February 1998 – DavidWilder.Org

Out of the Closet

Hebron-Past, Present and Foreverby David WilderThe Jewish Community of HebronOut of the ClosetFebruary 13, 1998 President Ezer Weitzman opened the celebrations marking Israel’s 50th birthday a few days ago. At that time the highly touted ‘slogan’ was released: “Together with Pride – Together with Hope”. (Byachad b’ga’ava – byachad b’tikva). This slogan effectively exemplifies the Number One Problem plaguing the Jewish […]

Israel and Saddam: Rights and Obligations

The past week or so has been filled with media reports revolving aroundIraq. Israel takes the possibility of an American attack over the skies ofIraq quite seriously. During the Gulf War, the Madman from Baghdadbombarded Israel with 39 missiles. Similar assaults on Israel areconsidered possible with another outbreak of hostilities between the US andIraq. Israeli officials are attempting to downplay […]