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ver watch a movie and wonder if you’re seeing real-life footage? How about seeing real-life footage and wondering if you’re watching a movie? Last week, Shammai Siskind wrote an article in TJH about the covert missions that Israel undertakes in enemy territories. For the past few years, Israel has been waging an undercover war. It’s not a war that utilizes an army of thousands or brings out tanks and rockets. Instead, quietly, stealthily, Israel has unleashed a few assassins to furtively root out perpetrators of evil. Once the deed is done, the operatives melt into the shadows, ready to pounce again should the need arise. Truthfully, Shammai’s article was written two days too early. Because right after the paper hit the stores, Israel once again showed its prowess when it neutralized the head of Iran’s nuclear power program. Since then, the details of the assassination have been fluid and murky. At first, Tehran said that Mohsen Fakhrizadeh was killed by a group of assassins;

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Contents LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

COMMUNITY Readers’ Poll Community Happenings

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NEWS

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Global

National

That’s Odd

ISRAEL Israel News

Hidden Students by Rafi Sackville

Will Naftali Bennett Be Israel’s New Leader?

JEWISH THOUGHT Rabbi Wein on the Parsha

The Many Faces of Evil by Rav Moshe Weinberger

Money or Life? by Rabbi Shmuel Kamenetzky

The Principle that Saved Yaakov’s Life by Shmuel Reichman

PEOPLE Cool Military Inventions by Avi Heiligman

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A Tribute to our Very Own Yehudis Heimlich, a”h

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HEALTH & FITNESS

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Getting from Point A to Point B by Dr. Deb Hirschhorn

The Croup by Dr. Hylton I. Lightman 94

Coffee: Caffeine, Calories, and Antioxidants by Aliza Beer, MS RD CDN

To the Editor, If COVID has taught us anything, it’s that our local first responders are crucial to our wellbeing – and need to be given the requisite wherewithal to keep us safe. That’s why I am asking for your vote to be re-elected as Woodmere Fire Commissioner this coming Tuesday, December 8, and why I have volunteered as a firefighter for the past nine years – protecting your family and mine. As a Fire Commissioner for the past five years, I have secured critical resources for our firefighters and EMTs, while keeping your taxes low. From procuring vital grant funding with Senator Kaminsky for a new ambulance, to successfully creating a Legislation and leading the fight to protect the benefits for volunteer firefighters during the pandemic, to holding the line on taxes, I have worked behind the scenes to keep our community safe during these most difficult times. As we continue to navigate the COVID crisis, I remain dedicated to ensuring our firefighters and medics have the tools they need to protect us. From water rescue grant funding to smart, savvy fiscal discipline, I am committed to looking out for our community and its needs – just as I do day-in and day-out as a volun-

teer firefighter, responding to fires, gas leaks, car accidents and other emergencies at all hours, day and night alike. On December 8, between 6 and 9 pm, please bring your family to the Woodmere Fire Department, located at 20 Irving Place, and cast your ballot for me, Yisroel Max. With the help of your vote and support, I look forward to continuing to serve and protect our community – for your children and mine. Israel “Yisroel” Max Woodmere, NY Dear Editor, This letter is written in response to Chava Feld’s letter in this week’s issue. Although I agree with Chava that some families take “information” way too far in the shidduch scene, getting information on the family and boy or girl of a prospective shidduch is very important. Many times, when young adults go out, they only date for a short amount of time. Many times, they only see each other for a few hours each week, and then they date for only 5-6 weeks. That’s a very short time to get to know one another! Without getting into the pros Continued on page 10

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LIFESTYLES Dating Dialogue, Moderated by Jennifer Mann, LCSW

Parenting Pearls

Mind Your Business

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Your Money

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Color Me Consumer by Rivki D. Rosenwald Esq., CLC, SDS

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HUMOR Centerfold 70 POLITICAL CROSSFIRE Notable Quotes

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Trump Risks a GOP Disaster in Georgia by Marc A. Thiessen

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Inside the Global Network of White Supremacists by David Ignatius 109 CLASSIFIEDS

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and cons of dating this way, if one procures information beforehand and finds out if the families/backgrounds/personalities/values, etc. match up, then one can feel secure that the person they are dating is “matim” for them. This can help prevent a lot of heartache later on – whether it’s in the dating process, during the engagement, or after the wedding, r”l. Charna S. Dear Editor, Your article in this week’s issue on Kalman Samuels and Shalva was so inspiring! It is one thing to go through a tragedy and survive; it is another thing altogether to go through a tragedy and thrive. And that is what Kalman and his wife did! They used their pain to feel others’ pain and worked to help those with whom they connected in their challenges. Although I don’t think I can measure up to their levels of selflessness – and I hope to never be tested in

such a way, lo aleinu – I am working on reaching out to others and thinking of others. There are many people who have been affected by the pandemic in many ways – economically, physically, and emotionally. If I can make a few phone calls every week to stay connected and remind others that they’re not alone and that they are on someone’s mind, I will have made a difference. That is the lesson I took from the article. A Reader Dear Editor, In the spirit of gratitude and recognition, I’d like to thank The Jewish Home for being a wonderful resource for the community and for providing a wonderful source of entertainment and news for my family. My kids enjoy reading it; I love looking through it on Shabbos; and my husband even likes the news and the quotes and the political articles. So thank you! A Reader

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Iran is pointing its finger at Israel after the director of its nuclear program was killed in a daring assassination outside of Tehran on November 27. Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, who headed Iran’s military nuclear program, was killed while driving in his bulletproof vehicle in his hometown of Absard. Fakhrizadeh was the latest, and most senior, of Iran’s nuclear scientists to be assassinated over the past decade. On Saturday, both Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khameini and Iranian President Hassan Rouhani accused Israel of being behind the killing and vowed to avenge the scientist’s death. In his weekly Friday address, Khameni called on Iranian authorities to “follow up on this crime and certainly punish the perpetrators and those responsible.” “This unparalleled scientist gave his dear and valuable life to G-d because of his great and lasting scientific efforts, and the high prize of martyrdom is his divine reward,” he added. In a statement, Rouhani eulogized Fakhrizadeh as “the country’s prominent and distinguished nuclear and defensive scientist.” He promised that Iran would “respond to the assassination of Martyr Fakhrizadeh in a proper time.” The president added that “the Iranian nation is smarter than falling into the trap of the Zionists. They are thinking to create chaos.” Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, meanwhile, wrote on Twitter that the killing had “serious indications” of an Israeli operation. “Terrorists murdered an eminent

Iranian scientist today. This cowardice — with serious indications of Israeli role — shows desperate warmongering of perpetrators,” Zarif tweeted. Three senior intelligence officials told the New York Times on Saturday that Israel was behind the scientist’s killing, adding that the U.S. was not informed ahead of time. While refusing to comment on the slaying as part of its longstanding policy of neither confirming nor denying assassinations, Israel placed its embassies overseas on its highest possible security alert. Iranian versions of what happened have changed significantly but it appears that Fakhrizadeh was mortally wounded when his car was sprayed with bullets in the town of Absard, to the east of Tehran. During the attack, a bomb in a Nissan pickup truck is also reported to have exploded. Initially Iranian accounts said that dozens of assailants opened fire on Fakhrizadeh’s convoy. In a later version of the events, Iranian media said that the scientist was killed via a remote-controlled machine gun. Three of Fakhrizadeh’s bodyguards were killed at the spot, while Fakhrizadeh was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital. Photos of the scene showed Fakhrizadeh’s sedan with bullet holes riddling the side windows. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) released pictures of four men on Monday who are suspected of masterminding the assassination. Following the attack, the Pentagon announced that it was sending the USS Nimitz carrier group to the Persian Gulf in what observers say is a highly irregular move. The Defense Department said only that “it was prudent to have additional defensive capabilities in the region to meet any contingency.” According to Al Jazeera, Western officials and experts believe that Fakhrizadeh played a pivotal role in Iranian work to devise the means to assemble a nuclear warhead behind the facade of a declared civilian uranium enrichment program. Iran denies ever having sought to develop a nuclear weapon. He lived in the shadows under high security and was never made available to UN nuclear investigators. In an April 2018 televised presentation after Israel managed to

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Shas Yiden - a Bracha Amidst a Pandemic - 853,965 blatt – COMMUNICATED –

By Rabbi Eliezer Sandler Last week, sixty-three incredible young talmidei chachomim gathered in a hall in Beit Shemesh. Their wives did not attend this year due to the current health situation, which also prevented the 12 Shas Yiden avreichim geonim in London from attending. They were all celebrating their annual Siyum Hashas, having collectively completed 853,965 blatt of Gemara, Rashi and Tosfos! Prior to the festive meal, the avreichim geonim underwent two hours of grilling questions on the entire Shas. The examiners are recognized as leading talmidei chachomim – Maran Hagaon Harav Chaim Weiss, Rav of Beitar Illit and Maran Hagaon Harav Bunim Schreiber, Rosh Yeshiva of ‘Netiv Hadaas’. Both examiners are known as geonim charifim and bekiim in Shas. Without any papers or references on the table before them, they reeled off some 150 questions that included: asking for page citations, facts, logic and for detailed information that basically required knowledge of the Talmud by heart.

Amazing Prowess

The questioners were both amazed at the prowess of each of the avreichim geonim. Questions that were ‘thrown’ at the avreichim geonim received a thunderous response from all, simultaneously. (A video of the farher is available to be viewed on the Shas Yiden website www.shasyiden. com, which has videos of past annual

farhers.) Over the 12 years since Shas Yiden’s inception, its successful growth and the mastery of Shas by the avreichim geonim has captured the attention and imagination of the gedolei Torah all over, and who have been effusive in their praise at how they have made the idea of becoming a Shas Yid achievable and popular. After personally

examining the Shas Yiden every year with searching questions, Maran Sar Hatorah, Hagaon Harav Chaim Kanievsky, shlit”a, exclaimed “Zei kennen Shas” (They know Shas!) and then agreed to become the Nasi of Shas Yiden.

Meeting the Challenge and more

The avreichim geonim effortlessly followed the questioners’ changing from masechta

Note from Sar Hatorah to the 63 Siyumei Hashas

25 Marcheshvan 5781 (Note: The Nasi of Shas Yiden, Harav Chaim Kanievsky, shlit”a, was unable to attend the Siyum, which he does every year, and penned a note to the Shas Yiden.) In honor of the Siyum Hashas of the kollel avreichim geonim Shas Yiden under the leadership of our friend Hagaon Harav Avrohom Halevi Eisen, shlit”a. It is difficult for me to participate on this Yom Tov of these tens of talmidei chachomim, gedolei Torah; they are all outstanding in Torah. They know the entire Shas on which I have personally tested them and saw that they are knowledgeable in the entire Shas. I send my best wishes that they should acquire knowledge of the entire Torah to learn, to teach, to guard, to do and to fulfill all the words of Thy Torah in love. And may the Gaon, our friend (Rav Eisen) shlit”a, merit to open many more kollelim and to cause Torah to grow and be glorified.

Hagaon Harav Bunim Schreiber conducting the farher, with Hagaon Harav Moshe Samet and Hagaon Harav Avrohom Eisen looking on

Chaim Kanievsky

L-R Hagaon Harav Moshe Samet, Hagaon Harav Chaim Weiss, Hagaon Harav Bunim Schreiber, Hagaon Harav Avrohom Eisen

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– COMMUNICATED –

Hagaon Harav Bunim Schreiber conducting the farher

Shas Yid avreich gaon from Beitar Illit making the Hadran, with Hagaon Harav Moshe Samet and Hagaon Harav Avrohom Eisen looking on

Hagaon Harav Avrohom Eisen, Hagaon Harav Shmuel Landau – Dayan of Belz in Beit Shemesh, Hagaon Harav Moshe Samet

Shas Yiden avreichim geonim

Sample Questions from the Siyum Hashas Farher To Watch the Farher click on: w w w.shasyiden.com QUESTIONS: 1. When Tannaim and Amoraim are about to lecture on a particular masechta, they have opening ‘styles’. How many are there for Maseches Megilla and where are they recorded? 2. Which similar sugya is to be found in Brochos, Shabbos, Eiruvin, Pesachim and Succah? 3. What was the name of Abaye’s father? 4. Where are to be found 2 chapters in 2 masechtos of 2 different orders of the Mishna, both in the same place

in its Mishna, and they both begin on the same page number and the same side of the folio, in the same location and row number? 5. Who is the Amora who appears a few times in the Talmud, made a statement which was strongly questioned and he was shamed, and in the end it was known that he was correct? 6. Where in Shas are the sugyos that mitzvos require intent? 7. Where is the law of “Bari veshema” (“Clear and Perhaps”) to be found in Shas?

ANSWERS: 1. Fourteen – Megilla 11a, and according to Hagaos Habach and the Gra – another 2 2. Dmai ha lo chazi lei – is not suited for him, that if he wishes he can render his possesions hefker and he is rendered poor, and the dmai is now suited for him as it says in a Mishna – Brochos 47a 3. Keilil – Rashi, Zevachim 118b 4. Perek Keitzad, Yevamot 16 and Bava Kama 16

5. Rava – Gittin 29b, 77b, Bava Metzia 81b, 97a, Avoda Zara 22a; and also Rav Papa – Bava Metzia 81a 6. Brachos 13a regarding the Reading of Shma; Eiruvin 95b regarding Tefillin; Pesochim 114b regarding matza and maror; Rosh Hashanna 28b regarding shofar 7. Kesubos 12a and 16a; Bava Kama 35b and 118b; Bava Metzia 37b

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– COMMUNICATED – to masechta. Questions ranged from how many times does such an expression or ruling appear in a particular tractate to complex reasoning from one tractate to another. Someone unfamiliar with Talmudic study would have been very hard pressed to follow the pace of questioning and the complexity. When Rav Weiss finished his testing of the avreichim geonim, he said that he very

much regretted being unable to meet with the Shas Yiden on Shabbos, for dialoging with them would be the highest and most fulfilling oneg (pleasure of) Shabbos. After concluding his searching examination of the Shas Yiden avreichim geonim, Rav Bunim Schreiber commented “I sat with them for a long time and discussed many subjects from all over Shas, and I am a witness that their mastery and incredible

knowledge is unlimited. It was an inspiring and heart-warming sight to see tens of avreichim geonim rising to the house of Hashem to become great scholars in all of Torah.” For more information and to donate to Shas Yiden, please call 718-702-1528 or write to: 1274 49th Street #562, Brooklyn, NY 11219.

Shas Yiden – the ‘Disruptive Technology’ of Torah Learning

The Pozna Rov, Hagaon Harav Avrohom Eisen reciting the Kaddish in memory of his father

“Shas Yiden is the ‘disruptive technology’ of the Torah world today,” exclaimed one of the most ardent monthly supporters of the Shas Yiden kollelim network in Israel and London, UK. Disruptive technology is an innovation that significantly alters the way that consumers, industries, or businesses operate, and sweeps away the systems or ‘habits’ it replaces because it has attributes that are recognizably superior, he explained. “Ever since Shas Yiden came on the Torah scene 12 years ago, its impact has been felt throughout the Torah world. The five kollelim where 75 incredible avreichim geonim and baalei middos (people of noble character) are groomed, have become an integral part of the world Torah landscape. “Every avreich completes the entire Shas five times each year (13,555 blatt), knows it b’al peh and they have regular public farhers. Thus, today such proficiency is not only acclaimed and accepted, but many across the Torah world are trying to emulate their example, boruch Hashem.

All the Shas Yiden dancing in celebrating the Siyum

“Not only are they amazing, but I have never had such fulfilment from any of my charity giving. It hasn’t cost me a dime. Whatever I donate in any particular year, is returned from my investments, and more. For me, it is a ‘disruptive tzedakah’ as well. Thank you, Shas Yiden.” Hagaon Harav Avrohom Eisen handing out gifts and envelopes with a cash gifts for the wives of the avreichim geonim

Hagaon Harav Moshe Samet, Rosh Hakollelim reading out the letter from the Nasi of Shas Yiden, Sar Hatorah, Maran Hagaon Harav Chaim Kanievsky, shlit”a, with Hagaon Harav Avrohom Eisen looking on

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smuggle out hundreds of documents from Iran about their nuclear program, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu named Fakhrizadeh as a leading figure in what he described as secret nuclear weapons work conducted under the guise of a civilian program. “Remember that name, Fakhrizadeh,” Netanyahu said, describing Fakhrizadeh as the head of AMAD, Iran’s initiative to develop a nuclear weapon. Netanyahu said that after AMAD was officially shut down, Fakhrizadeh continued working at an agency within Iran’s Defense Ministry on “special projects.”

Will Germany Indict Assad? Germany is reportedly close to charging Syria’s President Bashar Assad with war crimes for authorizing the military to use chemical weapons against civilians. The German War Crimes Investigation Unit has fingered Bashar’s brother Maher as the one respon-

sible for using sarin gas against civilians in 2013. Maher is the commander of the Syrian Army’s Fourth Division, which is responsible for Syria’s chemical weapons.

The sarin-tipped rockets killed 1,400 civilians, including 400 children, and horrified the international community. Now, German prosecutors say that they have proof that the brutal attack was directly authorized by Bashar himself. The use of such sensitive weapons, say prosecutors, could not have been employed without the president himself giving the order. The president, known as the “Butcher of Damascus,” is thought to have ordered the sarin strike after fearing that his regime was close to collapse. At the time, rebels had overrun much of Syria and were closing in

on Damascus. By breaking out his doomsday weapons, Assad hoped to scare rank-and-file Syrians away from the separatists. “From there, an elite group within Syria’s Scientific Studies and Research Center (SSRC) dubbed Branch 450 would have loaded warheads with chemical agents, and the 155th Missile Brigade would have launched the surface-to-surface rockets under direct oversight from Maher,” wrote Germany’s DW news site. The lawsuit against Assad was filed by the Open Society Justice Initiative, Syrian Center for Media and Freedom of Expression, and Syrian Archive. The aforementioned groups had decided to try Assad in Germany due to the country’s policy of universal jurisdiction allowing authorities to try people guilty of war crimes committed elsewhere. “By gathering evidence and identifying witnesses able to provide testimony to prosecutors, the complainants aim to advance the eventual arrest and prosecution of Syrian officials responsible for the attacks,” said the Syrian Center for Media and Freedom of Expression.

Iran to Stop UN Inspections

Iran’s parliament is advancing a bill that would end UN inspections of its nuclear facilities and require the government to boost its uranium enrichment if European signatories to the 2015 nuclear deal do not provide relief from oil and banking sanctions. The vote to debate the bill took place on Tuesday. It would need to pass through several other stages before becoming law. Two-hundredfifty-one lawmakers in the 290-seat chamber voted in favor, after which many began chanting “Death to America!” and “Death to Israel!” If European countries don’t ease sanctions within three months, authorities will resume enriching uranium to 20 percent, which is below the threshold needed for nuclear

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will be dealt with separately.” Both Pakistan and Tunisia confirmed late last week that its citizens have not been receiving an extension on their work permits, while tourist visas were also said to be affected. The new measures sparked fierce criticism across the Arab world, as many of the aforementioned countries’ citizens work in the UAE in order to send money back to their families back home. A hashtag condemning the UAE briefly trended number one on Twitter last Friday. The background to the change in visa policy is thought to be connected to Abu Dhabi’s effort to get more Emiratis into the workforce. As part of its Vision 2030 economic plan, the UAE is trying to end its economy’s reliance on foreign migrants to perform unskilled labor. Notably, Abu Dhabi’s move to bar citizens from almost a dozen Arab countries comes in the same week in which it began to allow in Israelis without needing to apply first for a visa. The mutual visa exemption was inked on October 20 between the two countries and came into effect last Tuesday.

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Hundreds of people were sentenced to life in prison in Turkey on Thursday in a trial linked to a 2016 coup attempt. A total of 475 defendants were tried in the high-profile case that focused on the events in the Akinci Air Base in Ankara, which the prosecutor argued was the main command center for the coup plot. Most of the defendants received at least one life sentence. Nineteen were sentenced to 79 counts of life in prison without parole after being convicted of charges of attempting to overthrow the constitutional order, assassinate the president, and murder. Seventy people were acquitted, the state news agency said. “The Turkish judiciary continues to hold the traitors to account,” Turk-

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ish Justice Minister Abdulhamit Gul said on Twitter after the court announced the verdicts. More than 250 people were killed in the July 2016 coup attempt, many of them civilians. Tanks rolled onto the streets of Istanbul and Ankara, the country’s two largest cities. Soldiers blocked the famous Bosphorus Bridge in Istanbul, while bombs struck the parliament building in Ankara, the country’s capital. According to the indictment, the orders to bomb government buildings including the parliament and to assassinate President Recep Tayyip Erdogan were given from Akinci Air Base. Turkey’s current defense minister, then-Chief of Staff Hulusi Akar, was held hostage at the base during the coup attempt. Erdogan has accused Fethullah Gulen, a Muslim cleric living in the U.S., of masterminding the events. Gulen has vehemently denied the charges. Since the coup attempt, the government has been cracking down on Gulen’s followers. Nearly 100,000 have been arrested and 150,000 of them have been fired from government jobs including the military in the aftermath of the attempted coup. Turkish courts have already held several mass trials over the alleged plot.

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Ethiopia declared victory after the military retook control of the city of Mekelle from separatists in the northern Tigray region. “The federal government is now fully in control of the city of Mekelle,” tweeted Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on Saturday. “I am pleased to share that we have completed and ceased the military operations in the Tigray region. “Our focus now will be on rebuilding the region and providing human-

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“I’m close to Mekelle in Tigray fighting the invaders,” Gebremichael said. Earlier in the week, the Ethiopian government had given the TPLF until Wednesday to leave Mekelle or face an all-out assault on the city. The two sides have been battling each other since the TPLF refused to recognize Prime Minister Abiy’s authority in early November. The country’s largest ethnic group, the TPLF controls large swaths of the Tigray

region and was Ethiopia’s ruling party for 27 years. Abiy responded by sending in the Ethiopian military to seize parts of Tigray that were under TPLF control, setting off weeks of fighting between the army and rebels. Hundreds of civilians have been killed since the fighting began and another 43,000 displaced, with the United Nations predicting that the amount of refugees could soon reach hundreds of thousands.

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Mitigating the Migrant Problem

The United Kingdom and France have agreed to a deal that will see the two countries work together to stop migrants from crossing the English Channel. As part of the agreement, the UK and France will increase patrols and introduce new technology to prevent refugees from reaching Britain by crossing the Channel on small boats. The number of French troops patrolling the waterway will double, while police will get new drones to assist them in stopping migrants from casting off from the 93 miles of coastline. The agreement was signed last Friday in a ceremony attended by UK Home Secretary Priti Patel and French Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin. The aforementioned minis-

ters said in a joint statement that the deal “reaffirmed their commitment to make this route unviable.” Patel and Darmanin also agreed on establishing a fund to purchase “enhanced package of cutting-edge surveillance technology – including drones, radar equipment, optronic binoculars and fixed cameras.” The UK has been exerting a substantial effort in preventing migrants from making the treacherous journey across the English Channel, with navy interceptions rising to 60% from 41% in 2019. Illegal immigration has become a hot-button issue in British politics, with residents of coastal cities blaming the migrants for rising crime and taxing their welfare system. The UK has been pressing France to do more to stop the flood of migrants as the number of crossings skyrocketed from 1,835 in 2019 to more than 8,000 during the current calendar year. “We know that the French authorities have stopped over 5,000 migrants from crossing into the United Kingdom. We’ve had hundreds of arrests and that’s because of the joint intelligence and communications that we share between both our au-

thorities,” said Patel. “This new package today that I have just signed with my French counterpart, the French interior minister, effectively doubles the number of police on the French beaches, it invests in more technologies and surveillance – more radar technology that support the law enforcement effort – and on top of that we are now sharing in terms of toughening up our border security.”

Thailand Releases Iranian Terrorists

Israeli diplomats are fuming after Thailand released three Iranian terrorists convicted of masterminding an attack on Israel’s Bangkok embassy in 2012. Masoud Sedaghatzadeh, Saeid Moradi, and Mohammad Khazaei had their sentences commuted late last week. The three had been behind bars ever since they attempted to assassinate Israeli diplomats posted in Bangkok by bombing their vehicles in 2012. The trio were swiftly arrested and imprisoned after the attempt. Moradi was handed life behind bars, while the other two received a 15-year sentence. However, all three were suddenly set free last week in an apparent prison swap that saw Tehran release Kylie Moore-Gilbert, a British-American academic imprisoned for spying charges. Now, Israelis who narrowly escaped death in 2012 are fuming. Pointing out that Thai authorities promised that the Iranians would “rot behind bars,” they called the “catch and release” a violation of Israel’s diplomatic agreements with Thailand. “I don’t know anything about this deal beyond what was published. Of course, it saddens me to see the pictures as [the Iranians] celebrate instead of rotting in prison, if they haven’t already been executed,” said Itzhak Shoham, who was Israel’s envoy to Bangkok at the time of the bombing. “The only consolation,” Shoham

added, “is to know that the brain behind the attacks, Qassem Suleimani, has ascended to heaven.” Sulemeini, the commander of Iran’s elite Quds Force tasked with planning terror attacks overseas, was killed this past January in a U.S. airstrike. Australia and Thailand maintain that the three Iranians had not been freed as part of a prisoner swap despite Tehran refusing to let Moore-Gilbert go until the terror trio returned home. When questioned on the matter over the weekend, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison said that he “won’t go into those details, or confirm them one way or the other.” Moore-Gilbert, a Middle Eastern studies expert, was arrested in 2018 at Tehran’s airport on espionage charges and sentenced to 10 years in the Islamic Republic’s notorious Evin Prison. The Iranians’ attempt to blow up Israel’s embassy in 2012 went awry when explosives prepared for the mission went off prematurely in their Bangkok apartment. The blasts came on the same day in which Iranian terrorists narrowly missed murdering an Israeli diplomat in Tbilisi, Georgia, by attaching a bomb to his car.

Final Push for Saudi Arabia

Trump administration advisor Jared Kushner is set to make a surprise visit to Saudi Arabia, only a week after Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Kingdom soil. U.S. officials say that Kushner is visiting Saudi Arabia in order to make one last effort to convince the Kingdom to establish official diplomatic relations with Israel. Saudi Arabia’s King Salman has since resisted such pressure until now, conditioning such a step on the establishment of a Palestinian state. Joining Kushner are White House envoy Avi Berkowitz, International Development Finance Corporation CEO Adam Boehler, and Brian Hook, the Trump administration’s former

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envoy on Iranian issues. Kushner is also attempting to broker a truce between Saudi Arabia and Qatar and will meet with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman and Qatari Emir of Tamim bin Hamed a-Thani. The two Gulf States have been at loggerheads over a range of issues, including Qatar’s support for terror groups and the anti-Saudi content broadcast on the Doha-owned Al Jazeera television network. In June 2017, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain suspended their diplomatic relations with Qatar and closed their airspace to Qatari aircraft. The Trump administration has tried to resolve the crisis several times in recent years without success.

13 Charged in NZ Volcano Disaster New Zealand charged 10 organizations and three people for their role in last year’s White Island volcano explosion that killed 22. Forty-seven people had been on the island when the volcano erupt-

ed on December 9, 2019, with the victims hailing from Australia, New Zealand, Germany, China, Britain and Malaysia. WorkSafe, New Zealand’s safety watchdog, said on Monday that it was charging the tour groups and their management for taking visitors to the island despite knowing that it contained an active volcano.

The tourism companies face fines of 1.5 million New Zealand dollars if convicted, while the guides face fines of 300,000 New Zealand dollars. WorkSafe chief Phil Parkes justified levying criminal charges by pointing to the fact that the country’s volcano monitoring service had raised White Island’s risk warning to 2 out of 5 in the days leading up to the eruption. According to Parkes, the guides showed “a tremendous lack of responsibility” by not postponing the tour despite the relatively high

chance of such an incident occurring. “This was an unexpected event, but that does not mean it was unforeseeable, and there is a duty on operators to protect those in their care,” Parkes asserted. “This tragedy has had a wide-ranging impact on victims, families, communities…. “Those who went to the island, did so with the reasonable expectation that there were appropriate systems in place to ensure they made it home healthy and safe.”

China-Australia Tensions Increase

China set off a new round of hostilities with Australia this week by tweeting a doctored image showing an Australian soldier slitting the throat of an innocent civilian in Afghanistan. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian tweeted the grisly photo on Monday on his official Twitter account. “Shocked by the murder of Afghan civilians & prisoners by Australian soldiers,” he wrote. The doctored photo caused a storm, with Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison demanding an official apology, while his office requested that Twitter remove the offending image. “It is utterly outrageous and it cannot be justified on any basis whatsoever,” fumed Morrison in a press conference. “The Chinese government should be totally ashamed of this post. It diminishes them in the world’s eyes,” he added. “It is a false image and a terrible slur on our great defense forces and the men and women who served in that uniform for over 100 years.” Beijing has refused to apologize or even delete the photo, saying that Australia needed to make amends for what it said was their “war crimes” against the Afghani people. “The Australian side is reacting so strongly to my colleague’s tweet. Does this mean they think the cruel killing of Afghan

lives is justified? Afghan lives matter… Shouldn’t the Australian soldiers feel ashamed?” said Chinese Information Minister Chunying Hua.” The inflammatory tweet came after a report published on November 19 found that Australian special forces murdered 39 Afghan civilians as part of an environment of “blood lust” and “competition killings.” The fresh diplomatic crisis is a new low in the already-deteriorating relationship between the Pacific neighbors. Despite being China’s largest trading partner, Australia is leading the West’s anti-Beijing crusade and frequently condemns Beijing for human rights violations and military aggression. In May, Australia demanded an independent probe into the origins of the coronavirus, leading China to levy heavy tariffs on Australian barley and wine.

Iranian Terrorist on Trial in Belgium

The trial has begun for an Iranian diplomat charged with trying to kill former NYC mayor and Trump administration advisor Rudy Giuliani along with other diplomats. Assadollah Assadi, 48, faces charges of attempted murder and taking part in activity of an armed group. He faces 20 years in jail if convicted. Claiming diplomatic immunity, Assadi refused to show up on the opening day of his trial last Friday in Brussels. Belgian authorities have rejected his claims of diplomatic immunity as the Iranian had only been accredited in Austria. According to prosecutors, the diplomat masterminded an operation in 2018 to bomb a meeting of Iranian exiles hostile to the Islamic Republic. Over 25,000 had attended the rally outside of Paris on June 30, 2018, which was organized by the National Council of Resistance in Iran (NCRI) and the People’s Mojahedin of Iran (MEK).

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Central Sulawesi has long been a center of tension between Muslims and Christians. Hundreds of villagers died in religious riots during the 1990s.

Syrian Photojournalist Hurt in Paris

An international outcry broke out after a Syrian photojournalist was beaten by police while covering an anti-police rally in Paris. Ameer Alhalbi, an award-winning freelance photographer for AFP and Polka Magazine, was set upon by officers while covering a rally on Saturday against police brutality. The journalist was evacuated to the hospital for medical treatment. Images taken of Alhabi after the incident show the reporter covered in blood from his broken nose. The beating, coming during a rally against police violence, resulted in a wave of international condemnation. Reporters Without Borders chief Christophe Deloire tweeted that Alhabi was a victim of “a police baton” and condemned law enforcement for their heavy-handed response. “Ameer came from Syria to France to take refuge, like several other Syrian journalists. The land of human rights should not threaten them, but protect them,” said Deloire. The AFP, Alhabi’s employer, also condemned the assault and called for an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. Alhalbi is the recipient of many international journalism awards for his work covering the Syrian civil war, including winning the 2017 World Press Photo for documenting the devastation in Aleppo. Over 133,000 people had taken to the streets in France to protest a new law criminalizing sharing pictures of police officers. The Saturday demonstrations quickly turned violent, with 62 officers needing medical treatment after fighting pitched battles with rioters.

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Saudi Arabia is reportedly waiting for Joe Biden to be inaugurated in January before normalizing relations with Israel. The Saudi royal family has come under heavy pressure by the Trump administration to follow the UAE and Bahrain in establishing diplomatic ties with the Jewish State. As part of these efforts, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo brokered a meeting between Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman (MBS) and Prime Minister Netanyahu in the Saudi city of Neom last week. The summit, and the effort in general, has failed to yield results, with Saudi royals reiterating that it can only recognize Israel following the establishment of a Palestinian State. But a new report says that MBS is holding off on recognizing Israel until Biden is sworn in as president in order to reap dividends such a move would bring with the new U.S. administration. According to the Wall Street Journal report, Riyadh wants to use normalization as a means to resist pressure by the Biden administration on issues such as human rights. Biden had taken a harsh line on Saudi Arabia in the past on a wide range of issues, including its involvement in the bloody civil war in Yemen and the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi in 2018. With the Biden administration expected to be hostile to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is counting on the goodwill it will receive by handing it a diplomatic triumph to resist Washington on other points of contention. Quoting senior advisors to the Kingdom, the newspaper said that inking a historic deal with the Jewish State under Biden’s tutelage “could put relations between the Biden administration and Riyadh on surer footing.” “Normalization…is a carrot to get [Biden’s] focus away from other is-

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Windsurfing Medals Israel recorded an impressive showing at the RS:X European Championships in windsurfing, taking home a gold and two silver medals in the competition held in Portugal at the end of November. Yoav Cohen, 21, emerged victori-

ous in the adult windsurfing championships, winning the Gold for the first time in his career. Shachar Zubari, pulled down the Silver in the same race with 51 points overall.

“I’m speechless – this is a dream come true. I can’t find the words,” a jubilant Cohen said. The medal was Zuberi’s fifth European championship, with the 34-year-old also having won the Silver in the 2008 Beijing Olympics. In the women’s meet, Katy Spychakov took home the Silver with 39 points, behind eventual Gold medal winner Charline Picon from France. Spychakov told the press afterwards that she was disappointed by the results as she had fully expected to win the championship outright. “It was a rough competition,” Spychakov admitted. “I’m glad that I managed to take home a medal and

the ticket to Tokyo.” Culture and Sports Minister Chili Tropper hailed the windsurfers for their “exceptional achievements.” The competition served as the qualifying round for the 2021 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, which were originally slated to take place this past July but were postponed for a year due to the coronavirus. Windsurfing is the only sport in which Israel has won a Gold medal, with Gal Fridman breaking the long drought with his win in the 2004 Athens Olympics.

Yad Vashem’s Financial Troubles Yad Vashem is being forced to institute temporary spending cuts and dip into financial reserves so it could finish the 2020 fiscal year with a balanced budget. Their financial stresses stem from Israel’s political gridlock along with the pandemic. Former General Effi Eitam is set to become the institute’s next director. But the former right-wing politi-

cian has come under criticism for his past statements about Palestinians and Arab Israelis.

Eitam’s candidacy is one in a long list of senior appointments held up by the ongoing deadlock between the Blue and White and Likud parties. This is not necessarily because the parties don’t want to nominate him per se. Instead, Blue and White is refusing to allow his appointment to come up for a necessary cabinet vote as part of a larger tit-fortat standoff that has prevented the appointments of a national police commissioner, a state attorney, a Prime Minister’s Office directorgeneral, senior health and justice officials, and more. Yad Vashem’s 27-year director, Avner Shalev, a former brigadier general and ex-government official, announced in June he would retire at

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the end of the year. He leaves behind an organization that has grown tremendously under his tenure, opened new research and educational arms, and positioned itself as a major international clearinghouse for Holocaust education and study. Thirty-five percent of the museum’s budget comes from the government. The government has failed to pass a 2020 and a 2021 budget, leaving many key public institutions to fend for themselves without access to funds already allocated to them.

A Special Advocate

An Israeli woman with muscular dystrophy was elected this week to serve on a United Nations Committee on the Rights of Persons with

Disabilities. Odelia Fitoussi, 43, is the first Israeli to serve on the committee. She was elected to one of nine available spots, receiving support from 109 countries. Israeli officials applauded her appointment. “I am sure your important voice at the UN will be a positive influence for people with #disabilities around the world. We are so proud of you!” President Reuven Rivlin tweeted on Tuesday morning. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called Fitoussi, who was born with a genetic neuromuscular disorder known as SMA2, telling her that he appreciates her “abilities and skills that led her to be elected to a significant and important position in the international arena.” The UN Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, or CRPD, is a body of independent experts tasked with monitoring the implementation of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, which was signed by nearly all countries in the world. “I feel privileged to be a member of the CRPD, the place where Israel was a partner in creating a new lan-

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Trump Pardons Michael Flynn

President Donald Trump pardoned former National Security Advisor Michael Flynn last week nearly three years after Flynn pleaded guilty for lying to the FBI. “It is my Great Honor to announce that General Michael T. Flynn has been granted a Full Pardon,” Trump tweeted. “Congratulations to @GenFlynn and his wonderful family. I know you will now have a truly fantastic Thanksgiving!” The pardon caps off a multi-year ordeal the decorated officer underwent to clear his name. A former three star general, Flynn had been Trump’s national security advisor for only 24 days after the president’s shock victory in 2016 before stepping down in January 2017. Flynn’s sudden resignation came after he admitted to lying to FBI agents regarding a phone call he had with the Russian ambassador to Washington. A year later, Flynn pleaded guilty to lying to a federal agent and awaited his sentencing. However, Flynn then attempted to retract his guilty plea after retaining Sidney Powell, a high-profile Washington attorney, to fight his case. His legal battle soon uncovered egregious cases of prosecutorial misconduct, including handwritten notes in which the FBI agents who questioned

him wrote down their intent to frame him for a crime he did not commit. It later emerged that Flynn only agreed to plead guilty after prosecutors threatened to imprison his son, an illegal tactic that was hidden from the judge. The prosecutorial abuse and lack of an underlying crime led the Department of Justice to drop the charges against Flynn last year. In a move many call unprecedented, Emmet Sullivan, the presiding judge, refused to dismiss the case and even appointed another judge to argue why Flynn should be prosecuted for perjury. Sullivan’s irregular behavior led Powell to appeal to a higher appellate court, which ruled that the judge must dismiss the case. Sullivan dragged his feet, leading Trump to get frustrated and pardon Flynn despite the latter requesting that he be given a chance to prove his innocence. “The President has pardoned General Flynn because he should never have been prosecuted,” said White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany. “An independent review of General Flynn’s case by the Department of Justice – conducted by respected career professionals – supports this conclusion. “In fact, the Department of Justice has firmly concluded that the charges against General Flynn should be dropped. This Full Pardon achieves that objective, finally bringing to an end the relentless, partisan pursuit of an innocent man.” Trump’s pardon absolves Flynn of “any and all possible offenses” arising from Mueller’s investigation, as well as any related grand jury proceedings. The clemency grant uses sweeping language, immunizing Flynn from charges based on “facts and circumstances, known to, identified by, or in any manner related to the investigation of the Special Counsel.”

Biden Sprains Foot While playing with his dog, Major, Joe Biden “sustained a sprain in his right foot,” according to his office. Biden saw a doctor for his injury. A subsequent CT scan “confirmed hairline (small) fractures of President-elect Biden’s lateral and intermediate cuneiform bones, which are in the mid-foot,” according to a statement from his doctor, Kevin O’Connor. “It is anticipated that he

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Americans have less spare cash in their pockets amid double digit unemployment. The current coronavirus wave rocking the United States also contributed, as shoppers were loath to stand in lines in close proximity to other people.

data showing 21.5% growth in the U.S. to hit $5.1 billion. That record was summarily shattered a day later, as online shopping skyrocketed to $9 billion. “From the data we’re tracking, instead of just a Big Bang on Black Friday weekend, we’re seeing what’s becoming more of a Cyber Month,” Andy Mantis from 1010data. “It kicked off with Prime Day in October and is continuing.”

Cyber Month America’s national shopping holiday was the latest casualty of the Covid-19 pandemic as a bad economy and the need for social distancing caused Black Friday sales to plummet last weekend. According to data from Sensormatic Solutions, foot traffic at malls and shopping sales across America plunged by 52.1% from 2019. The dismal figures are only the beginning of what is likely to become the worst year in half a century for retail, as Sensormatic predicts that traffic during the holiday season will fall by 25% overall. Shopping experts had estimated that retailers would take a hit, as

“We knew Black Friday [traffic] was going to be down, we just didn’t know how much it was going to be down,” said Brian Feld, a data scientist at Sensormatic Solutions. “Shoppers are spreading out their shopping throughout the holiday season because of concerns about social distancing and the pandemic.” With the plunge in shopping at brick and mortar stores came a surge in online sales, as shoppers showed that they prefer to do their holiday shopping from the comfort of their own homes. Thanksgiving saw online sales hit a new all-time record, with

Mink Farm Outbreak

An Oregon mink farm has reported an outbreak of Covid-19 among animals and workers. Outbreaks in farmed mink have been reported in several U.S. states and countries. Earlier this month, Denmark announced it would kill all 17 million of the mink raised there after confirmation that 12 people had been infected with a mutated strain of Covid-19 that had spread from mink to humans. That strain has not been found elsewhere. Oregon has the nation’s fourth-largest farmed mink industry, after Wisconsin, Utah and Michigan. All three of those other states have had outbreaks on mink farms. In Wisconsin, about 3,400 farmed mink have died over the past month after contracting the virus. And in Utah, about 10,000 mink have died since August. In addition to Denmark and the United States, Covid-19 infections have been reported in farmed mink in the Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, and Italy and Greece, according to the World Health Organization. All of the mink in the Oregon outbreak appear to have recovered. It is suspected that the animals caught the virus from infected workers.

CITGO 6 Found Guilty Six U.S. oil executives who traveled to Venezuela in 2017 and were arrested by the Venezuelan govern-

ment on corruption charges have been found guilty.

CITGO employees Tomeu Vadell, Gustavo Cardenas, Jorge Toledo, Alirio Jose Zambrano, Jose Luis Zambrano and Jose Angel Pereira were sentenced to between 8 and 13 years behind bars. The guilty verdicts punctuate a years-long saga that began in November 2017 when the men received a call from the head of Venezuelan oil giant PDVSA summoning them to Caracas for a last-minute budget meeting. When they arrived, armed and masked security agents arrested them on embezzlement charges stemming from a never-executed proposal to refinance some $4 billion in CITGO bonds by offering a 50% stake in the company as collateral. CITGO said it is “distressed to read about this outcome” this week and “hope for a resolution that will lead to their prompt release.” Despite the sentencing, there are still efforts to get the men released. The families of the “CITGO 6” – five of them American citizens and all with deep roots in Texas and Louisiana – say the men are being held in inhumane conditions, sharing overcrowded basement cells in a military counterintelligence prison, and are suffering severe weight loss in a country plagued by food shortages. Their case has largely been out of the headlines, as Venezuela has descended further into turmoil, and relations between the South American country and the U.S. have been torn apart by the Trump administration’s strong backing for opposition leader Juan Guaidó in his battle to oust Nicolas Maduro. Two of the men – Cárdenas and Toledo – were released on house arrest in July after a humanitarian visit to Caracas by former New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson and a team of non-government negotiators. In a statement earlier this month, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo called for the men’s “unconditional release” and return to the United States. “These six Americans and their families have suffered long enough; it is time for Maduro to put politics

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aside and let these families be reunited,” he said. “No one should doubt the president’s commitment to bringing home all U.S. citizens held hostage or wrongfully detained overseas.”

GOP Win in CA

Former GOP Congressman David Valadao edged out incumbent Rep. T.J. Cox last week, winning California’s 21st district and reclaiming the seat he lost two years ago. Valadao won on a razor-thin margin of only 862 votes in what is the 11th congressional seat the GOP picked up in this election cycle. Valadao had previously been elected three straight times before being ousted by Cox during the Democratic Party’s “Blue Wave” in 2018. “This Thanksgiving, as the coronavirus continues to spread and our

community and nation struggle, we desperately need relief,” said Valadao after declaring victory last Wednesday – even before the AP called the race. “The only way we will get through this is by sticking together as Americans, not divided by political parties. “When I head back to Washington, every resident of the Central Valley has my word that I will continue to always put this community first.” Born to a family of dairy farmers, Valadao frequently used his agricultural background to appeal to voters in California’s rural Central Valley. Throughout the race, Valadao lambasted Cox as a representative of what he said was the Democratic Party’s extremist agenda and vowed to support a Covid-19 relief bill that would help farmers. Cox’s reelection campaign was also hurt by revelations that the lawmaker owed $145,000 in federal taxes and $58,000 to three former employees. With 74% of Valley identifying as Hispanic, Valadao’s victory marks one of the few Latino districts won by the GOP. The victory joins other gains the GOP racked up across the

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Zappos CEO Dies at 46

Tony Hsieh, an entrepreneur and motivational speaker who catapulted Zappos into a global shoes giant, died at the age of 46 last week. Hsieh’s death was the result of a house fire at his brother’s Connecticut home over Thanksgiving. Police and fire marshals have opened an investigation into the incident. Fire Chief Thomas Curcio told reporters that rescue forces were summoned after receiving reports of smoke billowing from the residence at 3:30 a.m. He added that firefighters evacuated three people to the hospital after forcing their way inside. Hsieh’s sudden death came only three months after the businessman retired after 20 years leading online shoe retailer Zappos. “The world has lost a tremendous visionary and an incredible human being,” said Zappos CEO Kedar Deshpande. “We recognize that not only have we lost our inspiring former leader, but many of you have also lost a mentor and a friend.” Born in California, Hsieh showed an interest in business while still a child and sold the first company he founded to Microsoft at the age of 24 for $265 million. He then plunged the proceeds into a venture capital firm he started and invested large sums of

money into ShoSite.com, a shoe distribution started in 1999. ShoeSite.com soon changed its name to Zappos, and Hsieh took over as CEO, catapulting the unknown retailer into a multinational company that changed how people shop for footwear. Putting an emphasis on customer service and efficiency, Hsieh built up Zappos into a juggernaut that was sold to Amazon for $1 billion in 2009. Hsieh stayed on as CEO after the sale, saying at the time that “we think of Amazon as a giant consulting company that we can hire if we want.” He retired from Zappos this past August, capping off two decades at the company. Hsieh also became an internationally-recognized motivational speaker, with his 2010 book Delivering Happiness holding the #1 spot on the New York Times Best Seller List for 27 consecutive weeks. Apart from his business success, Hsieh worked to revitalize Las Vegas as part of his vision of turning the then-desolate and run-down desert city into the new Silicon Valley. The visionary moved Zappos to Las Vegas in 2014 and founded the Downtown Project (DTP) that invested in startups that pledged to move their headquarters to the gambling capital of the world. Throughout the years, Hsieh invested as much as $350 million of his own money in various initiatives to turn Las Vegas into a global tech hub.

Carter Page Sues for $75M

Carter Page, a former senior Trump Administration advisor, filed a $75 million lawsuit against the FBI and the Department of Justice (DOJ) for engaging in “illegal surveillance” into him related to the Russia collusion probe. The lawsuit accuses a slew of former high-ranking FBI officials, including former Director James Comey, former Deputy Director Andrew McCabe, and Pete Strzok, of

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violating Page’s “constitutional and other legal rights in connection with unlawful surveillance and investigation of him by the United States Government.” Page had been one of the first Trump administration officials to be put under surveillance by the FBI as part of “Crossfire Hurricane,” a probe of the campaign’s ties with Russian intelligence. The other figures included in the witch-hunt were all later convicted of unrelated federal crimes, including Michael Flynn, Paul Manafort, and George Papadopoulos. In the lawsuit, the energy executive and foreign policy expert accuses the FBI of willfully misleading the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court (FISA) when asking for a warrant to wiretap his phone calls. At the time, agents justified the request by pointing to allegations in the now-debunked dossier compiled by English spy Christopher Steele that Page was in contact with Russia intelligence officers during the presidential election. Page also demanded monetary compensation for what he said was the economic, emotional, and professional damage he suffered from the

illegitimate probe. The lawsuit comes after DOJ Inspector General Michael Horowitz found in a 2019 report that the FBI was guilty of numerous professional and ethical mistakes in its probe of Page, including failing to notify the court that he had been a CIA asset in the past. “This case is about holding accountable the entities and individuals who are responsible for the most egregious violation and abuse of the [Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act] FISA statute since it was enacted over forty years ago,” read the court filing. “Since not a single proven fact ever established complicity with Russia involving Dr. Page, there never was probable cause to seek or obtain the FISA Warrants targeting him on this basis,” it added. “The facts of this case…have been relatively well-briefed,” said Page attorney Tim Parlatore, in an interview with Fox News on Saturday. “Between the Horowitz report and various congressional [investigations] on this subject, there are no bombshell revelations in this lawsuit other than Page is seeking to be made whole from the individuals who have completely destroyed his life.”

Word of the Year

According to Merriam-Webster, we’ve all had the same thing on our minds in 2020. The online dictionary source annually chooses a word of the year. This year’s most popular word? Pandemic. Yup, that’s hardly a surprise. “That probably isn’t a big shock,” Peter Sokolowski, editor at large for Merriam-Webster, admitted. “Often the big news story has a technical word that’s associated with it, and in this case, the word pandemic is not just technical but has become general. It’s probably the word by which we’ll refer to this period in the future,” he added. On March 11, when the World Health Organization declared the coronavirus outbreak a global pandemic, lookups on the Merriam-Webster site for “pandemic” spiked hugely – 115,806% (not a typo!) higher than on the same date the year before. Site interest for the word has remained significantly high through the year. Pandemic, with roots in Latin and Greek, is a combination of “pan,” for all, and “demos,” for people or population. The word pandemic dates to the mid-1600s. Merriam-Webster had to add certain words to its dictionary because of the pandemic. For example, while “coronavirus” had been in the dictionary for decades, “COVID-19” was coined in February. Thirty-four days later, Merriam-Webster had it up online, along with a couple dozen other entries that were revised to reflect the health emergency. “That’s the shortest period of time we’ve ever seen a word go from coinage to entry,” Sokolowski noted. “The word had this urgency.” Coronavirus was among runners up for word of the year as it jumped into the mainstream. Quarantine, asymptomatic, mamba (related to the death of Kobe Bryant, called the Black Mamba), kraken (a mythical sea monster chosen by Seattle’s new National Hockey League as its mas-

cot), defund, antebellum, irregardless, icon, schadenfreude, and malarkey (made popular by Joe Biden, who seems to love the word) were also runners-up based on lookup spikes around specific events. For those who love to hear about the origin of words, “quarantine” has Italian roots. It was used during the Black Death of the 1300s for the period of time a new ship coming into port would have to wait outside a city to prevent disease. The “quar” in quarantine derives from 40, for the 40 days the ship was required to wait.

Rock Return

A piece of marble taken from the National Roman Museum in 2017 was returned this week with a note in which the thief admitted her wrongdoing. The museum posted an image of the package along with the note sent with the stolen object. “To whom it may concern: “I would like to return this rock to its rightful place – anywhere within the Roman ruins – and I would greatly appreciate your assistance! “Please forgive me for being such an American [idiot] and taking something that was not mine to take. I feel terribly for not only taking this item from its rightful place, but placing writing on it as well. That was extremely wrong of me, and I now realize in my later adult life how inconsiderate and disrespectful that was. I have attempted many hours of scrubbing and cleaning to remove, but to no success. “Please forgive me!” The piece had scrawled with words “To Sam, Love Jess” on the marble indelible ink.

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Recipe Rewards

Attention all cooks in the kitchen: this one is for you. A kitchen supply company recently announced it is seeking a “Cookie Connoisseur” who will be paid $5,000 to create unique cookie recipes with “wacky” ingredients. Reynolds Kitchens said the Cookie Connoisseur will be tapped to author five cookie recipes to be featured in the brand’s 21-day Cookie Countdown to 2021. Bakers interested in the position, which comes with a $5,000 paycheck, are being asked to submit a cookie recipe that includes “an unexpected or wacky ingredient” to the company by December 8. “The holidays may be filled with some uncertainty this year, but bak-

ing cookies always brings joy,” said Lisa Smith, senior vice president of marketing for Reynolds Brands. “We’re looking for a fun-loving baker to help us end this challenging year on a sweet note with a creative cookie countdown.” Anyone interested in coming up with a kishke cookie recipe?

Polar Promotion

Our neighbor to the north is handing out prestigious positions to those who are barely human. The Canadian Army celebrated the fifth birthday of a beloved polar bear at the Toronto Zoo by giving the animal a promotion to honorary master corporal. The zoo said that Brig. Gen.

Conrad Mialkowski, commander of 4th Canadian Division and Joint Task Force Central, visited the zoo to bestow Juno the polar bear with the rank of honorary master corporal. Juno was born on Remembrance Day, the Canadian holiday for honoring armed forces members who died in the line of duty, and was named in honor of the Canadian landings on Juno Beach in World War II. The bear was previously dubbed an honorary private by the army, before later being promoted to honorary corporal. The animal could bear-ly stand the excitement when it heard of the promotion. In honor of Juno’s newest position, we present to you a joke that may or may not make you groan: Two scientists, one from the Czech Republic and one from Austria, traveled to America to study the legendary grizzly bear. When they failed to return from their first trip into the woods, two park rangers went looking for them and quickly tracked down a male and a female bear who’d been by the scientists’ campsite. Their apprehension was proven justified when they tranquilized the

female grizzly and found the remains of the Austrian. The first park ranger said sadly, “You know what this means…” “Yup,” the second ranger said. “The Czech is in the male.”

The Big Cheese

A French chef shredded the competition and captured a Guinness World Record by cooking up a pizza that contains 254 varieties of cheese. Benoit Bruel of Déliss’ Pizza combined a mouth-dropping 254 cheeses to top a pizza cooked up in the city of Lyon. Bruel unofficially broke the existing record for varieties of cheese on a pizza way back in February, besting Australian chef Johnny Di Fran-

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Ever step out of bed in middle of the night, only to step on one of your child’s lost Legos? Ow! Yup, we hear your pain. This week, a group of intrepid women broke a Guinness World Record when they collectively walked 2.04 miles barefoot over a pile of Lego bricks. Katie Wells, founder and CEO of lifestyle website Wellness Mama, gathered friends Ashley, Savanna, Grace and Cat to break the record for farthest distance traveled by walking barefoot on Lego bricks by a relay team in 1 hour. Each woman had to complete a minimum 20 laps on the 32.8-foot track in the one-hour time limit to break the record. The five Floridian women exceeded their own expectations by achieving a total distance of 2.04 miles on the track. The Lego track was created at a gym in Santa Rosa Beach, Fla. “One of my goals for this year was to set a world record, and knowing the importance of community, I knew I wanted to attempt it with other moms,” Wells said. “How many of us [moms] have had the experience of a Lego to the foot

while walking across a room in the middle of the night to get a fussy baby, or while running across the house to answer the door or check the oven?” Wells noted. We hear you. We’re all getting to be pretty professional at walking on Legos – or avoiding them.

Monkey Music

Paul Barton doesn’t mind if his audience jumps all over him while he plays the piano. The British musician is on tour in central Thailand, and his audience is made up of hungry, wild monkeys. Barton is attempting to use his music to calm the creatures, whom he says are wilder than usual due to a decrease in tourists who usually feed them. “We need to make an effort to make sure that they eat properly. And when they eat properly, they will be calmer and will not be aggressive,” said Barton, 59, a long-time Thailand resident. Barton has played at four venues in Lopburi, a province famous for its marauding monkeys, including at an ancient Hindu temple, a hardware store, and a derelict cinema. The macaques are instantly drawn to him as he plays “Greensleeves” and Beethoven’s “Fur Elise.” They jump on his stool, climb on his shoulders, and touch his head. Others chew on his music sheets or run up and down the piano keys. “A wonderful opportunity to see the wild animals just being themselves,” said Barton, from Yorkshire in northern England. “I was surprised to play the piano and find that they were actually eating the music as I was playing it. I wasn’t going to let those things distract from the project, which is to play the music for these wonderful macaques.” Barton is not new at playing for four-legged audiences. For more than a decade, he serenaded elephants at retirement sanctuaries. Sounds like he’s not monkeying around.

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YOSS Celebrates Haschalas Gemara

his past week, the fifth grade at Yeshiva of South Shore celebrated the momentous occasion of Haschalas Gemara. Due to health and safety concerns there were three

separate chagigas held this year, one for each fifth grade class. There was a powerful Kol Torah heard in the Beis Medrash from the fathers learning with their sons! Although the event was with all safety precautions – socially distant and masked, without a sit-down breakfast – the learning and divrei bracha v’chizuk certainly brought everyone a true appreciation of how lucky we are, to learn Gemara! The inspiration was palpable both in the room, and on the livestream for those who chose to “attend” via Zoom. The Rosh Yeshiva Rav Mordechai Kamenetzky addressed the assembled, as well as each class rebbi and the menahalim of the elementary and Mechina divisions, Rabbi Avraham Robinson and Rabbi Zev Davidowitz. A talmid from each class addressed the crowd as well. A highlight of the morning was the amazing

performance by each class of Abie Rotenberg’s “Lulei Sorascha.” Headed and directed by Rabbi Shlomo Drebin on keyboard, with guitar accompaniment by Rabbi Natan Wolf, the boys sang in unison with tremendous feeling, ushering in this new exciting era in their lives with a beautiful niggun. The moving words and music reverberated through the hearts of everyone present. The chagigah concluded with the presentation to each talmid of personalized shtenders and one lucky winner per class of a beautiful set of Shas. Every guest took home a beautiful breakfast package prepared by the PTA. There is no doubt that this year’s Haschalas Gemara Chagigos will be indelibly etched in the memories and hearts of each boy and even all the adults present. May each boy continue to bring nachas to his family and the entire community!

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Giving Thanks

n Thanksgiving morning, Young Israel of Oceanside community members, along with Rabbi Jonathan Muskat, had the great ability to show thanks to some of the individuals who put their lives on the line for us every day and for those who are spending their Thanksgiving not with their family but rather working to make sure we are all safe. Delivering brunch, drinks, and snacks to the Foxhurst Avenue Firehouse and meeting with Nurse Jozelle of Mt. Sinai this morning was a great way to start out the day! Thank you so much for all those that came out and all those who sponsored this special day of giving thanks.

“Showing Off Shevach”

hevach High School, the Bais Yaakov High School of Queens, held its open house on Sunday evening, November 29. Although it had to be held virtually due to Covid-19 restrictions, it was creative, exciting, and even interactive. Excitement for the open house began when every prospective student received a “special delivery” gift personally delivered to her home on the day of the open house. Every eighth grader who had registered for the open house was visited by a Shevach High School student who presented her with a lovely, reusable Shevach bag. The chic bag contained a Shevach Guide, a Shevach Chesed themed cup, and elegant snacks imprinted with the Shevach logo, for all to enjoy as one tuned into the open house. Rebbetzin Rochelle Hirtz, principal of Shevach High School, opened the program with words of inspiration. She offered the girls a peek into what makes Shevach High School the beloved school that it is. In her words, “As Shevach is considered a home away from home, one of the most important feelings to convey to the girls is a sense of security.”

Rebbetzin Hirtz clearly portrayed that “Shevach sees every girl as an individual, allowing each and every one to reach her potential. Shevach fosters a connection of warmth and sincerity, which in turn leads each girl to strive for and experience simchas hachaim. Achieving this atmosphere is of paramount importance and is the goal of the entire staff.” An exciting game was then played, virtually, of course. Under the backdrop of a game show named “Showing Off Shevach,” a student panel comprised of present Shevach ninth through twelfth grade students took over. Hosted by Shevach alumna Ms. Perel Schwartz, interesting questions about Shevach were posed by Shevach student Chana Tova Kasirer, to four contestants at a time. The goal was to give prospective students a feel for the school and at the same time to be informative. The panelist eagerly gave over their personal experiences in Shevach High School. When they were asked what they enjoyed the most in the realm of academics, they all answered different versions of the same idea: “The learning is not just

facts, but life lessons that apply to you your entire life.” When asked about the Kevutza system, they unequivocally expressed how they love it. In the words of Shevach junior Miriam Shira Chanales, “Kevutza makes the school homey. I always love getting to know the girls in my kevutza who are in a different grade, and I do my best to help the ninth graders adjust.” Ms. Schwartz confirmed how she is now going to her good friends’ weddings, not even thinking that they were not classmates, but rather “kevutzamates.” The panelists spoke of specifics relating to academics, as well as the extracurricular program and the social fabric of the school. When the girls were asked if they were happy with their choice of the school they attend, all answered in a unanimous voice: Definitely! Shevach senior Neshama Fedowitz added, “Where else do you get the surprise in between finals of being called down to the multi-purpose room for the fun activity of making stress balls?” When Shevach freshman Shaindy Goldman, who drives an hour each day to come to Shevach, was asked if it was

worth getting up so early each morning, the answer was a resounding, “Yes! I am excited to come to Shevach every day.” The “game show” consisted of three segments. The first two segments were interspersed with a video of Shevach staff members describing details of Shevach’s curriculum, and the next two segments with a video depicting “A Day at Shevach,” highlighting the many fun-filled extracurricular activities. Kudos to the Shevach student panelists: Nechama Diamanstein, Shaindy Goldman, Chana Tova Kasirer, Adina Rohr, Orit Beylus, Malka Neuman, Tehila Sirote, Miriam Shira Chanales, Tova Ribowsky, Sara Malka Weinberg, Neshama Fedowitz, Daniella Haim, Shana Rowe, and Shevach alumna Perel Schwartz, who outperformed themselves! All in all, the open house was informative, exciting and entertaining, while simultaneously answering many of the questions facing young ladies, and their parents, today as they take this next important step in their education and in their lives. Hatzlacha to them all!

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Rav Aharon Schechter with Rabbi Moshe Bamberger, author of Great Jewish Journeys

Yeshiva Darchei Torah third grade talmidim utilizing the new STEM laboratories on the yeshiva campus as they study the properties of air – with the help of paper helicopters. The new labs were built with the help of the Center for Initiatives in Jewish Education (CIJE).

Learning Through Art

Talmidim of Rav Aaron Wahl’s fifth grade class in Yeshiva Darchei Torah not only learned Parshas Vayeitzei, they lived it. Their rebbi brought in a large “boulder,” a stand-in for the stone that Yaakov Avinu removed from the mouth of the well as the shepherds looked on.

A Virtual Breakfast

TA freshman families had a great time getting to know each other at the yeshiva’s virtual Freshman Family Breakfast on Sunday, November 22. The MTA community includes families from communities across the tri-state area and the U.S., and this event is the perfect way for both parents and talmidim to get to know each other over ice-breaker activities and a competitive game of panoply. It is one of many events hosted by MTA throughout the year for

families to spend time with each other as well as with their sons and rebbeim and is part of the enhanced Freshman Family Experience. MTA coordinates a variety of initiatives enabling freshman families to feel a sense of belonging from the moment they join the MTA community, including the Cub2Lion Parent Peer Program, which pairs current families with incoming freshman families and transfer families to help them feel comfortable right from the start.

rt therapy at IVDU LI is run by Morah Alyssa Axelrod, a super engaging art therapist, who draws every student into her sessions with warmth and creativity. Different mediums are used at each session as students work either individually or in a small peer group to express themselves through art. With Chaunkah in the air, stu-

dents created their own menorah art selecting colors and materials that were of interest to them, learning how to share space with a peer and creating social moments naturally. Art therapy sessions are a wonderful hybrid of student-led and therapist-facilitated actions, maximizing the therapeutic effect in a most supportive way.

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highlight of Rambam Mesivta’s Kodesh program has always been its featured guest rebbeim who have come to Rambam to speak to the talmidim from both near and far. Rabbi Michael Rosensweig, Rosh Yeshiva of YU, Rav Hershel Schachter, Rosh Yeshiva of YU, Rav Eliezer Sheinvald, Rosh HaYeshiva of Modi’in, Rabbi Eliyahu Soloveichik, Maggid Shiur at Landers College, and Rabbi Steven Weil, former Senior Managing Director of the Orthodox Union and newly appointed CEO of FIDF, are just a few of the many erudite and engaging speakers who have shared their Torah with the talmidim of Rambam Mesivta. In a time of COVID, however, last year, Rambam talmidim invited rabbanim from all over the world via Zoom to discuss Torah and Chinuch in an engaging and interactive “Meet The Rabbi Interview” format. That program, born of necessity, continues this year as a way of bringing even more Torah and guiding lights of chinuch and chessed into the lives of Rambam talmidim through Zoom. The program began this year with noted author and halachic medical expert, Rabbi Dr. David Shabtai. His book, “Defining the Moment: Understanding Brain Death in Halakhah,” has become a key source on the subject. Rabbi Dr. Shabtai discussed

some of his role as the rabbi of the Sephardic Minyan at the Boca Raton Synagogue and fielded questions from the talmidim. One talmid asked about the halachos regarding vaccines. Another asked his opinion regarding the safety of a potential Covid vaccine, while another focused on the ethics involved in mask mandates. Rambam Rebbe Rabbi Ephraim Meth conducted the interview and interwove questions from the audience with his own. The following week, Rambam Mesivta Rabbinical Fellow, Zachary Beer, had on Rabbi Ethan Katz, the Director of NCSY’s Relief Mission’s Department. Rabbi Katz spoke about the significance of responding to natural disasters and the kiddush Hashem involved in going out, getting one’s hands dirty, and helping people rebuild their lives. From Houston to New Orleans, to all over the world, Rabbi Katz shared inspirational stories about the impact people can have by being there for people when they are at their lowest. Next up for the Meet The Rabbi Interview program is Rabbi Noah Cheses, the rav of the Young Israel of Sharon, Massachusetts, who will be sharing with the talmidim his views on the major hashkafic issues of the time, the role of the local shul in a time of Covid, and the triumphs and challenges of being a pulpit rabbi.

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Pesach Osina Launches Bid for City Council

Pesach Osina, center, with community members and Rabbi Eytan Feiner at the police precinct

his week, Pesach Osina of the Far Rockaway community launched his bid for City Council. This past Tuesday, December, 1, the NYC Board of Elections certified Donovan Richards as the next Queens Borough President. Within three days of a vacancy, the mayor proclaims a special election date and the ballot petitioning process begins. The special election for this council seat must be held on the first Tuesday of at least 80 days after the seat has

been vacated. Petitions must be submitted to the New York City Board of Elections (City BOE) within 12 days of the mayor’s proclamation. Pesach has been serving our community for over two decades. Pesach’s leadership during Superstorm Sandy saved lives and prevented damage to parts of the district. Leading up to the storm, Pesach was in constant contact with officials doing everything possible to prepare the community. During the storm, Pesach worked around the clock coor-

Pesach with NYS Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato handing out PPE to residents

dinating aid and relief to vulnerable families. More recently following the attacks in Jersey City, Pesach immediately set up visits with the NYPD to all our community’s shuls, yeshivos, and schools to ensure the safety of our children. Pesach has been on the forefront of providing aid, food and face masks to community members since the beginning of COVID pandemic and will continue to fight for the needs of our community. According to Mr. Richard Altabe,

“Pesach has dedicated his life to helping all citizens in the Rockaways and is the public servant we need at City Hall right now.” “I have known Pesach Osina since 2008 when together we participated in historical initiatives in the Rockaways to prepare our communities for disasters. His experience and the work that he has done for our communities over these years makes him the right person at the right time for the right reasons,” Dr. Edward Williams said.

R' Chaim Veshnefsky presenting Yesodai Hoda'as to the entire Mesivta of Yeshiva Nishmas Hatorah

R’ Mordechai Stern, shlita, giving shiur to the Nishmas Hatorah Kollel

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An Attitude of Gratitude

t Shulamith ECC, we use Thanksgiving as a perfect springboard to teach about the mitzvah of hakarat hatov. We truly have so much to be thankful for in our lives. We thank Hashem for our health and our families. We are thankful that we can continue to come to school in person and give children the opportunity to learn and grow together with their friends and dedicated morot. We took this opportunity to ask the children what they are thankful for. They had numerous endearing responses. They were thankful for their families and toys, for time spent doing special things with parents and for their favorite foods. The children thought about how to represent their ideas and then acted them out. Photos of the results provided illustrations for Thankfulness books that the children read over and over again. The children also thought about people who help them in school. They thought about all of the help given to them by our kind security guard who takes their temperature each morning and works so hard to keep them safe. They thought about our cleaning staff

who keep the school sparkling clean and help to set up the sneeze guards they use at each meal. They thought about Deena who works at the front desk who always greets them with a smile and helps them whenever they forget their lunch or need a Band-Aid. The children realized that they want to do more than just say thank you to all of these people who help them so much. They decided to create personalized cards that enumerate all of the reasons they are grateful. They also prepared a delicious treat to accompany the cards. The children were excited and proud to present their handiwork along with a big thank you. Above all, the children thanked Hashem for all of the bounty he has given us, even amidst a pandemic. As the children sing (to the tune of “Doe A Deer”) “Every day I love to say, Thanks Hashem for all you’ve done. You’ve given me my family, and good times and lots of fun. So, I give my thanks to You, for every single thing You do. My thoughts will always be true, to Hakadosh Baruch Hu.”

16 Years of Torah Miles Success

he Torah Miles Program at YOSS started 16 years ago. The program focuses on

three areas: A) Bachurei Chemed – students earn miles for being held in high esteem for their tremendous

middos tovos; B) Vacation Learning – students earn miles for any learning that takes place during vacation;

and C) Parsha Pro – students earn miles for doing well on the weekly parsha test which focuses on the yedios klalios of the parsha. Since the beginning of the school year, YOSS students have been earning hundreds, even thousands, of miles in anticipation of the Chinese Auction. This year’s Chinese Auction had a Shas added to the list of amazing prizes, making this year’s auction the best auction yet. Can’t wait to find out whose names will be called! Special thanks to Rabbi Greenberg for spearheading the program and to his entire sixth grade class for setting up and running the Chinese auction.

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HALB PTA gave out soup to the staff for Thanksgiving last week

Hakaras Hatov at HANC

n the eve of Thanksgiving, the children and students in HANC’s Samuel and Elizabeth Bass Golding Elementary School in West Hempstead paid a special tribute to some hard-working members of the staff. From early in the morning until late at night, the custodial staff labors tirelessly to keep the building clean, to bring needed supplies and equipment to the classrooms, and attend to so many details that help the school run smoothly. In addition to their usual responsibilities, Covid-19 has necessitated continuous cleansing and sanitizing that not only helps keep the building clean but helps to ensure the continued good health of everyone in the school building. In order to recognize and thank the custodians, each class was asked to design a tribute to the maintenance people that would express our

thankfulness to this team of helpers. During the week leading up to Thanksgiving, teachers inspired their students to create touching and meaningful tributes that expressed their gratitude for all of the hard work that goes on behind the scenes. The first grade classes decorated a bulletin board outside the custodial department’s office with the word “Gracias,” each letter containing the names of the first graders and their expressions of thankfulness. The third graders wrote their messages of thanks on a piece of construction paper that was then connected to a chain. The fourth grade students designed a bulletin board, with a message from each student displayed for all to see. The sixth graders decorated a huge banner with sparkling stars, each one expressing why they are thankful for the help of the custodial staff.

On Wednesday afternoon, the fourth through sixth grade students assembled outside and sat in a huge circle, each cohort masked and sitting socially distant from each other. Rabbi Michael Merrill, assistant principal Judaic Studies, addressed the crowd, remarking, “The custodians are among the hardest working people in the building. Let’s show them the respect and gratitude they deserve now by applauding when they come out. But more than that, let’s show it to them going forward by helping to make their job easier...” At that moment, Santiago, Alicia and Anderson were called out to the backyard for this special tribute. When they arrived, everyone began to clap, and then each class presented their signs and chains of thanks. Rabbi Merrill expressed communal gratitude for all they do around the school and reinforced the important

role they play in keeping the HANC family safe. At the conclusion of the ceremony, each member of the custodial staff was presented with a heartfelt note and gift that came from all of the members of the administration, faculty and staff. Watching from their classroom windows, Morah Rebecca Weiss’ Kindergarten students joined in the applause. One child, Darren Lowy, had a big smile on his face and he looked up at his morah and said, “That’s a mitzvah!” Yes, Darren, it was a beautiful expression of hakarat hatov for HANC family members who work so hard and do so much to help us. It was a meaningful moment for everyone and served as a reminder of the importance of expressing thanks to everyone who helps us.

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clean and safe. Delicious hot cocoa and other treats were supplied each day by turkey-themed dressed up SKA Student Council members. An incredibly inspiring talk on Zoom by Rabbi Lavi Greenspan, who lost his sight ten years ago after surviving a benign brain tumor, made the short week at SKA a very special one.

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History came alive last week at HALB’s Lev Chana

Mr. Roseman’s eighth graders at Yeshiva of South Shore combined their lessons on pressure and aerodynamics to launch the rockets that they designed and built

Touchdowns on “Cross River Field”

eshiva of South Shore is not only constantly upgrading the learning experience for their talmidim but also the entire day – including recess! Thanks to a generous grant from Cross River Bank, and contributions from devoted parents and friends, Yeshiva of South Shore is proud to introduce “Cross River Field” – a state-of-the-art artificial turf football field for their students. Talmidim are immensely enjoying the new

field, which offers them a greatly upgraded playing experience during recess. The 100x60-foot field is strategically located on the far end of the other playing fields, and offers a NFL-like playing experience, complete with a 50 yard line and real endzones, and with the look and feel of a professional football field. The boys could not contain their excitement and passion for football as they dug their sneakers into the turf,

completed passes, handed the ball off, and scored touchdowns! “We are constantly looking for ways to make sure that our boys enjoy yeshiva, and we are confident that this will be one of them,” said Rabbi Shmuel Kamenetzky, Director of Advancement. “We are excited that this project has come to fruition, and we welcome this major upgrade to the YOSS campus.” The field comes as a major campus upgrade to the YOSS campus,

in addition to another new playing field which YOSS recently paved on the footprint of a recently purchased house next door. Talmidim of Yeshiva of South Shore will surely enjoy playing on the new fields, and their rabbeim and teachers are confident that these added outlets will allow them to come to class refreshed and invigorated…and ready to tackle their learning!

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Eight Nights of Palate Training By Gabriel Geller Royal Wine/Kedem

eople often ask me how they can develop a better appreciation for wine and how I can describe wines in such a variety of aromas and flavors. My answer is always the same, and it is simple: taste as many wines as you can and as often as possible. Like most things in life, when one practices and repeats the art of wine tasting, paying attention to what a wine looks, smells, and tastes like, one slowly and progressively becomes better at discerning the nuances that vary between each wine. Being a wine industry professional, I have to taste a lot of wine all the time. There are always new wines coming to the market, but also new vintages, each slightly different from the next. While I usually taste several wines a week, the lack of social events over the past eight months had me taste a different wine almost daily. I realize this is not a possibility for most people, though. However, Chanukah is coming, and it’s a wonderful opportunity (and excuse!) to try perhaps a new wine every night while contemplating the menorah. The events of the past several months have all reminded us again how Hashem and only Hashem is in charge. Most life matters are not in our control, except for the personal and communal choices that we make. Like the Maccabim 2,000 years ago and Am Yisrael throughout history, we need to pray for miracles for our-

selves and for the world. The Torah guides every action that we do from the moment we wake up in the morning and fall asleep at night. The production and consumption of kosher wine are no exception. Tasting wine professionally also allows for better acknowledgment and gratitude to G-d for His infinite kindness. When one takes the time to look at the appearance of wine in the glass, to the aroma, texture, and taste of wine, one can see how Hashem has thoughtfully created a world designed down to the tiniest details and how beautiful it is. That is true, of course, with everything else. When we are thirsty and drink a glass of water, isn’t it amazing how we immediately feel refreshed? Making the bracha before and after is a formal way of recognizing this chessed. The bracha on wine,

topped with kiddush on Shabbos and yom tov, should also remind us to appreciate and acknowledge all the good that Hashem does for us. Unlike water, wine is a far more complex beverage. Each grape variety, where it was grown and when it was harvested, yields a wine with its subtleties and nuances. Moreover, those nuances change, evolve, as the wine ages in the bottle. A robust Cabernet Sauvignon from Paso Robles in California, such as the Weinstock Cellar Select 2018, will have a more fruit-forward profile than a more restrained, tannic and earthy Cabernet Sauvignon-based blend from Bordeaux such as Pavillon de Léoville Poyferré Saint Julien 2018. Take, for instance, the Herzog Special Reserve Albariño 2018 from Edna Valley in California and compare it with

the Ramon Cardova Albariño 2018 from Rías Baixas in Spain. The first is rounder with apple and stone fruit notes. The second is more acidic and mineral, with iodine notes (think of the last time you walked along the sea or the ocean) and aromas of lime and fresh herbs. The Segal Syrah Whole Cluster 2018 is a brand-new wine from Israel, produced with an ancient method keeping the grape clusters whole for the fermentation process. The result is a wine that is not overly fruity and shows lots of character and elegance – it is not an “in-your-face” wine. Razi’el is a new Israeli winery owned and operated by the same Ben Zaken family from Domaine du Castel winery. Their first release is a Syrah-Carignan blend 2018 that pays tribute to the expressive, exuberant wines from the Rhône and Languedoc regions in France. It gives a nice contrast to the Segal. The Capçanes Flor de Flor Samso 2016 showcases very well the rustic, hearty, and bold characteristics of the ancient vines Carignan (Samso is the Catalan name for Carignan) it grew on, perched on rocky hills in the Spanish mountains of Monstant. On the other hand, the Vitkin Carignan 2016 demonstrates the variety’s red fruit and herbaceous features with more finesse. Taste back-to-back these wines or any other wine each and every night of Chanukah this year, and try to be more mindful of how you perceive their aroma and flavors as you sip. Chanukah sameach!

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The HALB students wrote thank you cards to the members of the administration to show their gratitude

Show and tell is one of the highlights of the week for the students in Morah Tova’s UPK class in Yeshiva Sha’arei Zion. The children learn the sound of the weekly letter. This week they were encouraged to bring an item from home that begins with the hhh sound for letter, hey. Some of the items included a hippo, helmet, hyena, headband, hand sanitizer, hat, helicopter, and horse. What a great learning experience!

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HAFTR VP Cal Nathan Nominated to Private School Regulations Panel

his week, Senator Todd Kaminsky nominated Cal Nathan, Vice President of HAFTR’s Board of Education and a founding executive board member of OU’s Teach NYS, to serve on a State Education Department (“SED”) panel which will meet to discuss policy concerns surrounding substantially-equivalent instruction for nonpublic schools. Senator Kaminsky has been a strong opponent of SED’s proposed yeshiva regulations. He led the Long Island Senate Majority delegation in blasting the plan, which would allow bureaucrats to override yeshiva curriculums, while giving public school officials the authority to control private and parochial schools. “Cal Nathan has been an incredibly strong advocate for Jewish day schools, helping me lead the fight to secure more funding for yeshivas across our state,” said Senator Todd Kaminsky. “I was proud to nominate him to represent our community’s voice on the State Education Department’s wrongheaded proposal to infringe on the autonomy of our community’s schools. Our yeshivas provide a first-rate education to

O their students, and I look forward to continuing to work with Cal, our community’s lay leaders, rabbis, and educators to secure the wherewithal our yeshivas need and deserve.” “Thank you to Senator Kaminsky for his continued advocacy and voice for nonpublic school children,” said Maury Litwak, Executive Director of Teach NYS. “Ensuring that voices such as our chairman, Cal Nathan, are part of the conversation and process is the latest in a long history of the senator fighting for all New York State children.”

ur YOSS boys are learning about the structural engineering of bridges in our elementary science lab. By working in lab teams, they apply the knowledge learned by brainstorming ideas, testing theories, and building bridge

models. They are learning to identify a problem, construct solutions to solve dilemmas, and go back to the “drawing board” when necessary. The creativity and ingenuity are enormous!

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Rambam Runs “Among Us Tzedakah” Tournament

Dreidels, menorahs, and jugs of oil as the HANC ECC in West Hempstead gets ready for Chanukah

his past week, Rambam Mesivta concluded its epic “Among Us” Tournament. With close to 50 students participating, in the end there could only be one man left. It came down to two juniors, Akiva Lader and Zachary Sicklick with Zachary winning the highly coveted “Championship Among Us Plaque” and Akiva taking home the runner-up honors. The tournament was run by senior Daniel Steiner and junior Jake

Frenkel in an effort to raise r=tzedakah for OHEL Bais Ezra. Rambam has a longstanding relationship with OHEL and normally runs an OHEL/ Rambam Chavrusah Program which has been on hold due to COVID restrictions. The contest was a nice way for the students to give back and to let their friends at OHEL know they were thinking of them, even though, as one senior noted, “They aren’t among us.”

MTA Seniors Have a Blast

n Tuesday, November 24, MTA seniors had the best time on their grade-wide trip to Anchor Paintball & Golf Center. The weather was perfect, and talmidim enjoyed a variety of fun activities, including mini golf, foot golf,

a driving range, batting cages, and paintball. It was the perfect way for talmidim to spend time with friends and rebbeim and continue to build lifelong friendships that will last far beyond graduation.

Gratitude at SHS

hulamith High School’s Day of Gratitude is always a highlight of the year. The day is transformed into one dedicated to reflecting on our lives and giving thanks to Hashem and to the people around us. This year was no different. The day before Thanksgiving, SHS students were treated to a talk with Syd Mandelbaum, American veteran and founder of the non-profit organization “Rock and Wrap it Up!”. Rock and Wrap it Up works to develop solutions to the problems of hunger and poverty in America. His energy and meaningful message had students asking for more, crowding around him with questions after his speech, which also included practical ways students can help mitigate the poverty problem in America. He also invited SHS students to help at a food distribution on Thanksgiving, which so many SHS students showed up to,

there was not enough space due to COVID restrictions! Afterward, students attended faculty-led shiurim that focused on being grateful for the little things that one usually takes for granted. Afterward, in shifts, students visited the “SHS Gratitude Cafe.” The school gym was unrecognizable with couches, bar stools and high tables, a coffee/hot chocolate stand, and a pie bar. Each area was equipped with prompts, encouraging students to discuss different aspects of their life that they are grateful for. Faculty served as baristas, serving food, cleaning and sanitizing between shifts, and ensuring everyone was enjoying the cafe in a safe way. The day was memorable as always and left students and faculty with a deep sense of gratitude entering Thanksgiving.

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You Gotta Be Kidding! Maurice, who has all the money and mundane accomplishments there are to achieve, is about to embark on a solo sailing voyage around the globe. This is a risky voyage, but he is ready to take on the windy seas and high waters. Before departing, he gets his affairs in order and draws out a lengthy will. He tells his best friend, Sammy, “If I’m not back in two years, I want you to have the contents of my treasured safe. Here is the key.” Sammy solemnly takes the key and bows.

Maurice sets sail, when almost immediately a massive wind and tornado erupt. He is fortunate to get out of the sea alive and trudges home. His family is shocked that he survived and can’t contain their tears of joy. Although he just departed several hours ago, they were certain that he could not have survived the gusty storm. His best friend, Sammy, is also in tears. Sammy turns to him and says, “Maurice, wrong key.”

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Answer to riddle: Turn one of the switches on for 9 minutes and 29 seconds, then shut it off and turn another switch on. Then enter the room. The light that is on goes with the second switch you hit. Feel the two bulbs that are off. The one that is warm goes with the first switch that was on and the cold bulb obviously corresponds to the switch which was never turned on.

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Torah Thought

Parshas Vayishlach By Rabbi Berel Wein

ne of the more perplexing questions that is raised in this week’s Torah reading is why Yaakov sends agents and messengers to Eisav to inform his brother of his return to the Land of Israel. King Solomon in Proverbs had already advised to let sleeping dogs lie, so to speak. So why should Yaakov place himself in a situation of antic-

ipated danger and diﬃculty when it could have been avoided? There are many insights and comments that have been expressed over the ages regarding this problem. I will take the liberty of adding my ideas to possibly explain this quandary. We all are aware that deep within each of us there is a psychological im-

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petus to attempt to correct what we may deem to be a past error of judgment or behavior. In fact, the entire Jewish concept of repentance is built on this and can be mobilized for good and positive purposes. This impulse is usually sublimated when current events constantly impinge upon our lives. We are busy making a living, raising a family, engaging in a profession or business, studying or teaching, and we have little time to think and recall all our past misdeeds and errors. In fact, we become so involved in our lives, that we almost forget our past behavior and less-than-noble

Torah remain explicit, unchangeable, and eternal. It is, then, perfectly understandable that our father Yaakov should try somehow to make amends to his brother for the past times that Eisav, wrongly or rightly, felt that he was taken advantage of and deprived of what was really his. Considering this, it is perfectly understandable why Yaakov behaves in the way he did and bestows upon Eisav such exaggerated gifts. It may be his attempt to square things and to defuse the bitterness of the past. It is not so much that Eisav should be molliﬁed, but, rather, that Yaakov should become refreshed and more

Only people who are at peace with themselves can really be constructive and positive in life.

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life patterns. But, as is often the case, the past gnaws upon us and eventually gives us no rest until and unless we attempt to somehow correct what we feel was wrong and even shameful. Yaakov is aware that he obtained both the birthright and the blessings from his brother by questionable means. This matter has been discussed for millennia, and we have alluded to the many insights, interpretations, comments, and explanations for the behavior of Yaakov. Nevertheless, the issue remains basically unresolved, for the verses in the

at peace with himself regarding his eternal mission of building the Jewish people – a mission which requires that he possess the birthright and the blessings of his father Yitzchak. Only people who are at peace with themselves can really be constructive and positive in life, for them and others. It is this realization that impels Yaakov to seek out his brother before establishing himself in the Land of Israel and beginning to fulﬁll the mission and the blessings that were rightly given to him. Shabbat shalom.

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From the Fire Parshas Vayishlach

The Many Faces of Evil By Rav Moshe Weinberger Adapted for publication by Binyomin Wolf

he Torah tells us that the night before Yaakov planned to confront Eisav and his four hundred soldiers, (Bereishis 32:25) “And Yaakov was left alone and a man struggled with him until the break of dawn.” There is a fascinating dispute in the Gemara (Chulin 91a) regarding the appearance of this man with whom Yaakov wrestled, who we know was the ministering angel of Eisav and represents the yetzer hara, the Evil Inclination: “Rabi Shmuel bar Nachmeini says that he [the man] appeared to him [Yaakov] like an idol worshiper.... Rav Shmuel bar Acha said before Rav Papa in the name of Rava bar Ula that he [the man] appeared to him like a Torah scholar.” The Mussar seforim explain that the deeper meaning of this Gemara is that the Evil Inclination constantly changes its approach and its tactics depending on the situation. The Gemara (Sukka 52a) even says that the Evil Inclination goes by seven different names since it takes on a different approach depending on the person and the circumstances. The tests of this world are always changing. As Rav Moshe Chaim Luzzatto, in Mesillas Yesharim, writes, “All aspects of this world, whether good or seemingly bad, are tests for a person; poverty on one hand and wealth on the other...” We see a clear example of this in Lot, Avraham Avinu’s nephew. When it came to the test of poverty, he passed with flying colors. When Avraham had to descend to Egypt because of the famine, Lot went with him into exile and stayed strong. But while in Egypt, Avraham, and Lot as well,

became very wealthy, as the pasuk says (Bereishis 13:2), “And Avraham was very heavy with cattle, with silver, and with gold.” Unfortunately, when it came to wealth, Lot failed the test. He chose Sedom over Avraham, saying (Rashi on Bereishis 13:11), “I cannot stand Avram or his G-d.” Lot passed the test of poverty but failed the test of wealth. There was a wealthy benefactor in Mink, who supported all of the yeshivos and poor people of Minsk, named Reb Boruch Zeldhovitz. Unfortunately, after some time, he lost everything he had and became so poor he could scarcely feed his family. He traveled to Brisk to meet Rav Chaim Brisker. When he spoke with him, he asked: “Doesn’t it say in Mishlei 28:27, ‘One who gives to the poor will lack nothing’? Indeed, the Rambam paskens (Mishna Torah, Matnas Aniyim 10:2) that the halacha is that ‘a person will never become poor from giving tzedaka and no damage or anything bad will

happen to the person because of giving tzedaka.’ If so, how could I have become so poor after giving so much tzedaka?” Rav Chaim answered him with a story from his father, the Beis Halevi. Soon after the Beis Halevi became the Rav in Brisk, he went to the Jewish cemetery in Brisk for the first time to attend a funeral. While he was there, he noticed a very unusual thing. He saw a man’s matzeivah with the pasuk (Mishlei 31:20), “Her palm is open to the poor and her hand is stretched out to the destitute,” quoting from a pasuk from Eishes Chayil, the song in praise of the Jewish woman, the Woman of Valor. He was very curious about the choice of pasuk because psukim from Eishes Chayil are usually reserved for women. After the funeral, he went to the cemetery office and researched the man’s family. After learning more, he followed up with some of the older Jews in Brisk to learn more about the man. The Beis Halevi’s research re-

vealed several interesting things about this fascinating person. He had been very wealthy, supporting all of the local institutions and poor Jewish people. After doing so for a long time, his fortune took a turn for the worse and he lost everything. One day, after becoming poor, two poor men came to his home for tzedaka. At first, he told that that he was terribly sorry but that he did not have anything left to give them. Despondent, they were about to walk away, when the man said to hold on and that he would check whether he could find anything to give them. He began riﬂing through boxes, and at one point, he lifted up a box and a small silver spoor fell to the ﬂoor. Ecstatic that he was able to give something to the poor men at his door, he returned to them. Because there were two men and only one spoon, he broke the little spoon in half and gave a piece to each one. It was because of this story that the community wrote the pasuk, “Her palm is open to the poor,” on his tombstone. The Hebrew word for “her palm,” kapah, also means “spoon,” and the Hebrew word for “open to,” paschah, also means “to divide.” He divided the spoon in half, giving the usable portion of the spoon to one poor person. And in the second half of the pasuk, “her hand is stretched out to the destitute,” the Hebrew word for “her hand,” yade’hah, can also refer to the “handle” of the spoon, as if to say that he gave the handle to the “destitute,” the other poor man. After this man’s funeral, the Beis Din in Brisk began debating how such a giving person could have become so poor. They

concluded that it must be because he transgressed the words of Chazal (Erchin 28a) by giving away more than a fifth of his wealth. Reb Baruch Zelchovitz spoke up, saying, “I understand the Rebbe’s point. I am being punished because I violated the words of Chazal by giving away more than a fifth of my assets to tzedaka.” “No!” Reb Chaim responded. “I disagree with the Beis Din. But I do not see any difficulty in understanding how a rich person who gives tzedaka could lose all of his money. Our world is a test. At first, you were tested with wealth and you passed that test. You are now being tested with the challenge of poverty. How will you fare?” Chassidus calls this world an ever-changing place. Sometimes our Evil Inclination appears like an idol worshiper, attempting to entice us to do terrible sins. Other times, it appears like Torah scholars attempting to fool us into believing that some

haughtiness or false piety is truly a great mitzvah. The Mishna in Avos (2:5) says, “Do not believe in yourself until the day of your death.” Because one’s tests always change, one can

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does not guarantee that he will pass the next day’s test. The main thing is to recognize the battle and engage in the struggle without running away. The Rashbam explains that the

The main thing is to recognize the battle and engage in the struggle without running away.

never rest on his laurels even on his dying day. According to the Gemara (Kiddushin 30a), not only does a person’s Evil Inclination strengthen itself against him every day, “a person’s evil inclination renews itself against him every day.” It places new tests before the person every day. The fact that someone passes a test one day

angel with whom Yaakov wrestled fought with him all night to prevent him from avoiding the confrontation with Eisav. It was as if he was saying to Yaakov, “No more running! You ran away from Eisav years ago and you ran away from Lavan. Now you wish to run away from Eisav again to avoid the confrontation?!” He therefore fought with Yaakov all

night so that he would be forced to fight and would not be able to run away. According to the Rashbam, the prohibition against eating the gid hanasheh, the sinew injured by the angel, is meant to serve as an eternal reminder not to run away from our battles with the side of evil. Rather, we must engage in battle with it, in whatever guise it appears. In both our internal and external battles with the side of evil, may we merit to always stand ready to engage in battle no matter what form our enemy takes and may we soon see the fulfillment of the last pasuk in this week’s haftara (Ovadia 1:21), “And the saviors will ascend the mountain of Zion to judge the mountain of Eisav, and kingship shall belong to Hashem.” Rav Moshe Weinberger, shlita, is the founding Morah d’Asrah of Congregation Aish Kodesh in Woodmere, NY, and serves as leader of the new mechina Emek HaMelech.

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Parsha Ponderings Parshas Vayishlach

Money or Life? By Rabbi Shmuel Kamenetzky

n Parshas Vayishlach, we learn how Yaakov Avinu, on his way to greet Eisav, crosses the Yabok River and forgets small jugs. He goes alone to retrieve them and meets the Angel of Eisav. The angel tries to overpower him, injuring him in the process. Why did Yaakov risk his life to retrieve such trivial items? The Gemara (Chulin 91a) explains that the money and possessions of tzaddikim is more precious to them than their bodies, for they do not participate in acts of theft.” Simply understood, the righteous treat their possessions in high regard, for they were acquired with holiness and service of Hashem, as only honest and proper means were used to acquire them. Perhaps we can understand this concept on a deeper level.    My father, Rav Mordechai Kamenetzky, printed the following story in his book, “Parsha Parables.” Rabbi Betzalel Zolty, Chief Rabbi of Jerusalem, of blessed memory, related the following story: The rosh yeshiva of Slabodka Yeshiva, Rabbi Moshe Mordechai Epstein, was in America in 1924, raising much-needed funds for his yeshiva. During his visit, he received an urgent telegram. The Lithuanian authorities were going to conscript the Slabodka students into the army. The Alter of Slabodka, Rabbi Nosson Zvi Finkel, founder and Dean of the yeshiva, made a decision to open a branch of Slabodka Yeshiva in the ancient city of Chevron in

Eretz Israel. He would send 150 students to what was then known as Palestine to establish the yeshiva, and in this way free them from service in the apostatizing, ruthless Lithuanian army. That monumental undertaking would require a sum of 25,000$ to transport, house, and establish the yeshiva. Rabbi Epstein was put to the task. He discussed the program with a dear friend of the yeshiva, Mr. Schiﬀ, who immediately decided to contribute the massive sum in its entirety.

the man got up to speak at a parlor meeting on behalf of the yeshiva. “My dear friends,” Mr. Schiﬀ began. “I do not wish my business misfortunes on anyone. I invested literally millions of dollars in all sorts of businesses, and they all failed. I have absolutely nothing to show for them. But there is one investment I made that continues to bear fruit. I gave 25,000$ to establish a yeshiva in Chevron, and that investment is the best one I ever made. One must know where to invest.” When Rabbi Sarna heard that

“I gave $25,000 to establish a yeshiva in Chevron, and that investment is the best one I ever made.”

Years later, in the early 1930s, the tide turned for Mr. Schiﬀ. With the crash of the stock market and plummeting real estate prices, it took only a few months before he was forced out of his own apartment and was relegated to the cellar of a building that was once his, existing on meager rations. At the same time, the health of Rabbi Epstein was failing, and he no longer had the strength to travel to raise funds. His son-in-law, Rabbi Yechezkel Sarna, made the trip to America in his stead to raise funds for the Slabodka Yeshiva. He did not know of Mr. Schiﬀ’s situation until

Mr. Schiff was literally bankrupt, he cabled Rabbi Epstein, who quickly arranged to give him a 5,000$ loan in order to get him back on his feet and begin doing business again. Through some generous benefactors, Rabbi Sarna got a hold of the cash and went directly to the basement apartment where Mr. Schiff now resided. He explained to him that Rabbi Epstein insisted he take this money as a loan. Mr. Schiff jumped up in horror, “What do you want from my life? The only money I have left is the 25,000$ that I gave the yeshiva. Do you want to take that from me as well?”

   My grandfather, Rav Binyamin Kamenetzky, zt”l, would explain in the name of Rav Meir Shapiro, rosh yeshiva of Yeshiva Chachmei Lublin and founder of the Daf Yomi. Materialistic people and resha’aim value themselves more than their money. After all, they use all their money in pursuit of physical pleasure. Obviously, their ultimate goal is their physicality. Tzaddikim, however, are just the opposite. They exert as much energy as possible to utilize their physical being for the service of Hashem. And whatever they cannot attain with their own bodies, they use their money to accomplish. They’ll use money to achieve another act of chessed, a mitzvah, or a few extra hours of daily Torah learning. In a tzaddik’s eyes, his money is more powerful and more beloved to him that his body, for his money can sometimes accomplish more in the service of Hashem than his body alone.

Rabbi Shmuel Kamenetzky is the Director of Advancement at Yeshiva of South Shore – Yeshiva Toras Chaim Beis Binyamin. He is currently compiling the Torah thoughts from his grandfather, Rav Binyamin Kamenetzky, zt”l, into print, in Hebrew and English. If you have any stories or divrei Torah to share from his grandfather, or to subscribe to receive a weekly dvar Torah from Rav Binyamin Kamenetzky’s teachings, you can email him at skamenetzky@yoss.org.

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Think, Feel, Grow

The Principle That Saved Yaakov’s Life By Shmuel Reichman

atzon, desire, is the most powerful human faculty and lies at the very root of the human being. The Ramchal, Rav Chaim Volozhin, and other Jewish thinkers explain that what you want is who you are. And yet, we seem to have conflicting wants. On the one hand, we each have a deep yearning to transcend our limitations, to expand beyond our current state, to connect to something infinite, spiritual, beyond this world. Yet, at the same time, human beings have a deep craving for the most mundane, physical, and transient pleasures. Which of these is our true desire, our true ratzon? • Perhaps, at root, we are purely spiritual, and our pull towards earthly things is simply a corruption of our true nature. • Or maybe we are simply physical beings, and our pull towards physicality is a reflection of our limited nature. But perhaps we are more than either of these drives; maybe our deepest root, our deepest desire, is connected to both the spiritual and the physical. This leads us to an important question: what is the meaning and purpose of our desire for physicality, and how does it relate to our drive for spirituality?

Im Lavan Garti When Yaakov reunites with Eisav at the beginning of Parshas Vayishlach, he proclaims: “Im Lavan garti, with Lavan I have lived” (Bereishis 32:5). Rashi explains this statement to mean that Yaakov maintained all of his learning and mitzvah observance while living in Lavan’s household. Lavan was a crooked, manipulative cheat and living in his household was a stark departure from the honesty and righteousness of Yitzchak’s household, thus posing a potential challenge to Yaakov’s spiritual vitality. Therefore, it was a tremendous

accomplishment for Yaakov to maintain his spiritual growth while living in Lavan’s house for 20 years. How did he accomplish such a feat? If we trace our way back to Yaakov’s journey from his parents’ home, we’ll recall that he spent fourteen years learning in the yeshiva of Shem and Ever between leaving his parents’ home and arriving at Lavan’s domain. Why was this time necessary? Yaakov had spent his entire life surrounded by the Torah and values of Yitzchak and Avraham. Shouldn’t this have been enough to prepare him for the trials and tribulations that he would face in the house of Lavan? What did Shem and Ever offer that Yaakov had not already received from Avraham and Yitzchak?

Avraham’s Gift to the World In order to understand this, let us take a step back and understand Avraham’s worldview and his unique approach to spirituality. If someone were to ask you, “What is Avraham famous for?” your immediate response would likely be “monotheism.” Many assume that Avraham taught the world of Hashem’s existence. However, this cannot be the case. Adam clearly knew that Hashem existed, and so did Noach, who lived just a few generations before Avraham. Even if you want to say that people forgot in the time between Noach and Avraham, we know this is not true: Shem and Ever were both alive before Avraham and were teaching

Torah. If Avraham was not the first to teach of Hashem’s existence, what did he introduce to the world? Some suggest that while Shem and Ever learned Torah, they did so in isolation, removed from society. Thus, Avraham was the first to openly teach Hashem’s existence to the world. In a sense, Avraham was the first “ba’al kiruv,” the first to bring Torah to the masses. While this may be true, and is indicative of Avraham’s nature, there is another layer to this profound topic. In order to understand Avraham’s unique worldview, we have to take a step back and study different spiritual perspectives. Most spiritual schools of thought are focused wholly on the spiritual; they view the physical world as lowly and dangerous. They therefore claim that the physical should be avoided to the greatest extent possible. In order to live a spiritual life, one must escape the physical, completely rejecting their physical nature. Therefore, spiritual systems such as Buddhism prescribe meditation, abstinence, and suppression of any hint of physical desire. In such a system, the ideal is to sit isolated on a mountaintop and meditate on our navel. Historically, this was the spiritual system of Shem and Ever. They understood the dangers of the physical world – they witnessed the evil and destruction of both the Dor Ha’Mabul (Gener-

ation of the Flood) and Dor Ha’Flagah (Generation of the Dispersion), and decided that, in order to maintain their spirituality, they had to remove themselves from the physical, lowly world. Avraham, however, introduced a novel, idealistic approach to life. He understood that while the physical can be dangerous if misused, the ideal is not to transcend the physical but to use the physical to reflect something higher. In other words, he introduced the ideal Jewish spiritual system. Think how many mitzvos are commandments of the mind. Incredibly few! You can count them on your hands: Believe in Hashem, love Hashem, be in awe of Hashem, don’t be jealous, and just a few others. The overwhelming majority of mitzvos are physical actions which connect you to the spiritual Source, Hashem. The act is physical, while the intentions and mindset must be infused within it. We eat matzah, shake a lulav, blow shofar, and wear tefillin – all actions, all physical. We don’t believe in transcending the physical; we want to use the physical to connect to the transcendent. This is because the physical world is deeply connected to the spiritual world. Every physical action affects the spiritual realm, creating cosmic ripple effects. This can be compared to when one plays a piano. When a piano key is pressed, a hammer inside the piano strikes the string below, generating the musical sound. The key itself does not create the musical note; it causes a chain reaction, and the sound comes from a different – albeit connected – location. The same is true of the physical world. Every action creates a corresponding reaction in the spiritual world. In essence, our physical world is like an upside-down puppet show. When a puppeteer pulls the strings

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from above, he causes the puppets to act down below. When we do physical actions in the physical world, we create cosmic change in the spiritual realm above. This is what Avraham introduced to the world. Avraham’s mitzvah was bris milah, the mitzvah that epitomizes the idea of taking the most physical and potentially animalistic organ and uplifting it to the spiritual. As the Maharal (Tiferes Yisrael, Chapters 1-2) explains, bris milah is performed specifically on the eighth day, as it represents the process of transcending the natural. Seven is the number of the natural; this is why all physical and natural components of this world are built off sevens: seven days in the week, seven notes in the musical scale, seven colors in the spectrum of light. Eight represents going beyond the natural, which is why bris milah is performed on the eighth day; we take the physical and use it to transcend. Avraham’s connection to this idea is expressed in his very name. The gematria (numerical value) of the name “Avraham” is 248. There are 248 limbs in the body, as well as 248 mitzvos aseh (positive commandments). Each of these commands is an opportunity to utilize and uplift a part of our physical body for ultimate spirituality. Avraham’s mission was to teach and model this truth – that all of physicality is connected to the spiritual and can therefore be used to achieve spiritual perfection.

Shem and Ever We can now understand what Yaakov gained from learning with Shem and Ever. While Avraham represented a spirituality deeply connected to the physical world, Shem and Ever represented a spirituality which transcends this world, a spirituality that Yaakov needed to connect to before continuing on his journey. Yaakov was about to enter a spiritually hostile environment, Lavan’s domain, an environment contradicting everything Yaakov knew and stood for. While Yaakov stood for truth, Lavan was a man of deceit, one whose speech did not reveal any higher inner truth. Just as Lavan’s words were disconnected from any higher truth, Lavan served to disconnect the physical from the spiritual. In order to protect himself

and his spiritual growth during this phase, Yaakov needed to learn from those who had succeeded in such hostile conditions. Shem and Ever experienced the evils of both the Dor Ha’Mabul and the Dor Ha’Flaga and had built a system of learning which protected themselves from such challenges, a Torah which was disconnected from the challenges of the physical world. While Yaakov had already embraced Avraham’s Torah and ideology, he also needed some time with Shem and Ever in order to succeed in the next stage of his journey. Each provided something essential to Yaakov’s development.

that not once during his entire fourteen years of learning in the yeshiva of Shem and Ever did Yaakov go to bed. Every night, he would fall asleep at his seat, immersed in Torah and spiritual growth. Yaakov wanted this, he lived this, he became this. He was able to build the ultimate synthesis, fully transcending the physical world – like Shem and Ever – and yet connecting the transcendent to the physical, like Avraham. He lived a life of complete harmony (tiferes). Both Avraham and the house of Shem and Ever were specialists in their form of spirituality; Yaakov was the ultimate harmony.

Holistic Spirituality

What Do You Want?

At root, we have a dual desire: • To experience a completely spiritual, transcendent existence; • To experience a physical, limited existence. But when we synthesize these two desires, when we use the physical to fully reflect our spiritual purpose, we live an extraordinary life of true oneness. This, however, is not an easy path. Living a holistic, synthesized life requires idealism and constant willpower. It is much easier to transcend the physical world, to escape its temptations and dangers. If we are to engage and uplift the physical, we must be mindful, purposeful, and vigilant. Yaakov was only able to succeed in his mission because he desired it with every fiber of his being. Rashi (Bereishis 28:11) quotes the midrash saying

One of the most daunting but worthwhile exercises you can perform is the “want exercise.” It requires you to ask yourself: “What do I want in life?” Be completely honest with yourself. After answering, ask yourself, “Why do I want that?” Again, you must be completely honest. Then ask yourself again, “Why do I want that?” Keep doing this until you get to something that you want for no external reason, something that you want simply because you want it. This desire, this want, is your underlying desire – it is what’s driving everything else in your life. This is your very root, the source of your entire existential drive. According to Jewish thought, this underlying want, ratzon. within each of us is to fulfill our unique purpose in life, to actualize our potential, to live

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the life we are meant to live. Hashem designed us in such a way that this type of life – one of Torah, growth, and contribution – generates immense happiness, as well as feelings of fulfillment and deep contentment. So many mistakenly interpret their underlying drive in life to be happiness, and then the try to fulfill that desire through all types of other outlets, like money, fame, or physical pleasure. But the root yearning within each of us is a genuine expression of our higher and best self, our tzelem Elokim. Our goal in life is to get fully in touch with this root want, to harness it, and then fully express it into the world. Happiness is not our root want – it’s what manifests when we are in touch with our root want: becoming our best and highest selves. So close your eyes and ask yourself honesty: What do I really want in life? Who do I want to be? What kind of life do I want to live? Now, open your eyes, and go make that your reality.

Shmuel Reichman is an inspirational speaker, writer, and coach who has lectured internationally at shuls, conferences, and Jewish communities on topics of Jewish thought and Jewish medical ethics. He is the founder and CEO of Self-Mastery Academy (ShmuelReichman.com), the transformative online course that is revolutionizing how we engage in self-development. You can find more inspirational lectures, videos, and articles from Shmuel on his website, ShmuelReichman.com.

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Israel Today

Hidden Students By Rafi Sackville

have taught high school for 37 years: 24 years in Israel, 12 in New York, and my first year in Australia. That’s tens of thousands of hours in front of blackboards that have morphed into smart boards; closing in on 5,000 students who have gone from being occasionally focused to mostly distracted; and teachers like me who have had to adjust to a constantly changing world. Covid-19 has upended so much I thought I knew about my chosen profession. It has turned a noble pursuit into a misty fog that is difficult to understand or define. As the pandemic went from bad to better to worse, hastily-taken decisions about education were made from the Ministry of Education to school administrations. The system became an inconsistent quagmire of uncertainty. Israeli high school teachers are grateful to be represented by a strong union. At the start of the pandemic, the Irgun HaMorim, whose head, Ran Erez, is one of the toughest negotiators in the country, successfully protected us against a government attempt to slash our salaries. The union claimed that distance learning is as difficult and more time-consuming than the work to which we are accustomed. Furthermore, the union gave us cover from those hastily-made decisions that were potentially endangering. For example, when restrictions of 10 in number were placed on internal gatherings like synagogues, the government permitted 18 students-atrisk to a classroom while the regular student body studied via Zoom. There was no reasoning behind the decision. Due to my age, I voiced concern to my principal, who permitted me to teach those classes by Zoom as well. This is where the complications arose. Over 30% of our student body

is in special education. It logically follows that, if it is difficult bringing kids-at-risk to school at the best of times, it has been even more difficult getting them to join Zoom lessons during Covid-19. So we reached a compromise: they set up a make-shift classroom in the huge gymnasium, from where I teach next to the volleyball net. Zoom lessons remain a problem, however. There has emerged a nationwide trend for students not to use their phone or computer cameras. The unintended consequences have been enormous. For one, it is impossible to know whether a student is or isn’t awake. And if they are awake, what are they doing? Only days before writing this, one of my 11th graders didn’t respond minutes after she’d entered our Zoom lesson. I must have called upon her half a dozen times before giving up. When the class ended and the other students had exited class, I left the Zoom link open and listened as she gently snored inches away from her phone. Twenty minutes after the lesson had ended, she suddenly came alive and asked where everyone was. I knew how she was going to respond even before asking her. “I swear I was listening,” she claimed. “I heard every word.” To which I wanted to reply, “In your dreams, dear girl.” Many teachers begged the principal to make it mandatory for students to use their cameras. Although she heard us out, the request was granted. Even the Ministry of Education chimed in, supporting students’ unwillingness to be seen online. I am not alone when I complain that teaching into the void of a black screen borders on unnerving. During one of my classes, I turned off my camera for a minute, curious as to how my students would react. Suffice

to say, they weren’t pleased. Are there grounds to support students refusing to use their cameras? The Australian journal of Education, The Conversation, gives ﬁve reasons to support this position. Increased anxiety and stress: Students can feel threatened and uncomfortable, feeling as if everyone is watching them. It’s a legitimate point. During a regular class, students can, should they so choose, avoid being the center of attention. Zoom fatigue: Constant video lessons seem to be more diﬃcult to cope with than regular stress. Competing obligations within the household: In short, it’s not always quiet in households. Distractions may exist that make using a camera inappropriate. The right to privacy: Many students feel uncomfortable allowing others into the privacy of their homes. Financial means and other kinds of access: This can be a serious problem. In our school, not every student has access to smartphones or computers. Our school supplied some of these students with tablets. Notwithstanding the fact that the majority of students are tech-savvy, there is a small percentage who aren’t. I took a drastic step one warm afternoon. I informed my students there would be no Zoom lessons that week. Instead, I would contact each of them personally by WhatsApp video chat. The result was surprising. I had chosen to experiment with a class of 33 gifted, new 10th grade students. When we had learnt together during September, I couldn’t see their faces as they were wearing masks. Being

new students, I really couldn’t identify any of them. Suddenly, they were talking to me by video. Not one of them refused my call or the use of their camera. They felt safe. More importantly, I was thrilled to note they were happy to speak to an adult. I had a palpable feeling of just how they missed the contact of being in school. I have continued these chats and have discerned that, whereas there are some students who love staying at home, there are many more who have been unsuccessful adjusting to distant learning. In this regard, Israel is no different from anywhere else in the world. Students are much better off in school than out. The pandemic has forced a revolution on how children are taught. The change has been too quick and too uneven to measure. The Ministry of Education has not had a uniformed approach to distant learning, the assumption being that the pandemic has to end sometime soon. The mix and match methods of learning differ so greatly from school to school and have led us into unfamiliar territory that is going to have repercussions way after we eventually return to school. In the meantime, we educators persevere, sometimes successfully, sometimes not. We suffer computer fatigue just as our students do. And, here in Israel ,we stare into the deep black screens ever hopeful our students on their other end of the internet connection are awake and willing to learn. Rafi Sackville, formerly of Cedarhurst, teaches in Ort Maalot in Western Galil.

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Will Naftali Bennett Be Israel’s New Leader? BY SHAMMAI SISKIND

Late last week,

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a subtle but strong warning that another round of elections could very well be imminent. The longtime premier delivered this ominous suggestion at a greeting ceremony for a recent ﬂight landing at Ben Gurion airport from the United Arab Emirates. During his address, the premier stated that a deadlock with his reluctant political partners, Defense Minister Benny Gantz and his Blue and White party, could spell the dissolution of the current government. “If we see a diﬀerent approach from Blue and White, and they start cooperating instead of acting like a government within a government, we can continue working together,” Netanyahu said referring to negotiations on the governmental budget that have been going nowhere for months. “If not, I think everyone would understand that it would unfortunately lead to elections,” he warned, adding, “I would prefer that we unite and deal with bringing peace and vaccines and helping the economy.”

Almost on cue, Blue and White oﬃcials shot back, accusing the prime minister of being the source of the stagnation. “It is Netanyahu who is breaking agreements, preventing appointments and not enabling the passing of the budget for two months for political reasons. That is why every poll shows the public blames Netanyahu by a wide margin for the elections that are expected.” The recent exchange between these staunch political rivals is nothing new. Nor are the forewarnings of political upheaval by both sides exaggerated. They are, in fact, the culmination of a months-long trend, one that could trigger some of the biggest political realignments in Israel’s history. Since at least the early summer, observers in Israel have been pointing to signs of yet another return to the ballot box for the Jewish state. In March, the third consecutive election was held after rounds in April and the previous September failed to produce a stable Knesset. What emerged was a political truce of sorts between Netanyahu

and Gantz involving a rotation of the premiership. From the outset, the deal was labeled by many as too fragile to last. But while the eventual collapse of the Likud-Blue and White alliance may have been predictable, few could have foreseen the way events would actually play out.

An Old Song on Higher Volume Staunch opposition to Benjamin Netanyahu has been a staple feature in Israeli politics for several years now. Indeed, many have built (or at least significantly advanced) political careers harnessing the anti-Netanyahu sentiment within the Israeli public. This force trend first appeared in stark visibility in 2015 when a coalition of activists launched the movement known as Pashut Mahlifim, roughly translated as “We’re Just Changing.” The entire raison d’etre of this organization was the removal of Netanyahu from the prime minister’s office. Who would replace him? Almost irrelevant. Pashut Mahlifim, or V15 as it was later branded, was perhaps the first organized manifestation of what has come to be an extremely powerful move-

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has been. But the disruption of 2020 may very well have offset Netanyahu’s winning formula. By late spring, the prime minister was suffering scathing media coverage on his handling of the coronavirus pandemic. After gloating about Israel’s initial success in keeping infection rates low, Netanyahu was forced to take an about-face and initiate nationwide lockdowns, becoming the first world leader to do so for a second time. The broad-spectrum backlash against Netanyahu’s perceived fumbling of the pandemic ball and the public outcry on the economic devastation caused by his policies triggered something very new for the Israeli political scene.

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ment within Israeli politics. It’s not affiliated with a particular party or policy but simply is determined to remove Netanyahu at all costs. While V15 eventually petered out, the anti-Netanyahu bloc did not. In 2016, the campaign, then organized by a loosely knit coalition of activist groups, received new vigor when the Israeli Police began investigating Netanyahu for a series of corruption allegations. At the end of 2019, Netanyahu – by then Israel’s longest serving prime minister – was formally charged for violation of public trust and accepting bribes. What has been fascinating to behold is that, despite the incredible zeal and commitment of the anti-Netanyahu movement (rallies and protest against the prime minister could draw tens of thousands across the country on almost a weekly basis), the Likud party remained almost unscathed by its efforts. In the past five Knesset elections, going back over eleven years, Netanyahu’s Likud has consistently managed to garner at least 30 Knesset seats – a full quarter of the entire Israeli parliament. Even with all the efforts to frame Netanya-

hu as a corrupt and lying elitist, the man never lost a handle on the vast majority of his supporters. Netanyahu accomplished this through his unique ability to project unparalleled competence, espe-

The Yamina leader had established himself as the creative, bold innovator that wanted Israel to “fight” the pandemic as opposed to simply “retreat and hide.”

cially on issues of foreign relations and defense. It is this brand of the adept leader par excellence that has kept the prime minister as stable as he

It is not that Netanyahu lost his classically stable political support. Instead, he created the enemy with the potential to defeat him. Naftali Bennett began his political career working for Netanyahu as his chief of staff. With a career that spanned the most elite of the IDF’s special forces and Israel’s hi-tech scene, it is not surprising that Netanyahu found Bennett impressively capable. Eventually, Bennet took his own position of political leadership when he was voted leader of the Jewish Home party in 2012. For six years, Bennet held a series of important ministerial portfolios, and solidified an image of an energetic pragmatist as well as an unabashed right winger on issues of defense and sovereignty. In 2018, Bennett left Jewish Home to form his own party which went through several seemingly disorganized iterations. Bennett’s instability cost him in the April 2019 election when he failed to pass the vote count threshold. But, luckily for Bennett, a new election was soon called for after a government failed to take shape. Bennett formed a conglomerate party with other national Zionist groups and was able to win seven seats in September. In 2019, Bennett was appointed in a deal with Likud as Defense Minister, becoming the first religious MK to ever hold the position. It was during Bennett’s time at the Defense Ministry that the COVID-19 pandemic arrived in Israel. It was from this post that Bennett began to evolve from being merely an idealist doer to a national leader. From the very outset, Bennett was adamant that the Defense Ministry, being most equipped to deal with national emergencies, should maintain full control of the logistics of managing the COVID crisis. For two months, Bennett reportedly labored nonstop, sleeping in his office and rarely returning to Ra’anana home. According to his own words, Bennett continued work on his corona-related missions even on Shabbat. During this time, Bennett’s Defense Ministry achieved several goals, including the setting up of the so-called “corona hotels” to house quarantining citizens and acquiring new technology and devices to support the health system. But beyond mundane logistics, Bennett’s main focus was innovation. He was determined to put together a system by which Israel could battle the pandemic effectively while keeping society func-

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Bennett during his high-tech days, with his co-founders of Cyota

tioning. He traveled the country speaking with experts from around the country, from roboticists at the Weitzman Center to genetics firms in Haifa. Bennett would later release a book relating his experiences as Defense Minister and his efforts to address the crisis entitled, How to Beat a Pandemic. In his book, Bennett recounts – and news reports from the time confirm – that by April he had put together a detailed plan for fighting the virus and keeping Israel open. This plan was reportedly rejected by both Netanyahu and Health Ministry officials. Only weeks later, Israel experienced its third consecutive election. In May, it became clear that Bennett’s party, now under the name Yamina, would not be part of the Netanyahu-led government. But Bennett’s shift to the opposition did not mean an end to his activities. Bennett continued his rounds across the country, widely reported on in Israeli media. He met with hospital heads, spoke to business leaders, and continued to develop strategies to tackle the pandemic. In July, he established the Citizen’s Corona Cabinet along with other prominent experts and former military officials to explore and promote alternative policies. The Yamina leader had established himself as the creative, bold innovator that wanted Israel to “fight” the pandemic as opposed to simply “retreat and hide.” With economic and social woes raging throughout Israel, this position began to become very, very popular.

man who had lost nearly all his political clout and was unable to pass the electoral threshold 18 months ago is now forecasted to control the second largest party in the country. Blue and White, which received only three seats less than Likud in the March election (33), now can expect a mere nine mandates. True, Blue and White’s loss is due mostly to the decoupling from the Yesh Atid party that took with it several Knesset spots (more on that in a moment). But the projected nine seats are more than thirty percent less than the party’s current fourteen. Beyond the raw numbers, the upheaval over the past six months has created the potential for new alliances the likes of which have pretty much never been seen in Israel. Bennett on his part has made it clear he intends to work from now on in a purely pragmatic fashion, putting ideology on the side in

A man who had lost nearly all his political clout and was unable to pass the electoral threshold 18 months ago is now forecasted to control the second largest party in the country.

The Coming Reshuffle The attractiveness of Bennett’s message began to show in the polls. Yamina’s projected seats began to climb. Bennett’s gains were not at the expense of Netanyahu – his support declined only marginally – but of his main rival Blue and White. The current projections for what another Israeli election would produce are nothing short of astounding. For starters, Bennett’s Yamina has been polling over 20 seats for around the past two months. This fact needs to be put into perspective: a

order to tackle the pandemic and repair the economic fallout. In Bennett’s words, Yamina is willing to form a coalition with any “Zionist party that wants to focus on the problems at hand.” With this statement, Bennett has essentially expressed his willingness to partner with both secular and left of center parties – which would basically mean Yair Lapid’s Yesh Atid (19 projected seats) and Avigdor Liberman’s Yisrael Beteynu (8 seats). At least one

of these leaders has also alluded to his willingness to cooperate with Bennett. In a recent interview, Yair Lapid told a reporter that he and Bennett “know how to work together.” Of course, even if these three factions were to join forces, it would still not make up the required 61 seats to form a government. At least two additional parties would have to be brought in. Which might those be? Lapid and Gantz may be too at odds after the acrimonious split. Similarly, it is diﬃcult to imagine Lapid sitting in a government with the Haredi parties of Shas and United Torah Judaism (UTJ). Despite the diﬃculties forming a Likud-less government would entail, it is important to not underestimate the attractiveness of Bennett’s message. As one columnist in Israel recently put it, “Bennett doesn’t hate.” It is not that Bennett is a super-charismatic leader who can win all the needed adornment and support. It is his super-practical and non-political approach that may very well convince fellow politicians to give him a try. As UTJ head Yaakov Litzman put it, Bennett has become for many the “alternative to Netanyahu.”

The New Face in Washington In light of a possible revamping of Israel’s political scene, there is one very important question that should at least be considered. This coming January, Joe Biden will likely be entering the White House as the 46th president of the United States. The Biden administration will almost certainly be a major shift from the years of Donald Trump, the president widely believed to be the most pro-Israel U.S. commander-in-chief in history. Biden has already alluded to his intentions to strengthen ties to the Palestinians and re-enter the nuclear deal with Iran which Trump had left. Netanyahu, who led Israel during the eight years of Obama’s presidency, has experience dealing with Biden and many of his people. Bennett, on the other hand, has no diplomatic experience to his name. However, Bennett and his likely future allies have already taken the initiative of reach-

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ing out to the Biden team. Bennett was one of the ﬁrst lawmakers in Israel to congratulate Biden’s victory. Yair Lapid, who has at least some experience with Biden from the Obama years, has also tweeted regards to Biden, calling him, “my friend the president-elect.” Bennett has stated in a recent interview that he was “convinced Biden is committed to ensuring Israel’s security.” If, in fact, Bennett ﬁnds himself replacing Netanyahu, his solution for dealing with a less friendly

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administration could be simply circumventing the “big” issues. In an interview with the Makor Rishon newspaper, Bennett stated that, as premier, he would establish a two-year moratorium on “sectoral politics” including establishing Israeli law in the West Bank. Furthermore, his shortlist of primary objectives would include “widening the circle of peace and fruitful relations with Arab states” and “renewing dialogue with the American administration.” The combination of steering clear of the

controversial objectives of the Right while pursuing American-brokered diplomacy in the region could win Bennett positive ties with Washington. Predictions aside, the potential for major political change is without a doubt at-hand in Israel today. The continued viability of the current government will be determined in the coming weeks, if not days. The outcome of the next several months will have substantial impact on Israel, both for its domestic policies and its relations abroad.

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Dating Dialogue

What Would You Do If… Moderated by Jennifer Mann, LCSW of The Navidaters

Dear Navidaters,

Thanks for taking the time to look at my question. Every time my brother goes out on a date I cringe

and hope she’s not the one. I cringe because I know he tries his hardest to put on a show and wants to get married, but I know another side to him that some innocent girl wouldn’t. My brother has a real issue with anger and doesn’t know how to control himself when things don’t go his way. My parents seem to just want him to move onto the next stage in life and think that a wife would ground him. I can’t see how he’d be good marriage material. As a sister, what can I do? Tehilla*

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The Rebbetzin Rebbetzin Faigie Horowitz, M.S. ehillla, I respect your concern about your brother’s middos and readiness for marriage. There is not much that you can do directly. You can encourage him, when he brings up topics related to dating. One topic can be the recognized helpfulness of a mentor who knows you for a long time to help you through your journey. The road to marriage needs to be perceived as a trip that grows one’s skills, maturity, and self-knowledge, and you can talk about it with him in general, not personal, terms. Since you feel very strongly about his lack of readiness and anger management issue, you are going to have to do this carefully. Type up some gentle comments and prepare some scenarios. Go easy and talk about others so that your message will be heard and you won’t be shot down. If he perceives you as attacking him, you are done. You will not be able to influence him to see something besides his own present goals. Another thing you can bring up in a general way is the demonstrated value of the Shalom Workshops for engaged, newlywed, and longtime married couples. You can cite your friend’s experience and how they said this was so helpful, long-term and short-term. You need to be in a position to express these observations and for your comments to ring true. If the two of you have had a stormy relationship and you don’t communicate well, he will totally tune out what you have to say. The only way to influence him indirectly is if you have a good relationship, discuss marriage and dating topics generally, and think through your communication beforehand.

The Shadchan Michelle Mond ou’re a very good sister and astute to your brother’s shortcomings. I bet you’ve suffered the brunt of his anger over the years and want to spare an innocent girl the same fate. The problem is, without a close relationship, there is not much you can do directly. The good news is that it is not that easy to hide an anger problem. It won’t take much; perhaps a waiter will bring the wrong dish, or they will be stuck behind a slow driver in traffic, and within a moment, the truth will come out. All the girl in question needs to see is your brother fly off the handle one time, and she will know what you’ve known for years. My advice is to lay low for now and try to build up a good relationship with your brother so your opinion might carry some weight. My guess is most of the girls he dates will sense his anger issue and not want to pursue a relationship further. If he does get serious with a girl, write your parents a heartfelt letter highlighting your fear about his potential engagement and marriage. Realistically, any devoted parent would take it to heart and encourage your brother to get help before he makes any commitments.

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ehilla, it’s so difficult to watch multiple close family members act in an unhealthy way. You must feel so trapped wanting to help your brother while your parents aren’t listening to you. I give you credit for reaching out to find ways that you

can help within the confines of your circumstance. Family members see the best of our best sides and the worst of our worst sides. It’s fascinating how we would never treat the mailman or cashier the way that we treat the closest, strongest relationships we have with our loved ones, i.e. parents and siblings. You, Tehilla, have the up-close and personal insider scoop on who your brother really is, perhaps seeing his ugliest faces. Keep in mind that you are privy to information that the rest of the world doesn’t see or, at most, sees a tamed version. Anger is a serious middah that will have a huge impact on a marriage. Although your parents and everyone else want to believe marriage will fix all of our personal and interpersonal problems, it won’t. A person who has anger issues will have to work on it on an individual level and within the relationship once married as opposed to finetuning the trait when single. The latter is easier for many reasons. The show you mention your brother puts on will eventually end with a grand finale. As your brother dates and gets more comfortable, it’s going to be harder and harder for him to hide and cover his genuine reactions when things happen. There’s a limit to how much a person can hide the essence of who they are. If the girl doesn’t pick up on it, then her family members or mentors will. At the end of the day, there is someone for everyone. People with anger issues get married. In a healthy state, your brother can work through these issues and create a beautiful marriage with his wife and relationship with his children. Without working through it, he and his wife are signing up for their fair share of challenges that they will have to navigate. If it’s not this, then

Marriage does not cure anger, rage, and a sense of entitlement.

it’s something else. Perhaps your brother would be well-suited for a girl whose father has anger issues or someone who is very laidback and goes with the flow. So what can you actually do? Hashem runs the world. Daven for your brother that he gets the help he needs and ends up in a healthy and happy marriage with the right person. Speak to your brother’s rav or mentor and see if he can guide your brother in a productive way to help him realize that he needs to work on this middah. Keep an eye on his dating. If you see your brother getting serious with someone and you really think it’s getting dangerous, escalate it to a rav or mentor of his who is or can get involved. A s a lways, a l l feedback , thoughts, and ideas are welcome: renafriedman2@gmail.com.

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here are two possibilities here. You might be a little overly critical of your brother. Siblings often see the very worst in each other. Maybe your parents are correct in assuming that your brother will grow and mature naturally. Or… Perhaps your brother really does have a serious anger management problem. If so, here’s my suggestion: invite your brother to go out

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with you for breakfast. Over coffee and bagels, tell him that you love your big brother, look up to him, think very highly of him, and that you’re looking forward to

being a terrific sister-in-law. Then, explain, politely, that young women today are very sensitive about men who anger quickly and that you

would like to give him a present. You are gifting him three sessions of cognitive behavioral therapy with an anger management specialist. (L e t ’s hop e that he doesn’t get angr y at your suggestion, lose his temp er, a nd throw his bagel at you.)

The show you mention your brother puts on will eventually end with a grand finale.

will go away! You know something? It’s really understandable. These parents have been privately fighting a secret battle that is hidden from the public eye. They are tired – physically, emotionally, psychologically and financially (perhaps from all the helpers they’ve brought on over the years). And they would like to believe that there is some peace/menuchas hanefesh in sight…because it has been so hard! Marriage does not cure anger, rage, and a sense of entitlement. What often happens is that the adult child brings the issue into the marriage. The spouse suffers because of it, just as the nuclear family may have. The relationship suffers for it. And, the adult child who the parents believed they were helping by encouraging dating and marriage, suffers for it as well. And when children are brought in to the picture, they suffer, too. Oftentimes, these marriages end in divorce or ongoing misery. I understand the complexities and ramifications of potentially angering an adult child with anger management issues. And I have seen adult children cut out parents entirely or “punish” them in a plethora of ways for having set a clear boundary. Having what I consider a “live wire” adult child is one of the most difficult things a parent can endure. Do we keep pacifying him/her and hope he/she will eventually out-

grow it or do we put our foot down and say enough is enough? Very often, parents may need help and support in learning how to set boundaries with this child. Ultimately, many parents choose to give their angry adult child a choice when it comes to dating. Get help for X months, and we will support you in your dating. If the child refuses the help, the parents can choose not to be involved. This is one of the hardest and yet most loving things a parent can do for such a child. Oftentimes, this must be done with professional intervention with the understanding that if the adult child does not believe he/she has a problem and does not want to work on it, there is ultimately nothing more a parent can do other than choose to set personal boundaries (AKA, Vitamin N…No!) or carry on, business as usual, trying not to wake the sleeping bear. This is a painstakingly difficult choice for parents. If you are a parent, and you find yourself in this situation, I know that you are in a very tough, emotionally draining spot. There is so much to weigh and measure. Most of us parents have provided a loving home and did the best we could. I hope your adult child chooses the help he/she needs and chooses to do the work it takes (and it can be done!) to have a successful, healthy relationship with a future spouse and you as well! Sincerely, Jennifer Mann, LCSW

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ear Tehilla, Thank you for writing into our column. Your concern is a valid one. I agree with the advice given by the panelists. Ultimately, you cannot warn every girl your brother chooses to date about his anger management problem. All you can really do is try to speak with him maturely and from a place of love and care for his wellbeing and future. If your brother is not an award-winning actor, most likely his anger will reveal itself in time, and a healthy young woman might walk away. I, however, can use this platform to warn men and women about unhealthy anger management. A quick word to singles dating someone with a revealed anger issue: There is simply no justification for rage, rudeness, outbursts, general nastiness, disrespect or any kind of physical display (throwing, punching holes in walls, tantruming). This behavior does not get better without acknowledgment and course correction. It most often gets worse with time. You have every right to walk away! No one deserves this treatment. Apologies are meaningless without action. Most of us lose it every now and then (let’s be real, please). None of us are angels. However, if you notice a pattern of behavior, and you are only dating, it may

be wise to walk away. If the person you are dating is angry with the world, you can mark my words that your turn will be fast approaching. You will not cure his/her anger. You cannot fix it…because you didn’t cause it. If he/ she makes you feel like you are the answer to his/her issues, do not believe this. The only answer to his/her issues is him or herself. Not you! With that being said, I’d like to utilize the next portion of my response in this column to appeal to parents of children with unresolved behavioral issues who are in the parsha (that chapter in life when it’s time to date and get married). While the majority of parents try to acknowledge and address their children’s’ emotional regulation, mental health and wellness and anger issues from a child’s early age, there are those who do not. Sometimes, parents may have a hard time seeing the issue in their child or cannot see it (also known as denial). And, like your parents, there are those who believe that marriage will serve as an elixir. Sometimes, well-meaning parents who have been dealing their difficult child for twenty-plus years want to believe the fantasy that life will get better once this child is married. Maybe the issue

Jennifer Mann, LCSW is a licensed psychotherapist and dating and relationship coach working with individuals, couples, and families in private practice at 123 Maple Avenue in Cedarhurst, NY. She also teaches a psychology course at Touro College. To set up a consultation or to ask questions, please call 516-224-7779, ext. 2. Visit www.thenavidaters.com for more information. If you would like to submit a dating or relationship question to the panel anonymously, please email thenavidaters@gmail.com. You can follow The Navidaters on FB and Instagram for dating and relationship advice.

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From Point A to Point B By Deb Hirschhorn, Ph.D.

had this realization recently: one of the things about regular psychotherapy is that there is no endpoint. There’s a general, vague sense of “Am I getting better? Or happier?” Or “Are we now getting along?” But unlike, say, taking a course to become something like a lawyer or a doctor or a CPA, there are no milestones, no skills to acquire in the usual experience of therapy, at least not explicitly stated ones. On the other hand, an endpoint encourages and motivates the client to accept more responsibility for change. Not only that, what the endpoint looks like, what it actually consists of, becomes clarified through the therapy choices the counselor makes. Let’s take the case of a person who is depressed. That person, just because they are depressed, will have less motivation to practice self-aﬃrming exercises or shift their attention to the positives in their lives. The depression itself – the neuro-chemical interactions in their brain – makes that really hard. Hard, but not impossible. (It can’t be impossible because if it were, we could never be held accountable for our actions. Since we have bechira chafshis, it means we can make choices, however diﬃcult.) So what would that look like? Well, let’s start with the beginning point, Point A. What would that look like? An individual within the context of a marriage might feel: • Hurt, pained • Overwhelmed • Depressed, sad • Confused • Angry • Frustrated • Bored • Blaming • Critical

• Disrespecting • Distant from • Disrespected • Self-pitying • Frightened • Worried • Grieving • Stymied Now, just to make the situation a bit more challenging, the person we are looking at – let’s call her Nancy – says it is all Fred’s fault. Fred has been highly critical and berates Nancy. It would seem, on the surface, that Nancy’s problems would disappear if Fred were kind and sweet. The problem is that Fred is kind and sweet. Sometimes. That is why Nancy married him. And why she has stayed married to him. He is generous to her and the kids, as well as to extended family. He is loving and even helps around the house. Sometimes, as someone once said to me, “people are complex.” They’re usually not black or white but shades of gray. In spite of Fred’s positive qualities, Nancy is hurt, sad, depressed,

and most of the other items on the above list – all due to Fred’s frequent criticisms including sarcasm and an angry tone of voice. So Nancy reaches out for help with all these bad feelings. She has no idea what to do next, and Fred refuses to talk to a therapist or a coach. I used to insist that Fred show up so I could help him, but that isn’t always a great idea. Sometimes the Freds of this world kick the can down the road and will not look at themselves; that is too painful. Sometimes they admit to everything, placate their Nancys, and will not take action to make changes; they really don’t believe they need to and they just don’t want to. What should I call them? Spoiled? Selfish? Arrogant? Perhaps all three. I’ve seen both kinds of Freds and women who do the same thing, too. They are not immune. But when I stopped insisting Fred show up, Nancy would not want to look at herself, either. She always felt that it was Fred’s “fault.” I kind of went along with her. There is support for that position, too. Terry Real who

wrote several books on counseling couples, sees the problems in marriage as mostly arising from a patriarchal outlook: men are entitled and women have to plant a bomb under them to move them into action. Even if that were true, it still requires both people to be seen together so that the therapist could “fix” the man. Something about that approach always bothered me. After all, this wife chose that man. What attracted her about him in the first place? What do they have in common, deep below the surface of “I don’t like football and he doesn’t like shopping”? On that latter subject, the couples I’ve seen are incredibly well-matched when it comes to their sense of Self. They may be equally self-critical, not giving themselves the time of day, putting themselves last, used to thinking of others before themselves, and so on. Often, there is something hidden yet important that they have in common. In any case, I reluctantly came to the conclusion that if only one person showed up to get help, by helping him (or, usually, her) heal themselves and learn the skills of staying healed and not falling into traps set by the partner, the domino eﬀect might occur. Namely, the one person who reached out for help, when helped, could have a positive eﬀect on the other person. Now, we are ready to examine what the endpoint, Point B, would look like. Nancy is calm, and confident. She knows exactly what she wants and how to get it. She is purposeful and courageous – because she knows it will not be easy. She is secure within herself, no longer depressed or anxious. That and the overwhelming feeling have been replaced with clarity. Not only does she no longer beat herself up but she has completely stopped blaming Fred. She realizes that Fred

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is frightened to face himself because he thinks what he will find is ugly. She feels only compassion for Fred. At the same time, she also recognizes that he has been dishing out unnecessary pain. Probably as much to himself as to her. But it is unnecessary and she does not want it in her life. She also knows that she cannot make ultimatums to Fred because he will get defensive and the whole thing will backfire. Furthermore, she doesn’t want to. She wants to remain happy within herself. She neither wants to run away from an argument nor to start one. She reached a place of being grateful for the journey she has been on and for the learning she has done. She wants to grow more. She will accept whatever HaKadosh Baruch Hu says is the next step. She is quite certain that abuse should not be part of it. So, in a loving and gentle tone, she tells Fred that although he perceives it as scary, he will have to undergo counseling to stop his put-

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downs and anger. She makes her requirement short and kindly. Her face is soft and caring. He does not feel defensive. He says he does not want to go to counseling, however. Now, she is curious. “Why not?” she asks in a neutral tone.

(or the lack of it) got them. (Dozens of people have told me stories like this, unfortunately.) But Nancy is not tempted as she once might have been, to say, “Well, that’s true!” Because in her personal work on

The one person who reached out for help, when helped, could have a positive effect on the other person.

Fred inhales deeply. Her tone has opened him up. Nancy is his second wife. His first wife and he went to counseling, he explains, and the counselor pounced on him in the very first visit, telling him it was all his fault and that he’d better shape up! Well, you can see where that logic

herself she rose above that. Blame is out the window as a bad idea from the get-go. But her head is clear and she’s thinking creatively. She has to come up with a response that will be helpful. “You never told me that story,” she said softly. “That’s terrible. I’m so

sorry you went through that humiliation and pain.” There were tears in the back of her eyes, not quite ready to come out, but connecting her and Fred. Fred was clearly surprised. He had taken a chance to share his vulnerable story and expected to get bashed for it. Instead, his wife was understanding. He felt heard. “Maybe the therapist she went to isn’t the same,” he thought. Nancy’s journey was impressive but it also laid the groundwork for Fred to make changes himself. And Nancy is prepared to take a big, unpleasant step if he will not do it. She has the perspective on herself and on the relationship that she needs in order to bravely take whatever step she must. Dr. Deb Hirschhorn is a Marriage and Family Therapist. If you want help with your marriage, begin by signing up to watch her Masterclass at https://drdeb. com/myw-masterclass.

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The Croup By Hylton I. Lightman, MD, DCH (SA), FAAP

nother “C” word is presently putting fear in the hearts of parents and pediatricians alike. It’s called the croup. The croup is a not uncommon illness of childhood. Yet this season, it has entered the stage of pediatric health care with a vengeance. Let’s take a moment to discuss the croup and what can be done. The croup is an infection of the airways. It occurs most often in children between ages 3 months and up to 5 years old; the peak time for croup to occur is at about 2 years of age. The croup causes a swelling in the upper part in the airway of the neck. The swelling triggers the airway below the vocal cords to narrow. There is also a thickening of the mucus. The combination makes breathing noisy and difficult and, frankly speaking, terrifying for the patient and loved ones. The barking cough is just too terrible. The croup is seen most often late full through the winter seasons. A virus, usually the parainfluenza virus, is the most common cause of the croup. Some of the viruses include the Parainfluenza virus, the flu (influenza virus), Adenovirus, Enteroviruses, and Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Children may contract the virus by breathing infected respiratory droplets coughed or sneezed into the air. Virus particles in these droplets may also survive on toys and surfaces. In other words, croup is contagious. The croup is more common than people realize. It can last several days. In some cases, medication is required. The sooner a patient with croup is treated, the faster the recovery. Therefore, knowing the signs of croup can help one get medical help.

Symptoms Here are some of the signs of croup: 1. Fever: Because croup is caused by a virus or an infection, a fever is often present. The fever appears prior to other symptoms, and it can be hard to tell if the fever is the result of croup or another condition. Fevers can be mild or severe, and if they get too high, they can be dangerous. Children are more likely to suffer from high fever with croup than adults. Fever medicine can be used to help reduce fever. Further, cool baths can also help lower body temperature. Drinking plenty of fluids when having a fever is important as dehydration is can happen. If a fever lasts for than a couple of days or becomes too high, then quickly seek medical attention. Also, chills often accompany fever, when lowering the temperature. The child may have tremors. 2. A lost voice or hoarseness: The airways become inflamed and swollen, which can press against the voice box. The voice box cannot expand properly, and a person cannot use their voice properly. Throat lozenges may provide some relief, but the hoarseness usually returns within a short time. Coughing and hacking can also make the hoarseness worse. Children with croup often cry, which exacerbates losing voices. Rest and lots of liquids can help. If hoarseness persists beyond several days, medical attention must be sought. 3. Cough: As mentioned, the croup cough is a hacking, barking cough, not a normal cough. It’s one of the earliest signs of croup. While

cough medicine will help the cough, it will not address the underlying cause. The cough usually worsens at night, possibly because kids tend to lay down at night. Most times, cough medicine is not really of benefit to children. 4. Mucus: Mucus can form in the throat and along the airways of a person who is suffering from croup. This mucus can be thick and can make it hard to breathe, sleep, and eat. When a person coughs, they may expel mucus from the body. Most of the time, a cough is the body’s way of trying to remove the mucus. Some medications assist the body in expelling mucus and even thinning it out so it can leave the body more easily. It can also help reduce the amount of mucus that the body produces. Until the underlying cause of the condition is found and treated, the body will continue to produce mucus that gets caught in the airway. Coughing and hacking may help remove some of the mucus from the body. The color of the mucus can be important. Clear mucus is common, but yellow, green mucus can be a sign of an infection. 5. Exhaustion: Sickness strains the body and is fatiguing. Coughing is draining. Rest, rest, rest. Oxygen levels must be monitored. If a person becomes lethargic, he must be monitored. Don’t be shy about reaching out to your pediatrician if symptoms of lethargy linger for too long. 6. Congestion: We’ve discussed coughing. We’ve discussed mucus. A deep, uncontrollable cough is one of the signs of croup. There can also be a rattling sound in the chest as

person with croup tries to remove the mucus. Sometimes, people report feeling suffocated. How miserable. No one likes the feeling that their breathing is impaired or negatively impacted. Seek out your pediatrician. 7. Dry lips in infants: Because it can be painful and/or difficult to swallow, infants and children will avoid drink and food. This, in turn, can lead to dehydration. This is why parents need to pay attention to the signs of dehydration, one of which is dry lips. If your baby or child refuses drink or food for 24 hours, then seek medical attention immediately. Dehydration does not have to happen and must be avoided. 8. Kvetchy baby: While babies do not have the power of speech, they can be fabulous communicators. Parents and pediatricians need to learn to listen to the crying and visual cues. 9. Rash and red eyes: A light spotty rash on the eyelids or the whites of the eyes turning red is not uncommon with the croup as the child is not properly oxygenated. When oxygen levels are low, it can lead to the growth and spread of infectious agents. Severe coughing can cause burst blood vessels on the face and around the eyes. The croup tends to emerge as daylight ends and darkness descends. However, croup can worsen during daylight hours. You must seek medical attention.

Treatment Your pediatrician can diagnose croup in a child through a history and physical exam. If deemed war-

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ranted, the pediatrician may order more tests. Treating croup depends on the child’s age, symptoms and general health, as well as the severity of the croup itself. For the most part, milder cases are managed at home. Medications your pediatrician might prescribe include inhaled medicines and/or steroids (injectable and oral, depending on the age and circumstances). Since croup is caused by a virus, antibiotics will not help. In the most severe cases, children go to the hospital and receive racemic epinephrine via a nebulizer. Rarely, the child may require intubation. If croup is being treated at home, it helps to prop an older child on some pillows (never use pillows for any child under 12 months old). This can help to ease breathing. Consider a humidifier (not a hot vaporizer) for your child’s bedroom. Put a warm, wet wash cloth over your child’s face when he breathes. Sleep in the same

room as your child so you can monitor his breathing. Provide comfort by hugging, cuddling, and singing favorite songs. If your child wakes up during the night, consider bundling him up and taking him out into the cool night air. In all seriousness, the bathroom

1-2 minutes or, as mentioned above, bundle up and go outside in the cold air. The contrast of the two air types can do wonders. While your child’s symptoms may appear mild at first, don’t take them for granted and never underestimate them. The croup has been known

The croup tends to emerge as daylight ends and darkness descends.

can be the best tool to help you fight the croup. With the door slightly ajar, steam up the bathroom and sit there with your child for 7-10 minutes. The warm, steamy air will help to relax the vocal cords and to loosen the mucus so it can leave the body more easily. Then, stand in front of an open freezer with your child for

to change on a dime. Don’t panic: your panicking will only trigger fear in your child, which will then make breathing difficult. It’s been scientifically proven that stridor can lessen and even go away through relaxing. When should you be in touch with the pediatrician? • When your child makes a whis-

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tling sound (also known as stridor) that becomes louder with each breath • Has stridor when resting • Has difficulty breathing • Has difficulty swallowing his saliva • Drooling increases • Cannot speak or make sounds • Has difficulty breathing • Has to lean forward to take deep breaths • Has a dark or dusky color under the fingernails or around the mouth or nostrils Be watchful and attend to the details. And never be bashful about reaching out to your pediatrician for guidance and support. As always, daven. Dr. Hylton I. Lightman is a pediatrician and Medical Director of Total Family Care of the 5 Towns and Rockaway PC. He can be reached at drlightman@totalfamilycaremd.com, on Instagram at Dr.Lightman_ or visit him on Facebook.

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Coffee Caffeine, Calories, and Antioxidants By Aliza Beer MS, RD, CDN

hat’s the most popular beverage in the world? Coffee. One of the most frequently requested foods by my clients is their morning cup of joe, and I usually acquiesce with minimal modifications because I know how important it is to them. But what effect does coffee have on our health and our weight? Let us examine the caffeine, calorie, and antioxidant content of coffee. Caffeine is a natural stimulant commonly found in coffee, tea, and soda, with coffee containing the most per serving. One cup of brewed coffee contains about 95 mg of caffeine, but that varies depending on the type of bean, roasting style, and preparation. Caffeine may help promote a healthy weight. Studies have linked caffeine intake to an increased metabolism. This is one reason why caffeine is included in many weight loss supplements. However, large doses of caffeine may be required in order to significantly influence metabolism. One study found that a caffeine dose of 4.5 mg per pound of body weight increased metabolism by up to 13%. This would be equal to 680 mg of caffeine, or about 7 cups of coffee, for someone who weighs 150 pounds. Another study looked at people who successfully lost weight. Those who consumed the most coffee and caffeine were more successful at maintaining their weight loss over time. Caffeine may also help reduce your appetite. One study showed that drinking caffeinated coffee may reduce levels of the hunger hormone gherelin. Additionally, studies show

that drinking caffeinated coffee may reduce the number of calories you consume throughout the day, compared to not drinking it. There are conflicting studies, however, that find that caffeine has little to no effect on feelings of fullness. More studies will be needed in order to make accurate recommendations. Although some studies suggest that coffee may be beneficial for weight loss, it’s possible that coffee may encourage weight gain. Since caffeine acts as a stimulant, if consumed late in the day, it may interfere with your sleep patterns. Poor sleep is associated with higher body weight, increased appetite, and more cravings for processed food. Another issue is what people are putting into their coffee. While black coffee is a very low-calorie beverage – one cup of brewed black coffee contains only two calories – many coffee beverages are packed with calories and sugar. Any coffee that has a significant amount of milk, cream, sugar, or syrup will boast hundreds of calories. For example, a Starbucks grande caramel Frappuccino has 470 calories and 66 grams of sugar! Even if you decide to opt for a healthier version and get a grande caffe latte with nonfat milk and no sugar, that beverage is still 190 calories. That’s substantially lower than the Frappuccino, but consuming a latte everyday will still result in weight gain over time. How can we make our coffee lighter? Let’s start with our milk options. If you enjoy or typically drink nonfat milk, then that’s fine, but certainly

not necessary. Low-fat milk is a good middle-of-the-road option. Beware of lattes and cappuccinos, since they require much more milk than a regular hot coffee or espresso. A small latte may contain up to 8 oz. of skim milk, which is 90 calories; additionally, skim milk is naturally high in sugar. Use as little milk in your coffee as possible, or choose another milk option that is lower in calories and sugar. Unsweetened almond milk is one of the lowest calorie milks (3040 calories) with zero sugar. Unsweetened coconut milk is another great option. If you love a coffee that’s creamy (guilty!) then try using 1-2 tablespoons of a sugar-free creamer instead of milk. Diet tip: a milk frother will take a little milk, supersize it, and make you feel like you’re drinking way more milk than in reality. Avoid adding sugar to your coffee. Do it for your health and your waistline. The ideal scenario is to add nothing, but if that is unrealistic, then let’s evaluate some sugar-free options. The healthiest and most natural sugar alternatives are stevia and monk fruit. Sprinkle in cinnamon and/or add a few drops of vanilla extract to give your coffee a nice kick. If you desire adding a stronger flavor to your coffee, then use a sugar free syrup, one that contains stevia or monkfruit and not Splenda or nutrasweet. Studies show that coffee is one of the largest sources of antioxidants in the human diet. Antioxidants will disarm free radicals, thereby protecting the body against aging and many diseases that are caused by oxidative stress. Coffee is particular-

ly rich in several powerful antioxidants, including hydrocinnamic acids and polyphenols. Hydrocinnamic acids are very effective at neutralizing free radicals, and polyphenols may prevent many diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and type 2 diabetes. Regular coffee drinking may also reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease by 32-65%. Some studies indicate that coffee may benefit mental health as well. Women who drink coffee are less likely to become depressed and die by suicide. Additionally, coffee has been linked to a longer lifespan and up to a 20-30% lower risk of premature death. Consuming a daily cup of coffee can be a healthy way to start your day. It is also a nice social activity and can provide a sense of wellbeing and comfort. However, it is important to be mindful of the ingredients used when preparing or ordering your coffee. To minimize your risk of weight gain, try cutting out the added sugar and high calorie additives. Avoid lattes and cappuccinos for the most part, since they contain a significant amount of milk, and stick to espresso or a regular hot or iced coffee. Drinking coffee is a pleasure you should and can enjoy, while simultaneously reaping its healthy rewards. Wake up and smell the benefits! Aliza Beer is a registered dietitian with a master’s degree in nutrition. She has a private practice in Cedarhurst, NY. Patients’ success has been featured on the Dr. Oz show. Aliza can be reached at alizabeer@gmail.com, and you can follow her on Instagram at @alizabeer.

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Parenting Pearls

Welcome to the Family By Sara Rayvych, MSEd

azel tov! Recently, a few friends of ours welcomed new additions to their families, and this reminded me of some of the tips and tricks we used when welcoming our new little ones. While some of these are ours, I can’t take credit for many of these ideas. As somewhat new parents, we were fortunate to have many wonderful people share their ideas and what they did to make the transition easier. I’m only sorry I can’t name everyone who assisted us. It’s easy to assume that the bracha of a new baby should go smoothly. Similar to all life changes and transitions, even the greatest of brachas can come with stress and growing pains. Your children may love their new sibling but as excited as they are, they are still experiencing a dramatic shift in their life. Go easy on them and help them as they welcome someone new to love.

Expect the unexpected While I find the phrase frustrating, “expect the unexpected” really does describe how your children may react to their new sibling. I’ve tried to predict in advance which of my kids would have the easier transitions and which would have a more difficult time. I’ve often been wrong. It is so hard to predict how any child will react. As little as you can expect what’s unexpected, by knowing your child’s reaction may be unpleasant and unexpected, you’ll already be on the path to understanding and sympathizing with them. Know it’s normal for kids to act out, regress, or be more needy. It’s not fun but it’s normal. If you think it reaches the point of being too much, then you can discuss their behavior with their pediatrician or a mental health professional.

Prepare them for the big day Different ages will understand differently and require different preparations. With my older children, I was able to have a sit-down conversation,

while my youngest barely understood that babies are actually human. Speak to each child on their level and answer their questions. For the toddlers who aren’t really able to understand much, I’ve at least tried to point out babies and give basic information such as “the baby is sleeping/ eating/crying” when we see a baby. This is just my personal thing but I usually delayed telling my children till I was further along, as long as I could avoid saying anything. In my experience, it is very hard for kids to wait until the due date, and they continuously ask when the big event is happening. It is frustrating for kids to have to wait and it’s very stressful to be asked repeatedly any question when you’re pregnant. As an aside, I didn’t give out my actual due date but many others do. If you do give out your due date to your children, then you may want to explain that it’s an estimate and not a guarantee. Many children (and adults) find the idea of a due date vague and assume it’s a promise of when their baby will arrive. In my experience, children are usually more concerned for their basic needs than about the big philosophical questions. My children have usually asked about where they will sleep, what they will eat, and if they will have the items they require or treasure while I was having the baby. I tried to have everything prepared for them and have concrete answers to those questions. For example, each child had a packed bag of clothing and knew where it was

kept. Some of my children have had food restrictions, so I’ve packed safe snacks for them. I tried to prepare whatever I thought they’d need practically or emotionally and placed it in a spot where they could see it existed (even if they couldn’t reach it). This was reassuring for them that we wouldn’t suddenly leave them without adequate provisions. It’s a good idea to go over with your children where they will be and how they will get to wherever they’re going when you’re in the hospital. It’s also worthwhile to make alternate plans and share those with your child. Years ago, our friends went over and over with their children how they may come home from school and Grandma and Grandpa will be there to greet them instead of Mommy. What the parents didn’t expect was that she would go into labor at a time Grandma and Grandpa couldn’t travel, and I unexpectedly had to take in her six or so children. She spent hours in the delivery room rerouting buses and carpools and trying to release her kids into my care. It was stressful for her, and the kids were very confused at the changes. As solid as your plans are, you should still have an alternative that your child knows.

Hospital visitation I remember when our speech therapist first told me she doesn’t allow her little ones to visit her in the hospital – I was absolutely shocked! After she explained her reasoning, I had to agree with her. As she told me, it’s

hard for little ones to be taken away from a parent and the advantage of seeing Mommy doesn’t, in her mind, outweigh the negative of being taken away afterwards. Every parent needs to decide on their own which children will benefit from visiting Mommy and which will experience increased stress or agitation from the separation. With the birth of one of my children, I had been very firm that I didn’t want my toddler to visit me in the hospital because of this very concern. Because of a technicality, he was brought in anyway and he did see me. We are years later and I still remember him screaming for me as he was being taken away and brought home. It was incredibly sad and heart wrenching. You know your children best and you can plan in advance who should and shouldn’t visit.

Gifts This is the baby’s way of bribing their way into their older sibling’s heart. As your unborn can’t shop on his/her own, it is your job to purchase gifts should you feel gift giving is appropriate. The same speech therapist told me how each of her newborns had a gift for each older sibling. The gifts didn’t need to be expensive. We have done this as well, and I can say my kids have really appreciated it. One time I even left personalized cards on each gift signed, “Love, your new baby.” I must have been in a silly mood that time but the kids loved it. I have a few criteria for picking gifts. The first is that they need to fit into my budget. If it’s too muc,h then it’s not the right gift. Remember, newborns don’t have much cash to spend. Gifts, especially for younger kids, don’t need to cost much. There are so many expenses with a new baby that gifts shouldn’t break the budget. Another criteria I have is that gifts shouldn’t be anything that will be hard to clean. You have a new baby, and you shouldn’t be cleaning up. Any available parental energy should be focused on the family; cleaning up little, tiny piec-

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es isn’t on the to-do list. Mega blocks or other toys that are relatively easy to clean are fine while tiny Legos you’ll never find till you step on are not OK. You know your child and you know how the mess will travel in your house. Pick a gift based on what you think will leave you without a big cleaning job. Also, remember that babies grow fast. The newborn in your arms now will be crawling and eating toys off your floor sooner than you can imagine. Avoid choking hazards! A third criteria is that I want something that the child can use again and again. I want weeks or months of enjoyment and not a half an hour before I hear “I’m bored.” More open-ended toys give more play time than something they build or do and then drop. Each child is different and what keeps one child busy for hours will be a 10-minute toy for another.

Making baby welcomed I noticed a mother whose children always got along well with each other,

even with the babies, and I asked her for one of her secrets. She said that she doesn’t hide the baby or keep them away but rather she makes the little one part of the family immediately. This meant putting the baby where the other children could see and interact with him/her. I’ve tried to do this as

ment for everyone, then I will wear the baby in a carrier or find another safe place. I’ve made a point to consciously teach the children how to safely interact with a baby. Don’t assume that children know or remember how to safely hold or play with a newborn. Explain

Let your child know you love them, even as you may be less available

well and found it was very helpful to create closeness between the siblings rather than make the newborn into a museum piece and create friction. When the baby is on the playmat or in any way “exposed” to the other children, I make sure to be present to ensure baby’s safety, especially with toddlers around. If I need to leave the room or can’t ensure a safe environ-

and demonstrate to each child how they can safely interact with the baby and have them show you how they do it. Make sure they understand and periodically check in with them to make sure they’re still doing everything appropriately. For my younger children, I’ve taught them to only touch the newborn’s feet. It’s my humble opinion that

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feet are the safest place for youngsters to touch, and I’ve found that toddlers are happy to play with feet. A newborn’s feet are unlikely to get near the baby’s mouth and spread germs. They’re furthest from the face and less likely to get injured if they’re accidentally grabbed or squeezed. I demonstrate how to not touch the head and the correct way to touch feet. Welcoming a new baby is a tremendous bracha but also a time of increased tension. Go easy on Mom and go easy on each other. Prioritize what’s important and let your child know you love them, even as you may be less available. Very soon the baby will grow bigger, get into mischief with his/her older siblings, and you won’t remember a time without your newest addition.

Sara Rayvych, MSEd, has her master’s in general and special education. She has been homeschooling for over 10 years in Far Rockaway. She can be contacted at RayvychHomeschool@gmail.com.

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In The K

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Lemon Meringue Pie Doughnuts Pareve / Yields 12 doughnuts

By Naomi Nachman

I developed this doughnut recipe over 15 years ago when I ran the culinary arts program at Camp Dina. It was one of the most popular recipes that we baked. We always filled them with Oreos, but you can use your imagination to create your own masterpiece. I’ve used pulled brisket, lemon curd, dulce de leche, jam, and pie filling. When I wrote my book, Perfect Flavors, I had to include the recipe for the doughnuts, and my friend, Esther Mendlowitz a/k/a @the�culinary�trio, shared with me her incredible lemon curd filling.

Doughnuts Ingredients

b1 tablespoon dried yeast b¼ cup warm water b¼ cup plus 1 teaspoon sugar, divided b¾ cup soy milk b6 tablespoons canola oil b2 large eggs b1 teaspoon kosher salt b4 cups unbleached ﬂour b5 cups vegetable or canola oil, for frying bPowdered sugar, for dusting

Preparation 1.

Sprinkle yeast over warm water; sprinkle in 1 teaspoon sugar. Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy. 2. Blend soy milk, yeast mixture, remaining sugar, oil, eggs, and salt with 2 cups ﬂour. Gradually add remaining ﬂour to make smooth, soft dough. Cover; let rise for 1½ hours. 3. Punch dough down; let it rest for 10 minutes. Roll out the dough to ¼-inch thickness. Using an upside-down glass or cookie cutter, cut dough into rounds, about 2-3 inches in

diameter. Place on a ﬂoured surface; let rise again for ½ hour. 4. Heat oil in a large pan until oil reaches 360°F. 5. Carefully drop doughnuts into hot oil. Keep oil at constant temperature; fry only 3-4 at a time, turning the doughnuts once, about 1½ minutes per side. 6. Once doughnuts have cooled, ﬁll with lemon curd and top with choice of toppings, below.

3. Continue to whisk continuously for 10-15 minutes until mixture thickens AND curd reaches a temperature of 180°F. 4. Remove from heat. Place pan into an ice bath, continuing to whisk until mixture has cooled. 5. Use an injector or piping bag to ﬁll doughnuts with lemon curd.

Lemon Curd Filling

Ingredients

b3 eggs b¾ cup lemon juice b1 tablespoon lemon zest b¾ cup sugar b½ cup oil

Preparation 1.

Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan over low heat, whisking all ingredients together. 2. Once combined, turn heat to medium low (don’t rush it or the texture will be ruined).

Topping

b• Marshmallow Fluﬀ b• crushed graham crackers

Preparation 1.

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt marshmallow fluff for a few seconds, until soft enough to spread. 2. Spread softened marshmallow fluff over doughnuts, then top with graham crackers. 3. For the nicest presentation, use a torch or broiler to brown the top of the doughnut before serving. Photo by Miriam Pascal

Naomi Nachman, the owner of The Aussie Gourmet, caters weekly and Shabbat/ Yom Tov meals for families and individuals within The Five Towns and neighboring communities, with a specialty in Pesach catering. Naomi is a contributing editor to this paper and also produces and hosts her own weekly radio show on the Nachum Segal Network stream called “A Table for Two with Naomi Nachman.” Naomi gives cooking presentations for organizations and private groups throughout the New York/New Jersey Metropolitan area. In addition, Naomi has been a guest host on the QVC TV network and has been featured in cookbooks, magazines as well as other media covering topics related to cuisine preparation and personal chefs. To obtain additional recipes, join The Aussie Gourmet on Facebook or visit Naomi’s blog. Naomi can be reached through her website, www.theaussiegourmet.com or at (516) 295-9669.

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Mind Y

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Dr. Rich Roberts: Loyalty Begets Loyalty By Yitzchok Saftlas

very Sunday evening since July 2015, Yitzchok Saftlas, CEO of Bottom Line Marketing Group, hosts 77WABC’s “Mind Your Business” show on America’s leading talk radio station. The show features Fortune 500 CEOs, CMOs, and top business leaders where they share their business knowledge and strategic insights on how to get ahead in today’s corporate world. Since Q2 2017, the 77WABC “Mind Your Business” show has remained in the coveted Nielsen “Top 10” in New York’s highly competitive AM Talk Radio market. Guests have included John Sculley, former CEO of Apple and Pepsi; Dick Schulze, founder and Chairman Emeritus of Best Buy; Beth Comstock, former vice chair of GE; and Captain Sully Sullenberger, among nearly 200 senior-level executives and business celebrities. TJH will be featuring leading questions and takeaways from Yitzchok’s popular radio show on a bi-monthly basis.

n a recent 77WABC “Mind Your Business” broadcast, Yitzchok Saftlas (YS) spoke with guest Dr. Richard H. Roberts (RR), M.D., Ph.D., medical doctor, doctor of biophysics, and former pharmaceutical industry CEO for 24 years (URL Pharma).

YS: Could you please discuss the process of hiring new people? RR: Hiring is one of the most critical areas of a business. It depends what kind of position you’re looking for – there are obviously very different qualifications that are needed for different roles. Then you need to try to sort through all the applications and figure out if you’re actually getting that right person. If you make a mistake and you get the wrong person, it could be a whole lot of headaches and potentially legal entanglements. So, hiring is really, really critical. Let’s just talk about the basic hiring of people. You must know what you’re looking for and you need to write a somewhat detailed job de-

scription. Don’t bypass this. If you’re looking for someone who’s going to work in your warehouse and is going to be able to pack boxes, that’s one skill set. If you’re looking for someone who’s going to run finance, that’s an entirely different expertise. Then you’re going to get in a resume for this position. First of all, look for how long this person has stayed in previous jobs. If you find someone has changed jobs many times and they’ve been in five different jobs in the last ten years or less, that’s a real warning sign. Now they’re going to tell you all the reasons – this management team didn’t know what they were doing, that company is going out of business – everybody’s got an excuse, but it’s a real warning sign. Did they not get along with people? Did they talk a good game, but then when it came to performing, they really didn’t perform? Are there other skeletons? Is there theft? Is there fraud? I’m not saying it can’t be good. And there are some people who switch jobs every couple of years because they are on an upwardly mobile path. With those

people, you’ll see that they were a supervisor, and became a manager, and became a director, became vice president. But even with that, if someone’s trumping jobs all the time, there is no loyalty. So that’s one warning sign, when you see them changing jobs a lot. Another thing to do is to question them on the details of their resume, especially as you get to higher levels of capability and expertise. If you don’t have the expertise yourself, have someone in the room who does. For example, if you don’t know research and development, make sure you have somebody from R&D in there. Look at what they put on the resume, and find out if they really know the things they claim to know. YS: Another question that has to do with the resumes. What’s your take on the references that someone lists on a resume? RR: Generally, the references on a resume are worthless. If someone applying for a job is even mildly capable, they’re going to make sure that they spoke to these people first.

These are their supporters. When looking at the references of the resume, it’s helpful because it tells you who not to call. However, you must check references, so call the companies the person worked for. Or you can speak to the references listed and ask them for names and numbers of other people who worked with this guy. And then you go to them and that’s how you get information. YS: Do you have any advice on what to look out for during the actual interview? RR: When I would hire people – this was at any level – I would see what they look like during the interview. Are they sitting back in their chair or are they sitting forward looking bright-eyed and bushytailed, ready to go, high energy? You want someone who’s ready to charge forward. No matter what the job is, you really want to get someone who’s bright-eyed and bushy-tailed. Additionally, when I would hire people at higher levels, the one question I would ask them is: what jobs

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are below you? And if there’s anything that’s below them, I didn’t hire them. Now, I’m not hiring somebody at that level and paying them that amount of money to mop the floor. But let’s say we have a big customer coming in and the floor has to be mopped and nobody’s around. If they’re not willing to do it, I don’t want them. It’s not because I need that floor mopped it’s because they have an attitude and arrogance. YS: Let’s move on to loyalty. If the CEO is being a mensch, most people will be menschlech because it starts at the top. That being said, let’s dig into building loyalty to the point where people stay, they’re enthusiastic, there’s low turnover… RR: I’ll tell you a little story. In 1997, our company was potentially facing bankruptcy. At one point, we were three weeks from bankruptcy and everyone in the company knew we were in bad shape. It’s important to tell your employees the truth, tell them what’s going on, except in certain circumstances where senior management has to be willing to take the anxiety and take the heat and protect the people from being too worried. When we were about three weeks from bankruptcy, we had an investor group – Elliot Associates, one of the largest hedge funds in the country – come in. They had someone representing them in this deal to buy into the company, give us money, and who would also be on the board of directors. And at one point I told them, “This is a closed meeting. The employees are not around. Everyone here knows that we’re in severe financial straits, all the employees here know that I love them and that I care about them. And I pledged to the employees that I will not get a raise until they first get a raise. I don’t know if we’ll survive or not. But I’m telling you, if we do survive and if we become successful and eventually, we can sell the company or go into the stock market and get money. Every employee must get stock options now so that they will profit from that, from their loyalty to me.” This group agreed, and they end-

ed up buying in. The deal was done twenty-four hours from bankruptcy. Three years later, we got back to break-even. And the representative for Elliott Associates said, “I want to tell you something. The ultimate reason why we did this deal is when we saw how you stood up for your employees behind closed doors, we knew that we could trust you with our money when we’re in Manhattan and in Wall Street and you’re here in Philadelphia running the company.” I didn’t tell them this, because I thought it would help them to invest

one actually in coordination with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), so those are not complicated. Then you can have an employee who is just not doing the job that they’re supposed to do, coming in late, leaving early, not coming back from lunch break on time, performing poorly. If you don’t have an experienced human resources manager or director, you need to work with the human resources attorney. You first give the person a verbal warning. You always want to have two people on your side to witness it. You must write

“When we saw how you stood up for your employees behind closed doors, we knew that we could trust you with our money.”

– that didn’t even occur to me. It was just a case of showing true loyalty. You can expect your employees to be loyal to you if you’re going to be loyal to them. And by the way, it’s not enough just to be loyal to them and to care about them. You have to tell them that you care about them. You have to tell them that you’re loyal to them. YS: We’re going to talk about the very sensitive topic of moving people off the bus when necessary. Firing. It’s not a pleasant subject, but it’s something that all too often companies struggle with and they hold on to the wrong people for too long. Dr. Roberts, you could be as open as possible about the very delicate subject of when a company has to fire an employee. RR: OK, there’s many, many issues when it comes to terminating an employee. Some cases are very easy. You know, we had one guy who was dealing crack out of the men’s room – that wasn’t so hard. And there are a few other times when some people were stealing narcotics, and we had to run undercover investigations,

a memo detailing who was there and what you told them the issues were. Then, if they don’t correct them, you have to give them a written warning. If they’re really just not up to getting the job done for whatever the reason is, you can then go to either a final warning or a performance improvement plan where you say we’re going to give you three months or whatever it is to improve. They need to achieve this and this objective, in that period of time. And if not, then they’re going to be terminated from the company. You would do this always in consultation with an attorney; you will not send any such memo without the attorney reviewing it first. And you might have to accelerate the process depending on how bad the employee is in many cases. In some cases, you find an employee is badmouthing the company. They’re stirring up discontent among the employees and poisoning the environment. And in that case, you may just have to terminate their employment. If you pay a severance package, only with a human relations lawyer guiding you, create a separation agreement in which there will be things like non-disparagement

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clauses, where the employee agrees not to say anything bad about the company and employee agrees not to go to another company and try to hire your key talent away or those types of things. And by the way, a very good way to pay these things out is at their normal rate of pay. So, in other words, if you’re going to end up giving them three months of salary, and they get paid every two weeks, you’re going to continue to pay them their severance once every two weeks until the three months are up. That way, if they do start disparaging the company, doing something to hurt you, that’s against this agreement, and you just stop the payments. YS: This is an unfair question I’m going to ask, but perhaps you could share some final takeaways with us? RR: Be very careful. Do the work when you hire, and you have to manage people. Remember, if you’re the president of a company, a CEO of a company, people are going to look at you as an example. I was determined I would be hardest working person in the entire company. Nobody would outwork me. And you set that example. You set the example for honesty, you set the example for loyalty, and your employees will emulate it. And if you set the example in the opposite direction, expect your employees to emulate that also. You don’t do it because it’s good for the company, you do it because it’s the right thing to do.

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Notable Quotes “Say What?!”

When France was attacked five years ago, every nation in the world supported us. So when I see, in that context, several newspapers which I believe are from countries that share our values — journalists who write in a country that is the heir to the Enlightenment and the French Revolution — when I see them legitimizing this violence, and saying that the heart of the problem is that France is racist and Islamophobic, then I say the founding principles have been lost. - French President Emanuel Macron in an interview with the New York Times giving some well-said straight criticism to them

Joe Biden broke his foot in a couple of places. It sounds serious, but don’t worry about it. Biden was just out playing with his dog as healthy, vibrant adults in full command of their faculties and are not at all fragile and fading often do. It could have happened to anyone. Seriously, it’s totally normal. - Tucker Carlson, Fox News

Did you hear that Joe Biden picked women to lead the White House Communications Office? That was a historic moment. Nothing like that has happened in this country since the presidency of Donald Trump. Another triumph for the forces of identity… Nothing can stop Joe Biden from smashing the glass ceiling, not even his dog. – Ibid.

Don’t talk to me that way. You’re just a lightweight. - Pres. Trump to a Reuters reporter when pressed whether he would concede the election

Now, I just want to bring something up right now. I want to say to all those people who don’t believe that Americans actually got out and voted, let me say this to you. When you-know-who was elected four years ago, Hillary Clinton didn’t say, “Hey, wait a minute, this doesn’t feel right, stop the count.” She didn’t say, “This isn’t right, I’m not going for it.” She didn’t say any of that. So, all of you, suck it up. Suck it up like we sucked it up. - Whoopi Goldberg on The View, exhibiting what can only be a case of severe rapid-forgetfulness

If Donald Trump does not win these legal battles, he would be interested in 2024. There are about 74 million Americans who would support him in a run for office. - Trump’s daughter-in-law and campaign advisor Lara Trump on Fox News

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You should have a comfortable life now that both of you can pursue your interests and take care of Esther with the best medical treatment in the world. We are waiting for you. I am glad your nightmare is over. It will be a big moment for all of us when you return to Israel. - Prime Minister Netanyahu on the phone with Jonathan Pollard and his wife Esther, after Pres. Trump’s complete pardon of him

It is my Great Honor to announce that General Michael T. Flynn has been granted a Full Pardon. Congratulations to @GenFlynn and his wonderful family, I know you will now have a truly fantastic Thanksgiving! - Tweet by President Trump announcing the pardon of Gen. Michael Flynn

As the holidays approach, we all long to be with our families with person, but with the continued rise in cases, I’m urging you to refrain from travel this Thanksgiving holiday. For my family that means cancelling our traditional gathering of our extended family. – From an email sent by Denver Mayor Michael Hancock (D) to city employees, minutes before he was spotted getting on a plane and traveling to Houston for Thanksgiving

I apologize to the residents of Denver who see my decision as conflicting with the guidance to stay at home for all but essential travel. I made my decision as a husband and father, and for those who are angry and disappointed, I humbly ask you to forgive decisions that are borne of my heart and not my head. – Apology statement by Mayor Hancock

Keep the faith. We’re going to get through all of this, and we will be a better society because of it. - Alex Trebek, in a posthumous message of encouragement that aired during the pre-taped “Jeopardy!” Thanksgiving episode

ATTENTION! We hereby declare this establishment an AUTONOMOUS ZONE!!!” We refuse to abide by any rules and regulations put forth by the Mayor of NYC and Governor of NY State. - The sign outside and around a Staten Island bar that refused to follow the City’s orders to close for Covid

We’re not backing down. You think you scared me by saying I don’t have a license now to serve liquor now? Well guess what? That liquor license is on the wall. If that liquor license is gonna come off the wall, it’s gonna be done by Cuomo. You wanna come down here and pull that license off the wall? - Bar owner Keith McAlarney addressing the government’s bullying

I totally support what he is doing. I don’t support the tyrannical nonsense they have in place. I gave them $100 for this water. They didn’t charge me. I gave it to support them. - Bar patron Keith Atherholt, who left a $100 tip for a glass of water, in an interview with Fox News

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This was a criminal act & highly reckless. It risks lethal retaliation & a new round of regional conflict. Iranian leaders would be wise to wait for the return of responsible American leadership on the global stage & to resist the urge to respond against perceived culprits. - John Brennan, CIA director during the Obama administration, tweeting to Iran after the architect of Iran’s nuclear weapons program, Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, was assassinated

This, ironically, is exactly the message that Flynn gave to Russia during the 2016 transition – hey, guys, don’t get crazy with retaliation: wait until we’re in power shortly and things will be different. Maybe the FBI should investigate Brennan for Logan Act violations. - Journalist Glenn Greenwald pointing out the irony that Brennan – who was involved in the takedown of Michael Flynn which was predicated on his conducting foreign policy in 2016 before Trump was inaugurated – committed the same “crime” that he accused Flynn of committing in 2016

The assassination of a senior Iranian nuclear scientist appears to be an attempt to sabotage the ability of the incoming Biden administration to re-enter the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) as well as the chances of further diplomacy, either by limiting the political leeway of Iranian officials who want to restore the deal, or by triggering an escalation leading to military confrontation. - Statement by anti-Israel organization J Street

The assassination of Mohsen Fakhrizadeh was reckless, provocative, and illegal. As a new administration takes power, it was clearly intended to undermine U.S.-Iran diplomacy. We must not allow that to happen. Diplomacy, not murder, is the best path forward. - Sen. Bernie Sanders (Democrat socialist-VT)

They talk about trickle-down wealth, but socialism is trickle-up poverty. It just impoverishes everything. That’s my fear, that the Marxists and socialists, the academic community is generally hostile to business. It always has been. –Whole Foods CEO John Mackey speaking at the American Enterprise Institute

Socialism has been tried 42 times in the last 100 years, and 42 failures, it doesn’t work, it’s the wrong way. - Ibid.

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Trump Risks a GOP Disaster in Georgia By Marc A. Thiessen

resident Donald Trump says he is focusing “125 percent of my energy” on changing the results of the 2020 election. He is fixating on the wrong thing. Not only is this quixotic effort destined to fail, it could very well hand Democrats control of the Senate – and with it, unchecked power to enact a socialist agenda that Trump will be hard-pressed to reverse should he win a second term in 2024. Instead of energizing Republican voters, Trump’s focus on overturning the November election results could depress turnout and put the Georgia runoffs at risk. During a recent rally south of Atlanta, Sen. David Perdue, R-Ga., was making the case why he and Sen. Kelly Loeffler were all that was standing between America and a “radical socialist agenda” when a man shouted out: “What are you doing to help Donald Trump and this fraud case?” The crowd broke into applause and cries of “Amen!” Trump is feeding this sentiment. On Sunday, he lashed out at Georgia’s Republican Gov. Brian Kemp, saying, “He’s done absolutely nothing. I’m

ashamed that I endorsed him.” One of Trump’s election lawyers, L. Lin Wood, recently called on Georgians not to vote for Perdue and Loeﬄer. “I choose not to vote in another fraudulent election with rigged voting machines & fake mail ballots,” he tweeted. This is a disaster in the making. After weeks of criticizing Georgia Republicans from the sidelines, Trump ﬁnally plans to campaign in the Peach State on Saturday. If he makes his appearance a grievance session about the last election, he will do more damage than good. His message should be about the future, warning members of his loyal base that their shared legacy is at stake. If Democrats prevail, he should explain, they will reverse all of the progress he made in the past four years, including his tax reform and his judicial appointments. They will pack the courts with activist judges and pack the Senate by granting statehood to the District of Columbia. And they will enact radical legislation on immigration, climate, energy and health care that he will struggle to reverse in four years’ time. He should tell voters: Everything

we have worked for is on the line. Because it is. The stakes in Georgia could not be higher – for the country and for Trump personally. He is the ﬁrst president in 128 years who has a realistic chance of reclaiming the presidency four years after losing it. But to do that, he has to stop this insanity. It is one thing to root out voter fraud, which undoubtedly exists. It is quite another to have Rudolph Giuliani, hair dye dripping down both sides of his face, stand before the media with his legal team and spin conspiracy theories about a “centralized” plot to steal the election. Standing beside him, Sidney Powell – a lawyer Giuliani introduced as “representing the Trump campaign” – claimed the plot involved Cuba, Venezuela, China, the Clinton Foundation, and George Soros. Trump didn’t lose the election because of a Cuban-Venezuelan-Chinese-Clinton-Soros conspiracy. He lost because he alienated millions of voters who approved of his policies but did not vote for him because they were tired of chaos. The facts speak for themselves: In 2016, Trump won suburban voters

by two percentage points; in 2020, he lost them by 10. This shift proved decisive in key swing states such as Michigan, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, and Georgia. If he had performed in the suburbs this year the way he did four years ago, no amount of fraud, real or imagined, could have denied him a second term. The president needs to understand: These voters didn’t leave him; his behavior and rhetoric drove them away. And that same behavior and rhetoric since the election have only served to validate their choice. If he wants to win back the White House in four years’ time, he needs to win them back. And that effort starts in Georgia. If Trump flexes his political muscle and leads the GOP to victory in Georgia, it could be the first step in his political restoration. But if he lets Democrats take back the Senate because he was focused on rooting out some mythical communist conspiracy to steal the 2020 election, he will go down in ignominy – and deservedly so. (c) 2020, Washington Post Writers Group

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Inside the Global Network of White Supremacists By David Ignatius

iolent white supremacist groups have formed a connected global movement that rose before Donald Trump’s presidency and threatens to continue long after he leaves office. These white supremacist groups have used the Internet to recruit and train followers, much as Islamist extremists did a decade ago, argues a major new study by Jigsaw, a research arm of Google. The study, described here for the first time, is being published Tuesday by Jigsaw’s digital journal, the Current. The study shatters the image that many analysts have of white supremacist attackers as “lone wolf” extremists. Jared Cohen, the chief executive of Jigsaw, argues that “this myth obscures the vast underlying infrastructure of white supremacist online communities around the world.” These groups “move fluidly between mainstream and fringe platforms,” Cohen warns. They recruit followers on Facebook or YouTube, among other venues, and then direct them to protected “alt-tech” sites where they can privately share propaganda and boast about operations. The challenge as Trump’s presidency ends is how to reduce the spread of this toxic movement and deradicalize its followers. The Jigsaw study offers some useful case studies in interviews conducted over the past two years with 36 former members of white supremacist groups. But it’s clear there’s no silver bullet for deprogramming hate. Former members told Jigsaw researchers that their escapes began with basic things – a life-changing event such as a birth or death in the family; disgust with violent acts perpetrated by other followers; or

doubts raised by exposure to “minorities…they had viliﬁed,” the study explains. The movement is far larger and more violent than many people realize. Numbers collected by the University of Maryland’s Global Terrorism Database depict a network that has been growing globally since 2010 and has expanded in tandem with Islamist extremism, its twin in using online media to spread hate. Consider these comparisons: In 2009, white supremacists were responsible for six deaths in 19 incidents, while Islamist extremists were responsible for 14 deaths in 12 incidents. Those numbers kept climbing steadily through the decade. By 2019, white supremacists were linked to 165 deaths in 336 incidents, while Islamist extremists were tied to 193 deaths in 82 incidents. In three “hot spots” for white supremacists – Germany, Britain and the United States – the number of incidents seemed to spike because of special factors: in Germany, the

influx of Syrian migrants in 2015; in Britain, the angry debate over Brexit in 2016; in the United States, Trump’s presidency in 2017. But in each case, the problem predated these events. The Jigsaw researchers found that former group members had been attracted by the combination of solidarity and anonymity of the online community. One former member of several white supremacist groups explained: “Every time I went online, it was like putting on a mask, one where you’re shielded from empathy, from consequences…. I’d say all sorts of horrible things. And then I’d get offline and hang my mask up and go back to my family.” Another former member told Jigsaw researcher Beth Goldberg about her path from a curious 16-year-old browsing online forums to membership in the neo-Nazi Atomwaffen Division. As recruiters sensed her initial interest, the discussions moved to private channels where she was cultivated as a “prospect,” gaining status, and “hidden knowledge” from

the group. Eventually, before finally breaking away, she became an Atomwaffen recruiter herself. The concealment tactics of these organizations were described by a former member of a group that helped organize the August 2017 Charlottesville rally. The group urged people to celebrate “white pride” in postings on mainstream platforms, this organizer said. “Yet in private chats she was part of,” Jigsaw reported, “they talked openly about what weapons they planned to bring and what violent acts they hoped to see in Charlottesville.” How can the United States and the world step back from hatred? The Jigsaw report offers some suggestions. Facebook, YouTube, and other platforms are making it harder for extremists to spread their ideas and hook followers. Counter-radicalism networks (the Jigsaw study mentions five in the United States and Europe) are disrupting the radicalization process and helping people break from the violent subculture. What can President-elect Joe Biden do against white supremacists? He says his candidacy was motivated by horror over the Charlottesville attacks and Trump’s encouragement of extremist violence there. Biden says his presidency will be about healing. But in this angry country, combating hatred won’t be quick or easy. The Jigsaw study reminds us that the Internet is a rage accelerator. Good leaders can discourage extremism rather than feed it; they can encourage norms of good behavior. But tolerance needs to become a mass movement, more powerful than hatred. (c) 2020, Washington Post Writers Group

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ear Yehudis, So strong, courageous, sweet, and adoring. Always with the most cheerful remarks to family and friends! You were the favorite sister, sister-in-law, aunt and beyond but it was you who made others feel great. Your heart had room for everyone and anyone and all your nieces and nephews came straight into your open arms each time they saw you. It’s so hard to imagine life without you. My eyes well up with tears at the very thought, but we must have faith. You wouldn’t have wanted your passing to get us down. We, all of your precious family with whom you would take such delight, feel like we lost a true diamond. So pure, like one that glistened with the rays of the sun. Your physical presence is sadly not with us anymore, however, the simchas hachaim and ahavas Yisroel that you lived with and portrayed will be carried constantly in all of our hearts! We strive to keep your memory alive, to keep it resonating within our very being. We will try to make others feel that they are the most special, as you did; to pitch in and help siblings in need of support as you did; and to always have a compliment on the tip of our tongues for those we see, just as you always did! It was so refreshing to see your shining smile and sparkling eyes as we would enter your home. The void will surely be felt. Yehudis, you taught us such a lesson on avodas Hashem. Your tefillos were so important to you as evident from how you cherished your siddur, treating it with love and respect. No, we could never make kiddush before the Shabbos day seudah until you finished davening. You strived to have the proper kavanah in your tefillo,s making sure to be in a place that was conducive for that. You wanted to look your best on Shabbos, with nice clothing and makeup, in its honor. Yehudis, even in the hospital, on what would be your last erev Shabbos, you wanted to get ready and feel fresh for Shabbos. You made a special request that your brother, who was to come visit, bring an outfit and robe for you. That Shabbos, like every other, you were all madeup and looked beautiful! In fact, you always loved to have clothing that would make you feel special.

More important still is how beautiful you were on the inside! Whenever Mommy shopped with you, you urged her to also buy something new so she would feel good.

With Hashem at your side, you were taken from this world.

Motzei Shabbos in the hospital, you were so excited to hear havdalah and smell the besamim. Your effort to be mekayim all mitzvos and to perform them in the best way possible was always part of your life, but the fact that you were so careful even then speaks volumes. Wanting Moshiach to come

and to make Hashem proud were high on your priority list. We all wish to learn from you and have you in mind as we do. You had a strength like no other. Yehudis, you were the tiniest of all but had the confidence to match the big leagues. You were an achiever and a doer. You had an idea and got it done! You made sure your family was together on yomim tovim and for chol hamoed trips and arranged exciting trips that would be fun for everyone. You took Mommy to Florida and braved the sea dolphins! We won’t forget how you prepared an entire curriculum and purchased supplies hoping to run your very own playgroup. The beginning of the school year drew close, but for reasons unknown to us, your goals of teaching the little tots wouldn’t materialize. The effort was there. Yes, you put your heart and soul into it. You were so excited and energized with your successes. Yehudis, we, too, are so proud of how far you got with your playgroup. With Hashem at your side, you organized it and hoped. With Hashem at your side, you were taken from this world. The staff at the hospital allowed the whole family to come, despite the Covid restrictions, and you were zocheh to have us by your side when your beautiful neshama left. You looked so at peace; your face was like an angel. We are struggling to move on in life without you, Yehudis! We miss you dearly but we know that you are in a good place. Growing up, we always learned and repeated to ourselves that everything Hashem does is good and only good. When a challenge as great as this one arises, we are called upon to exercise that belief. That is our tafkid. Through the tears and with great effort, we will daven for siyata diShmaya and for the coming of Moshiach tzidkeinu, speedily! Sincerely, Your loving family Yehudis was nifteres this year at 23 years old. This article should be for an aliyah for her neshama, Yehudis Baila bas R’ Yeshaya Dovid.

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Cool Military Inventions By Avi Heiligman

wentieth century warfare presented a very different battlefield than military conflicts of the past. Airplanes, new types of ships, advanced weaponry, and better medical practices were just some of the innovations that changed the way war was fought. Innovations were vital to all militaries, and some even had uses for the civilian population. Here are some 20th century and inventions that got their start during wartime. The first war that saw the wide scale use of airplanes was World War I. Planes were used as fighters, bombers, and observers, and as the decades passed, these roles were expanded and heavily relied upon by powerful countries. Knowing where and when these planes were while flying was a key component to avoid collisions in the air and accidents on the ground. Two French Army pilots were killed in 1912 in the world’s first fatal mid-air collision, and during the war, several innovations were added to avoid accidents. Two-way radios were placed in American planes and telegraph messages could also be sent by planes once airborne. In 1917, the technology was put in place to allow an operator on the ground to directly speak with a pilot in the air. These were the early days of air traffic control, and today it is a vital component to keep all planes safe in both commercial and military settings. While air traffic controllers were busy detecting and communicating with planes in the sky, a new invention was introduced to detect submarines below the ocean’s surface. Like airplanes, submarines first saw widespread use during World War I. Both the French and Canadians worked on a microphone called a hydrophone to locate objects underwater. A German submarine was sunk by an anti-sub trawler with the help of a hydrophone in 1916. Other nations then started their own research on underwater detection, and by the end of the war, the Americans had machines that could detect U-boats that were 25 miles away. By World War II, sonar was the preferred way to detect submarines but hydrophones still remained in use my navies in various forms. X-rays were discovered in 1895, and in the years leading up to World War I were further developed to be used on a wide scale basis. During World War I, efforts by leading scientists including Noble Prize laureates were put into creating the first mobile x-ray units that were sent to the frontlines. Vehicles were outfitted with x-ray machines and darkroom equipment to process the x-rays. An electric generator was put into the vehicles so that x-ray machines could run. These vehicles helped battlefield doctors and surgeons quickly diagnose a soldier’s conditions and operate more efficiently. There were other tapes out there before duct tape

was introduced during World War II but most weren’t strong enough for military purposes. Ammunition cases needed to be kept dry, as the contents could be harmed if they became wet. Permacell, a division of Johnson & Johnson, invented the tape, and soon it was used to fix guns, jeeps and even aircraft. The uses of duct tape are immeasurable, and after the war it became a product that is found in nearly every home in America. Natural rubber was in short supply during World War I so the Russians turned to synthetic materials

that had been just been introduced. Several types of synthetics were used during the interwar period but there weren’t used on a large scale. The American military still used a large amount of rubber in building tanks, ships and outfitting their soldiers, but with the Japanese seizing many of the regions that produced rubber, the Americans looked towards synthetics. Several different types of synthetics were produced with many well-known companies like Goodyear, Firestone and Goodrich all partnering with the government to improve production capabilities for the war effort. By the end of the war, close to a million tons of synthetic rubber was being produced annually, and production continued on a large scale after the war’s end. Manufacturing continued to flourish during the Korean War, and today it is close to a $60 billion industry. One of the byproducts of synthetic rubber is silly putty. Chemists had been working with different materials, and they discovered that combining boric acid and silicone would produce a gooey substance. It had unique properties but wasn’t very practical for wartime use. It was non-toxic, bouncy, and very stretchy but it wasn’t until years after the war that it became a hit with children. Another children’s toy that can trace its roots to World War II is the slinky. A naval engineer by the name of Richard James was working with springs when one escaped from a box. The result inspired him as he saw it “dance” across a table. Like silly putty, it took several years to catch on with the toy market but over seven decades later hundreds of millions have been sold. You may be thinking What are microwaves doing on the front lines? but the truth is that they were invented by accident during World War II. American scientists realized that radar transmitters actually released enough heat to cook food, and soon the microwave was patented. Engineer Percy Spencer walked by a radar transmitter with a chocolate bar in his pocket which melted. He then he deliberately cooked a favorite microwave food as his first experiment: popcorn. Inventors and innovators are always looking for ways to improve something or fix a problem, and during wartime, they step up their game out of necessity. As such, the military is useful not just for protecting us but for giving us some added comforts in life.

Avi Heiligman is a weekly contributor to The Jewish Home. He welcomes your comments and suggestions for future columns and can be reached at aviheiligman@gmail.com.

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n 1886, a chemist named John Pemberton concocted a sweet, carbonated “brain and nerve tonic” made with coca leaves and cola nuts. Six years later, he sold his recipe for $2,300 to the druggist Asa Candler, who spun it into multinational gold. While the current product has just half the caffeine and none of the Bolivian marching powder of the original, Coca-Cola remains one of the world’s most popular beverages. The formula remains so secret that, according to company lore, only two employees know it — and they’re not allowed to travel together. (Fun fact one: in 1935, after the company swapped out beef glycerin for vegetable glycerin, Rabbi Tobias Geffen certified Coca-Cola as kosher. However, sweetening it with high-fructose corn syrup, as most bottlers currently do, makes it kitniyot, or unsuitable for Jews of European origin to drink during Passover.) Today, Coca-Cola sells nearly $40 billion worth of syrups to over 200 bottlers worldwide. Those bottlers add the fizzy soda water and sell the final product in every country except North Korea and Cuba. Naturally, those billions in sweet revenue means billions in tax – $1.8 billion in federal

income tax for 2019 alone. Apparently, though, company brass like paying those taxes about as much as loyal customers liked “New Coke.” They can’t have been happy, then, when the Tax Court issued a bitter opinion last month socking them with an extra $3.4 billion in tax.

much those separate units would reasonably charge to unrelated customers. But the process, called “transfer pricing,” encourages a fair amount of game-playing, especially when different countries impose different tax rates. Thus, a new class of tax chemists earn their living “cooking the

While the current product has just half the caffeine and none of the Bolivian marching powder of the original, Coca-Cola remains one of the world’s most popular beverages. (Fun fact two: “Coca-Cola” is the best-known brand in the world, recognized by more of the planet’s 7.7 billion humans than any other English word besides “OK.”) Here’s the issue. Companies operating across national borders have to divvy up their profits among the different countries where they do business. They’re supposed to establish “arms-length” prices that reflect how

books” the way Pemberton cooked up his original formula. In Coca-Cola’s case, the parent company here in the U.S. licenses intellectual property – trademarks, product names, logos, patents, secret formulas, and proprietary manufacturing processes – to foreign affiliates called “supply points,” who produce the syrup they sell to the bottlers. The Court’s 244-page opinion, which

digs deep into company operations and governing law, ruled that they improperly overcompensated supply points operating in Brazil, Mexico, Ireland, Chile, Costa Rica, and Swaziland. No surprise, all of those countries have lower tax rates than ours. (Fun fact three: Coca-Cola, which sells 110 billion plastic bottles per year, generates more plastic waste than anyone else in the world. The fish would like to report they are not happy, KTHXBAI.) You may be wondering how these sorts of global strategies benefit you. But plenty of local businesses use the same principles to shift income to lower-bracket taxpayers or lower-bracket tax years. That’s exactly the sort of planning we do for clients that makes us different from ordinary tax professionals. So give us a taste and see how you enjoy the savings – we’re sure you’ll find it’s the real thing!

Allan J Rolnick is a CPA who has been in practice for over 30 years in Queens, NY. He welcomes your comments and can be reached at 718-896-8715 or at allanjrcpa@aol.com.

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Color Me Consumer Rivki D. Rosenwald Esq., LMFT, CLC, SDS

hy Black Friday? Why not red? Do you really save or do you overspend on bargains and wind up in the red? Or what about calling it Blue Friday? Because as you watch your spouse, your child, yourself spend more than you need, that’s really the color you might feel: blue. Is it really a bargain if you were

not going to buy it either way? Suddenly, just because it’s cheaper, you reach out and buy it. Couldn’t you have left it sitting on the shelf and wound up with a Green Friday? Now, it’s true, Chanukah gelt is a Jewish concept. But, correct me if I’m wrong. Doesn’t that mean we are supposed to give money to our families, not our department stores? Wait, in all honesty, I’m just

presenting one side of the case. Of course, there’s always another side.... There are some historical references that say that Chanukah is a time for gift giving, as well. After all, you cannot give money on Shabbos! And there is always at least one Shabbos during Chanukah. Therefore, we have to spring for some presents. And, admittedly, it’s a fact that many people wait patiently for some items that they really do need. They’re not just going on a shopping spree. Then again, even if we purchase some things we don’t actually need on Black Friday, don’t we do that during the year, anyway? So isn’t it more rewarding getting it at a better price?! You know that many people actually wait months for great deals and

hand-washing or “recycling bachelor style”? You know, revisiting the soiled pile! Listen, some people also use this day for bonding. They’ll go shopping, mother-daughter, father-son, sister-sister – you name the duo – for that bonding experience. Any excuse for connection is great. Unless, of course, you’re always the one footing the bill. Then maybe a walk in the park or a conversation on your collapsing cushion might be better. However, if your teen is willing to hang out with you for the day, go ahead and spend – and consider it a bargain. These moments are often priceless! Either way, it’s definitely a real relief to have a day to get things for a

Are they hand-washing or “recycling bachelor style”?

strive to make do with what they have till then. They will use simple folding tables and chairs while anticipating the gorgeous dining room set they’ll find on sale. Some even sit on popping springs, collapsing cushions, even the floor, just biding their time – and bruising their bottoms – until some great sofa presents with an appealing price. And I can only speculate on how people are handling their dirty laundry while they wait to replace their broken washer and dryer. Are they

more attractive price. Because people work hard for their money and they want to be “treated right.” And Black Friday makes the attempt to do just that. So, now, tell me, when you look at it this way, ORANGE you glad a day like this exists?!

Rivki Rosenwald is a certified relationship counselor, and career and life coach. She can be contacted at 917-705-2004 or rivki@rosenwalds.com.

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