According to a recent Op-Ed by Amb. Stuart Eizenstat, it is essential for the American Jewish community to recognize that President Obama’s broad principles provide the key to a safe and secure Jewish state. WASHINGTON (JTA) — A strong secure Jewish state of Israel, supported by the United States as a close ally, has been [...]
CraigConnects, a forum founded by Craig Newmark, is dedicated to “connecting the world for the common good.” This month, CraigConnects is running a great campaign to benefit our men in uniform; as Craig puts it, “if someone is willing to risk a bullet to protect me, least I can do is to support them.” That [...]
Tom Friedman describes the Obama Administration’s difficult position vis a vis the peace process in the Middle East. With suspicious and unyielding partners to work with, as well as the interests of American constituents to consider, the administration is in a tricky position. However, as the saying goes, when life gives you lemons, make lemonade; [...]
This stunning picture was taken by a National Geographic photographer; it is hard to believe that this is unadulterated nature and not a painting!
Below is an interview between two OneVoice Youth Leaders, Danny Shaket and Ahmad Omeir, that was featured on NPR. The two Youth Leaders, along with host Michel Martin, discussed their perspectives about the President’s meeting with Netanyahu. This clip shows the insights and potential change that can come from youth leading grassroots movements on the [...]
This weekend, President Obama addressed the AIPAC community at their annual Policy Conference. The President reaffirmed America and Israel’s valuable friendship and discussed the pressing need for striking peace in the region. Read the full remarks below. THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary ________________________________________________________________ For Immediate Release May 22, 2011 REMARKS [...]
By Adeena This week, Daniel had the honor of visiting the White House to meet with President Obama and a group of Jewish American Heritage leaders! Check out some of these great pictures including some where you can see Daniel speaking to the President about OneVoice, Michelle pensively posing with Abe, and Daniel and Michelle [...]
This New York Times article about the effects of Hamas and Fatah’s recent union is worth reading: May 4, 2011 Hurting Moderates, Helping Militants By NATHAN THRALL THE rival Palestinian groups Hamas and Fatah officially agreed this week to reconcile and form a unity government. In response, Israel has decided to punish the [...]
This initiative uses recycled bottles, in place of bricks, to construct homes. People are encouraged to fill bottles with trash, after which they are collected and put to good use. It is a great idea that both benefits the environment and creates housing for people.
Meg Wheatley and Deborah Frieze just came out with a book that is sure to be inspiring. Titled, Walk Out Walk On: A Learning Journey into Communities Daring to Live the Future Now,” the book conveys stories of the people that the women met from their work at The Berkana Institute. It hopes to mobilize [...]