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The Reconstructionist expression that the past “gets a vote, not a veto” has come up a few times in recent contributors’ posts on the blog. This expression accurately reflects the dedication to modernity and individualism that marks the more liberal streams of Judaism, particularly in North America. However, as a by-product (either intended [...]

In some ways, there’s never been a better time to be Orthodox.  For those who don’t fancy living in Israel, there are many thriving Diaspora communities, especially in the U.S.  (Think not only New York, Chicago, and L.A, but also Boca Raton, Las Vegas, and Atlanta).  Day schools are being built all over, and kosher [...]

The following recently appeared on a chat list to which I subscribe here in Israel:
Come and see the fascinating, moving, and thought-provoking documentaryThe winner of the Israeli OSCAR for best documentary as well as 9 international awardsKeep Not SilentAt Merkaz Edna 37 Pierre Koenig TalpiotWednesday March 5th, 2008, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Ilil Alexander’s film [...]

I’ve been a feminist since I was 11.  (My mother in those days affectionately called me a “libber.”)  At the time, the Equal Rights Amendment was under heated discussion at the time, and suffered a resounding defeat a couple of years later.  What made me a feminist at the time I’m not sure, but being [...]