Five years ago, on the eve of Tisha B’Av, after a night of detention by armed soldiers for “our own protection,” my family and I were expelled from the Republic of Niger back across the land border into Northern Nigeria. The irony of being forced back into Boko Haram territory for “our own protection” was not lost on us.
William Miles
Whose Ten Commandments?
Why a lack of knowledge about religion can lead to misunderstandings about policy
The Political Science Found In High Holiday Prayers
We Jews pray not only for ourselves, but for the leaders of all countries, that they govern in wisdom, justice, and with compassion.
Other: Ashkenazi, Reflections On The 2020 Census
Jews face confusing questions when in the 2020 census.
Interfaith Pandemic Solidarity
It’s even more important to remember our global responsibility during a pandemic.
The Unconscionable Abandonment Of Israel’s Druze
The Druze are fiercely loyal to Israel. It’s time for Israel to treat them with the same respect.