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| Action Alert: Contact Your Senators! Tell Them To Confirm David Friedman As U.S. Ambassador To Israel
This Thursday, March 9, the Senate Foreign Relations Committee will vote on the confirmation of David Friedman as the next U.S. ambassador to Israel. Assuming he is approved, the full Senate will then vote on the nomination, either later that day or soon after. It is critical that we contact our Senators and request they support David Friedman as the next U.S. ambassador to Israel. He is eminently qualified, a supporter of growing the bilateral U.S.-Israel relationship, a true friend of Israel, and a long-time supporter of Jewish and Israeli causes. There is a concerted effort to deny Friedman the nomination. Anti-Israel leftist organizations, including Jewish organizations, are actively working against his nomination. Just yesterday, San Francisco Senator Dianne Feinstein, came out against his nomination. Senator Minority Leader Charles Schumer of New York has yet to state his position on Friedman.
We are also dismayed that both AIPAC and the ADL have so far remained silent and have not come out publicly in favor of Friedman's confirmation. Both organizations represent a broad spectrum of American Jewry, and it is imperative that they get behind President Trump's nominee for ambassador to Israel.
Contact your Senators here: Here is a list of those organizations that have so far endorsed David Friedman's nomination: - AFSI: Americans For a Safe Israel - American Friends of International Young Israel Movement - COPMA: Citizens Opposed to Propaganda Masquerading as Art - Coalition for Jewish Values - COPIA: Coalition of Pro-Israel Advocates - Coordinating Council for the Jewish Homeland - EMET: Endowment for Middle East Truth - Iron Dome Alliance - Israel Independence Fund - Jewish Political Education Foundation - Jews Choose Trump - National Council of Young IsraeI - NORPAC - OJC: Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce - Orthodox Union - RZA: Religious Zionists of America - Republican Jewish Coalition - Republicans Overseas - Israel - Save the West - Sephardic Community Federation - World Jewish Congress - World Values Network - Zionist Organization of America In addition, both the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations and the Jewish Federations of North America have issued positive, supportive statements about David. The following organizations are opposing his nomination: - Ameinu - Americans for Peace Now - Jewish Voice for Peace - JStreet - National Council of Jewish Women - Partners for Progressive Israel - Truah - Union for Reform Judaism
CONTACT YOUR SENATORS. LET'S MAKE SURE DAVID FRIEDMAN GETS CONFIRMED!
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Mordechai Kedar: Embassy Move to Jerusalem is a Move Toward Peace
| | | Screenshot of Mordechai Kedar, in one of his many interviews on Al Jazeera (available on YouTube) |
In the course of an enlightening evening with Middle East expert Mordechai Kedar at the Chabad of the Upper East Side of Manhattan, guests were treated to an insider's view of Trump, Israel, Putin and the Middle East. Kedar, who served for twenty-five years in IDF Military Intelligence where he specialized in the Islamic world and Arab culture, spoke on critical issues in the Middle East today, and their impact on the U.S., Russia and Israel. Kedar made the case for moving the U.S. embassy (as well as the others) to Jerusalem, as a move toward continued peace since it strengthens Israel. The recognition of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel signifies world recognition of the eternal Jewish claim to its history, independence, and rights as a nation-state in its indigenous homeland. This acceptance and recognition would serve to strengthen it in the world, and the stronger it is, the more likely it will be free from attack. Putting the "superpowers" actions and influence on the Middle East in perspective, Kedar posed that Russian leader Vladimir Putin has taken control of the Middle East in the last three years through its proxies, Iran and Syria. Although Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and some of the other primarily Sunni nations have not been overtaken by Russia, they all are quite wary of the designs of its proxy, Shiite Iran. (Keep in mind, this Sunni-Shia enmity dates to 632 ACE, and a fight over the rightful successor to Mohammed. Past differences are not forgiven or forgotten in the Middle East.) Israel has escaped Putin's hold because Iran considers it invincible (which in the Middle Eastern way of thinking is the only reason to make peace with an enemy), due to its military might and its strong ties to allies throughout the world.
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View A Powerful Video Of AFSI Chizuk Missions Reservations are now closed for AFSI's historic May 2017 Chizuk Mission. However, AFSI will be returning to Israel in November during Parshat Chaye Sarah. Plan ahead and mark your calendars now!
AFSI Chizuk Missions are unique. Participants in an AFSI mission return to their homes informed, educated, enlightened and invigorated, ready to advocate for Yisrael Shleyma, a "full" Israel. Among other destinations, AFSI missions visit Judea and Samaria, from the large cities to the small hilltop communities; from the most modern factories in the industrial zones of Ariel to the ancient stones of Hebron and the communities of Ofra and Amona. A key differentiator separating AFSI Chizuk Missions from other trips is the personal touch. For more than 20 years, AFSI has taken groups to Israel, and over the years, AFSI returns to provide chizuk. AFSI travelers build relationships and become lifetime friends with Israelis on the front lines, wherever they may be. From those protecting Jewish life in southern Tel Aviv from thousands of illegal squatters, to heroes living in eastern Jerusalem among a hostile Arab population, AFSI is there. Get a taste of an AFSI Chizuk Mission from our video on our website by clicking HERE.
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Thursday, March 9, 7:30 PM A conversation with Tuvia Tenenbom, author of The Lies They Tell, his latest book Center For Jewish History 15 W 16 St. NYC
Thursday, March 9, 6:30 PM Israeli America Council (IAC) in collaboration with the Israeli Parliament present, A Talk With Mosab Hassan Yousef, "The Green Prince."
Advance registration required. Space is limited.
Where: Manhattan location to be provided upon registration
Sunday, March 12, 4:00 PM - Arizona AFSI's Scottsdale Chapter under the leadership of Dr. Matthew Karlovsky, hosts AFSI's Co-Executive Director Helen Freedman. Helen will speak and show a video of a recent AFSI Chizuk mission. Guest speakers also include Carl Goldberg, speaker and instructor on Islam and Ideology.and a counter terrorism expert. Ina Levine Jewish Community Campus - 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ
Tuesday, March 28, 6:00 PM (doors open) Simon Wiesenthal Center presents Natan Sharansky speaking on Global Strategies to Defeat History's Oldest Hate At Temple Israel, 112 East 75 St. NYC 6:00 PM - Doors Open
6:30 PM - Lecture begins
8:00 PM - VIP reception
Sunday, April 2, 5:00 PM Our Soldiers Speak sponsors their Annual Regional Conference, 2017, NYC: What If The Two State Solution Is A Policy Of The Past? A Strategic Assessment: Challenges. Alternatives. Opportunities. At The Paley Center for Media 25 West 52 St. NYC Business Casual; Wine & Cheese Will Be Served; Dessert Reception Will Follow (Strictly Kosher) Info: 516-672-6662
SAVE THE DATE: Tuesday, May 9 21st Yeshivat Hesder Sderot Dinner Terrace on the Park, Flushing, NY
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| | Mark Langfan: Chairman Helen Freedman: Executive Director Judy Kadish: Co-Executive Director Jonathan Grauman: Research Analyst |
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