MY SAY: REFLECTIONS ON ROSH HA SHANA THE JEWISH NEW YEAR
Tonight begins a new year 5782 for the Jewish people. It is observed with reflection on a tragic history, pride in survival and achievements, and, of course delicious and savory food. This year there is also foreboding occasioned by the steep rise in overt antisemitism in America, the best and brightest corner of the diaspora.
It is demonstrated in the libels against Israel and actual violence against American Jews, particularly those in Orthodox garb. It is prevalent in the media, the academies and in the corridors of power, specifically in the Democrat party, whose grandees ignore and paper over the overt bias.
I am an optimist by nature so I will hope for a better year that restores patriotism and pride in America’s exceptionalism and legacy, and for the safety of Israel and people of good will all over the world. As we always abbreviated in the Bronx: “A happy and healthy……” rsk
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