinated efforts to share the land and people of Israel. From ancient Hebron to modern urban special forces, rolling green hills of winter (with rain!) to geopolitical briefings in the field…Click here for a short report on … Continued
