Author: Jerry Elman

The recent horrific attack against innocent Jews by Hamas and the ensuing war has further polarized discussions and relationships around Jewish identity, inadvertently creating platforms for age-old prejudices against Jews

As Israelis endure a brutal assault by Hamas, it’s imperative to examine the life and legacy of one of the most influential antisemites (besides Hitler) of the 20th century, shedding

Dear Readers, With mixed emotions, I announce the conclusion of our shared journey through the history of the Holocaust. I have accomplished as much as I can, and it is

Blog 23-14, written by Jerry Elman, September 21, 2023 America’s culture wars are a multifaceted, enduring phenomenon deeply ingrained in the nation’s history and values. While these conflicts have caused

As we extend our wishes of L’Shana Tova and anticipate the dawn of a fresh year, let us forever hold dear the memory of our ancestors and the immense challenges

Blog 23-13, September 9, 2013 The late Rabbi Jonathan Sacks explained Jew-hate, antisemitism, as a virus that morphs predictably: Whatever is any society’s worst sin, the Jews are charged with.

Blog 23-12, written by Jerry Elman, August 21, 2023 Throughout history, extreme nationalism has created most wars and massive death. There has never been a good outcome when any nation

My last blog, “Dead Jews Are The Norm!” went a bit viral and received a considerable amount of feedback and comments. While some comments supported and agreed with my blog

Blog 23-10, Written by Jerry Elman – July 6, 2023 If you visit Eastern Europe as Janet and I did in 2022, you cannot avoid all the formal and informal

Blog 23-9, written by Jerry Elman, June 19, 2023 “…a civilization is not destroyed by wicked people;it is not necessary that people be wicked,but only that they be spineless.”James Baldwin