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Gary Schiff

Gary Schiff is a Jerusalem-based resource consultant and guide connecting Israel and the United States.

Democracy only works if citizens trust the electoral process. Israel may have something to teach the United States in this regard.
Is there anything more Israel can do to focus efforts on the most vulnerable populations, rather than on the entire country?
Overall, the United States is still spiritually wired as a nation of givers, and a mandatory national-service program may train its youth to continue in the footsteps of their grandfathers and grandmothers.
The objective of remembering America’s heroes should be an honest assessment of their contributions, both positive and negative.
Though the in-home model doesn’t always work for a variety of reasons, it has been better where disease prevention is concerned, and minimized the trauma of leaving familiar surroundings.
As defense minister, Mr. Bennett, you were able to expand the traditional role of the military to help lead the battle against the coronavirus pandemic. Why can’t you do the same with education?
Many U.S. Jews seem to despise the president and to be leading the hateful efforts to belittle him and his supporters (including us—your Jewish brothers and sisters here in Israel). Speaking for most Israelis, we just don’t get it.
Amid the devastating coronavirus pandemic, perhaps we can take inspiration from the “fifth cup” of the Passover seder and the miracle of Israel.
If Israel’s leaders want to break the country’s political logjam, they would be wise to find a resolution to the haredi draft issue and share it with the public, with or without Yisrael Beiteinu’s involvement.
Israel might be underestimating its friends’ willingness to help; proudly labeling and publishing Israeli products and developments may be the best long-term strategy against BDS.
On Hanukkah, we celebrate the miracle of the menorah staying lit for eight days. This year, we should celebrate Israel’s discovery of enough fuel to keep it lit for the next century.
Instead of full-throttle climate panic, let’s focus on where we can truly make a difference ... and leave the rest up to God.