Thought I'd start the blog off with some interesting perspective.

Dummy, it's not just Israel. It's the Jews.

What I finally have come to realize that no matter how dedicated we Jews are to working through democratic activities, supporting the common good for all, going above and beyond so many of our neighborhoods, it will never be enough. Never. Unfortunately.

I've had this gnawing feeling inside over time, and I couldn't point to it. And now I can. And I think part of this blog will be used to point towards my larger perception is that Christians and Muslims use Jews as pawns/scapegoats, as a potential precursor (sp?) for a head-to-head struggle.

Here's the article that made me decide to finally get this blog going:

http://www.weeklystandard.com/Content/Public/Articles/000/000/012/622bqwjn.asp

So onward - of course there will be positive stories as well - just in a cynical mood now - as I would believe many Americans are. Good night, for peace, and may you be concious of the interconnectedness of all.