Who is Prepared to Stand with Israel?

Here in the United States, our presidential election season is officially underway.  For those of us who stand for strong Christian values (including standing strong with Israel), this lead-off caucus had important twists. On the Democratic side, there are no logical choices when it comes to conservative, Biblical positions.  Both candidates (Hillary Clinton and Bernie …

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Tonight’s Republican Debate

Republican candidates for president will take the stage tonight in Las Vegas for yet another debate.  CNN will host this debate and it appears coverage will begin at 6:00pm Eastern time. As Americans, we are privileged to live in a society where we elect our leaders.  For that reason, it is our responsibility to know …

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The Candidates Speak Out about Israel

While I was in Israel, American Republican candidates were invited to address the Republican Jewish Coalition in Washington DC.  Each of the current 14 candidates was given 30 minutes to discuss US national security issues and foreign policy, particularly the Middle East and US-Israeli relations.  It was the best opportunity to date to hear the …

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Netanyahu Arrives in Washington as Kerry Arrives in Switzerland

In what many see as a fitting illustration of US-Israeli relations, American Secretary of State John Kerry will be engaged in negotiations with Iran regarding a nuclear deal while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is addressing a US joint session of Congress regarding the threat of a nuclear Iran.  It doesn't get any more messed …

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