I would happily settle for being able to see through the end of 2024

From today’s perspective, the past seems oh so simple.

These are excruciating times for Israel, and for the Jewish people.  It is so tempting to succumb to despair. That is why we must keep our eyes open and revel in any blessing we can find.  

Post-Oct. 7, the answer seems to matter more than ever.

Moses begged G-d to find another person to perform the daunting task of leading the Israelites to freedom. But once he agreed to do so, he succeeded brilliantly.

Faith not only provides comfort and hope; it inspires us to do G-d’s work here on earth.

During the perilous times we are living through today, when Jews worldwide feel so threatened, it is gratifying to reflect on the fact that some members of our community actively sought out Judaism, and wear that label with unremitting pride.

At a time when Judaism is under assault, let’s keep our most important institutions, our houses of worship, financially viable, vibrant, and strong.

How poignant it is to recall a period when Black and Jewish Americans were literally marching arm in arm.

Not a day goes by without someone pointing out how fortunate I am to have stepped away from serving as a college president more than a year ago.