Yup, the end of the world as we know it…

That’s what John@Argghhh! entitled this piece, and I think it might not be hyperbole. “What’s the one legal principle that keeps our democracy alive?” asked Mrs. Liebich in US History class in high school. “Ummmmm….” we collectively said, and hoped she wouldn’t pick on any of us, except maybe Leslie or Mitsu, who knew everything. Continue reading Yup, the end of the world as we know it…

Why a Zionist?

(Yet another) Excellent essay by Meryl… I sit in Israel itself as I read it, so extra cheers! I shall be very cross with you all if you don’t go read it. Yourish.com » Reply to an Egyptian letter-writer An Egyptian asks: Why am I a Zionist?