Many Americans effectively think that the Jewish state is their 51st state and, therefore, Americans are free to impose whatever they want on Israel — no questions asked. Thanks, but no thanks.
You say many Americans in this piece and it is of course true because the Democratic Party consists of many Americans. But many more Americans stand with Israel, support Israel and appreciate Israel. This iincluded the vast majority of elected Republicans.
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, I have never heard these words so well presented. I have been saying words parallel but not with with such clarity and honesty.
Too much of the world has the attitude that Jewish lives don't matter. So what, they say, some more Jews died at the hands of the terrorists. But let the Jews do the killing and all we hear is oh those poor Arab people. If those "poor Arab people" would stop killing us we would not have to continually fight. Not just to defend ourselves, which we have every right to do, but to keep our borders. If any other country in the world were under such attacks they would not hesitate to annihilate said country without apologizing with no condemnation from anyone. But because it is us, because it is those Jews we are expected to act differently. Today's Jews is not the Jew who walked into the gas chamber. Today's Jew is proud, smart, a fierce fighter and is not going to take any crap from anybody. You want a piece of us, then be prepared to lose some body parts of your own. Never again.
Personally I do not believe that America is Israel’s ally. They put endless conditions on the relationship. They do not have to suffer the endless attacks that Israel has to put up with. An ally, understands and advises, this one does not and in Bidens own words, utters the word “don’t” in every sentence. Only you know how to continue and what the right course is. Follow it!
Any nation that is or are considering USA as an ally needs to take great care as there is always a price to be paid behind the scenes when dealing with a two faced nation manipulating and consistently behind the scenes while dealing or supporting the opposite side they are like a two sided coin all in their manipulative ways of making themselves look great. Proceed with caution when dealing with them.
I think most of the current problems are because of Obama’s desire to even things between Israel and Muslim countries, whatever you call that—a more balanced situation or something else. Biden and the whole current foreign establishment in the US are products of that ongoing initiative.
I think Biden, Obama et al are mostly focused on the election. Their soft attitude toward Iran and it’s proxies suits their desire to ingratiate themselves to the Muslim population in a swing state. If you look at Mike Johnson, a few days ago you can see there are members of Congress who want Israel to win and thrive. I think the majority of Americans , both politicians and regular people, are pro Israel. I think the attitude that Joshua attributes to Americans in general is predominantly on the left.
Having said all that, there certainly is a long history of America trying to micromanage Israel’s affairs. That included Republicans as well as Democrats. But Trump was clearly a strong supporter of Israel—I think he understands the situation in the Middle East better than all the big thinkers in this administration.
I think clearly the best thing for Israel is to support Trump in 2024. I think the push by Islamists against Israel in the recent past and now is probably because they see a good chance of Trump coming in and boosting Israel again. It can’t happen soon enough IMHO.
The current State Department must be very antisemitic. I can’t think of any other explanation for what’s going on.
And Biden is morally bankrupt.
Written by my husband Don Close when I asked him what he thought about today’s post by Joshua.
Normally I would agree with you, but voting for tRump is like asking Hitler to protect your rights and freedoms. Dear leader does not care about anyone or anything but himself. Israel would be a minor thought, for him, as he tears this country apart. In which case Israel would be very venerable. This time we cannot afford to split hairs. This is the biggest threat to our freedoms and that of the free world in the history of man. If you think we are wrong ask any German, especially the ones who were around during or right after Hitler, they will be able to tell you, first hand, what djt would do. It won't be nice, and we will all suffer mightily from him. Defeating tRump is the single most important thing we can do for freedom and democracy. There is no tomorrow, there is no second chance because once tRump would take power democracy will never see the light of day again. The armies of darkness will roam the land for a thousand years.
Pres. Truman voiced support of a Jewish state in Palestine and yet almost immediately—December 5, 1947—the US ordered an arms embargo to Israel. Brits meanwhile, in their romance with sheikdom and all things Arab, were arming Egypt, Transjordan, and Syria with all of their WW2 leftovers. USA did this knowing Israel was going to be attacked as soon as they announced statehood. No, America cannot be trusted. Bribem is not calling the shots. The Muslim Brotherhood ex living down the street from the WH is—Bibi knows it and is kicking ass. “Sorry Bribem, Blinken and Nod…forgot to call.”
Wonderful article!!!.....I have tears in my eyes .....when I was working at the UN, back in 1977, I had the great privilege,honor and joy to shake hands with our great Menachen Begin.....unforgettable......he was a true leader and a remarkable jew.....thank you so much for your brilliant writing. Have an easy fast......Shana Tova all the best for you and your family.....
The day Israel bowed to USA was the day Israel became weaker. Un fortunately she has to stand alone as far as weaponry is concerned. She can’t depend on other countries/governments in the west especially at this time as they turn against her.
The only thing I disagree with is that its not Americans as a whole that feel that way, just the democrat party. The overwhelming majority of Americans are with Israel.
70% of Americans support Israel, I am hearing. Americans seem to be able to stand for the moral cause. It is our leadership that can’t get out of the middle of the goddam road.
Great synopsis of what most of your readers probably already know but we need the ammunition when called out by our leftist friends. I really just wanted to say Shanah Tovah and Gmar Hatemah tovah. I hope you will continue to treat us to more excellent columns in 5785.
With or without aid (or advice), finish the job. As we have heard many times before, it is easier to ask for understanding (I won't say forgiveness because Israel's actions in defense of itself need no one's forgiveness) than to ask for permission.
Great piece and a good reminder that US-Israel ally-ship in 2024 is not what people think and hope it is. I don’t doubt it will fall on deaf ears with the ‘Israel controls Congress’ crowd.
While, our government acts like an entitled child, their are many many American citizen that deplore the egoistic manipulative actions of our leaders. They are destroying our country and our freedoms. I cheer Israel’s actions to not be pushed around by any nation. It’s great to watch you rid the world of the monsters that seek to destroy you. And also our inherited freedoms Our press silences the informed US citizens and speaks for only the people and large corporations in power and those they have brainwashed. Stay strong.!!
An Arab man told my husband (now deceased) several decades ago, "With the brains of the Jews and the money and oil of the Arabs all working together the Middle East could be a super-power - and I don't think today's super-powers want this to happen." I think the man was right.
You say many Americans in this piece and it is of course true because the Democratic Party consists of many Americans. But many more Americans stand with Israel, support Israel and appreciate Israel. This iincluded the vast majority of elected Republicans.
That is true. But the political machine in America is playing games.
Don't play that game. The Democratic Party is no more a monolith than the Republican Party.
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, I have never heard these words so well presented. I have been saying words parallel but not with with such clarity and honesty.
Too much of the world has the attitude that Jewish lives don't matter. So what, they say, some more Jews died at the hands of the terrorists. But let the Jews do the killing and all we hear is oh those poor Arab people. If those "poor Arab people" would stop killing us we would not have to continually fight. Not just to defend ourselves, which we have every right to do, but to keep our borders. If any other country in the world were under such attacks they would not hesitate to annihilate said country without apologizing with no condemnation from anyone. But because it is us, because it is those Jews we are expected to act differently. Today's Jews is not the Jew who walked into the gas chamber. Today's Jew is proud, smart, a fierce fighter and is not going to take any crap from anybody. You want a piece of us, then be prepared to lose some body parts of your own. Never again.
Rabbi Kahane…yes indeed.
Personally I do not believe that America is Israel’s ally. They put endless conditions on the relationship. They do not have to suffer the endless attacks that Israel has to put up with. An ally, understands and advises, this one does not and in Bidens own words, utters the word “don’t” in every sentence. Only you know how to continue and what the right course is. Follow it!
Any nation that is or are considering USA as an ally needs to take great care as there is always a price to be paid behind the scenes when dealing with a two faced nation manipulating and consistently behind the scenes while dealing or supporting the opposite side they are like a two sided coin all in their manipulative ways of making themselves look great. Proceed with caution when dealing with them.
Great article
I think most of the current problems are because of Obama’s desire to even things between Israel and Muslim countries, whatever you call that—a more balanced situation or something else. Biden and the whole current foreign establishment in the US are products of that ongoing initiative.
I think Biden, Obama et al are mostly focused on the election. Their soft attitude toward Iran and it’s proxies suits their desire to ingratiate themselves to the Muslim population in a swing state. If you look at Mike Johnson, a few days ago you can see there are members of Congress who want Israel to win and thrive. I think the majority of Americans , both politicians and regular people, are pro Israel. I think the attitude that Joshua attributes to Americans in general is predominantly on the left.
Having said all that, there certainly is a long history of America trying to micromanage Israel’s affairs. That included Republicans as well as Democrats. But Trump was clearly a strong supporter of Israel—I think he understands the situation in the Middle East better than all the big thinkers in this administration.
I think clearly the best thing for Israel is to support Trump in 2024. I think the push by Islamists against Israel in the recent past and now is probably because they see a good chance of Trump coming in and boosting Israel again. It can’t happen soon enough IMHO.
The current State Department must be very antisemitic. I can’t think of any other explanation for what’s going on.
And Biden is morally bankrupt.
Written by my husband Don Close when I asked him what he thought about today’s post by Joshua.
Amen—Trump will support Israel and Biden is morally bankrupt.
Normally I would agree with you, but voting for tRump is like asking Hitler to protect your rights and freedoms. Dear leader does not care about anyone or anything but himself. Israel would be a minor thought, for him, as he tears this country apart. In which case Israel would be very venerable. This time we cannot afford to split hairs. This is the biggest threat to our freedoms and that of the free world in the history of man. If you think we are wrong ask any German, especially the ones who were around during or right after Hitler, they will be able to tell you, first hand, what djt would do. It won't be nice, and we will all suffer mightily from him. Defeating tRump is the single most important thing we can do for freedom and democracy. There is no tomorrow, there is no second chance because once tRump would take power democracy will never see the light of day again. The armies of darkness will roam the land for a thousand years.
Pres. Truman voiced support of a Jewish state in Palestine and yet almost immediately—December 5, 1947—the US ordered an arms embargo to Israel. Brits meanwhile, in their romance with sheikdom and all things Arab, were arming Egypt, Transjordan, and Syria with all of their WW2 leftovers. USA did this knowing Israel was going to be attacked as soon as they announced statehood. No, America cannot be trusted. Bribem is not calling the shots. The Muslim Brotherhood ex living down the street from the WH is—Bibi knows it and is kicking ass. “Sorry Bribem, Blinken and Nod…forgot to call.”
Wonderful article!!!.....I have tears in my eyes .....when I was working at the UN, back in 1977, I had the great privilege,honor and joy to shake hands with our great Menachen Begin.....unforgettable......he was a true leader and a remarkable jew.....thank you so much for your brilliant writing. Have an easy fast......Shana Tova all the best for you and your family.....
Yeah!
The day Israel bowed to USA was the day Israel became weaker. Un fortunately she has to stand alone as far as weaponry is concerned. She can’t depend on other countries/governments in the west especially at this time as they turn against her.
The only thing I disagree with is that its not Americans as a whole that feel that way, just the democrat party. The overwhelming majority of Americans are with Israel.
70% of Americans support Israel, I am hearing. Americans seem to be able to stand for the moral cause. It is our leadership that can’t get out of the middle of the goddam road.
Great synopsis of what most of your readers probably already know but we need the ammunition when called out by our leftist friends. I really just wanted to say Shanah Tovah and Gmar Hatemah tovah. I hope you will continue to treat us to more excellent columns in 5785.
With or without aid (or advice), finish the job. As we have heard many times before, it is easier to ask for understanding (I won't say forgiveness because Israel's actions in defense of itself need no one's forgiveness) than to ask for permission.
Bravo.
Great piece and a good reminder that US-Israel ally-ship in 2024 is not what people think and hope it is. I don’t doubt it will fall on deaf ears with the ‘Israel controls Congress’ crowd.
While, our government acts like an entitled child, their are many many American citizen that deplore the egoistic manipulative actions of our leaders. They are destroying our country and our freedoms. I cheer Israel’s actions to not be pushed around by any nation. It’s great to watch you rid the world of the monsters that seek to destroy you. And also our inherited freedoms Our press silences the informed US citizens and speaks for only the people and large corporations in power and those they have brainwashed. Stay strong.!!
An Arab man told my husband (now deceased) several decades ago, "With the brains of the Jews and the money and oil of the Arabs all working together the Middle East could be a super-power - and I don't think today's super-powers want this to happen." I think the man was right.
No doubt plenty of Arabs would like to work together but the jihadis have the upper hand. No need to look for conspiracies.