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A weekly glimpse into the Israel you won’t read about in the news By Sivan Rahav Meir
Ran Gvili, Iran, and Us The following are words I recently shared at an event in the community of Meitar, on behalf of captive hostage Ran Gvili: “Our dear Itzik and Tali, Ran’s parents, you have just returned from a meeting in the United States with President Trump. It wasn’t you who were privileged to meet him; he was privileged and blessed to meet you. Anyone who meets you comes into contact with the right side of history, the side of truth, morality, justice, and Jewish faith. “I thought of Ran this week as I lit Shabbat candles. The list that once held so many names has grown shorter and shorter. Every other hostage is either home, or has been brought to burial in Israel. Only one name remains from October 7: Ran ben Tali. An entire people, the entire Jewish world, is focused on one son and one mother. “There is a message here for all of us. Out of so many names, we are now honoring one Jew, and in doing so we are reminded of what we too easily forget, that every single individual is priceless. We were not able to give every hostage the honor they deserved while they were still with us. But now Ran’s story is told again and again, and it deserves to be told: how a police officer ran toward danger on the morning of October 7, even while recovering from surgery, and helped save hundreds before he was killed
near Kibbutz Alumim. “Ran went out to confront absolute evil. And it is the same evil we see today, asserting itself in Iran against its own people, and elsewhere against anyone who stands for freedom and truth. We pray that this too will fall, that another hateful regime, another Jew-hating empire, will
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be thrown onto history’s scrap heap, just as others before it. “Last Shabbat we began reading sefer Shemot, the story of a people redeemed from slavery. Our sages teach: ‘In the merit of the righteous women, our ancestors were redeemed from Egypt, and in the merit of righteous women, we will be redeemed again.’ We have seen so many righteous women in this generation. Tali, I didn’t know you personally before all of this, but I have heard you speak around the world with strength, faith, and unity. You shared that you have recently begun lighting Shabbat candles. Millions of women have been praying for Ran as they light their candles, and now you are praying too, together with them. “May you merit to bring Ran to burial in Israel very soon. And may we all merit redemption, in every sense of the word.” Farewell to Uri Lupolianski, a Man of Kindness and a Constant Smile When Uri Lupolianski was a young father, he urgently needed medical equipment for his small son. He quickly discovered how complicated, cumbersome, and expensive it was to obtain what his child required. That experience gave birth, in his own home, to Yad Sarah, the monumental, nationwide organization that lends medical equipment to anyone who needs it. This “empire of kindness”
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includes the first seven of the Ten Plagues of Egypt: blood, frogs, lice, wild beasts, pestilence, boils, and hail. The plagues are not only miracles, but a kind of “educational workshop” as well: ten lessons against idolatry and false gods, and in favor of faith in the Creator and the journey from slavery to freedom. Twice in the parashah, Moshe Rabbeinu describes himself as “arel sefatayim,” a person with impaired speech. And yet God chooses him for leadership (perhaps even precisely because of it?). Clearly, eloquence and charisma are not the main measure of a person. Pharaoh, by contrast, embodies a leadership style that is stubborn and arrogant. Reality speaks to him loudly and repeatedly, but he refuses to listen. With each plague, instead of softening, he hardens, entrenching himself in his arrogance. In every encounter between Pharaoh and Moshe, the contrast is striking. When Moshe comes to the people with the promise of
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redemption, they do not listen. Why? “They did not listen to Moshe, because of shortness of spirit and hard labor.” It is chilling to think that they were so exhausted and overwhelmed that they could not even hear the news that the bondage was ending. Our commentators explain that we, too, can miss moments of redemption because we are overloaded and stretched too thin. The Shabbat before Rosh Chodesh is called Shabbat Mevarchim, because we bless the new month that will begin in the coming week. This Shabbat, we bless the month of Shevat, which begins on Monday. Shabbat Shalom and Chodesh Tov! Translated by Yehoshua Siskin and Janine Muller Sherr Want to read more by Sivan Rahav Meir? Google The Daily Thought or visit sivanrahavmeir. com Translated by Yehoshua Siskin and Janine Muller Sherr Want to read more by Sivan Rahav Meir? Google The Daily Thought or visit sivanrahavmeir.com
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Praise For Ambassador Tammy Bruce’s UN Remarks Against “Double Standards” Targeting Israel NEW YORK – A leading pro-Israel organization has come out strongly in support of the recent statements made by Ambassador Tammy Bruce against the “double standards” targeting Israel at a UN Security Council Emergency Meeting. Americans For A Safe Israel (AFSI) has called Ambassador Bruce’s defense of Israel “necessary” and “honest.” The December 29 meeting was held in response to Israel’s recognition of the Republic of Somaliland. “Perversely, the UN has long viewed Israel as wrong no matter what it does,” stated Moshe Phillips, Chairman of Americans For A Safe Israel. “Ambassador Tammy Bruce’s decision to call out the hypocrisy and outrageous focus on criticizing Israel that happens at the UN year after year was a much-needed moment of honesty too rarely seen at the Security Council.” Among the comments made by Ambassador Bruce were: “Israel has the same right to con-
Council’s persistent double standards and misdirection of focus distract from its mission of maintaining international peace and security.” “Israel, a democracy, is regularly singled out for criticism by every UN body while its enemies are welcomed,” stated AFSI’s Moshe Phillips. “We cannot thank Ambassador Bruce enough for speaking out on behalf of Israel. That the Ambassador’s comments were necessary to make in the first place shows just how far the UN has strayed from its mandate and purpose.”
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Elections 2026 By Dr. Yeshayahu (yishy) Bick
At the end of the year, in November 2026, Israel will reach Election Day for the Knesset. In my assessment, the central issue of the election will be the judicial overhaul and the takeover of the judicial branch over the functioning of the other two branches the government and the Knesset. (According to Montesquieu, democracy is built on three independent branches, elected by the people.) The judicial branch consists of the legal system the various courts headed by the Supreme Court, the police, the State Attorney’s Office, and the Attorney General. Today, the legal system functions as an opposition to all government actions, interfering unlawfully in Knesset decisions (striking down Knesset laws), filing fabricated indictments aimed at harming those who stand in its way, and providing legal advice based on political agendas rather than on existing law.
I do not intend to discuss the election results. There are many polls from various media outlets, and each person will rely on the poll that speaks to them. It is clear that whoever forms the next coalition will choose their path in dealing with the judicial system. Unfortunately, at present, I do not see a serious opposition. The opposition is combative and loud, but highly fragmented, and therefore cannot truly serve as an alternative to the coalition. Moreover, the large number of small opposition parties will cause many of them to fail to pass the electoral threshold, resulting in wasted votes that will strengthen the coalition parties. It follows that the struggle over Israel’s judicial system will be handled by the same coalition. And so, we return to the only real opposition in the country the judicial system! The judicial system is now fighting for its life. The Attorney General opposes everything the government seeks to do by issuing “legal opinions” that are not even based on citations from the law books. Such a low level of legal advice has never existed. The role of legal counsel is to present the legal options available to the government. Instead of advising the government, the Attorney General fights the government and seeks to run it (to run it without taking responsibility for the out-
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comes). For example, I will mention the Attorney General’s opposition to establishing a parity (50–50) commission of inquiry, with equal representation from the opposition and the coalition. In a previous article, I explained the government’s authority to establish various commissions of inquiry according to the law. By law, only the government determines the subjects and boundaries of the investigation. Unfortunately, most citizens are unaware of this, and believe that a state commission of inquiry is one whose subjects and procedures are determined solely by the President of the Supreme Court! but this is not the case! The Attorney General insists on a state commission of inquiry whose members are chosen by the President of the Supreme Court, based on the clear assumption that he will select people who share his and her agenda, thereby preserving the power of the “deep state”. The government is aware of President Amit’s desire to appoint his associates, who would steer the investigation according to his and their political agenda. The government presented to the Knesset a proposal never seen before! a parity commission of inquiry in which half the members would be from the coalition and half from the opposition, even though the opposition’s strength is half that of the coali-
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COMMUNITY NEWS tion (68 coalition members versus 42 opposition members). The opposition announced that it would not cooperate and would not send representatives to this commission. I propose a solution! Since the opposition refuses to cooperate, the second half of the parity commission could be composed of judges from the Supreme Court. After all, the opposition wants the President of the Supreme Court to determine the members of the commission. It is reasonable to assume that the opposition refuses to cooperate with the parity commission because it believes the commission’s subject matter will be used against the coalition during the
election campaign. Let us now return to the upcoming elections. As stated above, the main issue will be the power of the judicial branch and the power of the “deep state,” which relies on the legal system. The people must reclaim their power and their right to choose (judges appoint themselves without public influence). Moreover, there is no system that oversees the conduct of the Supreme Court or the State Attorney’s Office. not even the State Comptroller! The question arises: What can be done? How can we save democracy in Israel? The State of Israel has no con-
stitution. A constitution must be enacted! A constitution would define the powers and the limits of all state institutions. Israel must establish a Constitutional Court that alone will review the legality of laws! The judges of the Constitutional Court should be elected in free elections, not appoint themselves. The expected result is that a Constitutional Court will neutralize the Supreme Court’s overreach toward elected officials.
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A Legacy in Harmony: Honoring a Father Through Music at KYHS When Rabbi Yisroel Arye Gootblatt’s father passed away earlier this year, the longtime mechanech at Miami’s Lubavitch Educational Center (LEC) wanted to do something special in his memory. “My father, Mr. Leonard (Eliezer, or Lazer) Gootblatt, a”h, had a passion for music and used it as a powerful tool of connection,” says Rabbi Gootblatt. “He had a special way of being genuinely curious about others—especially young people.” Music. Youth. Rabbi Gootblatt knew just the thing. And so was born Lazer’s Music Lounge at Klurman Yeshiva High School. Like his father, Rabbi Gootblatt is an accomplished musician in addition to being a dedicated teacher at the high school. The lounge fuses his twin passions into a space for the students to connect to their inner selves, and to each other, through music. Stocked with a collection of the latest high-end digital and analogue music equipment—like a mixing board, drum pads, percussion instruments, electric guitars, keyboards, synths, and a DJ board—along with up-to-date recording and sound software, the room serves as both a recording studio and hang-out spot. “The goal was to make it professional enough to inspire excellence, but warm and accessible enough that every student feels welcome to try,” says Rabbi Gootblatt. The boys love it. The room is in constant use. They come during
breaks and after school to practice, jam, or just unwind. Some are learning and practicing musical instruments, others are experimenting with production and songwriting. They use it for niggunim rehearsals, music sessions, and even as a tool for reflection. “Some kids wake up in the morning thinking, ‘Aww, I have to go to school and it’s going to be annoying,’” says Michael Livaev, Grade 11. “But when you go to KYHS, you think, ‘I have something to look forward to in the music room.’ I feel like it brings us closer to Hashem.” “It’s a place for the students to create, and to express themselves in a wholesome, meaningful way,” says KYHS Principal Rabbi Nochum Schapiro. “Music gives a
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voice to feelings that don’t always have words—it builds confidence, teamwork, and simcha. In a yeshiva setting, it’s also a way to integrate the spiritual and the creative—to show that kedushah and creativity can go hand in hand.” Rabbi Gootblatt’s hope is that this room becomes more than just a space for instruments—that it becomes a space for growth, friendship, and spiritual expression. “Music has the power to bring out the best in our boys, and I’m so grateful the school embraced this vision. Hopefully this model can be replicated in other yeshivos and girls schools. “I think my father would be deeply moved.”
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“risk for parnassah, medical care, or unavoidable travel is one thing. Risk purely for excitement is something else.” The bachur listened carefully. When Is Risk Considered Acceptable? “But what about the idea that Hashem protects people who do normal things?” the bachur asked. “Isn’t that why people drive cars or fly on airplanes?” The Rav smiled. “Excellent question.” He explained that Rav Ovadia Yosef zt”l addresses this in Chazon Ovadia on Brachos (page 371). He writes that activities which are the normal way of the world, and which people do out of necessity—such as traveling by sea or crossing deserts—are permitted even when there is some danger. Hashem knows that the person is compelled by circumstances, and He protects him. But one who enters danger merely to enjoy himself, should distance himself from such activities. The Rav paused and then added, “But there’s an even deeper point.” The Chazon Ish’s Definition The Rav explained that the Chazon Ish gives a crucial framework in Choshen Mishpat, Likutim, (siman 18, se’if 2). The Chazon Ish explains that the key distinction is not only between necessity and enjoyment, but between activities that are considered ‘the way of the world’ and
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those that are unusual. He gives a fascinating example: the Torah commands a railing on a roof, yet it is not forbidden to go up on a roof without one. Why? Because people commonly go onto roofs. It is normal behavior. People are naturally careful, and society accepts that risk. The Torah still warns us to minimize danger, but it does not prohibit the act itself. “Skydiving,” the Rav said, “is very different. Jumping out of an airplane is not something most people do. It is, by definition, unusual.” This approach is echoed by Rav Shlomo Zalman Auerbach, as cited in Ma’adanei Shlomo (pages 430–431), where he is quoted as saying that someone who jumps from an airplane purely for enjoyment is not covered by the principle that Hashem protects people engaged in normal activity. It is a conscious entry into risk that is not considered standard behavior. The Numbers Matter—But They’re Not Everything At this point, the Rav shifted tone slightly. “Now,” he said, “it’s important to be honest. From a statistical standpoint, modern skydiving is very safe. The chance of a fatal accident is extremely small— on the order of one in hundreds of thousands of jumps. Tandem jumps, especially, are even safer.” The bachur perked up.
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Operation Inspiration: What’s the Good Word? By Rabbi Jonathan Gewirtz
I recently heard the story of a young woman who was traveling and after getting off a long flight, at 5 am, a fellow passenger came up to her and said, “By the way, I just have to tell you – you’re gorgeous!” She was floored at the compliment, especially as she felt something less than glamorous at that time of day, and she could imagine what she must have looked like, but the woman’s words reverberated in her head all day. She didn’t know the lady, and would probably never see her again, but those words stuck. Not only that, it made such an impression on her that she told other people about it, which is how I heard about it. It reminded me of a story which I’ve shared in the past. It was a Friday night and we were sitting around the Shabbos table. My nine-year-old nephew sat to my left and wanted to share with all of us this great new joke he’d heard. We paid attention as he began: “A man was sitting in a bar when he heard someone say, “Nice shirt.” Turning to the bartender, the fellow asked, “What did you say?” The bartender replied that he hadn’t said anything. A moment later, he heard a voice say, “I really like your tie.” Again, he saw no one but the bartender who again denied having said anything. Shortly afterwards, the guy heard, “That’s a great haircut.”
He exclaimed to the bartender, “Are you sure you didn’t say anything about my haircut???” “That wasn’t me,” replied the bartender – and at this point my nephew dissolved into fits of laughter rendering him almost incapable of continuing – “it was the PEANUTS!” Not sure what to make of this unusual story, which the young boy obviously thought was hysterical, my sister and brother-inlaw just stared quizzically at their highly amused son – until I, who knew the actual punchline, added softly, “They’re complimentary.” We still laugh about this story many years later. But compliments are no joke. They can be life-changing. When someone does something they are proud of, giving them your approval cements the good feeling. Imagine you, oh, I don’t know… wrote an inspirational column in a newspaper or magazine. You put your heart and soul into it, and prayed it would find favor in
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people’s eyes and enlighten them. When someone comes up to you and says, “I really liked what you wrote; I really needed to hear that,” your heart swells and you feel like you’re doing good things. If someone cooks a meal for you, they are hoping you will enjoy it. If you say, “It was OK,” you might shatter their world. They worked hard, or at least, they were trying to please you, and you just dismissed their efforts. Imagine if you had said, “This was amazing! Thank you so much!” how do you think they will react? You’ve just validating their efforts, and in fact, their existence. Not only that, in the future they will be much more likely to want to cook for you, or for others. And even if the food was terrible, you should look for a way to compliment them. As the expression goes, “If you’ve got nothing nice to say, you’re not trying hard enough.” Compliments, even with failed results, show your love and appreciation for the person, even if the act falls short. And you never know how important that love can be. A man in Israel had a son who’d left religious observance behind him. It was terribly painful for the whole family. One Shabbos, the son was at the house and didn’t participate in anything. He didn’t go to shul, he spent most of the meals out on the porch smoking, and it was generally a very negative experience. On Shabbos
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Cyberwell: Online Reaction To Bondi Beach Attack Glorified Terrorists, Spread “False Flag” Claims & Called For Further Violence Against Jews TEL AVIV – Nearly one month after the deadly attack at Bondi Beach in Australia, CyberWell, a nonprofit Trusted Partner of Meta (Facebook, Instagram and Threads), TikTok and YouTube to address online antisemitism, said online reactions to the attack followed a familiar global pattern. These included the glorification of violence, calls for further attacks against Jews, victim-blaming claims that Jews orchestrated the incident and conspiracy theories portraying it as a Jewish or Israeli “false flag” operation. As part of its initial review, CyberWell analyzed a sample of 164 pieces of content, which together generated more than 8.1 million views and over 255,000 interactions, including likes, shares and comments. The organization said the sample represents only a partial snapshot of the broader online conversation but mirrors patterns it has documented and previously flagged to platforms, following other antisemitic attacks since Oct. 7, including synagogue arsons in Australia, organized violence in Europe and terrorist attacks and physical assaults in the United States. CyberWell said that in those cases, online spaces often became arenas where violence was justified, normalized, or redirected toward victims through conspiracy narratives, including
claims that Jews orchestrated attacks against themselves. “We are deeply concerned by the nature and volume of this content. This discourse attempts to quickly erase any acknowledgement of Jews as victims of violence. This type of online antisemitism in the wake of the horrific Bondi Beach terror attack, like other targeted attacks, has one dehumanizing message: that Jews are not worthy of empathy, protection, or sympathy. This purposeful dehumanization and open calls to additional violence we observed in our analysis, lays the groundwork for the next attack,” said CyberWell Founder & CEO Tal-Or Cohen Montemayor. Many posts, the organization said, celebrated the deaths of Jewish victims, praised the attacker, and framed the violence as justified because of the victims’ Jewish identity. In one example, a post written in Arabic compared the Bondi Beach attack to the 1972 Munich Olympics massacre, in which 11 Israeli athletes and a German police officer were killed, praising those who murder Jews “generation after generation.” The group also identified several conspiracy narratives shifting blame from the perpetrator to the victims, including false claims of Israeli military or intelligence involvement, assertions of Israeli “foreknowledge” based
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on misleading or fabricated Google Trends screenshots and posts claiming that victims’ injuries were staged or exaggerated. CyberWell also found a screenshot of a fake Facebook account under the name ‘David Cohen’ circulating across all major platforms with the image of one of terrorists on it. This was used to support the wild conspiracy claiming that the terrorist was a former IDF soldier. “When violence against Jews is justified or reframed through conspiracy narratives meant to shift the blame from perpetrators to victims, the harm does not end with the physical attack,” said Cohen Montemayor. “This discourse strips victims of empathy and accountability and helps normalize further violence against a minority group that is viciously under attack.” CyberWell also noted a shift in how such content spreads online. Rather than being driven mainly by algorithms or bots, much of the amplification after last month’s attack came from real users, in some cases boosted by influencers and recommendation systems that reward sensational or extreme material. “Post-attack glorification of violence and conspiracy-driven victim blaming are indicators of broader societal risk, including erosion of trust, social cohesion, and the breakdown of perceived
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Erdogan Is Wrong: Any Role for Turkey in Gaza’s Future Would Be A Disaster Says U.S. Pro-Israel Group
NEW YORK – A leading pro-Israel organization has come out strongly against the deployment of Turkish soldiers to Gaza as part of a future ‘International Stabilization Force’ for Gaza. It is time for diplomats to realize that nations that have a documented history of providing Hamas with a safe haven, political support, financial aid, and/or material assistance must not be granted any role in rebuilding Gaza, Americans for a Safe Israel (AFSI) has stated. AFSI’s remarks are in response to Erdogan’s comments to Bloomberg: “The success of the International Stabilization Force to be deployed in Gaza depends on the inclusion of actors that have legitimacy on the ground. It should be known that the countries party to the Sharm el-Sheikh Declaration, including Turkiye, are the most legitimate actors in this process.” “Perversely Turkey has long viewed Hamas as a ‘liberation movement’ and does not designate Hamas as the terrorist organization that it is,” stated Moshe Phillips, Chairman of Americans for a Safe Israel. “These facts alone should rule out Turkey from having any role in Gaza.” “Peacekeepers must be trust-
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ed by all sides if they are to function effectively,” stated AFSI’s Moshe Phillips. “Given Turkey’s history of support for Hamas, Israel cannot reasonably be expected to view these soldiers as neutral actors. Nor should the United States do so.” Americans for a Safe Israel (AFSI) shared the following reasons for objecting to allowing Turkish army troops in Gaza: Hamas has used Turkey as a hub to coordinate terrorist activities, recruit terrorists, and manage extensive financial networks involving real estate and other businesses. Both U.S. and Israeli security services
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have uncovered numerous plots and financial operations tied to Hamas activities on Turkish soil. Since 2011, Turkey has hosted senior Hamas leaders following the Gilad Shalit hostage for prisoner swap with Israel. High-ranking Hamas officials have frequently met with Turkish President Erdogan and Turkish intelligence. Some senior Hamas terrorist leaders, including former leader Ismail Haniyeh (prior to his July 2024 killing) have even been granted Turkish citizenship. The AKP—Turkey’s ruling party—and Hamas share ideological roots in the Muslim Brotherhood. President Erdogan is a vocal critic of Israel’s response to the October 7 Hamas-led terrorist invasion of Israel and he has used his platform to offer political support to Hamas in the international arena.
About Americans For A Safe Israel: Established in 1970, Americans For A Safe Israel (AFSI) is one of the oldest and most influential pro-Israel organizations in the United States. Its advocacy and educational campaigns serve as a potent counterweight to the rising tide of anti-Israel propaganda. AFSI is not affiliated with any political party in the United States or Israel. AFSI’s website is www.afsi.org.
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Affordable tuition for 2026: The resolution Jewish education needs this New Year’s - opinion By Sydney Altfield
Strengthening Jewish education in America strengthens the Jewish future everywhere. The opportunity is real. The timing is right. Now we must choose to act. Every new year brings resolutions, most of them personal. This year, the Jewish community should make a collective effort to finally tackle tuition affordability while a real, unprecedented opportunity is within reach. Jewish education is more than schooling. At a time of rising antisemitism and growing pressure on Jewish life worldwide, ensuring families can access strong Jewish education is not optional. It is essential. For the first time, Jewish families are not simply naming the problem or hoping for relief. There is now a concrete policy that can significantly reduce the cost of Jewish education for families nationwide. This year is different, not because the crisis has grown, but because the solution has arrived. Slashing the costs of Jewish education For decades, Jewish parents have done the same calculations year after year. Tuition. Security. Transportation. Kosher food. After school care. The costs add up relentlessly. For many middle-income families, the decision is no longer between one school and another. It is between financial stability and an education that sustains Jewish identity, safety,
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COMMUNITY NEWS ly reduce the cost of Jewish education and transform what affordability means for families in the years ahead. The policy allows individuals to receive a federal income tax credit of up to $1,700 for donations to approved scholarship organizations. Those funds are then used to help families pay for education expenses, including tuition for nonpublic and religious schools. Families earning up to 300 percent of the area median income are eligible, ensuring relief reaches those most often left out of existing assistance programs. What makes this year particularly pivotal is a shift in political engagement. Republican governors have long supported education choice
initiatives and are expected to opt in. What is new is growing engagement from Democratic governors. This matters deeply, since many of the largest Jewish communities in the United States live in states led by Democratic administrations. As the new year begins, some governors are recognizing that opting into the program aligns with their broader priorities. With affordability a top concern nationwide, the program offers a tangible way for families to manage rising costs. It strengthens Jewish and other minority communities, stabilizes schools that provide childcare, mental health services, and security infrastructure, and brings federal resources into states without drawing from state budgets or
public school funding. Still, recognizing the benefits does not automatically lead to action. Participation is voluntary and state-driven. Funding is federal and donor-based, not state-appropriated. These features make action possible, not inevitable. This opportunity will only be realized if communities speak up clearly and persistently. Teach Coalition is leading a national effort to ensure this moment does not pass quietly. We are engaging governors and their teams, building coalitions across communities, and coordinating grassroots advocacy. That work depends on families, schools, and community leaders committing to this as a New Year’s resolution
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engagement. Transportation assistance helped. Meal programs helped. Security funding helped. Each moved forward because communities stayed involved and demanded solutions. As this new year begins, the Jewish community has a rare chance to turn a shared resolution into
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Selecting the Most Qualified Principal to Lead Your Day School/Yeshiva By Dr. Chaim Y. Botwinick
This is the time of year when our Jewish day schools and yeshivot finalize decisions regarding the engagement of new senior professional hires for the coming academic year. It is also a time when many prospective candidates are faced with challenging decisions regarding their professional choices of day school leadership positions. Identifying a principal candidate or finalizing his/her engagement is one of the most demanding and time-consuming undertakings a school board can encounter as a governing body. Selecting a new principal should be a defining moment for a school, as it sets in motion a trajectory which supports and enhances the school’s vision, and future direction. One of the most essential components a leadership search process includes the identification of candidate selection criteria. Boards must first determine the type of candidate they wish to recruit, the candidate’s experience, qualifications and academic background, and leadership style, personality, temperament and demeanor. Most of these criteria, are based upon the current condition and “health” of the school, the exis-
tence of a vision for where the school aspires to grow over the next five to eight years; and whether the candidate has the ability to lead the school in that direction with inspiring confidence. School boards often look closely at whether a candidate’s educational philosophy or hashkafa are aligned with the schools. This is usually the first challenge and consideration for the board. What may complicate this requirement is when members of the board are not in complete agreement. It is therefore imperative that the board reach a consensus regarding this challenge, prior to interviewing candidates. Anything less, is guaranteed to hamper the search process. Unfortunately, I have seen highly qualified candidates withdraw their candidacy once they sense a lack of board unity or consensus regarding the school’s direction. If the board does not “have its act together” during the search process, just imagine how it will impact a candidate’s tenure once he or she is in the school’s driver’s seat. There are numerous characteristics which school boards must address when considering a potential candidate, the least of which are fine-tuned leadership skills. These skills are usually predictors of a leader’s effectiveness and impact on the school. Leadership Skill-Sets When identifying models of leadership excellence, there are a
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variety of skill-sets which are essential. These skills are divided into two categories - “hard skills” and “soft skills”. Most school board search processes focus on a candidate’s “hard skills”. These are the skills which are highlighted more frequently on resumes and are more pronounced or emphasized in job descriptions or in candidate cover letters. They include: budgeting, resource allocation and management, strategic planning, data analysis, technology, policy development, curriculum development, performance assessment, compliance, fundraising, plant management, scheduling, and legal compliance, to name a few. They are “hard skills” because they are concrete and tangible, measurable and teachable though logic. “Soft-skills” are just as essential as “hard-skills”. They are those skills which are non-technical, personal attributes that characterize interaction with others. They include: communication, empathy, team building, conflict resolution, critical thinking, or problem solving. Today, “soft skills” may occupy an even greater level of importance for the following reasons: “Hard skills” are more easily taught. The more a leader applies “hard skills” the greater level of proficiency. “Soft skills” which can also taught through coaching and mentoring, are anchored in a lead-
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COMMUNITY NEWS er’s personality and deportment. This makes “soft skills” more desirable and in select cases, even more indispensable. Serving as a principal requires the both “hard” and “soft” skills. “Hard skills” can be decentralized, and assigned to members of the school’s senior management team. “Soft skills” on the other hand are very specific to the role and function of a school leader. As an example, principals with higher EQ’s connect to people in a more direct, sensitive manner. They are more personable, less robotic in their responses to crises, teacher challenges, student needs and parental concerns. Irrespective of whether one possess hard skills or soft skills, the skill-sets of a school leader must include an ability to effectively apply both. Other Critically Important Considerations Many schools hire senior educational leaders with very sparse experience in classroom teaching. This deficit creates a disconnect as it relates to educational and teaching accountability, credibility and transparency. The second characteristic is the bridging of the gap between theoretical “textbook knowledge” ver-
sus actual boots on the ground experience. To this end, it is essential that the candidate possess handson experience as it relates to teacher supervision, meeting the needs of all students, academic assessment, the identification of curricular goals, and conflict resolution. The third characteristic relates to a candidate’s Jewish role modeling and commitment to Judaic text study. These reflect a level of commitment to the centrality of Torah study, Jewish values and practice. Conclusion: The selection of yeshiva day school professional leadership is a tireless undertaking. When identifying the most qualified candidate for your school, one thing is clear. One size never fits all. Every Jewish day school has standards and requirements. As
such, the type of candidate school boards select is dictated by its selection criteria. In the final analysis, only time will tell whether a candidate is the best fit for the school, and whether the school is the best fit for the candidate. Remember, there are few excellent schools with poor leaders; but, there are many poor leaders who are leading mediocre schools. The rest is commentary. About the Author: Dr. Chaim Botwinick is an organizational consultant and senior executive coach specializing in education. He served as president and CEO of the central agency for Jewish education in Baltimore and Miami and as head of school and principal for select day schools and yeshivot. As a Jewish communal Influencer, Dr. Botwinick has published extensively in the field of Jewish education and organizational development and is co-founder of LEV Consulting Associates He is the producer/host of the Chinuch Horizons podcast series.
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One Nation, One Fight: Inside the Haredi Unit Reshaping Israel After October 7 For decades, Israeli society has struggled with one of its most sensitive and divisive questions: how to integrate the Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) population into national service without erasing its deeply held religious values. At the center of this conversation stands Netzach Yehuda, the pioneering framework that made Haredi military service possible. Today, the organization is led by its CEO, Major (res.) Yossi Levi, a man whose personal journey mirrors the movement itself—one marked by internal struggle, courage, and a profound belief that faith and service are not opposites, but partners. From the Heart of Jerusalem’s Haredi World “I grew up in Jerusalem, in the core of the Haredi society,” Levi begins. Raised in neighborhoods considered the spiritual backbone of ultra-Orthodox life, his upbringing was immersed entirely in Torah learning. He attended mainstream Haredi schools and later studied in some of the most prestigious yeshivot, including Mir Yeshiva—one of the crown jewels of the Torah world. “In our education, everything revolves around learning Torah. That is the mission. That is the value system.” Like many young men in his community, military service was not part of the conversation. Israeli history, wars, and even basic secular subjects like math and En-
glish were largely absent from the curriculum. At first, Levi fully embraced that worldview. But during his years in yeshiva, something began to shift. “I realized that sitting and learning Torah all day, every day—it wasn’t built for me.” A Decision That Changed Everything When he first heard about a Haredi combat unit within the Israel Defense Forces, (Levi’s reac-
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tion was dismissive. “I said, I’m not going to waste three years for nothing.” At the time, he believed that if Torah learning was not his full-time calling, his future should be in business—not the army. In the Haredi world, the idea of military service often felt like a betrayal of spiritual purpose. But a mentor persisted, explaining that this was not “regular” army service—it was something different. Structured. Protected. Purpose-driven. Eventually, curiosity turned into conviction. In 2009, Levi enlisted in the Netzah Yehuda Battalion, a decision that placed him at odds with much of his family. “My family was completely against it,” he says openly. “My oldest brother told me it was better to die than to serve in the army.” Despite the opposition, he went forward. “Within three or four months, I understood everything,” he says. “I understood why it matters. Why
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world.” But he is clear: knowledge, responsibility, and service do not weaken Judaism—they deepen it. “I became more connected. More Jewish. More responsible.” What Is Netzach Yehuda—Really? Netzach Yehuda is often misunderstood. The framework began over 25 years ago, when a group of rabbis approached the IDF with a radical proposal: create a military unit that allows Haredim to serve without compromising religious standards.“ At first, everyone said no,” he recalls. “The Chief of Staff, the Defense Ministry—everyone.” After years of pressure, the first unit was approved. Today, Netzach Yehuda and its sister frameworks ensure: • Three daily prayer services • Mandatory Torah study
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• Rabbinic supervision • Strict religious standards • Full combat training “This is not about melting people into something else,” Levi emphasizes. “It’s about letting them serve as who they are.” Answering the Critics Critics often argue that military service pulls Haredi soldiers away from religious life. His response is blunt. “Academia is far more dangerous to religious values than these units,” he says. “And everyone knows it.” Levi notes that thousands of Haredim already leave yeshivot every year—often without structure, guidance, or support. “Our framework gives them a safe environment, spiritually, socially and personally.” Behind the scenes, many senior rabbis quietly support the model,
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A Shabbos of Achdus and Vision: TorahAnytime Marks 20 Years With an Unforgettable Gathering What began as a simple invitation six weeks before the event became one of the most meaningful milestones in the history of TorahAnytime. Eli Kuntslinger, who had recently acquired the DoubleTree by Hilton in Fairfield, New Jersey, reached out to the Kolyakov brothers and TorahAnytime’s Executive Director, Yosef Davis, asking them to come visit the hotel. At the time, Eli had never met the founders of TorahAnytime. He and his wife were simply devoted listeners and enthusiastic supporters—mega fans—who felt a deep personal connection to the organization and its mission. When they arrived, they were met with an extraordinary proposal. Eli shared that he wanted to do something truly meaningful for TorahAnytime. Having purchased the hotel roughly a year earlier, he offered the entire property—closing it to the public—to host and underwrite a Shabbaton celebrating TorahAnytime’s 20th anniversary. His goal was to create a weekend that reflected the depth, dignity, and reach of TorahAnytime’s impact, handling every detail from soup to nuts to ensure a truly elevated experience. From that moment on, Eli and his team took responsibility for every aspect of the weekend. They managed all bookings, logistics, programming, sponsorships, speaker coordination, and guest accommodations. The response was overwhelming: the Shabbaton
sold out nearly a full week before it began. Held over Parshas Vayechi, the Shabbos of Inspiration & Growth brought together hundreds of participants for a weekend infused with Torah, connection, and a palpable sense of achdus. From the moment guests arrived, there was a feeling that this was something different—carefully planned, thoughtfully executed, and deeply heartfelt. A Tapestry of Torah Voices Over the course of the weekend, participants were enriched by a broad and thoughtfully curated group of Rabbanim, educators, and speakers, each addressing a different dimension of avodas Hashem and Jewish life. The program featured Rav Dovid Goldwasser, Rav Paysach Krohn, Rav Yisroel Brog, Rav Yaakov Bender, Rav Fischel Schachter, Rav Ari Neuwirth, Rav Yosef Palacci, Rav Reuven Epstein, Rav Meir Simcha Sperling, Rav Avrum Mordche Malach, Rav Yosef Chaim Schwab, Harav Noach Isaac Oel-
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A Jewish Perspective on Burial and Cremation By Rabbi Moishe Kievman | Chabad Chayil
I write these words after far too many tears shed together with bereaved families—families placed in painful and often avoidable situations simply because the right conversations did not happen earlier. My hope is that this article helps open those conversations with clarity, compassion, and care. When families face end-of-life decisions, they are often doing so in moments filled with emotion, love, and uncertainty. Judaism approaches these moments with deep sensitivity, offering guidance not to judge or criticize, but to bring dignity, comfort, and peace—to the soul of the departed and to those left behind. Jewish tradition teaches that the human body is a precious gift from Gd. Throughout life, it enables a person to perform mitzvot, express kindness, and bring light into the world. For this reason, Judaism asks that the body be treated with profound respect even after life has ended. Burial is understood as a final act of care—gently returning the body to the earth from which it was formed. It is important to say clearly: this article is not a judgment of past decisions. Rather, it is a loving wakeup call for those who may be unsure, undecided, or simply unaware of the significance of proper Jewish burial. Unfortunately, cremation is becoming increasingly common. My intention here is to shed light on this sensitive topic and to offer a Jewish perspective that can help guide thoughtful, informed decisions.
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Cremation, which involves the active destruction of the body, stands in contrast to the tenderness and guardianship that Judaism encourages at life’s end. The Torah speaks of burial not as a technical requirement, but as an act of chesed shel emet—a “true kindness.” It is kindness because it is done for someone who can never repay it. Through burial, family and community come together to honor a life lived and to escort the soul forward with dignity, reverence, and love. This sacred process—often including tahara (ritual purification), prayer, and a simple burial—has brought comfort to Jewish families for thousands of years. It provides continuity and quiet meaning at a time when so much can feel overwhelming. Judaism teaches that death is not an end, but a transition. The soul lives on, and one of our core beliefs is Techiyat HaMeitim, the resurrection of the dead. Choosing burial gently affirms this faith
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and expresses hope in the enduring bond between body and soul. While Gd’s compassion is limitless, Jewish tradition views cremation as inconsistent with this belief, as it symbolizes finality rather than continuity. For many Jewish families, cremation also carries deep emotional weight because of our collective history. The forced cremation of millions of Jews during the Holocaust left an indelible imprint on the Jewish soul. Even generations later, this memory can make cremation especially painful, evoking times when Jewish dignity was brutally stripped away. Jewish teachings explain that the soul remains connected to the body after death. Burial allows for a gentle, natural separation— bringing peace to the soul and comfort to the living. The familiar rhythms of Jewish mourning— burial, shivah, prayer, and remembrance—help families begin the healing process with structure, support, and community.
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From the US Army to Israel’s front lines: A citizen-led response to Oct. 7 By Steve Linde
Col. (Ret.) Yonatan David Zagdanski’s Citizen Defenders Project is training armed civilians to become Israel’s first line of defense against terror. In the wake of Hamas’s Oct. 7, 2023, onslaught, a former U.S. Army colonel believes Israel’s security doctrine needs a grassroots civilian layer—armed, trained and ready within seconds. Col. (U.S. Army, ret.) Yonatan David Zagdanski, 53, is the co-founder with his business partner, Yonatan Lahav, of Citizen Defenders, a rapidly expanding initiative that trains armed Israeli civilians to serve as first responders to terror attacks in their own neighborhoods—before police, army units or even local rapid-response squads arrive. “The bottom line is to make sure that Oct. 7 never happens again,” Zagdanski said in a JNS interview at the Jerusalem Media Hub at the end of December. The idea took shape immediately after the massacre. “On Oct. 8, the project was launched,” Zagdanski said. The inspiration came from one small Gaza-border community that fared differently from others on that day. In the community of Ein Basor, the local security chief had quietly trained residents with licensed firearms months before the attack. When dozens of terrorists arrived, a handful of civilians fired back. “We’re talking about a handful of citizens armed with pistols, up against 80 to 90 terrorists with AKs
A Citizen Defenders training session, 2023. The initiative recruits volunteers already licensed to carry firearms. Credit: Ezrach Lochem.
A Citizen Defenders training session. Afula was the first city to adopt the model. Credit: Ezrach Lochem.
and RPGs,” Zagdanski said. “As soon as the terrorists realized they were getting shot at, they just left.” That moment became the blueprint for the Citizen Defenders Project (formerly Ezrach Lochem, it is now known as Ezrach Magen in Hebrew). It describes itself as “a
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grassroots security initiative designed to protect Israeli neighborhoods from terror by empowering everyday citizens with the tools and training to act fast.” A neighborhood-based force Citizen Defenders recruits vol-
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A Citizen Defenders training session. Credit: Ezrach Lochem.
unteers already licensed to carry firearms, then puts them through a yearlong training cycle—basic, intermediate and advanced—culminating in a live-fire urban combat exercise. Teams of 12 to 15 are assigned to specific neighborhoods and are expected to deploy within 60 seconds. “They have their gear hanging by the door,” Zagdanski said. “Within a minute, they’re out.” Unlike Israel’s established kitot konenut rapid-response squads, which draw members from across a town or city, Citizen Defenders is hyper-local. “The kita konenut is necessary, but it can’t react within minutes,” he explained. “Security works in concentric circles. The immediate circle is citizen defenders, then the quick-reaction force, then police, then the army.” While many cities in Israel have a kita konenut of 40-50 members, Zagdanski pointed out, “this is clearly inadequate to defend a whole city.” For example, he said,
the northern city of Afula has a kita konenut of 50 members for a city of 70,000 (one defender for 1,400 residents). “Citizen Defenders will considerably boost security by adding responders in every neighborhood,” he said. “We are trying to recruit up to 10 groups (up to 150 responders) for 10 neighborhoods in Afula.” Afula leads the way The Citizen Defenders initiative has garnered support from Israel’s law enforcement community. The first city to adopt the model was Afula. The local police chief attended the initial planning meeting alongside the mayor and expressed clear approval of its mission. “The police chief told us, ‘This is exactly what we want and exactly what we need,’” Zagdanski said. “They understand that there simply aren’t enough officers to respond instantly to a mass terror attack, and having trained, local first responders complements their ability to secure the city.”
First Lieutenant Jonathan Zagdanski served in the U.S. Army in Iraq in 2003. Credit: Courtesy.
Zagdanski emphasized that this endorsement is critical to the model’s success and legitimacy in the wider security landscape. The initiative operates under police authority to prevent confusion or friendly fire—an issue that plagued some areas on Oct. 7, Zagdanski stressed. “You don’t want unidentified armed civilians running around,” Zagdanski said. “Once the police take control, citizen defenders pull back and protect their homes.” Deterrence through strength Beyond immediate response, Zagdanski believes the program creates deterrence. “Hamas, like any bully, looks for soft targets,” he said. “As soon as they see strength, they buckle.” That lesson, he noted, was proven on Oct. 7 in the few commu/ P.63
COMMUNITY NEWS nities where armed civilians responded immediately. From U.S. military chaplain to making aliyah Zagdanski was born in the United States but grew up in Belgium and then left to spend a year in Mexico, after which he enlisted in the U.S. Army at the age of 24. Zagdanski’s path to Israel began in the U.S. Army, where he rose through airborne and Ranger training and served multiple tours, including in Iraq and Kuwait. He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for outstanding leadership during Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF). During the course of his service, he became an observant Jew and a military chaplain.
He recalls little antisemitism, save for one early incident that shaped his worldview. “You can’t hide your Jewishness,” he said. “You have to show strength.” The Sept. 11, 2001, attacks—coinciding with Israel’s Second Intifada—ultimately pushed him toward making aliyah in 2005. “I felt like God was telling me: You think you’re safe here? You’re not,” he said. After living initially in Efrat, Zagdanski and his family moved to the Golan Heights, near the border with Syria. A model for Israel—and beyond Citizen Defenders is funded primarily by private donors and is focused on nationwide imple-
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mentation. But Zagdanski believes the model will eventually spread abroad. “Every synagogue will need citizen defenders,” he said, comparing them to air marshals—trained, armed and unobtrusive. For now, the mission in Israel remains urgent and local. “This project is about saving lives,” he said. “Every dollar goes to training people who will stop the next attack.” Zagdanski’s closing message was blunt. “Be strong. Be ready,” he advised. “The Messiah hasn’t come yet. Until then, have your sword ready and be ready to fight. And when the Messiah comes—may it be soon in our times—we shall beat our swords into plowshares.”
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Why a Will Alone Is Not an Estate Plan By Glen R. Golish
A Jewish Perspective on Clarity, Responsibility, and Shalom Bayit Many people believe that once they have a will, their estate planning is complete. The document is signed, the box is checked and the assumption is that everything will fall into place when the time comes. In reality, a will is only one piece of a much larger picture. While it plays an important role, relying on a will alone often leaves families exposed to delays, confusion, unnecessary costs and emotional strain at precisely the moment they are least equipped to handle it. From a Jewish perspective, this is not merely a legal oversight. It is a missed opportunity to provide clarity, dignity and peace of mind for those we love most. What a Will Does and Does Not Do A will primarily does one thing: it states how assets should be distributed after death. It can name beneficiaries and guardians for minor children and it provides instructions that the court will follow through probate. What a will does not do is just as important. A will does not avoid probate. It does not provide guidance if you become incapacitated. It does not ensure liquidity for taxes or expenses. It does not control timing, reduce conflict or coordinate the many moving parts of a modern family’s financial life. As Fidelity Investments explains: “A will is an important part of an estate plan, but it is only one piece. A comprehensive estate plan also includes strategies to manage assets during life, plan for incapacity, and minimize taxes and delays after death.” - At G Wealth Strategies we have a phenomenal team that can
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The Difference Between Hearing the News and Acting on It By Shmuel Shayowitz
A few years from now, people won’t remember the exact headlines. They will remember, however, whether they took action when the window of opportunity surfaced. I was reminded of that recently after a long day of calls, when three different conversations touched on the same topic of market news - but not one thought about how it would impact them. Most people are asleep at the wheel, and they scan headlines and move on to the next story. What they don’t realize is that this is usually how opportunity announces itself - disguised as noise and devoid of signal. What we’re watching right now in the news isn’t just political theater, it is a transformation of the systems that people interact with every day. This week, headlines of a 10 percent interest rate cap on credit-card interest got some people very excited that they will get easy discounts. I look at it differently. Credit is a business, and when bank profitability is threatened, access tightens, and that’s why all the bank stocks sold off. For households carrying revolving balances, this is a warning shot. Don’t assume free relief is coming. For disciplined borrowers, it’s an opportunity. Better credit profiles matter more when lenders get selective, and those who prepare will find doors wide open, while others are told to wait outside. At the same time, we’re seeing mortgage rates drop to levels we haven’t seen in years. That has people understandably excited, but excitement can be expensive without action. Lower rates are not an invitation to be rash, they are a chance to reposition. Refinancing
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