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Ali Velshi: India and Pakistan's fragile ceasefire holds — for now

2 days ago | msnbc.com | Marc Katz |Allison Detzel

This is an adapted excerpt from the May 11 episode of “Velshi.”Hours after Donald Trump announced a ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan on social media early Saturday, explosions were once again heard in major cities across the region. Dozens have been killed on both sides in fighting that started on Wednesday between the two enemy nuclear powers, triggering an apparent mediation effort from the United States. But this conflict has a long history.
Ali Velshi: Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson addresses the ‘elephant in the room’

1 week ago | msnbc.com | Marc Katz |Allison Detzel

This is an adapted excerpt from the May 4 episode of "Velshi."Chaos and turbulence have been hallmarks of the early days of Donald Trump’s second administration, but it seems the president has landed on his messaging strategy. In a recent interview with NBC News’ Kristen Welker, Trump clarified who he thinks should get the credit for things that are going well and who should get the blame for things that are going poorly.
Faith's Answers to America's Political Crisis: How Religion Can Help Us Out of the Mess We're In

1 month ago | jewishbookcouncil.org | Marc Katz |Menachem Genack

In Faith’s Answers to America’s Political Crisis, Senator Joe Leiberman implores his readers to mine their respective religious traditions for the values that will solve the toxicity and gridlock that have become norms in politics today. With chapters exploring issues like our distrust of one another, the breakdown of thoughtful debate in Washington, our unwillingness to compromise, and the weakness and timidity of our leaders, Senator Leiberman charts an alternative path.
Hamas Has Made Me Hate. How Can I Pray for Peace

2 months ago | jewishexponent.com | Andrew Guckes |Marc Katz

By Rabbi Marc KatzI’m beginning to come to terms with the fact that I am feeling hate — an unsettling, unfamiliar emotion for me. And I’m not alone. Congregants who have viewed themselves as peace-loving, balanced and open have talked about the murder of Shiri Bibas and her children, the locked caskets, the unidentified body in place of Shiri’s, and the fact that two of the remaining hostages were made to attend the ceremony where their brethren were freed with vitriol.
Hamas has made me hate. How can I pray for peace?

2 months ago | jewishchronicle.timesofisrael.com | Marc Katz

I’m beginning to come to terms with the fact that I am feeling hate — an unsettling, unfamiliar emotion for me. And I’m not alone. Congregants who have viewed themselves as peace-loving, balanced and open have talked about the murder of Shiri Bibas and her children, the locked caskets, the unidentified body in place of Shiri’s, and the fact that two of the remaining hostages were made to attend the ceremony where their brethren were freed with vitriol.
Hamas has made me hate. How can I pray for peace?

2 months ago | jewishaz.com | Marc Katz

(JTA) — I’m beginning to come to terms with the fact that I am feeling hate — an unsettling, unfamiliar emotion for me. And I’m not alone. Congregants who have viewed themselves as peace-loving, balanced and open have talked about the murder of Shiri Bibas and her children, the locked caskets, the unidentified body in place of Shiri’s, and the fact that two of the remaining hostages were made to attend the ceremony where their brethren were freed with vitriol.
The Blogs: Hamas has made me hate. How can I pray for peace?

2 months ago | blogs.timesofisrael.com | Marc Katz

JTA — I’m beginning to come to terms with the fact that I am feeling hate — an unsettling, unfamiliar emotion for me. And I’m not alone. Congregants who have viewed themselves as peace-loving, balanced and open have talked about the murder of Shiri Bibas and her children, the locked caskets, the unidentified body in place of Shiri’s, and the fact that two of the remaining hostages were made to attend the ceremony where their brethren were freed with vitriol.
One Good Thing

2 months ago | jewishbookcouncil.org | Marc Katz

Skip to main content Jewish Book Council, founded in 1943, is the longest-running organization devoted exclusively to the support and celebration of Jewish literature. Get the latest reviews, news, and more in your inbox. Review By – February 28, 2025 In her sophomore novel, Georgia Hunter turns her focus to the experience of Italy’s Jews during the waning years of the Second World War.
Hamas has made me hate. How can I pray for peace?

2 months ago | omahajewishpress.com | Marc Katz

JTAI’m beginning to come to terms with the fact that I am feeling hate — an unsettling, unfamiliar emotion for me. And I’m not alone. Congregants who have viewed themselves as peace-loving, balanced and open have talked about the murder of Shiri Bibas and her children, the locked caskets, the unidentified body in place of Shiri’s, and the fact that two of the remaining hostages were made to attend the ceremony where their brethren were freed with vitriol.
Hamas has made me hate. How can I pray for peace?

2 months ago | forward.com | Marc Katz

( JTA) - I'm beginning to come to terms with the fact that I am feeling hate - an unsettling, unfamiliar emotion for me. And I'm not alone. Congregants who have viewed themselves as peace-loving, balanced and open have talked about the murder of Shiri Bibas and her children, the locked caskets, the unidentified body in place of Shiri's, and the fact that two of the remaining hostages were made to attend the ceremony where their brethren were freed with vitriol.