Challenges Loom for New Olmert Regime
Dan Baron
May 4, 2006
Just in time for Israel\’s 58th Independence Day, Ehud Olmert has clinched his new coalition government.
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May 4, 2006
The Road to Recovery
Howard Blume
May 4, 2006
When you think of victims of Middle East unrest, tour guides are probably not the first to come to mind. But Amir Orly knows of two who committed suicide in the last couple years. Others have left the country or taken odd jobs — anything to make ends meet.
Where Is Home? U.S. or Israel?
Edoe Cohen
May 4, 2006
One, two, tree.\”
\”No, dad! It\’s one, two, thhhhreeee.\”
Growing up with Israeli parents in Los Angeles was often uncomfortable. I never felt completely at home
U.S. Immigration Issue Hits Israelis
Roberto Loiederman
May 4, 2006
These days, so much depends upon language. One person\’s \”civil war\” is another\’s \”random violence.\” Someone\’s \”unlawful wiretapping\” is someone else\’s \”terrorist surveillance.\”
In that sense, whether you use \”illegal aliens\” or \”undocumented residents\” partly depends on how you view immigration. But whatever your political attitude, if you think that every illegal/undocumented came into the United States guided by a coyote, then think again.
There’s a Lot About Eilat That’s Hot
Marisa S. Katz
May 4, 2006
The shores of Eilat, Israel\’s southernmost city, are densely populated with sun-kissed foreigners from around the world. Here, on the crimson-colored shoreline hugging the Red Sea, everything appears uncomplicated and picturesque — exactly the way a resort town should.
Musical Journey in Time
Avner Hofstein
May 4, 2006
Ah the \’60s. Those were the days when Geula, Aliza and Hedva would prance around in their khaki skirts in the Israeli military band — they were the highlight in entertainment for the young and naive Israel.
Dassa Connects a Step-Kick at a Time
Susan Josephs
May 4, 2006
By the age of 4, Dani Dassa knew what he wanted to do with the rest of his life.
Unmasking Israel’s Mystery Benefactor
Tom Tugend
May 4, 2006
The mystery man of the Israeli economy, as he was dubbed by the country\’s media, is alive and well and living in Los Angeles.
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