Married with kids: When terrorism becomes commonplace
“We know now that it’s a world where some hate grows so deep that it fuels shooting rampages on innocent and vulnerable Jews as they gather for their morning prayers.”
Weinfeld: A turning point for Jewish life in America?
“And so America, with its lax gun laws and prejudiced president, feels a little less safe for the Jews. Even Toronto, with its stricter gun laws, feels less safe, as a gang of teenagers recently assaulted four teenage yeshiva students while hurling anti-Semitic insults their way.”
Diamond: Be proud of all we’ve achieved
As our prime minister stated, our achievements should be celebrated. And in that celebration, we need to hold our heads high and respond to those who may hate us with pride and the knowledge that we have made our country and the world better through our efforts.
Rosenberg: Paradise lost in Pittsburgh
In Squirrel Hill, emotions are still raw. The Jewish community is still in mourning. Pittsburgh’s air and water are now much cleaner, but it is no longer paradise.
Assault on students renews worries over anti-Semitism
Violent attacks on Jews in Canada are rare, but after the fatal shooting of 11 worshippers at Pittsburgh’s Tree of Life synagogue last month, fears about anti-Semitism have risen.
Lipner: In 1986 another Pittsburgh shooter killed my friend
“Anti-Semitism must be combated resolutely, whether it emanates from the right or the left.”
Rabbi Acoca on Parashat Vayetzei
Rabbi Ilan Acoca says Jews have dealt with tragedy for thousands of years – and stayed strong.
U.S. House of Representatives unanimously approves resolution condemning anti-Semitic attack in Pittsburgh
The U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday unanimously approved a bipartisan resolution condemning the “anti-Semitic attack” on a synagogue in Pittsburgh that left 11 worshippers dead.
From Yoni’s Desk: Is the idea of guns in shul so crazy?
“The presence of firearms does not adversely affect the synagogue ambience – if anything, it brings a measure of comfort. In Israel, of course, the confluence of guns and the synagogue is born out of necessity. Let’s hope it doesn’t become necessary here.”
Pittsburgh shooting sparks debate over guns in Canadian shuls
If, in the aftermath of the deadly Pittsburgh shooting, you are considering bringing your gun to synagogue for added protection the experts have some advice for you: don’t.
