Editorial
Thrill of genetic genealogical discoveries tempered by ethical concerns
In these times of alarming disregard for scientific data (we’re talking to you, climate change deniers), let’s hear it for science, specifically the…
Editorial
Jewish philanthropy must be more than a one-day event
The annual S.F.-based Jewish Community Federation’s Day of Philanthropy is once again upon us. Nationally known speakers, donors and thought leaders will…
Editorial
The Earth is trying to tell us something
It could have been worse. As the Kincade Fire swept through Sonoma County, the response from firefighters and officials was magnificent. Large-scale…
Editorial
Germans say ‘not this time’ as extremism strikes in quiet city of Halle
And now, Germany. With an Oct. 9 terror attack in the city of Halle, deadly anti-Jewish violence has returned to the nation that gave us Kristallnacht,…
Editorial
With open hearts, we ask forgiveness and vow to do better
And so, once again, with that incipient autumn nip in the air, we find ourselves deep in the Days of Awe, our annual chance to recharge ourselves as Jews,…
Editorial
In an Israel divided, a unity government is the best way forward
The voters in Israel have spoken. But what, exactly, did they say this week? Though the final tally is still up in the air, the two leading parties, Prime…
Editorial
Can it happen here? Sadly, it already is.
There was a time when Bay Area Jews took cold comfort in the belief that the rising tide of anti-Semitism was not lapping at our own shores. Despite the…
Editorial
Calling Jewish Dems disloyal is needlessly divisive — and dangerous
Mr. President, what did you mean this week when you said Jews who vote for Democrats are disloyal? We ask, because we know that when Jews are accused of…
Editorial
Cowardly politicians allow terrorists to win
It would be tempting to hope that this time is different. With back-to-back mass shootings in El Paso and Dayton last weekend, barely a week after the…