Tag Archives: Jordan

When is a Democracy not a Democracy?

Posted on 02/02/2011 by Rabbi Kaufman

Democracy is generally a good thing. It is generally better than the tyranny of a despotic ruler. Generally, not always. Sometimes, democracy can bring about a worse tyranny. The majority can install a government that is oppressive of minorities. Without … Continue reading →

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Thursday briefs

Posted on 10/28/2010 by Meryl Yourish

But it’s anti-Zionism! Jordan, the nation that signed a peace treaty with Israel, does not allow Jewish religious symbols. It used to mean no religious Jew could bring t’filin into the country. Now, you can’t even wear a yarmulke. In … Continue reading →

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Your Tuesday Israel snark briefs

Posted on 10/05/2010 by Meryl Yourish

Na na na na, na na na na, hey hey, goodbye: Israel deported the viciously anti-Israel “Nobel laureate” (as the AP continually reminds us) Mairead Corrigan Maguire. Of course, the IRA is still blowing stuff up, but hey, she won … Continue reading →

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The confidence for more terror

Posted on 08/25/2008 by Soccerdad

Daled Amos notes that the Israeli government apparently views the release of terrorists as a good thing. He sums up a news article like this: In other words, Israel is hoping to force Hamas to the negotiating table with the … Continue reading →

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Jordanian hypocrisy on the Temple Mount

Posted on 08/22/2008 by Meryl Yourish

The kingdom of Jordan, which was the guardian of Jewish holy sites from 1948 to 1967, is lecturing Israel on digging near the Temple Mount. Jordan said on Thursday it summoned the Israeli ambassador to protest against plans for excavation … Continue reading →

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Abdullah duels – with himself

Posted on 06/20/2008 by Soccerdad

In response to a question from Lally Weymouth, King Abdullah of Jordan says that he’s not afraid of Iran. Do you view Iran as the No. 1 threat in this region? I think the lack of peace [between Israel and … Continue reading →

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