ISRAEL’S TERROR MUST END - 9.1.2026

Israel’s killing and destruction of Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank must not become invisible to the world.

In Jenin, Israeli forces killed Palestinians, while masked Israeli settlers attacked an NBC News team. In Gaza, Israeli strikes have continued to kill Palestinians, including children. Since last October’s so-called ceasefire, more than 1,200 Palestinians have reportedly been killed in Gaza.

These are not merely statistics. They are human beings—men, women and children whose lives have been shattered by violence, displacement and fear.

The United States must not remain a silent partner in this continuing tragedy. Our government provides Israel with weapons and political support while Palestinians continue to suffer and die.

Our government must halt all weapons sales and military assistance that enable Israel’s war of terror to continue. The killing must stop. The suffering must stop. The occupation and settler violence must stop.

The United States must demand accountability and insist upon equal rights, security and dignity for Palestinians and Israelis alike.

Israel’s terror must end. The world cannot remain silent.

Israel’s Brutality Against Palestinians Must End - 9.1.2026

The World Must Stop Looking Away From The Horrific Suffering Inflicted On Palestinians In Gaza And The Occupied West Bank.

Reports Of Palestinians Being Stripped Naked, Humiliated And Subjected To Cruel Treatment Are Not Minor Incidents. They Are Profound Violations Of Human Dignity. Such Treatment Should Horrify Anyone Who Believes In Human Rights — And It Should Especially Concern Those Who Claim To Defend Jewish Values And The Lessons Of Jewish History.

At The Same Time, Israeli Attacks Continue To Kill Palestinians In Gaza. Reports That At Least Four People, Including Three Children, Were Killed Should Not Be Reduced To Another Daily Statistic.

And Where Is AIPAC When Palestinians Are Being Killed, Humiliated And Abused? Why Is So Much Effort Devoted To Attacking Critics As “Antisemitic” Instead Of Demanding That These Abuses Stop?

Condemning The Israeli Government, The IDF Or Israeli Policies Is Not Antisemitism. Antisemitism Is Hatred Of Jews. Opposition To Cruelty And Human-Rights Violations Is A Moral Duty.

Jewish History Teaches The World The Terrible Consequences Of Dehumanizing Human Beings. That Lesson Must Apply To Palestinians As Well.

The United States Must Stop Providing Political And Military Cover For Abuses And Demand An Immediate End To Attacks On Civilians, Accountability For Violations And Equal Human Rights For Palestinians And Israelis.

Silence Is Not Neutrality. In The Face Of Such Suffering, Silence Becomes Complicity.

KILLING PALESTINIANS MUST NOT BECOME INVISIBLE - 9.1.2026

The killing of Palestinians in GAZA and the WEST BANK must not become invisible to the world.

In JENIN, ISRAELI FORCES reportedly killed three Palestinians, while masked ISRAELI SETTLERS attacked an NBC NEWS team. In GAZA, ISRAELI STRIKES killed two Palestinians, including a three-year-old boy. More than 1,200 Palestinians have reportedly been killed since last October’s ceasefire.

These are not statistics. They are human beings — children, parents, and families whose lives have been shattered.

The continuing violence demands more than expressions of concern. The UNITED STATES must use its enormous influence to demand an immediate end to attacks on Palestinian civilians and an end to settler violence in the WEST BANK.

Our government must also halt weapons sales that enable continued destruction and insist that ISRAEL comply with international law.

Silence in the face of suffering is not neutrality. It is complicity.

The killing must stop. Palestinian lives must matter just as much as any other lives.

Pentagon spending - 9.1.2026

America’s Munitions Shortage should be a wake-up call, not an excuse to pour even more money into the Pentagon.

As WILLIAM HARTUNG argues, the deeper problem is our addiction to endless Wars, runaway Arms Spending and a Military-Industrial System that too often rewards Contractors rather than protecting Americans.

The United States has spent trillions on War and Weapons, yet our Stockpiles are being depleted. Expensive Missiles are being used against relatively inexpensive Drones, while Military Contractors continue to profit. Meanwhile, urgent needs at home—Health Care, Infrastructure, Housing, Education and Environmental Protection—remain underfunded.

This is not simply a “Munitions Gap.” It is a Policy Failure.

We should stop treating every international Crisis as another reason to arm, bomb and escalate. Diplomacy—not an endless supply of Weapons—should be our first line of Defense.

Congress must demand Accountability from the Pentagon, curb wasteful Weapons Programs and end the cycle of Endless War.

America needs a Peace Dividend—not another trillion-dollar War Machine.

Holocaust Survivor Speaks Out - 8.31.2026

Colette Avital, an 86-year-old holocaust survivor, former Israeli diplomat and former Knesset member, delivered a deeply disturbing warning in her interview with Christiane Amanpour on PBS.

Avital described the erosion of Israeli democracy, growing police violence against demonstrators, and the destruction of freedom of speech, academia and the press.

Even more disturbing were her accounts of violence against Palestinians in the West Bank. She described a case in which settlers reportedly entered a Palestinian village, tied up women and children, took their phones, and stripped and abused a Palestinian man.

These allegations demand serious, independent investigation. No government, army or settler group should be above the law.

Avital's testimony carries particular moral weight. As a holocaust survivor who devoted her life to serving Israel, she understands the terrible consequences of dehumanization and unchecked power.

Israel's security cannot be achieved through occupation, humiliation and violence. The only sustainable path is respect for human rights, democracy, Palestinian self-determination and a genuine political solution.

The world must not remain silent.

Nepal’s tragedy - 8.30.2026

The catastrophe in Nepal should not be viewed as an isolated tragedy. It is a stark warning of how vulnerable humanity has become to extreme weather and environmental destruction. We cannot continue increasing our dependence on fossil fuels while ignoring the consequences.

But there is another lesson. Excessive greed for wealth, land and power is an enemy of humanity. What does a person gain by accumulating enormous wealth and power if, in the end, they lose their soul?

The scriptures of many faiths warn us against greed. The Bible asks: “What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul?” (Mark 8:36). Sikhism teaches that lobh (greed) is one of the forces that enslave us. The Guru Granth Sahib teaches us to live with humility, compassion and remembrance of God.

The same moral warning appears across faiths: wealth and power are temporary, but our responsibility to humanity is eternal.

At the end of life, we leave our wealth and possessions behind. We cannot take land, money or power with us. Our ultimate accountability is not before presidents, billionaires or kings, but before God, the chief judge of humanity.

Wars over land and power are often fueled by greed. Humanity must choose a different path: less greed, less fossil-fuel dependence, less war—and far more compassion, justice and stewardship of our planet.

A Warning From the Finance Gurus: The Dangers of the Bond Market - 8.30.2026

The bond market is often called the “canary in the coal mine” for the economy. When investors lose confidence in government finances, inflation control, or economic stability, they may sell bonds. That can push interest rates higher.

Why this matters to ordinary Americans:

• Higher mortgage rates → homes become less affordable.

• Higher borrowing costs → credit cards, car loans, and business loans become more expensive.

• Higher government interest payments → more federal money goes toward servicing the national debt rather than public services.

• Falling bond prices → can hurt retirees and others who depend on fixed-income investments.

• If confidence deteriorates sharply, it can trigger broader financial-market turmoil.

The key warning is that a bond-market problem can spread beyond Wall Street and eventually hit household budgets, jobs, housing, and government finances.

In simple terms: When investors begin demanding much higher interest to lend money, it can be a warning that serious economic trouble is ahead.

Hope In A World Under Pressure - 8.29.2026

Our world is facing multiple crises at once: war, political division, climate change and a growing sense of despair.

Colette Avital, a former member of the Israeli Knesset, offers an important perspective on Israel’s deeply divided society and the continuing wars in the Middle East. These conflicts remind us of the terrible human cost when political leaders choose confrontation over diplomacy.

Bill Weir, CNN’s climate correspondent, brings another warning from the Arctic, where climate change is transforming one of the world’s most fragile regions. What happens there will affect people far beyond the Arctic.

Rebecca Solnit, the writer and activist, asks an equally important question: how do we find hope in such a difficult political climate?

We should not surrender to despair. We need citizens, journalists and leaders willing to confront reality, defend human dignity and insist on peaceful solutions. Hope is not passive—it is the determination to believe that a better future remains possible and to work for it.

Dolly Parton: A Life Of Giving - 8.29.2026

Dolly Parton captured the heart of the world not simply because she was a brilliant singer and songwriter, but because she never forgot where she came from.

Born into extreme poverty in rural Tennessee, Parton grew up in a large family with little money and few material comforts. Yet from those humble beginnings came one of America’s greatest musical talents. She has written more than 3,000 songs, including “Jolene,” “Coat Of Many Colors,” “9 To 5” and “I Will Always Love You.”

But her greatest legacy may be her generosity.

In 1995, Parton founded the Imagination Library, inspired partly by her father, who could not read or write. The program sends free, high-quality books to children from birth to age five. What began in her home county has grown into an international movement that has distributed more than 300 million books.

Parton understood something profound: wealth is most meaningful when it is used to lift others.

In an age of enormous fortunes and growing inequality, Dolly Parton showed that true greatness is not measured by how much we accumulate, but by how much we give.

Her music entertained millions. Her generosity changed lives. Her example reminds us that kindness can be one of the greatest legacies any human being leaves behind.

Is America on the decline? - 8.29.2026

Is America experiencing a temporary political aberration, or are we witnessing a deeper and potentially permanent decline?

America’s strength has never rested solely on military or economic power. It has also depended on the trust of its allies, the confidence of its citizens, respect for democratic institutions, and the moral authority to lead by example.

Today, political division, anger, distrust, and confrontational leadership are damaging that foundation. When allies feel bullied rather than respected, America risks becoming increasingly isolated. When political power is used to deepen divisions instead of uniting citizens, democracy itself becomes weaker.

Yet decline is not inevitable. America has overcome serious crises before. The question is whether citizens will recognize the danger and demand leadership based on truth, responsibility, respect, and democratic values.

The choice is ultimately ours: Will this be remembered as a troubling aberration from which America recovered, or as the beginning of a permanent decline in American democracy, unity, and moral leadership?

That question should concern every American—regardless of political party.

Israel's far right undemocratic government - Israel’s Future Demands A Moral Reckoning - 8.29.2026

The conversation between former Israeli Knesset member Colette Avital and Christiane Amanpour should concern everyone who cares about Israel, Palestine and the future of the Middle East.

Avital’s message is difficult to ignore: Israel cannot achieve lasting security through endless war, military force and the denial of Palestinian rights. Security requires a political solution that recognizes the humanity, dignity and legitimate aspirations of Palestinians.

The continuing devastation in Gaza cannot simply be dismissed as an unavoidable consequence of war. The world must demand accountability, humanitarian access and an end to policies that deepen suffering and make peace increasingly impossible.

The United States also has a responsibility. American support should not mean unconditional support for any Israeli government or military policy. Washington must use its considerable influence to demand respect for international law, protection of civilians and a credible path toward Palestinian self-determination.

As Avital’s perspective makes clear, criticizing government policy is not hatred of Israel or antisemitism. It is a necessary part of democratic debate.

Israelis and Palestinians deserve something better than perpetual war. They deserve security, freedom, dignity and peace.

The question is whether political leaders have the courage to choose that path.

A good start would be to end the occupation , create a Palestinian state—and end the torture of Palestinians in Israeli prisons.

Stop Turning Tragedy Into Terror - 8.28.2026

The killing of a newlywed woman in an Israeli strike on Lebanon is yet another heartbreaking reminder of the human cost of military escalation. At the same time, Gaza’s children are protesting as Israel’s military chief reportedly declares kite flying a “terrorist act.”

When children flying kites are treated as terrorists, something has gone terribly wrong. Children should be protected, not militarized, threatened or treated as enemies.

The international community, especially the United States, must demand accountability and an immediate end to attacks that kill civilians. Israel’s government must respect international law and protect children and other noncombatants.

The world cannot remain silent while innocent people pay the price of endless conflict. Peace requires more than statements—it requires political courage, accountability and an unwavering commitment to protecting human life.

The American Middle Class Is Being Squeezed From Every Direction - The anger is getting louder, is Washinton listening? - 8.27.2026

Robert Reich, the economist and former U.S. labor secretary, warns that most Americans are getting poorer while wealth and power become increasingly concentrated at the top. The middle class being squeezed includes working families, small-business owners, retirees and millions of Americans whose wages cannot keep pace with housing, food, healthcare and other essential costs.

What makes this moment especially dangerous is that the anger crosses political lines. Many MAGA voters supported Donald Trump hoping he would put Americans first and end endless foreign wars. Instead, they may feel betrayed by another costly conflict involving Iran and Israel. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been a central figure in the conflict, adding to the frustration of Americans who believe Washington should stop putting foreign wars ahead of domestic needs.

MAGA voters should make their voices heard loudly in Washington: Put America’s working families first!

The concerns raised by two New York Times reporters, Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan, in their bestselling book Regime Change have attracted enormous attention; the book has sold more than 600,000 copies. (Axios)

Meanwhile, global warming is creating enormous problems, while increasingly labor-intensive applications of artificial intelligence could threaten millions of jobs.

Washington ignores the MAGA movement and the broader middle class at its peril. If politicians continue to ignore voters struggling with economic insecurity, war, climate change and technological disruption, Americans could deliver a powerful beating at the midterm elections.

Karen Attia - 8.27.2026

The reinstatement of Karen Attiah by The Washington Post is far more than a personal victory. It is an important victory for freedom of the press and freedom of expression.

A private arbitrator ordered the Post to rehire Attiah with back pay after she was fired over comments following the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Attiah argued that her comments addressed America’s unequal responses to political violence—not white men generally

Her case raises a disturbing question: can journalists truly speak truth to power if powerful institutions punish them for expressing uncomfortable opinions? Attiah’s victory, supported by her union and the arbitration process, demonstrates why independent journalism and strong journalist unions are essential.

The danger is especially serious when political pressure encourages media organizations to silence critics or make journalists afraid to challenge those in power. A free press cannot exist if journalists must constantly calculate whether truthful reporting or commentary might cost them their careers.

Karen Attiah’s message deserves to be remembered: defending journalistic freedom requires courage. Democracy depends on journalists who are willing to speak—and institutions willing to protect their right to do so.

TRUMP’S ATTACK ON MAIL-IN VOTING: A THREAT TO DEMOCRACY - 8.27.2026

Ari Berman’s warning about Donald Trump’s contested effort to restrict mail-in voting should concern every American who values democracy. Voting by mail is an essential way for millions of citizens—including seniors, people with disabilities, military personnel, and those unable to reach polling places easily—to participate in elections.

Any attempt by the federal government to restrict access to mail-in voting risks disenfranchising eligible voters and undermining confidence in our elections. The right to vote should not depend on a person’s health, location, work schedule, or ability to stand in a polling line.

The courts, Congress, and the American people must insist that voting rights remain protected from political interference. Democracy depends not merely on holding elections, but on ensuring that every eligible citizen has a meaningful opportunity to cast a ballot.

Michael Palin, what has happened to our conscience - 8.26.2026

The recent discussion on Amanpour & Company, including Michael Palin’s reflections on the importance of observing the world and remaining responsive to it, raises a profound question: what has happened to our conscience?

Journalists who risk their lives to report wars, suffering and injustice are not the enemy. They are the eyes and ears of the public. When journalists are attacked, threatened or killed for exposing the truth, democracy itself is endangered.

Michael Palin reminds us of the importance of looking at the world honestly and questioning authority. That responsibility is especially vital when innocent people are suffering and the powerful seek to silence those who document it.

We must not become numb to violence against journalists. A civilized society protects those who seek the truth. If we lose the courage to witness, question and speak out, we lose something essential to our humanity.

The path to peace begins with truth, conscience and the courage to listen. 

Path to Peace with Israel and Palestine - 8.26.2026

In a time when despair dominates the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the partnership of Aziz Abu Sarah and Maoz Inon offers a powerful alternative: choosing reconciliation over revenge.

Abu Sarah, a Palestinian, and Inon, an Israeli Jew, have both experienced devastating personal loss. Yet instead of allowing grief to deepen hatred, they have joined together to promote dialogue, human dignity and a peaceful future for both peoples.

Their message deserves far more attention from political leaders and the public. Peace cannot be built by bombs, occupation, humiliation or collective punishment. It requires recognizing the humanity, rights and suffering of Palestinians and Israelis alike.

Their cooperation demonstrates that reconciliation is not weakness. It is an act of extraordinary courage. If two people who have suffered such profound losses can reject hatred and work together, governments and communities can do the same.

The world should amplify their message: security for Israelis and freedom, dignity and equal rights for Palestinians are not competing goals. They are the foundation of lasting peace.

Aid Workers, Journalists And Palestinian Heritage - 8.26.2026

The mass murder of Journalists and Aid Workers in Gaza should shock the conscience of the World. The UN reported that at least 589 Aid Workers had been killed in Gaza since October 2023, including 397 UN staff. These are not merely numbers; they are people who risked their lives providing essential humanitarian assistance.

Palestinians recently held a Vigil to honor Journalists killed in an Israeli Strike a year ago. Journalists must be protected, not treated as targets.

Equally disturbing is the destruction of a Limestone Monument in the occupied West Bank. Reports that Israeli forces stood by while an Israeli far-right Lawmaker destroyed the Monument raise serious questions about accountability and the protection of Palestinian Cultural Heritage.

If Soldiers and Political Leaders can stand by while Cultural Heritage is destroyed and Aid Workers and Journalists are subjected to mass murder, the International Community cannot remain silent.

The United Nations and Governments around the World must demand independent investigations, accountability, and full protection for Journalists, Aid Workers and Cultural Heritage.

International Law must apply to everyone. Human Life and Human Dignity cannot depend on nationality.

The Road to Today’s Iran Conflict Runs Through 1953 - 8.26.2026

The current U.S.–Iran Conflict cannot be understood by starting the Story in 1979. In CHRISTIANE AMANPOUR’s Conversation with GENERAL STANLEY MCCHRYSTAL, the roots of today’s Confrontation are traced back to the disastrous 1953 Intervention in Iran.

In 1953, Iran’s elected Prime Minister MOHAMMAD MOSSADEGH nationalized the Country’s Oil Industry, challenging British Control over Iranian Oil. Britain’s MI6 and the U.S. CIA then collaborated in a Coup that overthrew MOSSADEGH and strengthened the Power of SHAH MOHAMMAD REZA PAHLAVI.

The SHAH became a close U.S. Ally, but his Authoritarian Government suppressed Political Opposition. SAVAK became a symbol of Repression. Decades of Authoritarian Rule, Inequality and Resentment over Foreign Interference helped create the Conditions that eventually produced the 1979 Iranian Revolution.

Israel attacks Gaza’s Water, Mosques and Children - 8.25.2026

Israel’s bombing of Gaza continues to destroy not only Homes but the basic necessities of Life. Reports that an Israeli strike hit a Water Desalination Plant, a Mosque and Tents, killing seven people, including Children, should shock the Conscience of the World.

The Jewish People lost millions of Children and other innocent Lives in the Holocaust. It is therefore especially painful to see such profound insensitivity toward the suffering of Palestinian Children and Families today. Remembering the Holocaust should strengthen our commitment to protecting every innocent Human Life, regardless of Faith or Nationality.

People of Faith build Mosques, Churches, Synagogues and Temples to honor and glorify our common Creator. Destroying Houses of Worship is not merely an attack on Buildings; it is an insult to the sacred Values that unite Humanity.

Water is essential for Survival. Destroying a Desalination Facility where Civilians already face severe shortages makes an unbearable Humanitarian Crisis even worse. Attacking Places of Worship and Tents sheltering displaced Families compounds their suffering.

The deaths of Children must never become Statistics. The United States and the International Community must demand Protection for Civilians, respect for Houses of Worship and Accountability for those responsible.

We must reject Hatred and Dehumanization wherever they occur. The Lives of Palestinian Children are no less precious than the Lives of Jewish, Christian or any other Children.

Bill Maher’s Gaza Denial Betrays His Own Moral Code - 8.24.2026

Bill Maher has spent much of his life questioning religion and challenging religious beliefs. yet when confronted with the horrifying reality facing civilians in Gaza, his dismissal of the charge of genocide is deeply troubling.

Denying the scale of the bombing, destruction, mass starvation and suffering does not make those realities disappear. civilians, including children, have endured unimaginable devastation. whatever one's views about religion, politics or the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, human suffering should never be minimized.

If Bill Maher takes pride in skepticism and independent thought, he should apply that same skepticism to claims that excuse or normalize the suffering of Palestinians. acknowledging Jewish roots or identity should never require ignoring the suffering of another people.

The moral question is simple: can we condemn attacks on civilians and starvation wherever they occur, without political or religious double standards?

Silence in the face of mass suffering is not courage. neither is dismissing legitimate questions about whether the conduct in Gaza meets the definition of genocide. the victims deserve our humanity, our attention and an honest reckoning.

Shame on anyone who trivializes their suffering.

Bill Maher can challenge religion all he wants, but dismissing the horror in Gaza is another matter. Bombing, mass starvation and the suffering of civilians—including children—demand moral scrutiny, not denial. No political or religious identity should silence compassion for victims. 

War criminals: Itamar Ben-Gvir, Netanyahu - 8.24.2026

Israel’s continuing attacks on Gaza, with Children among the dead and wounded, should shock the Conscience of the World. Even as Civilians suffer, Israel’s National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has celebrated the construction of Gallows intended for Palestinians—a horrifying symbol of how far Dehumanization has gone.

At the same time, Israel is conducting Strikes in Syria while participating in U.S.-brokered Talks with the Syrian Government. Diplomacy cannot succeed when Military Force continues alongside Negotiations.

The United States must use its enormous Influence to demand an immediate end to attacks on Civilians, reject Executions and Collective Punishment, and insist on genuine Negotiations. America should not provide Diplomatic or Military Cover for Policies that deepen Suffering and make Peace ever more distant.

The killing of Children and the construction of Gallows should not be treated as normal Politics. They demand Accountability, Restraint, and an urgent Commitment to human life.

Benjamin Netanyahu: The Ultimate Antisemite? - 8.23.2026

Benjamin Netanyahu’s government appears determined to deepen a two-tier system of rule that has inflicted enormous suffering on Palestinians. Restrictions on Palestinian workers, withheld tax revenues, and banking restrictions have damaged the economy and weakened essential public services. Health care has suffered, with shortages of medicines and reduced staffing.

Mr. Netanyahu, you and your right-wing allies should remember Judaism’s own moral teachings.

The Torah commands: “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” (Leviticus 19:18)

It also commands: “You shall not oppress the stranger.” (Exodus 22:21)

And Genesis teaches that every human being is created “in the image of God.” (Genesis 1:27)

The prophet Micah asks what God requires of us: “To do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with your God.” (Micah 6:8)

These teachings do not distinguish between Jewish and Palestinian human dignity.

When political power, territory and survival become more important than justice, compassion and human life, Judaism’s highest values are betrayed.

The suffering of Palestinian children and families should trouble everyone who believes that human life is sacred.

Mr. Netanyahu, history will judge whether you upheld Judaism’s highest moral values—or abandoned them in the pursuit of power.

Meta’s Algorithm And Our Children - 8.23.2026

META should be held accountable for the dangers its addictive algorithms can pose to children.

Social-media platforms are not simply showing children what they want to see. Their algorithms are designed to keep users engaged—encouraging them to stay longer, scroll further and return repeatedly. For children, whose brains and judgment are still developing, this can be especially harmful.

META has faced lawsuits seeking billions of dollars in damages over allegations that its platforms contribute to harm among young users. These allegations deserve serious public and governmental scrutiny.

We should not allow corporate profits to come before the well-being of our children. If META’s algorithms are deliberately designed to keep children hooked, the company must be required to change those practices and put child safety ahead of maximizing engagement.

Our children deserve technology that serves them—not technology engineered to keep them addicted.

$1 Trillion In Interest While Americans Struggle - 8.23.2026

The image of $1 Trillion being tossed into a Garbage Can is a powerful symbol of America’s Fiscal Crisis. The Government is spending roughly $1 Trillion a year on Interest Payments while the National Debt has surpassed $40 Trillion.

Meanwhile, Americans—including many MAGA Supporters—are struggling with high Grocery Bills, expensive Housing and Gasoline. Empty Shopping Baskets have become a painful symbol of the economic pressure facing Families.

We should demand the highest Ethical Standards from our President and Members of Congress. No President should use the power of the Office, nonpublic Information or Government Decisions to enrich himself or his Family. No Member of Congress should use privileged Information for personal Financial Gain.

President DONALD TRUMP and Congress should face rigorous Transparency and independent Ethics Oversight. Any potential Conflicts of Interest must be fully investigated. The Public deserves to know whether Government Power is being used for Private Benefit.

Whether they are MAGA, Democrats, Republicans or Independents, Americans should be outraged when powerful People appear to play by different Rules.

With $40 Trillion in National Debt and roughly $1 Trillion a year going toward Interest, America cannot afford Corruption, Self-Dealing or a Government that puts Private Wealth ahead of the Public Interest.

We need Accountability, Transparency and One Set of Rules for Everyone.

Justice and Accountability for Hind Rajab - 8.21.2026

Israel’s decision to open an investigation into the 2024 killing of 5-year-old Hind Rajab comes far too late. The Israeli military has acknowledged that its soldiers opened fire on the car carrying Hind and her relatives, while two Palestine Red Crescent medics sent to rescue her were also killed.

Israelis, perhaps more than anyone, should be especially sensitive to the brutal and deliberate killing of Palestinian children, having suffered the loss of so many children throughout their own history. The deliberate killing of a child is an ultimate moral sin—one that people of every faith, including Jews, should recognize.

We are all children of the same father, God. The life of a Palestinian child is no less precious than that of an Israeli child.

Yet the United States and other countries continue supplying weapons to Israel. By doing so, we risk sharing responsibility for the bloodshed. Enough is enough. No more weapons to Israel.

The world must demand an independent investigation, genuine accountability and a Palestinian state. Settler terrorists must not be allowed to prevail.

And where are the Rabbis? Why are so many silent while Palestinian children are being killed?

Justice for Hind Rajab demands that we speak out.

Huff & Puff - 8.21.2026

The Treasury Department’s threat to sanction Iran and its trading partners — essentially declaring, “you are either with us or against us” — echoes the dangerous rhetoric used by President George W. Bush before the invasion of Iraq.

that War devastated Iraq, killed tens of thousands of Iraqis, and involved abuses including waterboarding. the claim that Iraq possessed weapons of mass destruction proved false, as did attempts to link Saddam Hussein’s regime to the 9/11 attacks.

we should not repeat this history with Iran. Britain and the United States played a major role in destabilizing Iran, including the CIA-backed overthrow of Iran’s democratically elected Government in 1953 after its decision to nationalize its Oil Industry.

great Powers rarely acknowledge or make meaningful amends for such destructive interventions. instead, they too often resort to Sanctions, Threats and Military pressure.

if America and its Allies truly believe in Justice and International Law, they should confront their own History honestly. rather than threatening Iran with “with us or against us” ultimatums, we should pursue Diplomacy, Accountability and Reconciliation.

the United States and Britain owe the People of Iran and Iraq a profound Moral Reckoning — and,, Reparations — for the immense suffering caused by past Interventions.

Defending Muslim Women’s Rights - 8.20.2026

The treatment of women under the Taliban in Afghanistan and under Iran’s authoritarian system should concern people of every faith. Women should never be denied education, freedom of speech, employment, or the right to choose what they wear.

It is especially troubling when religion is used to justify discrimination or the abuse of women. Muslim women deserve the same dignity, freedom, education, and opportunities as everyone else. Muslim men who believe in equality should speak out against policies that oppress women.

The Quran contains passages affirming the spiritual and moral equality of men and women. For example, Quran 33:35 lists believing men and women together, promising both forgiveness and a great reward. Quran 9:71 describes believing men and women as allies who support one another in promoting good. Quran 16:97 says that whoever does good deeds, whether male or female, will receive a good life and reward.

No government or religious authority should use faith as an excuse to silence women or deny them education. The voices of Muslim women themselves must be heard and respected.

The struggle for women’s equality is universal. It is time for women—and men who support them—to reject every form of gender apartheid, wherever it occurs. 

A Demand for Accountability: Ending the Violence and Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza - 8.20.2026

Israel continues to murder Palestinian men, women, and children under the leadership of a convicted war criminal, PM BENJAMIN NETANYAHU, while the U.S. and EU maintain a steady supply of weapons.

Israel’s continuing attacks on Palestinians in Gaza and its expansion of illegal Settlements should horrify the World. Reports of more Palestinians being killed, including Children, and the Military’s admission of responsibility for the deaths of five-year-old Hind Rajab, her Family and Paramedics demand accountability.

We must never ignore the Horror of the Holocaust. But let us not use the Holocaust as a reason to ignore the savage Crimes being committed against Palestinian Men, Women and Children today.

The growing international Revulsion is understandable. The suffering of Palestinians and Lebanese Civilians cannot be justified as “Security.” The expansion of illegal Settlements further demonstrates how violence and dispossession are being entrenched.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Government must be held accountable for its actions. The World cannot remain silent while Civilians are killed, Humanitarian suffering deepens and International Law is disregarded.

The United States and other Governments must demand an immediate end to attacks on Civilians, unrestricted Humanitarian Aid and genuine accountability for alleged War Crimes. No Government should be above International Law.

Gaza Cannot Have A Ceasefire In Name Only - 8.19.2026

The reports from Gaza And The Occupied West Bank should shock the conscience. At least seven Palestinians, including a child, were killed in an Israeli airstrike on a cafe in Gaza, even as officials continue to speak of a truce. Since last October’s ceasefire, more than 1,200 Palestinians have reportedly been killed.

As Abu Ahmad said, “The people of Gaza are bleeding every day.” A ceasefire that exists only in statements is not a real ceasefire.

In The West Bank, Palestinian American Loui Ridi returned from Ohio to defend his family home after Israeli settlers surrounded it and blocked those inside from leaving. Even U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee described the settler siege as a “horrific act of terror.”

The United States must demand that ceasefires be genuinely enforced and that Palestinian civilians and their homes be protected. American diplomacy should not merely express concern after people are killed or families are terrorized. It should use America’s considerable influence to stop the violence, protect civilians, and advance a political solution that recognizes the humanity and rights of Palestinians. 

Response to Thomas L. Friedman - 8.19.2026

It’s a pity that Thomas L. Friedman, despite his excellent writing skills, consistently fails to use his powerful voice to expose what I see as Israel’s horrific mass killing, starvation, and destruction of Palestinian lives in Gaza, as well as settler terror in the West Bank.

At the bottom of his argument, Friedman points to Hamas and the Houthis as examples of small forces capable of effective resistance against much larger powers. But is he implying that the starving people of Gaza and Lebanon have no right to defend themselves?

Netanyahu, who faces serious international allegations and legal proceedings concerning alleged war crimes, should be held accountable under international law if the evidence establishes those crimes. Meanwhile, some of humanity’s best people—doctors, nurses, journalists, and humanitarian aid workers—have reportedly suffered abuse and mistreatment in detention.

One cannot demand that the weak surrender while ignoring the actions of the powerful. If Friedman is willing to examine resistance by Hamas and the Houthis, he should apply the same moral and journalistic scrutiny to the actions of Israel and its leaders.

The suffering of Palestinian civilians deserves the same attention, humanity, and moral outrage.

Finally, I urge Friedman to campaign vigorously for the immediate release of Dr. Ahmed Abu Safiya and other aid workers who have been brutally beaten and are languishing in Israel’s dungeons. 

The latest developments in Gaza are deeply troubling. According to the discussion on Democracy Now!, Israel has rejected a 15-point proposal that would require Hamas to disarm while also requiring Israel to stop its attacks and allow humanitarian aid into Gaza.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s refusal to accept these terms appears to place political survival and hard-line demands above the urgent need for peace. As Mouin Rabbani explained, conditioning Israel’s obligations on the complete disarmament of Hamas could become a “poison pill,” allowing the cessation of hostilities to be postponed indefinitely.

Even more alarming are the reported statements by National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, who has advocated killing 30–40 Palestinians every night in Gaza and used deeply dehumanizing language about Palestinians. Such rhetoric—especially when it encompasses civilians, including men, women, and children—must never be normalized or accepted.

The United States should use its influence to demand an immediate end to attacks on civilians, unrestricted humanitarian assistance, and a genuine political solution that recognizes the humanity, rights, and security of both Palestinians and Israelis. Diplomacy—not endless warfare—must be the path forward.

Our national debt is approaching $49 trillion & counting - 8.18.2026

The $40 Trillion Debt: A Failure of Leadership

the $40 trillion national debt should be a wake-up call for every American.

as PBS NewsHour reported, the federal debt is approaching $40 trillion, while interest alone now costs taxpayers more than $1.2 trillion a year. that is roughly $3 billion every day spent simply paying interest.

what does $40 trillion look like? PBS NewsHour offered a startling comparison: it is more than the combined value of every single-family home in America.

this is not merely a number on a government balance sheet. it represents a profound failure of fiscal leadership by both the white house and congress, across administrations and political parties.

instead of confronting the debt, washington continues to spend, borrow and postpone difficult decisions. future generations will inherit the bill.

congress and the white house must put the national debt at the center of the national agenda. responsible budgeting, serious spending priorities and a credible long-term plan are urgently needed.

$40 trillion should not be treated as business as usual. it is a warning that America can no longer afford political irresponsibility.

Shameful Act By The U.K. To Intimidate A Human Rights Lawyer - 8.18.2026

The case of human rights lawyer Rajiv Menon should concern everyone who believes in the rule of law and the independence of the legal profession.

Menon is facing criminal contempt charges over arguments he made while defending six Palestine Action activists. According to Democracy Now!, the case raises serious questions about whether lawyers can vigorously represent their clients and address matters of public importance without fear of prosecution.

Whatever one thinks of Palestine Action or its methods, defendants are entitled to competent legal representation and a fair trial. A lawyer should not be punished simply for forcefully presenting a client's case or challenging the actions of government authorities.

The prosecution of Menon risks creating a chilling effect far beyond this one case. If lawyers fear contempt charges for speaking forcefully in court, the independence of the legal profession—and ultimately the rule of law—is weakened.

The U.K. should protect the right to a vigorous defense, even when the case is politically controversial.

Shameful Act By The U.K. To Intimidate A Human Rights Lawyer - 8.18.2026

The case of human rights lawyer Rajiv Menon should concern everyone who believes in the rule of law and the independence of the legal profession.

Menon is facing criminal contempt charges over arguments he made while defending six Palestine Action activists. According to Democracy Now!, the case raises serious questions about whether lawyers can vigorously represent their clients and address matters of public importance without fear of prosecution.

Whatever one thinks of Palestine Action or its methods, defendants are entitled to competent legal representation and a fair trial. A lawyer should not be punished simply for forcefully presenting a client's case or challenging the actions of government authorities.

The prosecution of Menon risks creating a chilling effect far beyond this one case. If lawyers fear contempt charges for speaking forcefully in court, the independence of the legal profession—and ultimately the rule of law—is weakened.

The U.K. should protect the right to a vigorous defense, even when the case is politically controversial.

Mushrooms & 60 minutes - 8.17.2026

The segment followed Michael Giardina, a Navy veteran, and other veterans who participated in a supervised psychedelic-mushroom retreat in Mexico. Giardina had experienced serious childhood trauma as well as trauma connected with his later life and military service. During the psilocybin experience, painful memories and emotions resurfaced, but he described the experience as ultimately helping him confront rather than suppress those experiences.

The important point was that PTSD may involve trauma that began before military service, and psychedelic-assisted therapy may help some people process deeply buried trauma. Nearly a year after the retreat, eight of nine participants reported that the experience had been life-changing and that their PTSD symptoms had improved.

The Killing Of Palestinians & Lebanese Must End - 8.17.2026

Human Life Is Not a Political Bargainsrael’s latest airstrikes in Lebanon, which reportedly killed at least 11 people, are a grim reminder that civilians continue to pay the price of military escalation.

At the same time, Israel is announcing plans to transfer policing of settlers to an Israeli civilian police force. This raises serious questions about whether settlers who commit violence will truly be held accountable.

The United States should not remain silent. Washington must demand adherence to international law and the protection of civilians.

Military power cannot create lasting security. Accountability, diplomacy, and respect for human life must be at the center of U.S. policy toward Israel and the region.

The United States should use its influence to press for an end to attacks on civilians and for genuine accountability for those who commit violence. Our commitment to human rights must apply to everyone.

Beyond Endless War: The Case for Conditioned Diplomacy in Afghanistan - 8.16.2026

The Taliban drove the United States out of Afghanistan. Now, Afghanistan’s foreign minister wants the United States to reopen its embassy and invest in the country.

This request deserves careful consideration, but reopening the embassy should not mean a return to business as usual. The Taliban’s record on human rights, women’s rights, and democratic freedoms cannot be ignored.

The United States should learn from its long and costly involvement in Afghanistan. Diplomacy is preferable to isolation, but renewed engagement must protect American interests while upholding basic human rights. Any return to diplomatic relations should require meaningful guarantees for the rights, education, and safety of women and girls.

America has already paid an enormous price in Afghanistan. Our future relationship should be based not on military intervention, but on principled diplomacy, accountability, and respect for human dignity.

We must also remember the thousands of Afghans who supported America, especially translators and others who were promised protection. We owe them a debt of honor and should do everything possible to fulfill those commitments. American presidents should honor commitments made by their predecessors.

God did not give girls the gift of life so that they could be oppressed by men. Our goal must be peace, stability, and human dignity—not another endless war.

We should also remember the tragic lessons of the George W. Bush administration, when an opportunity for negotiations with the Taliban was dismissed. We must never repeat such costly mistakes. 

AMERICAN DOCTOR” REMINDS US THAT BEHIND EVERY STATISTIC IS A HUMAN LIFE - 8.15.2026

“AMERICAN DOCTOR” REMINDS US THAT BEHIND EVERY STATISTIC IS A HUMAN LIFE. EVERY LIFE DESERVES PROTECTION. HOSPITALS MUST BE SANCTUARIES, NOT BATTLEFIELDS. TO DO OTHERWISE VIOLATES OUR PROFESSED COMMITMENT TO THE SANCTITY OF ALL LIFE.

Trump switches planes - Plane switching endangered reporters and white house staff - 8.14.2026

The reported secret plane switch by President Donald Trump raises serious questions about presidential security, intelligence sharing, and press freedom.

According to media reporting!, an alleged threat from Iran was relayed by Israel, but the CIA reportedly had low confidence in the intelligence. President Trump was secretly moved to another aircraft, while journalists and White House staffers remained on the original plane.

Even more troubling is what followed: reporters investigating the security questions surrounding the presidential aircraft were subpoenaed. Attempts to intimidate journalists who are simply doing their jobs threaten the public’s constitutional right to know how its government operates.

This episode demands a full, independent investigation. Who provided the intelligence? Why was it considered credible enough to trigger such an extraordinary operation despite CIA doubts? Why were reporters placed at risk? And why were journalists targeted for reporting on legitimate national-security concerns?

Presidential security must be taken seriously—but so must press freedom, government transparency, and accountability. Americans deserve answers, not secrecy and intimidation. 

Israeli Settler & IDF terrorism - 8.13.2026

Israeli settlers’ siege of Palestinian homes in Qusra, an occupied west bank village, is another grim reminder that Palestinians live under a system of intimidation and dispossession.

the international community must not treat settler violence as an isolated local dispute. when armed settlers besiege families in their homes, the Israeli government has a responsibility to protect Palestinian civilians and uphold international law.

the united states and other governments that provide political, military and economic support to Israel must demand an immediate end to settler attacks, hold perpetrators accountable and protect Palestinian communities from further violence.

silence and impunity only encourage more abuses. the people of Qusra deserve the same basic rights, security and protection that any community would expect. international law must apply to everyone including Palestinians in the West Bank.

Gaza tribunal - 8.13.2026

The Gaza Tribunal deserves serious public attention. It was an independent, unofficial public inquiry into Britain’s role in the war in Gaza, co-chaired by Jeremy Corbyn MP, former leader of the British Labour Party; Professor Neve Gordon, a scholar of human rights and international law at Queen Mary University of London; and Dr. Shahd Hammouri, a lecturer in international law at the University of Kent.

The Tribunal heard testimony from Palestinian survivors, journalists, health and aid workers, human rights campaigners, international legal experts, and UN officials. It examined Britain’s legal responsibilities and its alleged involvement through weapons supplies, surveillance, and other military support.

Governments, especially the United Kingdom and United States, should immediately suspend weapons shipments and military support to Israel while credible allegations of war crimes and crimes against humanity are independently investigated. Economic assistance that facilitates military operations should also be halted.

Reports of attacks, mistreatment, and alleged torture of Palestinian aid workers, journalists, and detainees must be independently investigated. Violence by any IDF personnel, prison guards, or settlers must not be excused or ignored.

Efforts to intimidate or silence people in the United Kingdom who peacefully support Palestinian rights are deeply troubling. Suppressing legitimate humanitarian and political speech is contrary to the principles of justice, compassion, and human dignity central to both Christian and Jewish traditions.

As the biblical command declares: “Justice, justice shall you pursue.” Governments must uphold that principle for Palestinians and Israelis alike.

The time for impunity is over. The time for accountability, humanitarian protection, and equal human rights is now.

The world must demand an immediate halt to the mass killing of Palestinians, a massive infusion of food and humanitarian aid, the release of all aid workers and political prisoners held in Israeli prisons, and an end to the suppression of peaceful demonstrations in support of Palestinians by the British Government and governments around the world.

Socialists on the rise - 8.11.2026

The rise of socialist candidates reflects a simple truth: people want politicians who listen to them. When working families struggle with housing costs, health care, wages, education and basic economic security, they expect government to respond—not to serve wealthy donors and powerful interests.

Socialists are gaining support because they are speaking directly to these concerns and offering policies aimed at improving ordinary people's lives. Their success should be a warning to establishment politicians who assume that voters will remain loyal regardless of whether their government delivers.

Democracy works best when elected officials listen, engage and respond. The lesson is not limited to socialism. Every political party should ask what people actually need and then fight to deliver it.

Voters are increasingly demanding substance over slogans. Politicians who listen to the people—and act on what they hear—will earn their trust. Those who ignore them should not be surprised when voters look elsewhere.

STOP SQUANDERING BILLIONS ON FOSSIL FUELS - 8.9.2026

It is outrageous that the TRUMP administration is squandering billions of taxpayer dollars on fossil fuels while the world is literally on fire.

As reported by BRAD PLUMER in The New York Times, the administration agreed to pay German energy company RWE about $1.2 billion to cancel three offshore wind leases. RWE plans to redirect much of that investment toward liquefied natural gas and natural-gas turbines.

This is not just an energy-policy disagreement. It is a reckless use of taxpayer money and a dangerous step backward on climate action. The federal government has now committed nearly $4 billion in payments to abandon offshore-wind projects.

At a time when wildfires, extreme heat, floods and other climate disasters are intensifying, America should be accelerating the transition to clean energy—not paying billions to dismantle it.

The question is simple: Why are taxpayers financing the retreat from renewable energy while the climate crisis is accelerating?

America needs leadership for the future, not subsidies for the fossil-fuel past.

Israeli behaving more and more like the Nazis - Flotilla should shock the conscience of the world - 8.9.2026

The New York Times interviewed 24 detainees and reviewed medical records documenting serious injuries, including broken ribs, a fractured vertebra, a broken coccyx and a collapsed lung. Detainees also described beatings, electric shocks, rubber bullets and degrading treatment. One woman alleged sexual assault and rape. Israel denies these allegations and calls them false.

If these allegations are substantiated, they demand an independent international investigation and accountability. No government should be above international law—not even Israel.

The activists were attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza. The world cannot remain silent when people performing an act of humanitarian solidarity allegedly emerge from detention with such serious injuries.

Israel should provide full access to its detention facilities to independent international investigators. Humanitarian workers and peaceful activists must be protected, not brutalized.

The message from people around the world, including Jews for Peace and Gen Z, should be unmistakable: humanitarian aid must reach Gaza, detainees must be treated humanely, and alleged abuses must be investigated. Accountability is not ant The world must halt all aid to Israel and redirect aid, under international military escort, to starving Palestinians, while providing them with weapons to defend themselves against Israeli terrorists.

The Rise of Women - 8.9.2026

Women are rising into major leadership roles—and that is good for democracy and society. the goal is simple: leadership should be based on talent, integrity and vision, not gender. when women rise, we all rise.

The final segment of yesterday’s Amanpour & Co. highlighted an encouraging reality: women are increasingly taking on major leadership roles and reshaping our society.

This is more than a matter of representation. Women bring talent, experience, empathy and different perspectives to positions of power. Their growing presence in politics, business, science, education and public service strengthens democracy and benefits everyone.

For generations, women faced barriers that limited their opportunities despite having the ability to lead. Those barriers are finally beginning to fall.

The rise of women in major roles should be celebrated—not as a threat to men, but as progress for society. The goal should be a nation where leadership is determined by ability, integrity and vision—not by gender.

The message from Amanpour & Co. is clear: when women rise, society rises with them.

Amy Goodman: a north star for courageous journalism - 8.9.2026

Amy Goodman, host and co-founder of Democracy Now!, is one of the most consequential journalists of our time. for 30 years, she has investigated some of the world's most pressing challenges, often putting herself at personal risk to bring neglected stories to the public.

unlike many media organizations, democracy now! accepts no corporate funding. goodman has encouraged journalists and citizens to “steal the story” by learning from important investigations and amplifying their messages. her new film, steal the story, please, celebrates this powerful philosophy and the vital role of independent journalism.

goodman's courageous reporting
, including her coverage of the uprising in East Timor, demonstrated the risks journalists sometimes take to expose injustice and human suffering. her Jewish family history, including relatives lost in the holocaust, gives additional depth to her lifelong commitment to human rights and justice.

For three decades, Amy Goodman has been a powerful voice for truth, accountability and peace. she richly deserves consideration for the Nobel Peace Prize . to many of us, she has been a north star for courageous journalism.

US and UK guilty of Iran crisis - 8.9.2026

Trump’s huffing and puffing threats against Iran should remind Americans how deeply our history in the region is entangled with oil and power. in 1953, the United States and Britain helped overthrow Iranian Prime Minister Mohammad Mosaddegh after Iran nationalized its oil industry, protecting Western oil interests.

Today, we again hear threats of war while Americans struggle with high food, gasoline and housing costs. meanwhile, Washington continues pouring billions into foreign wars and military commitments while politicians debate spending trillions more on defense.

The Atlantic and other major media outlets have reported concerns about weapons stockpiles and the enormous demands placed on the U.S. military. If our arsenal and resources are already under strain, why should Americans accept reckless threats of another potentially devastating war?

America’s strength should not be measured by how loudly its president threatens to bomb another country. It should be measured by whether our government can protect American lives, strengthen our economy and pursue diplomacy before war.

Americans deserve leadership that puts peace, prosperity and national interests ahead of endless warfare. 

Compassion the antidote to hatred and division - 8.7.2026

Dr. Abdul El-Sayed 's historic victory in Michigan sends a powerful message that many Americans are ready to reject the politics of hatred and division. His statement that "people are sick and tired of this politics of hatred" reflects a growing desire for leaders who unite rather than divide.

For too long, fear, anger, and scapegoating have dominated our political discourse while the real challenges facing ordinary Americans have gone unaddressed. Democracy is strongest when leaders appeal to our shared humanity instead of exploiting our differences.

Regardless of political affiliation, Americans deserve leadership grounded in compassion, respect, and a commitment to the common good. If Michigan's election is any indication, voters are signaling that they want a more hopeful and inclusive future.

Perhaps this election marks the beginning of a broader national shift away from politics based on hatred and toward politics based on justice, dignity, and respect for all.

Affordability First - 8.7.2026

Kansas State Senator Cindy Holscher, the Democratic nominee for governor, is right to keep the focus on affordability. As families struggle with rising housing, food, healthcare, and utility costs, government should put people before powerful corporate interests.

Large data centers may bring investment, but they also consume enormous amounts of electricity and water while often receiving generous taxpayer-funded incentives. Before approving these subsidies, public officials should require complete transparency about the true costs and benefits.

Economic development should improve the lives of working families, not simply increase corporate profits or shift costs onto taxpayers and utility customers. Every incentive package should be measured by one simple question: Will it make life more affordable for ordinary people?

Affordability—not corporate giveaways—should be the top priority for every elected official.