Fwd: Hijinks at the U.N.? AFSI Newsletter Nov 1, 2016

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From: Americans for a Safe Israel <judy@afsi.org>
Date: Tue, Nov 1, 2016 at 3:51 PM
Subject: Hijinks at the U.N.?
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The November 2016 Outpost Is Now Online

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Up until now, Obama has been constrained from action (or inaction) in the U.N. that could harm Israel, mainly due to the upcoming U.S. presidential elections and solid support for Israel in Congress and the U.S. public. However, after the election, all constraints would be lifted and he would be free to take whatever action he wants. In fact, just recently Obama warned the head of the Palestinian Authority, Mahmoud Abbas, not to bring a resolution to the Security Council until after the elections. So what would Obama do that could harm Israel in the U.N.? There is speculation that he is seriously considering withholding a veto to an anti-Israel Security Council resolution. This resolution would make Resolution 242 irrelevant and thus change the course of decades of U.S. diplomacy in the Middle East. This anti-Israel resolution would most likely call for: - the recognition of a Palestinian state;  - Israel to withdraw to the dangerous and indefensible 1948 armistice lines; - the division of Jerusalem; - the condemnation of Israeli communities throughout Judea and Samaria, eastern Jerusalem and the Jordan Valley; - "Palestinian refugees" to be allowed into Israel. That is, it would call for basically everything the Arabs want, including ultimately, the destruction of Israel. Why would Obama do this? Speculation is that it would be to: 1) help secure his legacy, however, mediocre it actually is, and/or 2) it would be a form of revenge against Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, who has vociferously opposed the Iran deal and to some extent, stood up to pressure from Obama throughout the latter's eight year tenure as president. Not vetoing an extreme anti-Israel resolution in the Security Council would fly in the face of the position the U.S. has held for decades; one that has called for bilateral negotiations between Israel and the  Arabs. The outcome of the U.S. presidential election may sway to some degree Obama's decision to act against Israel in the U.N. However, we must be on guard to the dangers to Israel lurking in those "hallowed halls". Now is the time to contact our local, state and federal representatives, reminding them of the mutually beneficial relationship and deep friendship extending decades, between the U.S. and Israel. We cannot allow Obama to have that swinging door hit Israel as he closes it behind him on his way out of the Oval Office. Additional analysis can be found here: Isi Leibler in Israel Hayom: Will Obama betray Israel? Alan Dershowitz in Gatestone Institute: Obama: Don't Destroy the Peace Process by Turning it Over to the U.N. Jonathan Schanzer in the Wall Street Journal: Obama's Israel Surprise? (If this link does not work, try clicking HERE.) Back to Top The November 2016 Outpost is now available online AFSI's November 2016 Outpost can be obtained by clicking here: November 2016 Outpost Here is this month's Table of Contents: Game Changer William Mehlman From the Editor Amona: Between Heaven, Earth and White House Daniel Greenfield Shimon Peres, 1923-2016 David Isaac Neighborhood Bully Bob Dylan The U.N.'s Shameful Purge of Jewish Ties Joseph Klein My Letter to the Prime Minister Melanie Phillips How Did We Get to This Sorry Pass? Ruth King Each monthly Outpost publication is a collection of erudite, timely, and important articles by noted writers and journalists, about Israel and issues concerning Israel and Jews around the world. AFSI's website (afsi.org) is a valuable resource for information about Israel. Prior copies of the Outpost can be read and downloaded at afsi.org/outpost.aspx. Back to Top AFSI Calendar of Events (Additional events can be found at israeladvocacycalendar.com) Tuesday, November 1, 5:00 - 9:00 PM Tribute to Ilan Ramon at Park East Synagogue 5-7 PM Exhibit viewing 7-9 PM Program Click HERE for info & registration Wednesday, November 2, 6:00 PM "Iran, Israel and the Jews: Why the Obsession?" - Professor David Menashri, Tel Aviv University At the ISGAP Center, 165 East 56th St., near 3rd Ave. NYC RSVP: Email: info@isgap.org or phone: (212) 230-1840 Wednesday, November 2, 6:30 - 8:30 PM Permanent Mission of Israel to the 'UN Holocaust Remembrance' In Solemn Observance of the 75th anniversary of the Babi Yar Massacre, the Holocaust and the United Nations Outreach Programme, in partnership with the Permanent Missions of Ukraine and Israel, is organizing a panel discussion "Holocaust Remembrance and Public Memorials - the Complexities and Challenges of Facing the Past". At the United Nations, 1st Ave. at 46 St. RSVP HERE to attend. Thursday, November 10, 12:30 - 2:30 PM Stand together at an anti-UNESCO Protest Rally Support Judaism's connection to the Kotel and Temple Mount. Reject UNESCO's resolutions denying the Jewish connection to Jerusalem. At the Israeli Consulate; 2nd Ave. bet. 42-43 Sts., NYC  Thursday, November 10, 3:00 - 4:00 PM Conference call with Dan Senor, Startup Nation Free; click HERE for info and registration Sunday, November 13, 6:00 PM Rachel's Children Reclamation Foundation presents the 22nd Annual NY Citywide Commemoration of the Yahrzeit of Rachel Imeinu Gala buffet journal dinner; great program with live musical presentation! At the Manhattan Beach Jewish Center 60 West End Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11235 For more info: call 718-648-2610 or 212-470-0967; email rachelschildren@gmail.com www.facebook/rachelschildren.org Mail checks to RCRF at above address. Wednesday, November 16, 8:00 - 10:00 AM Bnai Zion hosts a Breakfast Reception with Benny Kashriel, Mayor of Ma'aleh Adumim and Ambassador Dani Dayan, Consul General of Israel in New York Suggested minimum donation: $36. At Alliance Bernstein 1345 Ave of the Americas, NYC Limited space available * Must RSVP to attend: cheryl.bier@bnaizion.org Wednesday, November 16, 4:00 - 8:00 PM Legal Scholars Against BDS - At the United Nations, high level discussions on the issues of law, policy and legislation related to BDS. Click HERE for details and registration. Thursday, November 17, 6:00 - 10:00 PM Matisyahu in concert VIP Cocktail Party, 6:00-8:00 PM; Concert, 8:00 PM Click HERE for details; use Promo Code "MYBZ" for discount Sponsored by The Israel Project and Bnai Zion Foundation Speakers: Philippe Assouline, Rudy Rochman, and Ismaeel Malik with bestselling author Bruce Feiler as Master of Ceremonies. 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