Fwd: BIGA - Build Israel Great Again AFSI Newsletter August 2, 2018

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Date: Thu, Aug 2, 2018, 3:48 PM
Subject: BIGA - Build Israel Great Again
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Why Support Israel's Basic Law?

Thursday - August 2, 2018 What Matan Peleg, CEO of Im Tirtzu, has to say about the Basic Law Why Support Israel's Basic Law? By declaring Jerusalem as Israel's capital it protects the city's holy sites and ensures freedom of worship for every religion. It stamps and seals Israel's Jewish character into law. It doesn't detract in any way from Israel's democratic nature or make any non-Jewish citizens lesser. Only Israel as a Jewish and democratic state will provide equal rights to all its citizens. Only Israel as a Jewish and democratic state will continue to be a light in the dark region of the Middle East. Because it's a long overdue and very important law for the State of Israel! Hazar Gadben Tells Fellow Druze Regarding Nation-State Law: Don't Be Naive! BIGA - Build Israel Great Again! Now that the atmosphere under President Trump is changing, his support is seen as the key to building more Jewish homes, said Yesha Council head Hananel Durani Wednesday to former Arkansas governor Mike Huckabee. The Yesha Council and Huckabee celebrated the construction of 900 new homes, 600 of which are in the final stages of building. Full story HERE. "Reality Therapy" That's what's needed with regard to American recognition of Israel's SOVEREIGNTY over the Golan Heights. The Golan Heights represents a demarcation line of freedom against tyranny. Read Sarah Stern's Opinion in the Jerusalem Post for her full take on this vital matter. In Denial The New York Times Won't Correct False Claim The New York Times, caught repeating a reportedly false claim from 1987 that Israel's founding prime minister David Ben Gurion wanted Israel to give up land it had conquered in the 1967 Six-Day War, has refused to correct the error even though the 1987 claim was debunked three months ago. Follow The Daily Wire story HERE. Contact The New York Times today and ask them to correct this error. Joint Op. Palestinian terrorists responsible for the July 10 shooting attack in the Beit El community were arrested. Another Cut. US considers another cut to the PA agency's budget for inflating number of PA refugees. It's a Secret. Bassam Tawil writes about the secret reason Arabs reject the Jewish Nation State Law. Construction and Renewal. JM Ayelet Shaked says there's no reason not to build in Samaria. Too Far. Incendiary balloons reported to have reached farther than Be'er Sheva. Change is Good. Is there a change in US policy with respect to official visits to Jewish communities of Judea and Samaria? Recognize Golan Heights Sovereignty EMET launched a petition calling on the US Administration to recognize Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights. Members of Congress have called for U.S. recognition of Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights, but it is important that the American people send a message to the Administration as well. Please sign and share the petition with your friends, colleagues, and contact lists. AFSI CALENDAR OF EVENTS Find More Events at Israel Advocacy Calendar Wednesday - August 8, 2018 @ 7:30 PM AFSI Sponsors Annual Memorial and Tribute to the Great Zionist Leader Ze'ev Jabotinsky Ze'ev (Vladimir) Jabotinsky (October 1880 - August 1940) was a giant of a Jewish history. A prophet, a fighter, an ideologue, a journalist; his vision remains an integral part of the State of Israel today.  Jabotinsky remains an inspiration for the Jewish people. His philosophy remains alive amongst so many worldwide today including AFSI, because as he said, "Silence is Despicable".  Guest Speakers Aaron Klein, an Israeli investigative reporter, Klein hosts a weekend radio talk show, The Answer, broadcast from Tel Aviv, on AM 970 Sunday nights 7-9 pm EDT. He is Breitbart Jerusalem bureau chief/senior investigative reporter, bestselling author, and a weekly columnist for The Jewish Press. Ron Edelstein, A former Betari and strong supporter of Israel, Mr. Edelstein will give us the background on Jabotinsky and his remarkable career. Edelstein is the founder and owner of Ron Properties LLC, which owns, manages and develops properties in New York City and the Tri-State area.  Betarniks should be prepared to sing Shir Betar, the Betar Song. Admission free. Reception follows program. RSVP required - RSVP to ilene@afsi.org Park East Synagogue @ 163 East 67th Street, NYC Tuesday, October 30 to Monday, November 5, 2018 AFSI CHIZUK MISSION TO ISRAEL (7-DAY TRIP) Member Price: $2,000 pp Double Room; $3,000 pp Single Room. A minimum number of participants must register in order to conduct the mission. Please sign up now if you plan to be with us. Participants make their own flight arrangements - BOOK NOW! To reserve your spot or for questions please contact Judy Kadish or call (212) 828-2424. READ HERE FOR THE TRIP ITINERARY. STAY CURRENT. STAY CONNECTED. Join the conversation on our Facebook Group DONATE TO AFSI VISIT OUR WEBSITE ‌ ‌ ‌ Mark Langfan | Chairman Helen Freedman | Co-Executive Director Judith Freedman Kadish | Co-Executive Director | judy@afsi.org P. 212-828-2424 | F. 212-828-4538 www.afsi.org | info@afsi.org

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