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CONTINUED FROM P. 1 changed in New York State because of the I’ll be at fault if they are struck. The mayor’s number of Democrats in our State Senate. Vision Zero program has gone entirely out of Democrat. I see them use the same talking Eighty percent of the country is against control with respect to the rights and privi- resources are unlimited and green pieces points they get from the mainstream media third-trimester abortion. Yet, half of our coun- leges of motorists. of paper magically rain down from the sky. where they respond to Trump supporters as if try is voting for it, through voting for Demo- Grace Akinboye Don’t let anyone – including reality – tell you having voted for him automatically dismisses crats. Rabbi Schonfeld, as a rabbi, cannot le- otherwise.” our views. Imagine if we did that to Obama gally get involved in politics, but I am not a AOC’S Economics for Dummies (Satire) 2. On supply and demand: “Supply and fans. Anyhow, it’s not about Trump. The poli- rabbi. Anyone wishing to get involved, please Demand is the concept where, if I demand cies of the left are incompatible with our val- contact me. The left always says, “Vote your Dear Editor: something, you should supply it – otherwise ues. values.” Murdering babies (transgender bath- After the disastrous release of her Green known as democratic-socialism.” It’s ironic that at the end of Rabbi Schon- rooms, drag queen’s story hours, drag kids, New Deal in which she called for nuking the 3. On wealth redistribution: “Let me be feld’s article was an ad for a reproductive corrupting the youth, big government, high sun and banning cow fl atulence, which was very clear about wealth redistribution. If a health place with a cute little baby in the ad. taxes, excessive regulations, anti-Semitism) is too embarrassing for even Karl Marx to han- private citizen steals from someone else to Contrast that to what “reproductive health” (are) not my value(s), so I don’t vote Democrat. dle, Alexandria Trotsky-Cortex has decided help a poor person, that’s obviously theft for means to the left. It means murdering third- On February 26, there is a special election to clear the air up a little. This time, she’s de- which he should go straight to prison. But if trimester babies. Do you guys even know for Public Advocate. Make sure you vote and termined to prove to us once and for all that the government steals from someone else to how this is done? They inject the brain with vote for either Manny Alicandro or Eric Ul- she’s an unequivocal economic ignoramus help a poor person, that’s called “charity” for a poison salt. A day or two later, the “mother” rich. by offering classes in the fi eld of economics, which Congress and I deserve a pay raise.” comes back and they go in with forceps and Michaltastik which will reportedly cost you $50 a class. 4. On job creation: “I’ve thought of the best rip the child apart, limb from limb. Then they (Michaltastik is a politics and news junkie When asked by MSLSD talk-show host Chris solution ever to reach 100-percent employ- take inventory of the baby parts. Abby John- who has been blogging and YouTubing for a Matthews how she can call herself a demo- ment: Have half the nation dig holes, and the son, an outspoken pro-life activist and former year and a half under the screen name, “Ana- cratic-socialist and not offer her classes for other half fi ll them up. It’s crazy no one has director of a Planned Parenthood clinic, re- lytical Chick.” You can contact her at michal- free like everything else she’s offered, Ocasio- ever thought of this before except for me.” cently refl ected on this, saying how incred- [email protected].) Cortex responded, saying, “Once you pay for 5. On infl ation: “I don’t really see what the ibly abnormal it is to be spending time inven- the classes you no longer have to pay for the big deal is with infl ation. So what if we keep torying body parts from an aborted baby. Motorists Are Now Second-Class Citizens classes, which means at that point, the classes on printing money and its value goes down? The left always tries to make abortion a are free.” There’s an obvious solution to this – just print Christian issue, but let’s refl ect on something Dear Editor: In her economics class, which isn’t free more money! Duh!” for a minute. An innocent child who is third I am now retired and never look forward but in which you’ll be learning that every- 6. On government spending: “There’s virtu- trimester and feels pain can be given the to driving into Manhattan. I also had envi- thing else is free, Trotsky-Cortex wanted to ally no limit to how much money the govern- death penalty by its own mother, but society sioned living out my golden years in the city. lay down some basic principles of economics ment can spend, because we can just keep on can’t do the same for serial murderers. People However, due to the artifi cially-produced Vi- to demonstrate her clear lack of erudition on printing money until we run out of trees, and tell me that you can vote Democrat and be sion Zero traffi c snarls, I am looking for plac- the subject. Take a gander at some of these have to walk around with wagonloads of use- pro-life. No, you really can’t. 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his past weekend, our family enjoyed main Gerrer Shul in Yerushalayim, there is comfort just to be in their presence. People a wonderful Shabbos at my parents’ a one-hour break in the middle of davening wait outside all night before Black Friday for Thome in the Forshay section of Mon- for learning, but as the davening was held in signifi cant monetary bargains; others wait for sey. a large heated tent, there was no break last hours after a game or will arrive extremely Shabbos morning was very cold, with a bit- week. early before a game just to get an autograph ing wind making it feel even colder. At about Ger is not known for externalities. They from a professional player. 7:20 a.m., I left my parents’ house to daven at are known for punctilious adherence to The people and things that excite us, and the hashkamah minyan nearby. When I ar- halachah, but without fanfare. At exactly 7:59 for which we are willing to sacrifi ce for, have rived at Forshay Road, a busy thoroughfare, a.m., the Rebbe emerged from the house and a deep effect on us. there were groups of chasidim with sons hur- rying past me. As far as my eyes could see, there were groups of chasidim approaching It’s important that we stress that our true role models in life from the same direction. are people who are selfless, loving, and devote themselves to I had heard that the Gerrer Rebbe was in Forshay. His wife had needed surgery a few bettering themselves and others weeks back, and afterwards had to stay in card” he had of Rav Shmuel. Yoni told Rav New York for a few weeks for rehab. The Reb- took his place at the shtender prepared for Our former neighbor, Yoni Halper, who Shmuel that it made a deep impression on be had accompanied her and they were stay- him, and the chazan began davening. recently made aliyah, presented at the him and he was very grateful when Rav ing nearby. When I asked one of the chasidim After Musaf, there was a bris milah. The Torah Umesorah Presidents Conference Shmuel agreed to do it. Yoni reported that if he was heading to the Gerrer Rebbe, and he Rebbe sat down in the seat that was brought last winter. Yoni related that on Motza’ei Rav Shmuel and his Rebbetzin had a good answered that he was, without having much in a minute before, and the baby was immedi- Shabbos of the conference, he saw Rav laugh. time to think about it, I joined him. ately brought in. Within fi ve minutes, the bris Shmuel Kamenetsky walking with his Reb- When Yoni told me that he still had the The fellow I walked with is a Gerrer chasid milah was over, the fi nal Kaddish was recited, betzin. He approached them and told him card, I told him that I had to see it. It took who lived in Staten Island. His parents live the Rebbe wished everyone a Good Shabbos, that a couple of decades earlier, when he him a few weeks to fi nd it, but he did show in central Monsey where he was staying for and by 9:45 he returned to the house. was a young boy, he had met Rav Shmuel Shabbos, and he had walked a great distance It wasn’t easy standing on bleachers and asked him to autograph the “Gadol CONTINUED ON P. 40 in the cold to have the opportunity to daven throughout the davening, holding a siddur with his Rebbe. He explained to me that dav- and chumash, with a couple of hundred peo- Rabbi Dani Staum, LMSW, is a rebbe and guidance counselor at Heichal HaTorah in Te- ening was from 8 a.m. until about 9:30 a.m. ple packed into a tent. But there are always aneck, NJ, Principal at Mesivta Ohr Naftoli of New Windsor, and a division head at Camp There was no kiddush or tish, just davening. people and things that are distinguished Dora Golding. He can be reached at [email protected]. Looking for periodic powerful He also told me that at the minyan in the enough to us that we will endure some dis- inspiration? Join Rabbi Staum’s new Whatsapp group “Striving Higher.” Email for more info.

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Moshe returned to Hashem and said, and didn’t protest. In context, this was such rayim with great riches. Isn’t it obvious that use for money. All of their needs were taken “Please! This people has committed a grave an egregious act that Hashem threatened to they would come to sin?” care of. They ate mahn that was delivered to sin and made themselves a god of gold.” destroy the entire nation. This Rashi seems diffi cult to understand their tents daily. They drank water from the – Sh’mos 32:31 B’eir, the rock that followed them in their ***** journeys. Their clothes were washed by the Never in the history of mankind have so many enjoyed such Clouds of Glory, and their shoes never wore When Moshe Rabbeinu Comes Down from wealth. On some level, each of us has the opportunity of “one day out. They didn’t need money and couldn’t use Har Sinai it. How could it become their downfall? When Moshe Rabbeinu came down from being rich.” Har Sinai, he found a very different scene The Real Danger of Wealth from the one he left 40 days earlier. A segment Rashi explains that during the process of when we focus on who these people were The answer to this question is based on of the Jewish nation, in rebellion against asking for forgiveness, Moshe Rabbeinu said and where this was taking place. understanding why the M’silas Y’sharim calls Hashem, had formed a golden calf and was to Hashem, “You caused this. You gave the The klal Yisrael was living in the desert. wealth one of the great tests of man. worshiping it. The rest of the nation stood by Jewish people gold and silver; they left Mitz- They neither worked for a living nor had any Materialism and self-indulgence are the risks of affl uence, but an even greater danger is that wealth can lead a person to view himself as different from everyone else. “There are regular people, but I am different because I am rich. The world is full of people, but I am in a different category. I am a rich man.” With this also comes a sense of self-suffi - ciency and arrogance. “I am a wealthy man, so I don’t need anyone. I don’t need my children. I don’t need my wife. In fact… I am so wealthy that I don’t really need Hashem.” The Danger of Wealth Is the Sense of Being a Rich Man This seems to be the answer to this Rashi. Granted the Jewish people living in the desert needed nothing and could do nothing with their money; but the real risk of wealth is the sense of superiority that comes along with it. In their minds, they were now rich. As rich men, they were signifi cant, important, too big to be dependent upon anyone; and this feeling was the root cause of their rebellion against Hashem. Who Were These People? This concept becomes a tremendous chidush when we take into account that these individuals were on a higher level than any other generation in the history of mankind. They had been slaves in Mitzrayim and were freed. They had lived through the entire process of the Makos and splitting of the Yam Suf. They watched as Hashem showed total dominion over every facet of nature. But more than all of this, they had only recently stood at the foot of Har Sinai when Hashem opened up the heavens and the earth and revealed the greatest secrets of Creation. They had seen and experienced Hashem more clearly than did the greatest N’viim, which tells us that they knew exactly why they were

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Born and bred in Kew Gardens Hills, R’ Ben Tzion Shafier joined the Choftez Chaim Yeshiva after high school. Shortly thereafter he got married and moved with his new family to Rochester, where he remained in for 12 years. R’ Shaﬁ er then moved to Monsey, NY, where he was a Rebbe in the new Chofetz Chaim branch there for three years. Upon the Rosh Yeshi- va’s request, he stopped teaching to devote his time to running Tiferes Bnei Torah. R” Shaﬁ er, a happily married father of six children, currently resides in Monsey.

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Rabbi Lebowitz spoke with YU News about coming back to a place he calls home.

WHAT WILL BE YOUR NEW ROLE AT RIETS? First and foremost I will be teaching Torah to our future rabbis, while developing a relationship with each one. Second, with the wonderful team of great rabbonim [teachers], I will do my best to take notice of students’ struggles and successes and to give encouragement when needed.

WHAT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED ABOUT IN YOUR NEW ROLE AT YU/RIETS? I am particularly excited about how thirsty the talmidim [students] are for growth. It is such a privilege to interact with future Torah leaders of the highest caliber.

HOW DOES IT FEEL TO BE RETURNING TO YU/RIETS? It’s very exciting! YU is home, where I learned from great rebbeim [rabbis], developed a sense of wanting to help the Rabbi Lebowitz teaching at Yeshiva University, 2013 Jewish people and met those who still inspire me and my family every day. WHICH QUALITIES DO YOU THINK WILL BE MOST IMPORTANT FOR THE RABBIS OF THE FUTURE? WHY IS IT SO IMPORTANT TO INVEST TODAY The successful rabbis of the future will be effective communi- IN THE RABBIS OF TOMORROW? cators and good listeners who must also continue to learn at If we want an educated and inspired community, it is important a high level. to develop leaders that can help guide people in a meaningful

way. Thousands of young men and women in yeshivot and WHAT IS THE BEST ADVICE YOU WOULD GIVE TO STUDENTS seminaries in Israel and in hundreds of communities, shuls and CONSIDERING A RABBINIC CAREER? schools are being led today by my RIETS classmates. To remember that despite the challenges, it is a privilege to serve the Jewish people, and inspire them in their service of Hashem. WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE MEMORIES FROM YOUR TIME AT YESHIVA? Every day in Rav Schachter’s shiur [lecture] was a tremendous Rabbi Lebowitz returns as Director beracha [blessing]. We appreciated then that we were sitting at of Semikhah at RIETS starting Fall, 2019. the feet of one of the Gedolei Torah [sages] of our generation. We To read the full interview, go to all realized that we were charged with the responsibility of being https://blogs.yu.edu/news/lebowitz the next links in the chain of this glorious mesorah [tradition].

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Shmuel Reichman Parshah CELEBRATING THE LAUNCH OF THE MARCOS AND ADINA KATZ YUTORAH APP Flying To Falling: The Raging Battle A special session of the Arbesfeld Yom Rishon Program Within Us All for Men and Women

CONTINUED FROM P. 1 Hashem. The Aron had two k’ruvim, cher- ubs, on top of them, and the Torah states KEYNOTE SPEAKER: the Torah, a sin compared to the original explicitly that Hashem spoke to Moshe Rabbi Hershel Schachter sin of Adam HaRishon. Yet, what is so strik- through the k’ruvim. The Ramban and Rab- ing about this sin is not only the act itself bi Yehudah HaLevi therefore explain that Rosh Yeshiva and Rosh Kollel, RIETS as much as the timing. The Jewish people the problem was not the motive, but the Followed by a panel discussion: had just experienced the miracles of Y’tzias method of achieving their goal. Because Talmud Torah in the 21st Century Mitzrayim (leaving Egypt), the wonders of Hashem did not command them to do it, it K’rias Yam Suf (the Splitting of Sea), and was inappropriate. The Ramban and Rabbi had just received the Torah from Hashem Yehudah HaLevi clearly downplay the se- Himself. They were elevated to the an- verity of the Chet Ha’Egel. gelic state of Adam HaRishon before he ate from the Eitz HaDaas, and were there- Actual Idolatry? fore able to eat the angelic food of manna, However, many commentators, includ- which the Ramban explains was crystal- ing Rashi, believe that the Cheit HaEigel lized Sh’chinah. As Rashi quotes (Sh’mos was genuine idolatry, that immediately fol- 15:2), even a maidservant at K’rias Yam Suf lowing Matan Torah the Jewish People fell received prophecy and had a higher level prey to the worst sin imaginable, avodah za- of understanding of Hashem than the rah. They failed to source themselves back prophet Yechezkel – who saw an image of to Hashem, the very essence of idolatry. Rabbi Aryeh Mrs. Chaya Batya Lebowitz Neugroschl Hashem Himself. If so, then how could the According to this line of thinking, we are Jewish people commit such a terrible sin back to our original problem: How did the Landers College for Men Head of School Fall 2019 Incoming YU High School for Girls at this moment? Even worse, they not only Jewish people, who had achieved such great Director of Semikha Program, RIETS When you lose your identity, your sense of self, you can go from great to nothing in an instant. You don’t climb down the rungs of the ladder, one at a time committed this sin immediately following spiritual heights, undergo such a rapid and Matan Torah (the Giving of the Torah), but tremendous fall? in the very same spot, the very place where Rabbi Shay Rabbi Moshe we married Hashem! Chazal compare this N’kudas HaB’chirah: The Normal Schachter Tzvi Weinberg to a kallah, a bride, who betrays her hus- Process of Life Rosh Bais Medrash Rebbe and Mashgiach band under the chupah itself! As the pasuk In Michtav MeiEliyahu, Rav Eliyahu Young Israel of Woodmere Ruchani, Stone Beit says (Sh’mos 32:8), they strayed “quickly” – Dessler analyzes one of the foundational Midrash Program and their abandonment was immediate. How underlying concepts of human experience. Mashpia, Congregation Beth Abraham could klal Yisrael fall so rapidly and dras- He explains that while human beings have tically right after Matan Torah? This com- free will, the locus of free will (n’kudas pletely contradicts our starting principle, ha’b’chirah) exists only at speciﬁ c points, which states that spiritual falls occur slow- unique to each of us. The average person Sunday, March 3, 2019 ly, in small steps. How did this happen? does not struggle with the desire to push down an old lady on the street and steal 9:30–11:30 a.m. Downplaying the Cheit HaEigel her purse. Similarly, most of us do not feel Some commentators, such as the Ram- an overwhelming compulsion to murder. ban and Rabbi Yehudah HaLevi in Sefer We do not live at such a base level, and we Yeshiva University • Wilf Campus HaKuzari, suggest that the Jewish people have no desire to. Furst Hall, Suite 501 didn’t commit true idolatry. Rather, after At the same time, most of us are not yet Moshe Rabbeinu failed to descend from at the level where we can attempt com- RSVP at www.yu.edu/YUTorahApp Har Sinai, the Jewish people believed that plete control over every thought that en- Open to Men and Women their leader, who served as the medium of ters our minds or to refrain from speaking Complimentary Parking and Refreshments Available connection between them and Hashem, a single unnecessary word. We simply do Last Day of the SOY Seforim Sale was gone forever. In desperation, they at- not live on such angelic and transcendent tempted to create a new physical medium planes. Most of humanity falls somewhere of connection, the golden calf. This idea in the middle. Our point of free will is locat- itself is not inherently wrong, as we see ed in the decision sphere of whether or not in just a few parshiyos that the Jews are to gossip, to hit snooze, to give charity, to told to build an aron, a physical vessel, to serve as a connection between them and CONTINUED ON P. 63

Shmuel Reichman is an inspirational speaker and has spoken internationally at shuls, conferences, and Jewish communities. You can ﬁ nd more inspirational shiurim, videos, and articles from Shmuel on Facebook and Yutorah.org. For all questions, thoughts, or bookings, please email [email protected].

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14 QueensJewishLink.com • 718-880-2622 • [email protected] Vol. VII No. 8 (#300) • February 21, 2019 SSnippetsnippets Of Strange #1 CONTINUED FROM P. 14 Destination less macabre discovery: A plastic prop. for Online “We have just been called out to reports of Torah a bloody hand fl oating in the canal!” a police Learning tweet said. “After some delicate fi shing out we were relieved to fi nd it was a plastic mannequin hand,” police wrote soon after. Get the The department jokingly referred to the tweet as “graphic images of a detached man- “The dog was tickled to death. It never nequin hand.” barked,” the captain said. “It never tried to An offi cer offered his own take on the situ- NEW bite us. It was just ready to get back in the ation: “Looks pretty ‘armless to me.” house.” Firefi ghters used a beaching tool to chip away brick and increase the size of the hole Bear Hitches Ride Atop North YUTorah until the canine could be freed. Carolina Garbage Truck Australian Couple Harvest App Human-Sized Cabbage • 180,000 shiurim • 2,000 speakers • Variable playback speed • Faster and easier navigation

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CONTINUED FROM P. 15 Late Father’s Matchbook She is soliciting help from friends and Collection Could Be New neighbors to count the collection, said believes making it into the Guinness Book of Record World Records would be a fi tting tribute for Virginia woman sorting through her her father. late father’s matchbook collection “I didn’t want to see it go and not have Asays she believes it could be a new anything to show for all the time he spent Guinness World Record. collecting,” she said. “If we could get it in the The woman said her father had been col- book, that would be history.” lecting matchbooks for more than 50 years before he died about three years ago, been the pet goldfi sh the family fl ushed “He would just pick them up everywhere soon started to suspect the collection could We’ve Got This Mountain down the toilet years ago. because they were free and he’d just take a be larger than the current Guinness World The fi sherman said he threw the fi sh back paper grocery bag until it got full of books,” Record holder, a 20,736 matchbook collection. Of Trash - Why Don’t We into the water. she said. “He’d stack that paper bag on anoth- “One of the boxes we counted this morn- “What am I going to do with it, really?” he er once it got full and kept collecting more ing has 1,390 in it in - just one box and there Ski Down It? said. “I thought it deserved to swim another books.” are about 50 boxes in the closet,” the woman day.” She started cataloging the matchbooks and said.

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Vol. VII No. 8 (#300) • February 21, 2019 QueensJewishLink.com • 718-880-2622 • [email protected] 17 FForor WWhathat It’s Worth Warren S. Hecht No Corporate Welfare For Amazon omeone I occasionally talk with about Unlike the federal gov- York City, which has a strong economy various political issues came over to ernment, which this past and has many incentives for companies Sme after Amazon decided to pull out of year had a trillion-dollar to come even without tax incentives. building headquarters in Queens. He claimed defi cit, the state and city Not only is Long Island City not that the fi ght against Amazon that led to its governments are by law sup- the right location for these massive decision to pull out of building a headquar- posed to have balanced budg- tax breaks, but Amazon is not the ters in Long Island City is proof that this ets. Therefore, any dollar company that needs it. country is becoming like Venezuela, which is that would be used for tax Amazon earned 11.2 billion dol- a failed socialist country. Because of his com- breaks and other grants for lars in profi t in 2018 and received ment I will present the argument that Ama- companies such as Amazon a federal tax credit of $129 million. zon’s not receiving the incentives was the cor- means that the money is not Amazon earned 72.4 billion in sales rect result. It was the wrong location for the being used for other areas or and 3.00 billion in profi t in the latest wrong company. There are various numbers companies that could use the quarter that was reported on January that have been cited as to how much Amazon money more. 31, 2019. was receiving in incentives. However, for the Despite higher costs, New Furthermore, by helping Amazon, purpose of this article I will use 3.0 billion York City remains attractive the state and city are hurting those dollars, which is neither the highest nor the to tech companies because whom the tax breaks were supposed to lowest number. of its vast, diverse talent pool, help, such as struggling existing companies This column is not going to address world-class educational and cultural institu- plastered its name on Verizon’s former head- including small businesses that fi nd it hard to whether providing what some call “corporate tions, and access to other industries, such as quarters in midtown, and music-streaming compete against Amazon. These companies welfare” is good governmental policy. For the Wall Street capital and Madison Avenue ad service Spotify is gobbling up space at the go out of business or reduce the number of purposes of this column it will be assumed dollars. World Trade Center complex. employees to try to stay in business to com- that providing tax breaks to and other mon- No other metropolitan area in the U.S. has Even after canceling its headquarters pro- pete with Amazon. In other words, although etary incentives for corporations is a good as many computer-related jobs as New York ject, Amazon still has 5,000 employees in Amazon may hire many individuals, their ac- idea. City, which has 225,600 according to the Bu- The purpose of tax incentives is to entice reau of Labor Statistics companies to invest in depressed areas that Examples of tech companies who are Not only is Long Island City not the right location for these massive tax corporations would not invest in but for the invested in New York include well-known breaks, but Amazon is not the company that needs it tax breaks. Another purpose is to provide names such as Google, who is spending $2.4 relief for companies that are struggling and billion to build up its Manhattan campus. need tax breaks in order to survive. Cloud-computing company Salesforce has New York City, not counting Whole Foods tions have caused many others to lose their (which is owned by Amazon). jobs. As the president correctly pointed out: Moreover, Amazon had certain require- “I have stated my concerns with Amazon long ments that limited their options, such as in a before the Election. Unlike others, they pay metropolitan area of at least 1 million, within little or no taxes to state & local governments 30 miles of an international airport, direct … and are putting many thousands of retail- plane service to Seattle, San Francisco, Wash- ers out of business!” (Donald J. Trump [@real- ington, D.C. (and New York), and a location DonaldTrump] March 29, 2018). with necessary talent. New York City fi t the The retainers that the president refers to bill without the incentives. Amazon has 5,000 are not only the big well-known retailers that employees without having these incentives. have declared bankruptcy and folded in the Thus, there was no need to give these incen- past few years, but the mom and pop stores tives for Amazon. as well. “The price was defi nitely too high. I think I have not even discussed the issues that local people were right to complain,” said brought local opposition, including increased Jeffrey Dorfman, an economics professor at housing costs. Over the past fi ve years, home the University of Georgia. “Companies don’t prices in Amazon’s current home of Seattle really need these incentives; they’re not re- jumped by nearly 73 percent, and rents by 31 ally deciding based on the incentives. They’re percent, according to data from online real deciding where to go and then conning the estate marketplace Zillow. In New York, due politicians out of a whole lot of money.” “Cor- to the cap of real estate taxes deductions at porate tax breaks can backfi re; as New York $10,000, home owners would have been hurt City just found out” – NBC.News.com by the increase in real estate taxes, and ten- At one time Long Island City was a de- ants by increase in rents. pressed area, but no more. Companies and The world is not going to come to an end residents have realized the benefi ts of being because Amazon changed its mind. We are in Long Island City, including the close loca- not going into anarchy like Venezuela. New tion to Manhattan. For example, Long Island York City was doing well economically before City has the Citigroup building, which is a the plan was announced and will continue to 50-story offi ce building. do so, even though Amazon changed its mind. There are plenty of depressed areas in New The progressives want to take the credit York State that need economic development, for this victory, but it is not an anti-business including giving corporations massive tax issue. It is an issue of how our tax dollars breaks to bring businesses. Anyone who goes should be spent. It should be used to help upstate even as close as Sullivan and Ulster those businesses and communities who need counties see depressed home prices and lack the incentives. Hopefully, Amazon and other of jobs. Long Island City is not a depressed companies who are thriving get the message area. Money should be used to help draw jobs that you can’t play one area against another in these upstate communities and not to New to get incentives you do not need.

Warren S. Hecht is a local attorney. He can be reached at [email protected]

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By Moshe Hill Since the conclusion is the same, the now use that money to fi x the subway system. care about fairness and creating opportunity for thought process that led to it loses relevancy When confronted with the fact that the subsidy the working people of Long Island City.” When ast week, after increased pressures and when Amazon builds its headquarters. How- was not money that New York had, rather a re- Amazon balked at these suggestions, New York demands from leftwing activists, Ama- ever, since Amazon left, the stark difference duction of what New York would have gotten liberals viewed it as Amazon’s intransigence on Lzon decided to pull out of building their between these two rationalities against tax sub- if Amazon moved in, Ocasio-Cortez doubled display. However, Amazon should have never second headquarters in Long Island City. This sidies for Amazon is revealed. The conservative down, claiming that the City can create the been asked to do these things. Their primary deal would have led to approximately 25,000 right did not cheer at the loss of jobs and tax 25,000 lost jobs with the $3 billion (again, this responsibility is to their shareholders and their new, high paying jobs and $27 billion in tax revenue; rather, they lamented that New York is money the city does not have). Whatever her employees by staying in business and making revenue, at the cost of $3 billion in tax breaks. as much profi t as possible. That is how they ex- When Amazon pulled out of the deal, scores of pand, hire more employees, and provide better leftwing politicians and pundits claimed victo- The lesson that should be learned from the Amazon debacle is that and cheaper goods and services to their custom- ry: that working class New Yorkers were able to the government should have never made crony capitalistic deals with ers. They should only build infrastructure, un- reject the largest company in the world. There ionize, and make hires based on their bottom are lessons to be learned from these events, but corporations in the first place line profi t margins. That cannot be dictated by if the statements until now are any indication, the city they are setting up shop in. Amazon New York will not learn them. cannot attract other companies to move to the thought process was, this is the wrong lesson to has had a longstanding policy against unioniza- When this deal was fi rst formed, it received City. The right knows that the only true path to learn from Amazon leaving New York. This per- tion of its employees, much to the pro-union immediate backlash from both the left and the economic competitiveness is to make it easier petuates the notion that government’s primary left’s chagrin. This policy, though, allowed for right. Both sides of the political aisle disliked across the board for corporations to grow and responsibility is to create jobs, which it’s not. the growth that led to the employment of over the tax subsidies New York was offering to Ama- thrive in a free market. While it may not be as The government’s responsibility regarding jobs 600,000 people. Amazon has also, without gov- zon, but for different reasons. The conservative immediate, jobs and tax revenue always come is to create an environment friendly enough for ernment force, instituted a $15 minimum wage. right argued that New York should not practice when a city fosters a business-friendly environ- private companies to come in, grow, and hire. This was accomplished without mass unioniza- crony capitalism by picking winners and los- ment. Outside of that, government is a massive hin- tion. ers. Rather, to attract business to New York, The left, however, did cheer at the pullout. drance. The leftists in New York see the effects of provide an equal playing fi eld to any company Some of the statements by the elected repre- Ocasio-Cortez was not the only New York Amazon on Seattle and recoil. Increased hous- wishing to relocate by lowering corporate taxes sentatives of New York were simply outrageous. politician to learn the wrong lesson from this. ing prices, gentrifi cation, and crowded public and regulations across the board. That is how Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who represents the Mayor Bill de Blasio, one of the architects of the transportation is all they can focus on. The other states, like Texas, stay competitive. The 14th District, where the headquarters would deal, wrote in an Op-Ed for The New York Times, left claims that Amazon would hurt minorities left, which is in favor of government picking have been built, believed that New York paid “…I had counseled a senior Amazon executive by increasing the income inequality by only winners and losers in the private sector, would Amazon $3 billion, and now the city can use the about how they could win over some of their providing high paying jobs. Minorities, when rather see those tax subsidies go to minority money elsewhere. That thought process was critics. Meet with organized labor. Start hiring polled, tell a much different story. According to and women-owned businesses, not a vast com- not hers alone, shared by many leftwing pub- public housing residents. Invest in infrastruc- pany like Amazon. lications that claimed that New York City could ture and other community needs. Show you CONTINUED ON P. 40

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wo weeks ago, the Senate passed S-1, sibility that Corbyn will be the next Prime of the Combating BDS the Strengthening America’s Security Minister. We cannot afford to let that hap- Act, and former Gover- T in the Middle East Act, by a vote of 77- pen here. nor John Hickenlooper 23. The bill included the Ileana Ros-Lehtinen Donald Trump will not be President for- of Colorado, who both United States Israel Security Assistance Act ever. There will be future Democratic Presi- have strong records of 2019, which provides $3.3 billion in securi- dents and Democratic Congresses. To pre- of bipartisanship and ty assistance to Israel and calls for increased vent the rise of a Corbyn-like fi gure to the support for Israel, and US-Israel cooperation and ensuring Israel’s Presidency, we need to strengthen the pro- who have stood up to qualitative military edge. Another important Israel forces within the Democratic Party. the pressure. Leftist part of S-1 is the Combating BDS Act of 2019, Two weeks ago, this newspaper reported on groups are planning affi rming the right of states, including New a new organization, the Democratic Major- primary challenges York, which have passed laws to break ties ity for Israel, that has been organized to do against pro-Israel with companies that boycott or divest from exactly that. Democrats, including Israel. Fortunately, we have a strong base on Congressman Jeffries and Congressman En- To engage in the battle for the soul, we The House of Representatives is expected which to build. While Ocasio-Cortez, Tlaib, gel. While these Representatives do not nec- need to be enrolled in the Democratic Party. to take up the various provisions of the bill and Omar have gotten the headlines, the vast essarily agree with us on every issue, they Being an enrolled Democrat does not require separately. Security assistance to Israel is majority of the House Democratic Caucus is are far better than their likely challengers you to vote for the Democratic candidate in in the Ocasio-Cortez, Tlaib, and Omar mode. the General Election. My advice to anyone There is a battle going on for the soul of the concerned about the security of Israel, the While an approach of denouncing the entire Democratic Party as Democratic Party. We need to engage in it – needs of the American Jewish community, not to walk away from it. There are many in and the future of the United States is to anti-Semitic might make some of us feel good, it would be highly the Democratic Party who have shown great enroll in the Democratic Party, vote for pro- counterproductive courage in standing up to the hostile forces Israel candidates in the Democratic Primary, of the progressive left. We need to stand up and vote your conscience in the General for them. Election. expected to pass easily. The Combating BDS pro-Israel. The two most important House Act, which Congressman Hakeem Jeffries, committees dealing with Israel, Appropria- Manny Behar is the former Executive Director of the Queens Jewish Community Council the Chairman of the House Democratic Cau- tions and Foreign Affairs, are headed by Jews and was a senior aide to several public offi cials. He can be reached at [email protected]. cus has dismissed as a “political stunt,” will from New York who are deeply committed probably not be brought up for a vote. to supporting Israel, Representatives Nita Israel has become a divisive issue in the Lowey and Elliot Engel. Democratic Party. BDS has become a pet A majority of Senate Democrats voted cause among many on the progressive left. Al- for the Combating BDS Act. While the exandria Ocasio-Cortez, Rashid Tlaib, and Il- Combating BDS Act may not come up for a han Omar are being hailed as the new voices vote in the House, the provisions of S-1 on Daniel Aryeh, PT, LLC of the Democratic Party. The American Civil security assistance to Israel are expected Liberties Union opposes the Combating BDS to pass easily, with overwhelming Demo- Personal attention in a warm enviornment - beacuse WE CARE! Act, claiming that it violates the right of free cratic support. speech. In the Republican-controlled Senate, The Democratic Party withdrew its spon- Democratic Senators were forced to vote on sorship of the Women’s March because of the Combating BDS Act and had to choose to the anti-Semitism of some of its organizers, stand with the pro-Israel community or the including Linda Sarsour and Tamika Mallory. Physical Therapy anti-Israel progressive left. The majority of Ilhan Omar’s latest outrage prompted a Democrats, including Senator Chuck Schum- statement by Speaker Nancy Pelosi and the Helping you get more out of life! er and Presidential candidate Amy Klobu- House Democratic leadership strongly con- char voted for S-1, including the Combating demning anti-Semitism. The entire House of BDS Act. Twenty-two Democrats, including Representatives unanimously voted to con- . Specializing in Pediatrics, Geriatrics, Sports & orthopedic Injuries, Presidential candidates Kirsten Gillibrand, demn anti-Semitism, to affi rm support of Elizabeth Warren, Cory Booker, and Kamala Israel, and to condemn BDS. . Balance/Vestibular, Neurological & rheumatological Disorders Harris, opposed it. The House Democratic These are important steps in the right di- Strong emphasis on Therapist : Doctor Communication leadership, seeking to spare their members rection. What Speaker Pelosi and the Demo- . from having to cast a diffi cult vote that will cratic leadership need to do next is to bring . Most Health insurances accepted highlight the differences within the party, the Strengthening America’s Security in the will simply not bring the Combating BDS Middle East Act, including the Combating . Same day appointments Act to a vote. BDS Act, up for a vote and to see that it is With the rise of anti-Israel forces in the passed with strong bi-partisan support. . Late night hours Democratic Party, it is tempting for us to President Trump deserves our thanks for walk away. While an approach of denounc- being a strong supporter of Israel. But it is in ing the entire Democratic Party as anti-Se- the long-term interest of Israel and the Amer- 3 Great Locations mitic might make some of us feel good, it ican Jewish community to have strong sup- would be highly counterproductive. port in both parties. The hostility towards In Great Britain, Jeremy Corbyn, who has Israel and outright anti-Semitism on the pro- been denounced as anti-Semitic by all three gressive left is real. 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Joseph M. Frager

State Department will help facilitate the PLO Terror Victims Victimized Again resolution and settlement of Anti-Terrorism State Department’s moves make it more difficult for victims of Palestinian Act claims of US victims against the PA or the PLO Authority and PLO terrorism to win compensation 6) Provides a sense of Congress that the US government should take all practicable CONTINUED FROM P. 1 either appointed by Bill Clinton or Barack and kill indiscriminately, without regard to steps to facilitate the resolution and settle- Obama. nationality.” ment of claims of US victims against the PA over his predecessor Rex Tillerson but also a In April of 2018, the Justice Department After a lot of hard work by Ambassador or the PLO, and that all such claims should be true friend, the State Department continues said that there was nothing in the appeals David Friedman, Secretary of State Pompeo, resolved in a manner that provides just com- to cause Israel trouble. While Secretary of court ruling to “warrant this court’s (referring and Senator Chuck Grassley, a balanced ap- pensation to US victims. State Pompeo was in Warsaw, the State to the Supreme Court) intervention at this proach that most in Congress had signed off This past week, the State Department Department, behind his back, victimized the time.” on was achieved, and it appeared that the pushed for a provision that would remove American victims of PLO terror once again. the existence of the PA/PLO’s position at the This has been an ongoing saga (I refer the United Nations from the scope of the law. reader to my article with a similar title of May It is up to the President and his Secretary of State, who likewise supports This would essentially kill the terror victim 9, 2016, to get more background). the victims, to tell the State Department who is the boss here and who is cases, since it would take the PA/PLO out of In brief, in February 2015, American vic- the jurisdiction of the United States and its tims of PLO terror in Israel between 2001 and running the show courts. 2004 were awarded $218.5 million, which was It is up to the President, who I know sup- tripled to $655 million as part of the Anti-Ter- At the time, Theodore Olson, one of the verdict was restored. It is called the “Grassley ports the victims of PA/PLO terror, and his rorism Act established after the cold-blooded lawyers for the victims, wrote, “The govern- Compromise.” The victims of PLO terror and Secretary of State, who likewise supports the and brutal murder of Leon Klinghoffer. ment is not being square with the court.” He their lawyer, Kent A. Yalowitz, fully support victims, to tell the State Department who is The US Court of Appeals for the Second went on to say that if the appeals court deci- the compromise. The Grassley Compromise the boss here and who is running the show. Circuit, based in New York City, struck down sion is left in place, it would close the court- consists of six points, as follows: This is a critical matter. the verdict against the PA in 2016. All three house door to US victims of “many acts of 1) Strikes security assistance from the Anti- The State Department issued a statement judges who ruled against the verdict were terrorism overseas in which terrorists maim Terrorism Clarifi cation Act (ATCA) in response to Dr. Frager’s column (which ap- 2) Protects existing contractual obligations peared previously on Arutz Sheva). and the work of NGOs The State Department said that the admin- 3) Exempts certain payments and assis- istration is “deeply concerned” about Ameri- tance, identifi ed in the Taylor Force Act, like can victims of terror, and backs their right to for certain wastewater projects and vaccina- seek compensation. tions “At the request of the Palestinian Author- 4) Clarifi es the defendant-identifying lan- ity, we have wound down certain projects guage of the ATCA, for purposes of potential and programs funded with assistance under consent to jurisdiction, based on physical the authorities specifi ed in ATCA in the West presence in the United States (Lawyers for the Bank and Gaza,” a State Department offi cial victims claim that the PA/PLO position at the said. UN constitutes presence in the United States, “The Administration is deeply concerned and this was indeed upheld a few months about U.S. victims of terrorism and strongly ago.) supports their rights to seek just compensa- 5) Establishes a process by which the US tion for their injuries.”

Joseph M. Frager is a physician and lifelong activist. For The Love Of Money CONTINUED FROM P. 10 Living in Our Age This concept has particular relevance in created and how passing and insignifi cant our day and age. Never in the history of man- is a person’s station in this world. And yet, kind have so many enjoyed such wealth. On Moshe Rabbeinu compared their being some level, each of us has the opportunity wealthy to such a diffi cult test that it would of “one day being rich.” be like putting a young man on the doorstep As with many life situations, prosperity of sin. can be either a blessing or a curse. If a per- This is highly illustrative of the inner son changes because he is now a rich man, workings of the human. Hashem created he needs more, he feels that he deserves deep within our hearts many needs and de- only the best, and he won’t be satisfi ed with sires. One of these is the need for honor and what everyone else gets by with. That sense prestige. The drive for kavod is one of the of superiority will turn him against his Crea- strongest forces in man. Often we are una- tor, and the very wealth that he acquired ware of its existence until a given situation will be the source of his ruin. For eternity, brings it to the fore. he will regret having been given that test – While the klal Yisrael were then living in which he failed. the ultimate kollel community, money still However, if a person remains aware had value to them – not in what it could buy, that he was granted wealth for a purpose but in its more alluring sense, in the associ- – that he is not the owner of it, but rather ated feeling of power and importance that its custodian, duly charged with its proper it brought. They were now rich people, and use – then he can use it as a tool to help that sense is so dangerous that it can destroy him accomplish his purpose in existence. even the greatest of men. For that reason, His wealth will then be a true brachah that Moshe said to Hashem, “You caused this. he enjoys in this world, and for eternity, The gold and the silver that You gave them he will enjoy that which he accomplished brought them to sin.” with it.

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Anti-Semitism Must Not Inﬁ ltrate Congress

nti-Semitism (sometimes excused as President Trump reacted to Rep. Omar by “merely” anti-Israel) has been rearing saying, “I think she should be ashamed of her- Aits ugly head all over the world, in- self. I think it was a terrible statement and I cluding here in the US. But the place where don’t think her apology was adequate.” we have been insulated from it until now Vice President Mike Pence stated, “Anti- was in the US Congress. Ever since President Semitism has no place in the United States Harry Truman recognized the State of Israel, Congress, much less the Foreign Affairs Com- the United States government has been fa- mittee. Those who engage in anti-Semitic that because he is Jewish. She had the audac- ezuela, Mr. Elliott Abrams, a public servant vorably aligned with her. As the Democrat tropes should not just be denounced; they ity to question his trustworthiness: “I fail to and patriot, is simply un-American. In less Party has now become more radically pro- should have consequences for their words. I understand why members of this committee than a week, she has managed to offend gressive, its members are supporting the think she should either resign from Congress of the American people should fi nd any testi- both the Jewish and Hispanic communities Palestinian cause and turned their backs on or she should certainly resign from the House mony that you give today to be truthful.” She in the US.” America’s only true democratic ally in the Foreign Affairs Committee.” brought up Iran-Contra, which occurred in Regrettably, Speaker Nancy Pelosi has de- Middle East. fended Omar‘s behavior. She cannot seem to Case in point has been the brouhaha over acknowledge that she made a mistake with Il- tweets made by US Representative Ilhan While I am very fond of our Vice President, I disagree with his assertion han Omar. Nancy Pelosi should cut her losses Omar. The latest insensitive tweet from Omar that Rep. Omar should resign and set Omar straight. of Minnesota was when she asserted that sup- We Jews must react to Representative port for Israel was “all about the Benjamins, Omar. We must bombard Speaker Pelosi and baby ($100-bills).” She suggested that pro-Isra- While I am very fond of our Vice President, the 1980s. She wouldn’t let him respond and Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Eliot el Members of Congress are simply motivated I disagree with his assertion that Rep. Omar cut him off. Engel and demand that she be dealt with pu- by funding from AIPAC. should resign. I do not believe that she should Yali Nunez, a spokesperson of Hispanic nitively. Congress has been good to us and we Speaker Nancy Pelosi and other leaders be given the option to quit voluntarily; she media, said, “For Rep. Ilhan Omar to attack don’t want that to change. Anti-Semitism has strong-armed Omar to apologize for using should be censured and removed from partici- the character of US Special Envoy to Ven- no place in Congress. anti-Semitic tropes and prejudicial accusa- pating in the Foreign Affairs Committee. I am tions about Israel’s supporters. Forced to do quite fed up with those who give Omar excus- Cynthia Zalisky is the Executive Director of the Queens Jewish Community. She can be contacted so, Ms. Omar made a mea culpa about an hour es for her actions. They say she is young and at [email protected] after Pelosi and the entire Democratic leader- inexperienced in Congress. Nonsense! This ship publically admonished her for engaging woman has a history of being toxic and evil. in “deeply offensive” anti-Semitic allegations. In 2012, Omar accused Israel of hypnotiz- Omar responded by saying, “Anti-Semitism is ing the world to mask its evil deeds. She went real and I am grateful for Jewish allies and col- on to say, “May Allah awaken the people and leagues who are educating me on the painful help them see the evildoings of Israel.” $$,1685$1&( history of anti-Semitic tropes. My intention She compared Israel to Iran and said she is never to offend my constituents or Jewish “almost chuckled” when the Jewish state is Americans as a whole. I unequivocally apolo- described as a democracy. gize.” In 2016, Omar, then a Minnesota state rep- Rep. Omar’s comments, linking money resentative, asked a judge to show leniency from AIPAC to political support in Washing- toward a group of nine who were accused of ton for Israel, played into anti-Semitic inac- trying to join ISIS. curacies that have their roots historically in More recently, Omar came under fi re for the Middle Ages when Jews were barred from accusing the Covington High School students entering most professions and thus became even as video footage had already exonerated $XWR +RPH &RPPHUFLDO moneylenders, a task Christians could not the kids from the claim that they harassed take on because it was considered usury, Nathan Phillips, a Native American elder. She which was prohibited for them. That fueled totally lied when she tweeted, “The boys were centuries of stereotypical claims that Jews protesting a woman’s right to choose and used money to control the world. yelled it’s not rape if you enjoy it. She went In her lame apology (as President Trump on to misrepresent the facts by saying that put it), Omar did not back away from her they (the boys) were taunting fi ve black men contention that AIPAC has too much power before they surrounded Mr. Phillips and led in Washington. She said, “At the same time, I racist chants. 5HWLUHPHQW reaffi rm the problematic role of lobbyists in Another outrageous statement was her /LIH 'LVDELOLW\ 3ODQQLQJ our politics, whether it be AIPAC, the NRA, or assertion that Senator Lindsey Graham is the fossil fuel industry.” What she conveni- somehow being blackmailed into supporting ently did not include in her list was CAIR and President Trump. other militant Islamic Arab organizations in Furthermore, Rep. Omar is scheduled to her diatribe. speak at an anti-Israel fundraiser that is fo- Omar is an open supporter of the BDS cused on raising funds for the Palestinians of ´2XU3ODQV$UH%DVHGRQ

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Gerald Harris Playing The Numbers Game

ome people look to the stars to ﬁ gure “The evidence was overwhelming.” out the future. Others stare into a crys- According to Gronbach, the most im- Stal ball or study the mysteries of tarot portant questions businesses need to ask cards. Ken Gronbach takes a very different ap- themselves are: “How many people are in proach: He analyzes demographics. my market?” and “Is that market growing or Studying vital statistics may look simple, shrinking?” but it’s anything but. Numerous companies While this may seem obvious, numerous have lost bundles of money, not to mention companies keep overlooking them. Among prestige, because they badly misjudged their those is Mattel, one of the premier toy com- markets. Despite these inherent challenges panies. Mattel was experiencing steadily Gronbach has a long record of correctly fore- declining sales and hired four CEOs in four casting the trends, transitions, and opportuni- years to reverse this trend. None of them, ties around the world. however, had been able to do that, and sales

“Do you think just maybe that has some- able to. Suddenly, sales began to fall off a cliff, plunging from $8 billion to thing to do with their sales decline?” he asked. “The auto makers kept on fi ring their mar- $2 billion in just two years; the company couldn’t understand what “If there is a 25 percent decrease in your marketing departments and chief marketing offi c- ket, no matter who you are, your sales are go- ers because they weren’t selling as many SUVs was going on ing to decline. Mattel needs to reach a large to Generation Xers as they had to the boom- number of kids, but many of them were never ers. Nobody bothered to count the number of Gronbach, president of the marketing fi rm of Hot Wheels and Barbie Dolls continued to born.” people in that market,” which was substan- KGC Direct and an author, is an international- decline. tially smaller ly respected demographer who has predicted According to an article in The Wall Street Generations Tell The Story Gronbach has not only analyzed the size of commercial, economic, cultural, and political Journal, “The real problem is that kids now Demographers group people into genera- the various markets in the US but of those in changes with great accuracy. are so enthralled with their iPhones that they tions, which last for 20 years. There are 78.2 other countries as well, and this has led him So what’s his secret? “Twenty-two years no longer have any consideration for those million baby boomers, born between 1945- to make some very surprising and even shock- ago, as the president of a very successful re- toys.” But according to Gronbach, the real 64, and they helped fuel the growth in autos, ing forecasts about some of the trends and tail advertising agency, I made a remarkable problem is that there are 25 percent fewer homes, toys, and other industries. events that may lie ahead. discovery about the relationship of shifting children now under age 10 than there were 10 The boomers are followed by Generation demography and changing markets,” he says. years ago. X, which consists of 69.5 million people; they What The Future Holds were born between 1965-84. 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Is there anything they will stop *Europe will be changed forever. buying? “The future is not mystery; it’s simple Gronbach added that since Russia has a VISIT OUR WEBSITE: math,” says Gronbach. “The thing that drives shrinking population and very few immi- QBSPSHMIRA.ORG commerce and consumption is the number of grants they will need to get more people people in a market – period.” by annexing countries, specifi cally Ukraine, Have an emergency? See anything suspicious? Need a About 20 years ago, Levi-Strauss called which has “50 million healthy people,” to helping hand? Queens Borough Safety Patrol (Shmira) is Gronbach to help resolve a serious problem use his expression. He believes that China always there, keeping you and your family out of harms way. they were experiencing. For 20 years the “shot itself in the foot” with their “one Day or Night, Rain or Shine, Queens Borough Safety Patrol is company couldn’t make their products fast child” policy of the 1970s and now have no always there to answer that call. We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We wouldn’t be able to do it without our dedicated enough, and consumers were delighted with younger people to drive their economy; no volunteer members and your help. We are here to help keep this them. Then, suddenly, sales began to fall off a “heavy-lift taxpayers,” to use another of his great city safe. Thank you for your support! cliff, plunging from $8 billion to $2 billion in expressions. just two years; the company couldn’t under- The largest population increase, said Gron- stand what was going on. bach, will be in Sub-Saharan Africa, where “What happens at 34 years of age that the population will grow to 4 billion in the makes consumers stop buying your prod- next 50 years. Back in the US, Gronbach sees ucts?” Gronbach asked a company executive. women taking more of the degrees in higher “Many no longer can fi t into them,” was education than they do now and having more the reply. of a leadership role in the future. DONATIONS CAN BE MADE “Do you realize you’re a boomer business?” According to Gronbach, of particular inter- Gronbach asked. est to US investors is that demographics point THROUGH OUR WEBSITE “What does that mean?” the executive re- to a severe shortage of health care and funer- plied. ary services for the aging baby boomer popu- “It means you’re not paying attention to lation. “Smart investors and workers will mi- demographics,” he answered. grate to these industries and others focused A similar story happened some 20 years on an older population,” he said. ago. Baby boomers had been purchasing SUVs Investors: Take note, because numbers in vast quantities. Auto makers wanted to sell don’t lie. WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT the same numbers of SUVs to Generation Xers Sources: kgsdirect.com; interviews with Ken as they did to the baby boomers but were not Gronbach and YouTube videos featuring him. 24/7 EMERGENCY HOTLINE Gerald Harris is a fi nancial and feature writer. Gerald can be reached at geraldhrs@ (718) 329-4444 @QBSPSHMIRA yahoo.com

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CONTINUED FROM P. 1 stand politics. Because he completely re- or even to expand health coverage. This isn’t Amelia Thompson-Deveaux, there is another moved himself from responsibility to the only on the minds of Republicans, but on tact they can take. In her podcast, Thompson- politics, he comes up short. Running and Republican Party, he will do whatever it takes Democrats as well. The Speaker of the House Deveaux explained that since the President elected on the strength of the fact that he is to get his way, and does not care about the warned as such as soon as Trump released didn’t initially declare this a national emer- a true Washington outsider, then-candidate damage it will do to the future of the coun- his statement. This is why an outsider who gency from the start, and instead tried to fund Trump promised to change the entire political try after he leaves offi ce. Enter Trump’s latest doesn’t care about politics can be dangerous. the wall traditionally (through Congress), game. Though he ran as a Republican, he move: The President announced that he will But what if I told you that this is only the then this isn’t really an emergency. An actual wouldn’t stay beholden to whatever the Party sign a bipartisan budget proposal that includ- second-worst scenario? emergency would have required the Presi- asked him to do. He would govern his way, dent to make his declaration immediately and Republicans could either get in line, or upon seeing the crisis. Since Donald Trump get out of the way. And initially, this seemed What if there was a way for the Democrats to defeat the wall and still set ran on the need for a border wall, he can’t to favor the President. Two of his harshest the precedent for a future president to re-appropriate funding to whichever claim that this is new information. critics during the election, Mitt Romney Here’s why this is dangerous. If the Demo- and Ted Cruz, quickly fell in line with the causes he or she chooses? crats use this tactic and lose, they can say to Trump agenda. The President had begun their base that the President used devious to successfully restructure the Party in his ed a fraction of the requested wall funding. What if there was a way for the Democrats methods to get his wall. They have already image. Along with this, he also announced his plan to fi ght against the wall, defeat the wall, and framed the wall as pointless, and they will However, of late, it seems that Trump has to declare a state of emergency in order to re- still set the precedent for a future president now be able to say that the President stole completely lost all sense of reality. He bun- direct military funding in order to pay for the to re-appropriate funding to whichever caus- money from the military to fund a worthless gled the border wall negotiations to the point wall. Democrats are expected to fi le lawsuits es he or she chooses? Well, there is such a project. But here’s the catch: Democrats don’t where he was forced to end a long govern- to block this proposal. In fact, by the time this way. The obvious way for Democrats to fi ght actually think that the wall is worthless; they ment shutdown – the longest in history – article is published, that may have already this in court is by claiming that the President are actually okay with the wall. Many of them without getting wall funding. This was a man happened. does not have the authority to determine the have previously voted for it. They just don’t who was supposed to be the ultimate negotia- Initially, Republicans’ worst fear would defi nition of a national emergency. However, tor being taken for a ride by his Democratic be that if the wall went through the courts, according to FiveThirtyEight contributor CONTINUED ON P. 40 opponents, when, in fact, he sabotaged his and the President got his way, this would set own negotiations when he took the blame a precedent that would allow for future presi- Izzo Zwiren works in healthcare administration, constantly concerning himself with the for the shutdown. dents to re-appropriate funding away from state of healthcare politics. The topic of healthcare has led Izzo to become passionate about And now it seems that Republicans are the military to fi ght other potential states of a variety of political issues affecting our country today. Aside from politics, Izzo is a fan of learning exactly what happens when you emergency as he or she sees fi t. This could trivia, stand-up comedy, and the New York Giants. Izzo lives on Long Island with his wife and elect a political outsider. He doesn’t under- include fi ghting climate change, gun control, two adorable, hilarious daughters.

We are so lucky to not have to deal with Will we ever learn from past mistakes and Your Say our trash – we just put it on the curb and for- attempt to reduce both borrowing and long- CONTINUED FROM P. 7 ees are carrying out their responsibilities. get about it! Nonetheless, it’s still collected, term debt, instead of allowing them to grow However, even if one doesn’t wish to call, transported, treated, and stored – all at great yearly? The new $22-trillion federal debt is These are just a few samples of the inco- there are still many, many ways of being part cost to us, to our planet, and to future gen- only going to continue growing by $1 trillion herent ramblings of someone who thinks of the solution. A simple thing I do is carry a erations. It is a dirty little secret that our per year. This inheritance could bankrupt fu- that socialism is democratic. nylon bag or two in my purse at all times. In “cheap choices” – all our inexpensive dispos- ture generations. Rafi Metz the past year I’ve saved hundreds, if not thou- able products – are, in fact, extremely costly, Uncle Sam needs to do a better job with sands, of plastic bags from being fed into the both at the front and back ends of their very an annual $4 trillion budget already avail- Reduce And Recycle environment by this one small act alone. brief cycle of usefulness. able, rather than pick the pockets of taxpay- (The cashiers where I shop recognize me and I believe that our use of the earth is a loan, ers for even more. It is time for a return to Dear Editor: automatically ask if I brought my own bags. both from Hashem and from our children passing annual fi scal year budgets on time by I’m writing in response to a Letter to the They are extremely supportive and coopera- and their children’s children. Let’s do our October 1, rather than a series of continuing Editor from a few weeks ago. My apologies tive, and why wouldn’t they be? We are in part to leave it better than when we found it, resolutions to keep Washington open. for not having the date of the letter nor the this together.) so that future generations, too, can enjoy the Return to pay-as-you-go budgeting means name of the writer available. Other simple, easily do-able ideas wondrous creations that Hashem called into testing for all government assistance pro- The writer described witnessing Sanita- could be: being B’reishis (in the beginning). grams, real balanced budgets without smoke tion Workers throw the writer’s carefully- Use frozen or powdered drink mixes in a I sincerely hope that this letter inspires and mirrors. Stop hiding spending under collected compost out with the general trash re-usable container, rather than bottled juic- readers to take action, however small, in be- so-called independent authorities whose during pick up. After seeing this more than es and sodas. Or go a step further and squeeze ing part of the solution to the environmental budgets are offl ine with little or no oversight once, the writer understandably concluded a fresh lemon into water for fresh lemonade. issues needing our attention. along with actual surpluses and down pay- that further effort and expense on the writ- Use refi llable water cooler bottles or refi ll- With deep gratitude to the Queens Jewish ments to reduce long-term debt for all levels er’s part was unwarranted. able seltzer bottles. Use paper rather than Link for printing this, and to you for reading, of government. First, I want to praise the writer for making plastic cups. Use paper plates rather than Reba Linker Everything needs to be on the table, in- such a good and sustained effort, for buying plastic plates. Use paper tablecloths rather (Reba Linker is a Certifi ed Master Com- cluding the infamous “third rails” of Ameri- compostable bags, and for sorting and tak- than plastic tablecloths. Use biodegrad- poster and the author of the children’s book can politics – Medicare, Medicaid, and Social ing out the compost. Composting is outside able fl atware. There are soy, corn, and other The Compost Heroes: A (Mostly) True Fable for Security – along with military spending, ag- many people’s comfort zones, it is not easy to organically-based products available. Take a Modern Times.) ricultural subsidies, and corporate welfare change habits, or to be an “early adapter,” and leadership role in mobilizing your shul or bailouts. How ironic that after winning the the writer really gave it a fair try. school to tweak their plastic consumption. Super-Debtors Cold War against the evil empire of com- That said, I’d like to encourage people There is even a “Seal of Sustainability” for munism, it may be mismanagement of our reading this to perhaps come to a different institutions to provide guidelines, resources, Dear Editor: economy that defeats us in the end. conclusion. The challenge facing us is simply and yearly certifi cation: hazon.org/seal. Some Valentine’s Day gift from Washing- Unless we change our ways, America is on too great to allow ourselves the luxury of not There are myriad many ways to re-use, ton. First it was the Democrats who doubled the road to losing our status as the world’s acting until others do their part. reduce, and recycle. If our every meal or sim- our national debt from $10 trillion to $20 tril- Number One superpower. Just like mighty Might one solution be to call the Depart- chah puts bags and bags of plastic trash into lion over eight years under President Obama. ancient Rome before the collapse, we are ment of Sanitation to make a complaint? The our landfi lls and oceans, perhaps we need to Now it is the Republicans under President going down the path to become the world’s department, which has invested a lot in this refl ect more deeply and take greater respon- Trump who have added $2 trillion more over super debtor. program, needs to know whether its employ- sibility for our actions. the past two years. Larry Penner

26 QueensJewishLink.com • 718-880-2622 • [email protected] Vol. VII No. 8 (#300) • February 21, 2019 AS NYC COUNCILMAN ERIC ULRICH HAS STOOD WITH THE JEWISH COMMUNITY: Eric is the only candidate who prioritizes religious freedom and school choice. Eric defends our Yeshivas and publicly calls anti-yeshiva attacks “clear bigotry”. Eric is a strong supporter of Israel and Jews living peacefully in their homeland. He is a strong opponent of the BDS movement. Eric is a graduate of private schools and his daughter studies there too. He identifies with the struggles of paying tuition. Eric opposes job-killing fines and tickets on small businesses. While others remain silent, Eric Ulrich stands with the Jewish community and fights for our values. Now let’s stand with Eric and fight for him! COMMUNITY LEADERS CALL FOR ACTION: On February 26, Vote for Eric Ulrich for Public Advocate

On Tuesday, February 26 there will be a special election to elect the New York City Public Advocate. There are more than twenty candidates who are running in this non-partisan election. One of them is NYC Councilman Eric Ulrich, who is a longtime proven friend of our

community. THIS TUESDAY Councilman Ulrich is a product of Catholic schools, and sends his daughter to a Catholic school. He is a longtime advocate for religious schools and has publicly spoken out against the City and State FEBRUARY 26 Education Departments attempts to interfere with our yeshivas and VOTE FOR other parochial schools. Electing Eric Ulrich as Public Advocate will send a loud and clear message to the forces in New York that are looking to control the ERIC ULRICH education of Yeshiva children. Councilman Ulrich will use his position FOR NYC PUBLIC ADVOCATE of Public Advocate to ﬁght the New York City and State on our behalf. We urge all members of the New York City's Jewish SPECIAL ELECTION community to vote for Councilman Eric Ulrich for Public Advocate on Tuesday, February 26, 2019. New York ELE Style: 0022 County of New York - February 26, 2019 OFFICIAL BALLOT FOR THE SPECIAL ELECTION - City of New York - on the Other Side See Instructions Vea las Instrucciones en el Otro Lado Papeleta Oficial para la Elección Especial Ciudad de Nueva York - Condado de Nueva York Sincerely, 26 de Febrero del 2019 WRITE-IN CANDIDATO POR Equality For All ESCRITO Unite Immigrants Common Sense No More Delays For The People Fix the MTA WRITE-IN Rabbi Akiva Grunblatt CANDIDATO POR ESCRITO Rabbi Sholom Spitz DANIEL J. ERIC A. YDANIS Yeshiva Chofetz Chaim MICHAEL A. DAWN L. RODRIGUEZ O'DONNELL MELISSA SMALLS ULRICH Yeshiva Shaar Hatorah MARK BLAKE -VIVERITO Equality For All

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Experience Of A Lifetime: Touro Students Study Bio-Ethics In Thailand By Shanie Sebbag

n a remarkable trip to Thailand over mid-winter break, students from OTouro’s Lander College for Women witnessed fi rsthand cultural differences in healthcare and medicine. From vaccines produced at a snake farm to a hospital focused on alternative medicine, it was an eye-opening experience. Professor Dr. John Loike, who recently joined the Touro faculty from Co- lumbia University, led the trip of 15 students planning to become doctors, nurses, pharma- cists, and physician assistants. Dr. Loike chose Thailand as the destination so that we could observe the stark differences between healthcare in a developing nation and in the United States. This trip was part of Biomedical Cross- cultural Education Program, or BioCEP, an innovative, one-of-kind onsite program of- vaccinating children. This is one instance cine, we learned about forms of treatment veloping countries whose healthcare systems fered to Touro students interested in learning where scientifi c and theological points of whose scientifi c basis remains a mystery. are focused mainly on wealthier tourists. about cross-cultural ethics. view align; both assert that it is important to The doctors at Jubilee practice homeopathic, A brain drain is created in these countries, Healthcare in Bangkok was nothing like use vaccines to protect children from disease traditional, Chinese, and Thai medicine, and whereby the best doctors are not serving the we imagined. We experienced differences and to avoid spreading disease to others. other forms of alternative healing using a ho- local public, but instead treating affl uent for- in everything from hospital protocols to in- Learning New Ideas and Broadening Our listic approach. Some of us even experienced eigners. frastructure and ethical views. Even the life- World View a number of the hospital’s services, including To compensate for the lack of medical re- styles between our two cultures couldn’t be Almost every night, there were lectures massages, herbal compression, acupuncture, sources directed to the general, local popula- more different. from renowned speakers, doctors, and profes- and refl exology. tion, Yanhee does make efforts to serve the Medical Ethics in Unexpected Places sors. Dr. Phaikyeong Cheah, a professor at Ox- At Bangkok Hospital, patients from all underprivileged by offering medical services One of the most memorable excursions ford University, led a discussion on the ethics over Asia, Europe, and the US stay in private at a reduced rate. In addition, once a year, was our visit to an HIV hospice. Some of the of data sharing. She described the benefi ts luxury accommodations receiving topfl ight Yanhee performs 100 surgeries at no cost to patients were only 12 years old and many had and challenges that come with distributing care from staff, and treatment with state-of- children in the community affl icted with contracted HIV due to unsanitary practices in data to researchers. Patients, or customers us- the-art technology. This visit gave us an op- cleft palate. poverty-stricken areas of Thailand. They lived ing commercial DNA testing, may unwittingly portunity to explore the ethics of medical This trip was a hands-on laboratory expe- in gender-separated rooms that each held turn over extremely personal data such as tourism, which is popular in Thailand, thanks rience in bioethics. The knowledge gained about 15 beds. Incredibly, although many of medical, bank account, and family informa- to the low cost of procedures. from this visit will be invaluable to us as fu- the patients at the hospice had lost their mo- tion. At Yanhee International Hospital, we saw ture healthcare professionals, allowing us to bility and were unsupported by loved ones, Dr. Loike gave a fascinating lecture on fi rsthand the largest reason for medical tour- evaluate ethically questionable scenarios and they still had their optimism and spirit. One mitochondrial replacement therapy and its ism: cosmetic surgery. A sizeable percentage be aware of the ramifi cations that can occur woman, who was wheelchair-bound as a re- ethical implications on defi ning parenthood, of the hospital’s patients come for facial or from medical decisions. sult of her disease, was the happiest person according to halachah. He talked about both fi gure reconstructive surgery. Yanhee prides Additionally, I gained an understanding we encountered. She told us, “Everyone dies; science and theology. He outlined the Torah’s itself on being a “destination for beauty,” of cultures beyond my own and a new- it could be by car, or an unknown disease, but defi nition of motherhood, as well as the is- which sparked a conversation about the eth- found appreciation for Judaism and our I know that I have HIV and I choose to live sues that arise when considering surrogacy or ics of traveling abroad for cosmetic surgery. Torah structure that provides us with the with it every day. I can either waste it, feeling adoption. Bariatric and cosmetic surgeries overseas ethical guidelines to make all personal and sorry for myself, or understand that G-d has Medical Tourism in Foreign Hospitals: Safe- are not regulated in the same way as they professional decisions. Seeing what hap- a plan. So every morning I choose to live my ty and Ethical Issues Abound are in the US, and patients and doctors do pens when societies are motivated by fi nan- best life and be as happy as I can be.” This aspect of the trip focused on medical not have access to the same supplies and cial gain rather than just medical service It became clear that while the excursion tourism, a popular industry, but one that rais- safeguards. While bariatric therapy is not ap- to citizens or a moral imperative, made me was meant to explore medical ethics, it also es safety and ethical issues. Last year, more proved in the US for children with Asperger’s truly appreciate the blessings of Torah-true demonstrated a marvelous lesson about the than 1.4 million Americans traveled out of the syndrome or Cerebral Palsy, it is used, alleg- Judaism and redouble my commitment to human spirit. country for medical procedures. edly with success, at Yanhee for these condi- treat my future patients with the highest We also visited a snake farm that produces We visited three hospitals that served med- tions. ethical standards. anti-venom vaccines from deadly king cobras ical tourists, each focusing on different areas Beyond the safety of the traveling patients, Shanie Sebbag is a pre-med student at and vipers. That visit led to a long conversa- of medicine. At the Jubilee Medical Center, the effects of medical tourism are felt most Touro’s Lander College for Women. She is hop- tion about the ethical ramifi cations of not known for its alternative method of medi- strongly on the poor populations living in de- ing for a future career in pediatrics or oncology. Agudath Israel Commends Congress For Including Security Funding in Spending Bill

mong the many allocations listed in tacks. Washington Director. “We are therefore munity, which have benefi ted greatly from the 1,159-page omnibus bill passed “To individuals and institutions – syna- grateful to Congressional leadership and its assistance over the years. Ayesterday by Congress and expected gogues, schools, and charities – within the the President for maintaining current full “It has been both gratifying and reward- to be signed by President Trump is $60 mil- Jewish community that continue to reel funding levels as we requested.” ing to work with national and local Jewish lion for the Nonprofi t Security Grant Pro- from the anti-Semitic murders in Pitts- Under the new spending bill, the amount groups from around the country in advanc- gram. Agudath Israel has spent more than burgh and from the uptick in anti-Semitic of funding to nonprofi ts in specifi ed at-risk ing the effort, and it was inspirational to a decade working with other Jewish groups incidents nationwide, the threat of terror- areas will be maintained at $50 million, see our own Agudath Israel constituents at the forefront of creating and maintain- ism is distinct and tangible and we live while $10 million will be once again allo- respond to the call by mobilizing and making the program that currently provides within its shadow every day,” noted Rabbi cated for nonprofi ts in other locations. The ing this a priority issue in their communi- funding for security enhancements for Abba Cohen, Agudath Israel of America’s NSGP is a much needed and sought-after ties and with their elected offi cials,” added nonprofi ts that are at high risk of terror at- Vice President for Government Affairs and program by institutions in the Jewish com- Rabbi Cohen in hailing the achievement.

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Emet And Rabbi YY Jacobson Inspire Community With Epic Shabbos

By Susie Garber and Josh Margulies same time. The delivery of his speeches left me wanting so much more, and so I joined a his past Shabbos Emet, Outreach held huge crowd that went to the Young Israel of an impactful and inspiring Shabbos Queens Valley to hear him speak again.” Tthat touched a large cross-section of In conjunction with the community Shab- the community. Over 1,500 people partici- bos, Emet hosted a Shabbaton for 35 mem- pated in Emet’s fi rst Community Shabbos in bers of its Step-It-Up higher-level learning KGH. This is part of an ongoing series that program. Young women had an inspirational Emet has organized throughout Queens to experience with a catered dinner at the Sim- create awareness about the vital work they cha Palace and a powerful message from Rab- do. The community was honored to partake bi Jacobson as well as an oneg Shabbos at the in the inspiring shiurim and dynamic speak- Weiss residence. Shabbos lunch took place at ers all through Shabbos, in 12 different shuls. individual hosts’ homes, followed by s’udah Emet is a large kiruv organization that is sh’lishis at The Fuzaylov home. having a tremendous impact on the lives of The weekend culminated with a couples’ thousands of unaffi liated college students, melaveh malkah at the luxurious Royal Elite young professionals, and couples, and help- Palace. This lavish affair had all the trim- ing to build hundreds of Jewish families. The mings, including an electrifying DJ, profes- Shabbos program included a diverse mix of mission to secure the Jewish future by help- the participants’ lives from college through sional singer, complete dairy buffet, sushi Ashkenazi and Sefardi congregations. ing young adults embrace their religion, and marriage, starting a family, and beyond, and bar, photo booth, and Viennese table. The giving them continued support as they get this provides an incredible experience. Rabbi program was designed for couples, and close married and raise families. Rutenberg then shared exciting news that to 500 guests enjoyed hearing Rabbi YY share One highlight of Shabbos morning was an Emet plans to begin a new program called practical advice to treat one’s spouse with re- impassioned speech during davening from Emet Connect, which will offer the opportu- spect and feel a deep sense of positive emo- Rabbi YY Jacobson at Ohel Yitzchak. Rabbi nity for community members to learn Torah tion in a relationship. In addition, he cited Oelbaum gave a warm welcome to Rabbi with local volunteers. He shared that the pur- numerous examples of the miracles that have Jacobson, and the audience was spellbound pose of this community Shabbos was to bring been taking place around the world, restor- by Rabbi YY’s weaving of powerful messages, awareness about Emet and to hopefully stir ing the mantle of Yiddishkeit to many areas insightful comments, and humor. interest within the community in participat- where it was uprooted, especially the Former During Shabbos afternoon, a large crowd ing in and supporting Emet’s efforts. Soviet Union. Rabbi Jacobson said that we see of women gathered at Congregation Ohel miracles before our eyes, Yitzchak to hear a shiur by Rebbetzin Devorah and the great work Emet On Friday night, world-renowned speaker Kigel, popular Emet speaker. Rebbetzin Kigel does is a part of that Rabbi YY Jacobson spoke at the Young Israel shared a beautiful shiur in her inimitable, miracle. of Queens Valley to a packed crowd, who sat warm way about the role of the Jewish wom- Rabbi Rutenberg captivated for the entire lecture, which lasted an. Following this, Congregation Ohel Simcha delivered a passionate over 30 minutes. Rabbi Jacobson spoke later overfl owed with a standing-room-only crowd and energetic speech, in the evening at an oneg Shabbos entitled of men and women eager to hear a shiur by celebrating the growth “An Inspired Shabbos, An Inspired Life” at the Rabbi YY Jacobson. First, Emet CEO and Di- of the organization and home of the Glasers. rector Rabbi Akiva Rutenberg welcomed eve- announcing several new, On Shabbos day, Emet rabbis spoke in ten ryone and shared the vision and goal of Emet. exciting initiatives being shuls throughout the community, sharing the Rabbi Mordechai Kraft and Rabbi Rutenberg planned to expand even vision of Emet and its impact on thousands of founded the organization 15 years ago with further. Two videos were young adults, many of whom come from our the goal to bring understanding and Jewish shown, one a stirring community. One of the key points mentioned education to college students with limited tribute to Mary Libby over Shabbos was how Emet develops deep Jewish background. Schwartz ob”m, whose relationships with students that last through- Baruch Hashem, this amazing organization Rabbi Jacobson praised the beautiful work estate has supported many of Emet’s educa- out their lives. The organization has programs has grown to infl uence thousands of young of Emet and noted that it is our responsibility tional programs, including its Fellowship for and divisions dedicated to young profession- people. It includes college outreach, couples’ to share Yiddishkeit with the Bukharian com- beginners, and two yearly Poland trips. The als and married couples, most of whom have programs, Poland Experience, alumni retreats, munity. He shared many dramatic stories as other was a sneak preview of Emet’s upcom- been part of Emet since their days in college. educational trips, mother-daughter events, he delivered his powerful message that every- ing video library (also dedicated in memory of Throughout its illustrious history, Emet has lectures, mentoring, six campus programs, one has a unique role or mission and how we Ms. Schwartz), which will enable people to ac- introduced over 3,000 local college students and 42 Shabbatons per year. Rabbi Jacobson view a situation makes all the difference. Rab- cess Emet’s vast trove of classes and lectures, to a life of Torah and mitzvos. They are on a pointed out that Emet becomes a part of bi Kraft spoke about Emet at s’udah sh’lishis both on- and off-campus, virtually in real at Congregation Ahavas Yisroel before the time. Rabbi Rutenberg specifi cally thanked very popular Question-and-Answer session Elisha and Leah Wellerstein, who connected with Rabbi Herschel Welcher. the organization with Mary Libby Schwartz, Shabbos came to an uplifting crescendo and have been extremely supportive of Emet as Rabbi Jacobson spoke at s’udah sh’lishis at in a number of ways. the Young Israel of Queens Valley to a jam- World-renowned mentalist Coby Elimel- packed audience of men and women eager ech blew away the crowd with a 25-minute to hear yet another lecture. Following a performance. Though it was quite late, hun- message about Emet from Rabbi Rutenberg, dreds stayed to enjoy his mesmerizing show. Rabbi Jacobson mesmerized the crowd with Emet’s leadership was extremely encour- powerful stories and messages, truly leaving aged and energized by the support and warm all in attendance on a high at the culmina- reception of the extraordinary KGH commu- tion of Shabbos. nity. Emet and community leaders and mem- Hundreds were awe-struck by Rabbi YY’s bers are looking forward to continuing their dynamic and personable charm. One woman joint mission and – with Hashem’s help – en- shared, “He spoke for an hour and 15 minutes. joy ongoing success. His humor and speech were one of the best I To learn more about Emet, please visit Em- ever heard. You could laugh and cry and at the etOutreach.org.

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Brooklyn Chabadnik Creates Airbnb For Kosher Travelers By David Schneier

ews who travel and keep kosher now have another option: a Kosher BnB web- Jsite. Modeled after the popular Airbnb, where residents put their homes up as short- term rentals to tourists, Chrental.com lists homes with kosher kitchens. Eli Chaim, a 26-year-old cousin of Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach, living in Crown Heights, created and operates the website. The listings are rated by three levels of kashrus: “Kosher Mehadrin Kitchen” (listed by a chareidi owner), a “Kosher Kitchen” (listed by someone Orthodox but not chareidi); and a “Non-Kosher Kitchen with kosher utensils.” Each listing must offer a potential resident at least a kosher urn or a kosher hot plate. Eli Chaim asks questions about the A kosherkosher rrentalental iinn CCostaosta RRicaica A kosherkosher rentalrental iinn LLAA kashrus of each potential host but does not offer certiﬁ cation or take responsibility. the United States, the website has listings in Visa, American Express, and MasterCard. Crown Heights. Travelers can contact the hosts before renting Florida, California, Portland (Oregon), Wash- Since the website was created nearly four He was hesitant listing on Chrental but to determine the level of kashrus of the place. ington, DC, and Philadelphia. There are many months ago, there have been nearly 15,000 said, “The patience and customer service that Some hosts rent out to non-kosher people but listings in Crown Heights, Borough Park, and hits. This is one-stop shopping, said Eli Chaim. they provided for me was remarkable. They tell the guests that they must keep kosher in Midwood, here in New York City. People used to Google kosher residences be- made the entire setup operation a breeze. their home. People use Airbnb to save money rather fore and only get three or four places listed Within a very short amount of time I began Eli Chaim knows local Jews in Barcelona, than go to a hotel. Costs for food while trave- on a single website. receiving inquiries from potential customers. Costa Rica, and Puerto Rico who make their ling can cost 25-50 percent of a person’s trip, Listing a home on his website is free. I have personally seen results.” Yosef H. will kitchens strictly kosher before guests arrive. said Eli Chaim. People now could have the There are online reviews and ratings of hosts. be hosting a family from Toronto in the next The website currently has more than 510 choice of dining in or dining out. When a rental goes through, there is a per- few weeks. listings in places like Tzfas, Jerusalem, Tel Hosts listing their residence can take out centage that is charged. “These percentages Moti, of Crown Heights, has already rent- Aviv, and Beit Shemesh in Israel, as well as homeowners insurance through Proper In- are super small, and the hosts even have the ed out his place to ten guests. He credits that in Manchester and London, England; Madrid surance, said Eli Chaim. People booking their choice if they want to pass it along to the cus- to the “excellent customer service” from Eli and Barcelona, Spain; and in Costa Rica. In stays could use Pay Pal or credit cards like tomer or to absorb the cost,” said Yosef H. of Chaim.

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Health Week Takes On New Meaning To HAFTR Lower School

AFTR Lower School students and home with a water staff show none of the distress one bottle inscribed with Hmight expect after a devastating fi re #HAFTRhealthweek. last month, which caused signifi cant damage Joy Hammer, Principal, to their lower school home. Although school and Tova Zucker, Assistant is taking place in other locations, including Principal, are both grateful community synagogues Congregation Beth to their staff, students, and Sholom and Young Israel of Lawrence-Cedar- parents for turning a disas- hurst (YILC), walk into any classroom and you ter into an opportunity to will fi nd happy students and teachers learn- come together. According ing with enthusiasm. to Ms. Hammer, parents This week, Lower School students cel- continue to help in differ- ebrated Health Week at their various tem- ent ways, including pur- porary locations. The focus of the week chasing anything the stu- was on germs. As students spend the winter dents and teachers might months fi ghting off the fl u, strep, and the their expertise. To enhance their “talk,” the she was discussing the importance of vita- need while in their temporary locations. “We common cold, this topic was most appro- professionals brought models, charts, x-rays, mins and had the treat of teaching her daugh- are touched by the generosity of the close- priate. and an abundance of giveaways. Walking in ter Ellie’s class. knit and caring community and its countless Subtopics were as varied as hand-washing, the hallways, one could overhear the stu- “I think it’s really great to see how the chil- acts of kindness.” viral versus bacterial diseases, and the im- dents excited about their new knowledge. dren have adjusted so well in a short time,” Despite destruction, smoke and ashes are mune system. Classroom teachers supported The students were so proud of their guests said Dr. Nathan. “The teachers have done an just no match for the smiles and resiliency of the science specialists with read-alouds, ex- and have expressed an interest in following amazing job helping the kids feel comfortable HAFTR students. Although recovery is both periments, and discussions. in their footsteps. in their new environment, and the kids are slow and fragile, HAFTR will surely emerge Throughout the week parents and grand- Dr. Janine Nathan, pediatrician and HAFTR really excited to move into their new trailers even stronger than before. And as Health parents visited classrooms to enrich class- parent of three current students and one soon.” Week comes to a close, HAFTR Lower School room conversations. Dentists, doctors, nutri- alumnus, has been volunteering and sharing The PTA provided daily healthful snacks. knows, all too well, that when we have our tionists, and dance instructors were just a few her expertise with HAFTR students about Students enjoyed making smoothies, fruit lives and health, everything else just isn’t as of the professionals who came and shared “Health Week” for over ten years. This week, kabobs, and Ants on a Log. Everyone went important.

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Vol. VII No. 8 (#300) • February 21, 2019 QueensJewishLink.com • 718-880-2622 • [email protected] 33 What’s New IInn SSchoolchool Over 100 YTM Talmidim Participate In Winter Break’s Ki Heim Chayeinu Bnos Malka Launches Health Week n a continuing effort to improve the nu- anytime we can shake up the routine and Program tritional value of the lunches prepared in break the monotony, it is a good idea.” Ischool, Bnos Malka Academy is revising The planned special menu is quite impres- its menu for the last week of February. Ex- sive. Monday will feature a salad bar with ecutive Director Michael Salzbank explained: grilled chicken breasts, roasted butternut “Over the past couple of years, we have incor- squash, oranges, and a whole-wheat roll. On porated more and more fresh fruit and vege- Tuesday, they will replace pasta and cheese tables in the regular daily menu. Health Week with a spinach/noodle quiche, fruit cup is just taking it one step further, where the with cottage cheese, and minestrone soup. girls become more aware of making healthy A whole-wheat turkey wrap with lentil and choices.” bean soup and oven-baked sweet potatoes On a monthly basis, the school builds ex- with a side order of slaw will surely satisfy citement and anticipation by offering “themed the girls on Wednesday, while Thursday’s of- menu days.” Among them are: “Breakfast for fering will be a vegetarian stir fry with a wild Lunch,” “Shabbos Kiddush,” “Summer Barbe- rice medley, Parmesan Focaccia, and fresh ap- cue,” and even “Picnic” with red and white ples. “We are excited about Health Week and plaid tablecloths. “It’s a long school year, and hope the girls will be, too.”

MSH Showcases STEM For Assembly-

eshiva Tiferes Moshe once again were invited to celebrate their achieve- woman Michaelle Solages ran Ki Heim Chayeinu, a newly ments with a pizza and ice cream party Yenhanced learning/davening pro- during lunch last week. The Yeshiva was so gram for grades 5-8, during winter break. proud of the boys who participated in the Talmidim in grades 5-6 were required to program! daven Shacharis and learn for 15 minutes Special thanks go to Rabbi May, Rabbi a day during the midwinter break. Boys in Deutscher, Rabbi Schauder, Rabbi Welcher, grades 7-8 were required to daven Shacha- and Rabbi Becker – and, of course, all of the ris with a minyan and learn for 20 minutes talmidim for making this program possible. a day. May the talmidim continue to shteig in their All boys who completed the program learning!

MTA Represents China At YUNMUN ollowing the enormous success of seniors Chaya Roffe and Tamar Waronker, and fter months of intense preparation, egates were cited by their committees for Midreshet Shalhevet hosting a visit junior Esther Conway. Juniors Tal Gaon and 15 MTA talmidim participated in the their outstanding preparation and work, Fwith Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Avigayil Roffe presented another robot they AYeshiva University National Model and Rafi Saperstein (’20) was awarded a Best Amato of the 23rd District last year, Teach are building and coding to avoid bumping into United Nations, which was held on Sun- Delegate Honorable Mention for his work NYS reached out once again, asking MSH to obstacles in their STEM II class, and a giant day, February 10, through Tuesday, February on the Disarmament and International Se- showcase its STEM curriculum for Assembly- menorah they built from scratch and coded 12. The conference, located at the Crowne curity Committee. woman Michaelle C. Solages of the 22nd Dis- to light up and play a musical Chanukah song Plaza in Stamford, Connecticut, included In addition to learning about the UN and trict on Thursday, February 14. any time someone comes into proximity of its 45 yeshivah high schools from all over the China, MTA’s team members gained valu- The morning started with a discussion be- optical sensors. Senior Becky Haviv and junior United States, Canada, Brazil, South Africa, able diplomacy and public speaking skills tween the Assemblywoman, MSH Menahelet Zahava Ganchrow exhibited coded mini-me- and Great Britain. and also enjoyed making new friends from Mrs. Esther Eisenman, STEM Coordinator norahs they had built to light up one light for MTA represented China, and team mem- other schools. The team had an incredible and teacher Mrs. Aliza Feder, Teach NYS rep- each night, and play a song at the end. Sopho- bers participated in UN committees debat- experience, which was greatly enhanced by resentatives, and Mrs. Estee Lichter, mother more Ayala Feder showed the Assemblywom- ing resolutions on topics ranging from slave the many opportunities they had to partici- of Tamar (MSH ’13) and 9th grader Naomi, and an the programs she is working on building: an trade to international law to the status of pate in optional shiurim and the ability to Mrs. Sarah Yastrab, mother of Tamar (MSH ’16) electronic Mad-Libs, a Math assistant program the South China Sea. Many of MTA’s del- daven with a minyan each day. and senior Nava, who joined to share insights that doubles numbers, and a program to test on their daughters’ experiences, and how well if a number is even or odd. Freshmen Esther MSH prepared them for college and beyond. Halpert and Julia Lindner illustrated some of Then the fun started! Sophomores Ayala the things the 9th grade required coding class Terebelo and Emily Weintraub demonstrated have been learning. Esther Halpert walked the the robotic arm they are building in their Assemblywoman through the front end of the Scholars extracurricular class. Science Olym- webpage she built, and the code behind it. piad team members senior Becky Haviv, junior Julia Lindner closed the program with a pres- Simmy Shafi ro, and freshman Sara Sigal ex- entation of the idea for an app she is working hibited the car they built to run on the energy on called Foreign, which she hopes will bring created by a mouse trap for the competition. people from different cultures and who speak Sophomores Shani Roffe and Jenna Shakarchi different languages together. spooked the Assemblywoman with their “cool The visit was a resounding success! The but creepy” robotic hands. Junior Avigayil MSH students wished Assemblywoman Roffe demonstrated the MSH STEM mascot, Solages luck in the upcoming session in Al- Gator, which she built at her internship at NYU bany, and will visit her in her Albany offi ce last summer together with teacher Aliza Feder, in March.

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Bais Yaakov Of Queens Early Childhood: Learning All About Our Community

t the Bais Yaakov Academy of Queens, the Pre-1A students are em- Abarking on exciting research projects that take them out into the community to ﬁ nd out more about the fascinating world in which they live. The ﬁ rst Pre-1A class to embark on its journey was Pre-1A- N. The girls showed great interest in supermarkets and had many questions about them, ranging from “How do you know how much food to buy for the store?” to “What happens if you want to buy something and you don’t have enough money to pay?” Fortunately, our local kosher market, excited children to enter the huge walk-in Rosenblum’s Grocery, invited the girls to refrigerator. The girls spent a good deal of visit. They were warm and gracious and pa- time sketching all of the fascinating things to purchase snacks. They were allowed to We would like to extend our thanks to tiently answered all of the girls’ questions. they were experiencing. scan the bar codes by themselves and felt Rosenblum’s for their amazing hospitality They gave the girls a fascinating tour of the The highlight of the visit was when the like “real” cashiers. Yummy doughnuts and for always being there for BYQ and for well-stocked store and even allowed the children had an opportunity to use money capped off a wonderful experience. the entire community.

Busy Week At Bnos Malka

t was a jammed-fi lled week of activity The students went on a scavenger hunt for the girls at the Bnos Malka Academy. searching for Rashi letters, which they then ISunday began with a most impressive had to transform into a phrase they had al- and meaningful siddur play performance ready learned from Chumash, t’fi lah, or Y’dios by the fi rst grade. Parents, grandparents, Klaliyos. Finally, the girls decorated a beauti- and siblings alike all marveled as the girls ful picture frame displaying each girl’s name sang and performed fl awlessly. Rabbi Mi- written in Rashi letters. chael Weichselbaum, Menahel, remarked, At the conclusion of the exciting morning, “Receiving their fi rst siddur is an important the students were reminded that now the milestone for each girl, and it was wonderful real work begins. Mrs. Babad, assistant prin- to see how much they appreciated the mo- cipal of the lower grades, explained: “Baruch ment.” Indeed, everyone present was beam- Hashem, our students are well on their way to ing with pride. learning to extrapolate Rashi’s question and On Tuesday, the third grade talmidos held delving into the answer as well. We congratu- their annual Rashi Breakfast. After the stu- late them on reaching this important mile- dents completed learning “Rashi Script,” they stone in their learning, and wish them many celebrated the momentous occasion with years of inspiration and growth from learning a special breakfast. The students were privi- the words of Rashi.” leged to hear fi rst from Rabbi Weichselbaum, On Thursday, Author Meish Goldish paid who spoke of his experiences walking in a visit to the preschool and second grade to Rashi’s footsteps literally. Next, they listened share with them his love of writing and sto- to Rabbi Dovid Delman speak about how rytelling. He has written over 300 books and learning Rashi is an integral part of learning came to the school with books and guitar in and understanding Torah, which is one of the hand. Mr. Goldish captivated the girls as they ways we show Hashem that we want to be paid very close attention to his every word. close to Him. It really was a busy week!

HALB History Day Fair

n Wednesday, February 6, the Hebrew ent historical areas, including ﬁ lm, science, “It’s so great to see learning showcased and Academy of Long Beach held its second technology, sociology, foreign relations, and made visible, and especially such meaningful Oannual History Day Fair as part of the law. They analyzed various struggles and trag- learning, too!” larger National History Day Competition. The edies in the forms of racial segregation in the The winning documentary was “The Hits National History Day Competition is an event United States, big business versus the “com- Just Keep Coming: Brain Injuries in Profes- in which more than half a million students mon people,” the Holocaust, and discrimi- sional Football” by Aharon Cohen, Benjy participate each year. The projects examine nation in immigration. Once their research Fried, Shmuli Glick, Marc Matlis, and Moshe an event in history and how it relates to a na- was complete, they presented their projects Rattner. tional theme. For the past ﬁ ve months, under in one of the following ways: documentary, The winning website was “A Train Ride the guidance of their social studies teacher, website, or museum exhibit. Each project to Hope: The Kindertransport” by Rebecca Ellis Island” by Elizabeth Boczko, Maya Hiller, Ms. Kristen Waterman, the 8th grade students type allowed students to use real-world skills Brown, Farrah Crane, Abigail Lampert, Tama- Kira Klayman, and Lea Septimus. researched various events in history related to present their research, and in a fun and ex- ra Saffra, and Meira Weinstein. The top projects in each project will move to this year’s theme: Triumph and Tragedy. citing way. Dr. Hillel Broder, Principal of Gen- The winning exhibit was “From Tragedies on to the NHD Regional Competition at Hof- Students examined triumphs in many differ- eral Studies at DRS High School for Boys, said, to Oppression to Triumphs of Opportunity: stra University on March 31.

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Connecting To T’ﬁ lah: SKA TTYL Workshops

n a departure from the activities Iof the previous day’s Color War, students of the Stella K. Abraham High School for Girls were able to learn and connect to t’fi lah outside of the formal liturgy on Thursday, February 7. SKA’s student-directed TTYL Committee (Turning T’fi lah into Your Life) designed a t’fi lah workshop program, giving girls the chance to choose from ten different workshops, ranging from Fishbein, Ms. Shalva Goldshein, Mrs. Penina with HaKadosh Baruch Hu’ and really helped committee members: Abby Aaron, Daniella meditation and mindfulness to in-depth Kranzler, Mrs. Shira Manne, Mrs. Paghit Ral- us understand how to connect with Hashem.” Botnick, Tzvia Deutch, Esther Dykman, Leora understanding of what we say during dav- bag, Mrs. Leanne Taylor, and Rabbi Yosef Another student who took part in “Letter to Fenster, Eleora Fine, Ely Goldstein, Zehava ening. The goal of the workshops: making Zakutinsky – Dr. Hillel Broder (Principal of Hashem,” shared that the workshop helped Graff, Tamar Herschberg, Eliana Kramer, Leah time to focus on how we can make t’fi lah General Studies at DRS) and Rabbi Manu her refl ect on what is important to daven for Kramer, Adina Lev, Shoshana Lunzer, Anna more meaningful every day. Hass (Day School Coordinator of NSCY Long and how. Many students expressed how moti- Ostrow, Shoshana Schwartz, Celia Shaoul, In addition to the stellar roster of SKA Island) also delivered powerful workshops to vating all the workshops were, and what a dif- Adina Shwerd, and Aliza Strauss – who organ- faculty members – Mrs. Penina Bernstein, the SKA students. ference they are making to their daily t’fi lah. ized this amazing program. Thanks also go Mrs. Avital Braun, Mrs. Rochel Chafetz, Rabbi “The workshop I attended,” one student Our thanks go to Mrs. Leanne Taylor, SKA’s to our very inspirational speakers who made Daniel Eisenbach, Mrs. Esti Engel, Mrs. Rikki noted, “was titled, ‘You Are Invited to a Date Chesed Coordinator, and her hard-working this event so relevant to our lives.

IVDU Hosts Valley Stream Fire Safety Education Then, one of the fi remen geared up with his jacket, helmet, mask, and all to demonstrate how some of their gear and equipment work. They even demonstrated the use of an oxygen mask. Did you know that fi refi ghters often carry over 150 pounds of gear with them at one time? The students were engaged throughout the presentation, and asked insightful questions of the fi remen. At the end of the visit, the fi refi ghters presented the children with their very own fi refi ghter helmets, as well as activity books teaching about fi re safety. IVDU LI thanks Former Chief Garofalo and Hon. he students at IVDU Long Island Chief Skellington of the Valley Stream Fire were privileged to meet Former Department for generously giving of their TChief Ron Garofalo and Hon. Chief time to educate our students on the im- Rick Skellington of the Valley Stream Fire portance of fi re safety in a hands-on and Department, who graciously gave of their interactive presentation that captured time to teach the students about fi re safe- the attention of all. Hands-on learning is ty. An animated and child-friendly video a key component to all learning at IVDU was shown to the children, and the fi re- Long Island, which provides a warm and men explained vital fi re safety rules, such stimulating K-5 special education option as the importance of crawling low down in in the Five Towns. For more information case of a fi re. The fi remen also showed the about IVDU, a division of YACHAD, please students a smoke alarm, and taught about call Mrs. Miriam Reifer, School Administra- the importance of replacing the batteries tor, at 718-758-2999 (ext. 3), or email her at in smoke alarms when necessary. [email protected].

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Emulating Greatness CONTINUED FROM P. 9 who know how to play ball or are great ac- tors don’t have any greater insight to life, it to me. It may be the only autographed politics, or relationships. In fact, it’s often au copy of Reb Shmuel’s Gadol card in the contraire! world. It’s important that we stress that our true Our society glamorizes celebrities, sports role models in life are people who are self- icons, and the rich and famous. There may less, loving, and devote themselves to better- not be anything wrong with trying to imi- ing themselves and others. Those are people tate the way a player excels, the way a singer worth emulating and watching how they sings, or the way an actor acts. But some- conduct themselves, even if there’s no kid- how it seems to go far beyond that. People dush afterwards.

The Worst Possible Outcome Of The Wall CONTINUED FROM P. 26 the President didn’t consider this enough of an emergency until now. They win the want to give a win to the President. But us- lawsuit. Trump gets no wall. A future Demo- ing this argument as a tactic sets them up cratic president then decides on day one of perfectly if they succeed in shutting down the new administration to declare a state of the wall. If they use this tactic and win, they emergency, and reallocate funding from the will have succeeded in preventing a wall, military to ﬁ ght for gun control, healthcare, and set the precedent that future Command- infrastructure, or against climate change. ers in Chief can deﬁ ne emergencies without This is the absolute worst outcome – to go the approval of Congress, and therefore re- through all this trouble, come away with appropriate funding as they deem necessary nothing, and allow the future Presidents as long as they do so without bothering to to do whatever they want. And this is ex- go through Congress. actly why Congressional Republicans need So to put this plan in action, the Demo- to take this opportunity to stand up to the crats would make a half-hearted attempt in President. The future of America may liter- courts to stop the wall based on the fact that ally be at stake.

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Literacy Week At Shulamith School Inspires By Susie Garber

he week of February 11 was a very busy time at Shulamith School in Ce- Tdarhurst. Under the guidance of this writer, writing coach at Shulamith Lower School, and their teachers, students were writing and studying poetry for weeks in preparation for this culminating week, fi lled with the joy of books and author visits. The hallways were adorned with their lovely original poems with watercolor illustrations and poems with collage illustrations. There was even a “poet tree” with poems hanging from its branches. On Monday, February 11, Miss Miriam Agular, an administrator at Shulamith and a picture book authoress, presented an engag- The children were very enthusiastic when ing hands-on workshop for students in grades they met Mrs. Weinstock. One second grader three and four. said, “I love your books. I look for them.” A The girls were brimming with questions, few girls shared that every Shabbos they read and Miss Agular answered graciously, sharing the Yael books and most of the girls own Yael her writing process for her children’s picture books. book, Mr. Smith in Yahoopitzville. She shared some of her writing process She shared her three rules of writing: Rule with the girls. She said, “You know a lot #1: Hashem gives you the gift. Rule #2: Listen. when you read a lot. I write a book a year.” everyone is special, and everyone will always He recited many of his humorous animal po- Rule #3: Teamwork. She has 17 titles in print, baruch Hashem. She be unique.” ems and read aloud from How to Draw a Dragon She then explained her rules. She shared said, “I’m happy people read them. The fi rst Mrs. Weinstock imparted that when she and one of his newest books, Friends and Foes. how she thought of the story for her picture time I started to write, I was seven years old.” started writing girls’ books, moms asked her The talk was interactive as Mr. Florian book because she listened to the campers she She told the girls that she still keeps a pen to write for boys. She had to do some research asked the students to fi ll in the last word of was watching when she was on night duty and notebook by her bed in case she sudden- by talking to mothers with lots of boys. She each couplet and he called students up to for their bunk. They asked her for a story, ly gets a good idea. Her newest book about explained to the students that if you don’t hold posters that said rhyme rhythm, allit- so she made it up, and as her campers asked Yael planting seeds was sparked by seeing know about something, then you do research eration, onomatopoeia, repetition, ABAB, In- her questions about her main character, this children planting seeds in front of a school. for the writing. That was how she began writ- ternal Rhyme, Symmetry, word play, and per- helped her to craft the story. She then shared She said, “Keep a pencil and notebook near ing her Dovi series. sonifi cation. It was a fun way to learn these how teamwork helped her put the book to- you. It is good to observe the world around She spoke about how her books get dis- elements of poetry hands-on. gether. She found an editor, a publisher, and you.” tributed and she shared that she sells them in Girls were snapping their fi ngers to his an illustrator. They worked together with her She shared why she writes: “I want to tell supermarkets. She then read one of her Yael poem about DaddyO Daddy Longlegs. to create the fi nished product. She shared people a message I want to share. One of the books aloud to the class. He also demonstrated how he creates his that her favorite part of the writing process best ways to share your messages is to write On Thursday, February 14, students in illustrations. He drew part of an animal and is the characters. It was exciting for the stu- about them.” She noted that she receives grades one through four – and then mid- then asked the students to guess what it was. dents to learn about how Miss Agular wrote emails from people all over the world who dle school students at Shulamith – were all Mr. Florian is the author of over 60 chil- her book. read her books. “That’s why it’s so amazing to treated to a wonderful author visit from well- dren’s books. His newest titles that are not Following this, on Wednesday, February 13, write a book.” known author, poet, artist, and illustrator, Mr. out yet are Jewish books about Shabbos and Mrs. Malky Weinstock, author of the popular She noted that she tries not to use too Douglas Florian. going to shul. Yael and Dovi series, visited Shulamith and many words and to let the picture tell the rest Mr. Florian mesmerized the audience with Everyone left energized and excited about spoke to the fi rst and second grade classes, of the story because that is what a picture his humorous rhymes, as he showed the stu- poetry, writing, and books, which means that bringing her large cardboard Yael with its book is all about. dents his poetry writing process and how a this literacy week was a smashing success. trademark orange headband along with her. She asked the students what message they book moves from a hand-written dummy Kudos go to Mrs. Barbara Drucker and Mrs. One fi rst grader asked if the cardboard Yael would like to convey to the world. One sec- book to a fold and gathered book and then to Helene Gerber for their hard work on this could stay. ond grader said, “I want to write about how a printed book. lovely program.

Yeshiva Sha’arei Zion Hosts MEF Principal Leadership Group

eshiva Sha’arei Zion (YSZ) had the privilege to be chosen as the only school in New York for the MEF Principal Leader- Yship trip to visit and learn from our warmth and student leadership program. Principals came from all over the world, including Monsey, Baltimore, and even South Africa! They spent time observing classes and learning from teachers’ instruction and col- laborated with our Judaic teachers. Mrs. Raizel Nissim, Judaic Principal of the YSZ Girls Division, gave a session about the Torah’s directive on education. The MEF Principals were welcomed by a group of YSZ students, with one representative from every class who came together and created a poem. Each student contributed a message that they wanted to share with the principals. When the principals arrived, the group presented the poem and beautiful gift for each of the guests. The MEF Leadership group expressed their sincerest gratitude for YSZ opening its doors.

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YIKGH’s Rabbi George And Rita Rushfi eld Chevra Kaddisha Annual Dinner/Melaveh Malkah To Be Held March 9 he Rabbi George and Rita Rushfi eld members of the community to express grati- dedication. The work is often strenuous, in- agencies outside the community that offer Chevra Kaddisha of the Young Israel tude to the tireless work of the Chevra which volving transporting chairs, a Sefer Torah, their services, but it does not compare to the Tof Kew Gardens Hills will be holding is so often taken for granted. aron, and siddurim - but it is a labor of love. personal attention offered by members of our its annual dinner/melaveh malkah this year Chevra Chairman Dr. Jeffrey Weintraub The least we can do is pay tribute to the own shul during such a sensitive time.” Motzaei Shabbos March 9, 2 Adar II 5079, at noted, “We have an outstanding crew of vol- Chevra members once a year.” To make reservations please go to the YIK- 8:45 p.m. unteers that are there to service our families Rabbi Yoel Schonfeld, Rav of the Young GH website at www.yikgh.org or call the shul The dinner allows the shul and other at their most diffi cult times with complete Israel, added, “It is true there are wonderful offi ce 718-261-9723. Remembering A Giant: Rabbi Dr. Ephraim R. Wolf On His 15th Yahrzeit Pioneer for Orthodoxy and Yiddishkeit in Great Neck

By Dr. Paul E. Brody above the crib of a newborn baby boy before ing Israeli, Persian, and Iraqi synagogues. the bris milah, to which I can personally at- For all of his great accomplishments, a sec- his 13th of Adar (traditionally Taanis test, when our son Joey was born in 1999, tion of Old Mill Road, where the Great Neck Esther, Erev Purim), marks the when Rabbi Wolf was already the Rabbi Synagogue is situated, is named “Rabbi Wolf T15th yahrzeit of our dear Rabbi Dr. Emeritus. Dr. Mel Breite told me that when Way.” Ephraim R. Wolf, HaRav Efrayim Reuven ben he fi rst moved to Great Neck, in the 1970s, Rabbi Wolf’s involvement in Jewish Nachum Chaim zt”l. The Modern Orthodox and Rabbi Wolf learned of some needed suk- causes was known well beyond the con- community in Great Neck was shaped by kah repairs, he appeared at the Breite’s resi- fi nes of Great Neck. Stanley and Jacqui Fis- him. When Rabbi Wolf became the spiritual dence the very next day with a brand new cher remember being in a small town in a leader of the Great Neck Synagogue (GNS) sukkah! distant state, when a man in an ice cream in 1956, the strong denominations on the Rabbi Wolf was devoted with all his heart shop asked them where they lived. When peninsula were Reform and Conservative. and soul to our Holy Land. Everyone from they said “Great Neck,” he replied, “Please At the time, Orthodoxy was perceived to be Great Neck who traveled to Israel became a send my best to your esteemed rabbi – Rabbi outmoded and declining, out of touch with “sh’liach mitzvah” – whether they were asked Wolf!” modern society. “Through his force of per- by Rabbi Wolf to deliver tennis balls for un- In the early days, Rabbi Wolf drove the sonality, Rabbi Wolf was able to give a legiti- derprivileged kids to play with, or letters for bus to make sure students got to school at macy to Orthodoxy that Great Neck might posting (with the stamps affi xed already), or the NSHA. On snowy days, Rabbi Wolf shov- otherwise not have had,” according to Rabbi to take much needed dental supplies. Rabbi eled snow off sidewalks, recalled Sharon Dale Polakoff, who in 1988 succeeded Rabbi Wolf always referred to his congregants as Goldwyn, a congregant who was a student Wolf was very active in the project of Zeirei Wolf as Rabbi of the Great Neck Synagogue, “you beautiful people,” and he meant it with at the North Shore Hebrew Academy in its Agudath Israel, headed by Mr. Mike Tress, a Modern Orthodox congregation with close all his heart. early days – whose parents, Solomon and and Mesivta Torah Vodaas, headed by Rabbi to 600 families. The Great Neck community grew rapidly. Belle z”l, were among the founders of both Shraga Feivel Mendlowitz zt”l. He wanted to Today, Orthodoxy is not only accepted Rabbi Wolf, with the capable assistance of the school and the Synagogue. When snow do something for boys growing up in cities but also thriving in Great Neck. In Rabbi his wife, Rebbetzin Elaine Wolf zt”l, estab- got into her boots, Rabbi Wolf went back too small to support yeshivos. Rabbi Wolf Wolf’s early days in Great Neck, that was far lished the North Shore Hebrew Academy to her home to make sure that she had dry was one of the “recruiters” who would travel from being the case. With his humble man- (NSHA), a coeducational yeshivah that now socks and shoes. She couldn’t learn Torah if to outlying areas, even sleeping in railway ner, sense of tolerance, and an extraordinary has more than 1,100 students from toddler her feet were wet and cold, Rabbi Wolf told stations, with a list of boys who might be in- ability to connect with people, no matter through high school, on four campuses in her! terested in coming to learn in Mesivta Torah what background they came from, Rabbi Great Neck. He also established the mikvah Rabbi Wolf studied at the Mesivta Torah Vodaas. Rabbi Wolf was a very practical man, Wolf was able to bridge the gap. Stanley H. (which, in order to gain Village approval, Vodaas in Brooklyn, at the Ner Israel Rabbini- and he strove to do whatever possible to Fischer, Esq., a former president of GNS dur- was initially referred to as a wading pool!), cal College in Baltimore, and at the Yeshiva preserve Torah. He always had in mind what ing Rabbi Wolf’s tenure, related that Rabbi and worked countless hours on gaining ap- Tifereth Israel in Israel. His early pulpits were could be done in order to save a Jewish soul Wolf regularly visited Jewish patients at proval for the Great Neck Eiruv. All of these in Malden, Massachusetts, and in Wilkes- for Yiddishkeit. North Shore University Hospital, whether achievements helped shape Great Neck into Barre, Pennsylavania, where he established When people will write about the last 50 they had any affi liation or not. Rabbi Wolf the bastion of Orthodoxy that it is today, yeshivah day schools. His entire life was de- years, Rabbi Wolf will probably not be men- would deliver a welcome package to all new eventually serving as home to the Young Is- voted to kiruv r’chokim (bringing Jews closer tioned in the headlines, because he always Jewish residents of which he was aware, rael of Great Neck, two Chabad shuls, as well to Judaism), because he loved Torah and al- and bring a special Brachah plaque to hang as to many Sephardic congregations, includ- ways sought ways to share that love. Rabbi CONTINUED ON P. 61

42 QueensJewishLink.com • 718-880-2622 • [email protected] Vol. VII No. 8 (#300) • February 21, 2019 Community Calendar Compiled by Rebecca Wittert cial rabbi for beginners, Mordechai Kraft. 07 Jewel Avenue, Hillcrest). Breakfast and Cost of dinner $15 for newcomers to Havu- lunch served. All attendees receive profes- rat Yisrael. To make a reservation, please sional development hours. For more infor- THE CALENDAR FOR ALL EVENTS IN QUEENS call 718- 261-5500 or email hyofÓ ce18@ya- mation, please visit Challenge-ei.com. hoo.com by Tuesday, February 26. FEBRUARY 2019 At 11:00 a.m., there From 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Nefesh will be a Hachnasas The Yeshiva of Cen- B’Nefesh will hold an aliyah event at the Sefer Torah begin- tral Queens will At 8:00 p.m., Chazaq Glenpoint Marriot in Teaneck, New Jer- ning at the home of hold its 78th Anni- and Congregation sey. To register, please visit www.nbn.org/ Sunday Danny and Golda versary Scholarship mega. Od Yosef Chai will 24 th Gross (138-43 78 Dinner at the Old present the third of Motza’ei Shabbos 2 Road, Kew Gardens Westbury Hebrew Teach NYS Act for three sessions by 20 Hills), where the last letters will be written Congregation. Hon- Jewish Education Wednesday Wednesday Rebbetzin Tzivia Kh- and from where, at 12:30 p.m., there will be oring Dr. Eve and Rabbi Todd Sullivan, Drs. will hold a mission iyayev on “Harmony a procession to Khal Nachlas Yitzchok Rachel and Joshua Sisser, Rabbi Moshe to Albany to advo- in the Home – Shalom Bayit: Laws of Taha- (Rabbi Oelbaum’s shul). Hamel, and Randi Beeber Luxenberg. For cate for increased rat HaMishpachah.” At Cong. Od Yosef more information, please visit www.yc- Tuesday 12 government fund- Chai (141-56 73rd Avenue, Kew Gardens At 8:00 p.m., Chazaq and Beth Gavriel will qdinner.com or call 718-793-8500 (x-300) or ing for non-public Hills). Free Admission. Women Only. For present “A Night of Inspiration with Rab- email [email protected]. schools. Arrive at Capitol at 9:00 a.m.; de- more information, please call 718-285-9132 bi Eli Mansour, Rabbi Paysach Krohn, and part at 4:30 p.m. $36 (includes three meals). or email [email protected]. Rabbi Ilan Meirov.” At Beth Gavriel (66-35 The Young Israel of To register, please visit teachnys.org/al- th 108 Street, Forest Hills). Chinese food and Kew Gardens Hills banymission. At 8:00 p.m., Chazaq, sushi banquet. Men and women invited. will hold its annual Beth Gavriel, and For more information, please call 718-285- Rabbi George and At 11:00 a.m., there Mikvah USA will Rita RushÓ eld 9132 or email [email protected]. will be a Hachnasas Motza’ei Shabbos 9 present Rebbetzin Chevra Kadisha Sefer Torah begin- Yemima Mizrachi on From 9:30 to 10:30 Dinner at the Shul. Thursday 21 ning at the home of “The Secret to the a.m., Rabbi and Mrs. Rabbi Joshua Sturm of Project Renewal

Sunday Danny and Golda will speak, and there will be a special trib- Best Life.” At Beth Hochberg will hold 24 th Gross (138-43 78 th an interactive dis- ute to Shul members who have passed Gavriel (66-35 108 Street, Forest Hills). $15 Road, Kew Gardens admission. For more information, please cussion and Jewish away during the previous year. $36 per per- Tuesday Tuesday 26 Hills), where the last letters will be written reÔ ection on life is- son. To make a reservation, please call 718- call 718-285-9132 or email Events@Chazaq. and from where, at 12:30 p.m., there will be sues at the back of 261-9723 or visit yikgh.org/payment.php. org. a procession to Khal Nachlas Yitzchok Bagels & Co (188-02 Union Turnpike, Jamai- (Rabbi Oelbaum’s Shul). The Young Israel of ca Estates). Hebrew Academy of Long Beach will hold th Forest Hills (71-00 its 64 annual dinner at its new campus Yellowstone Blvd, At 6:30 p.m., Shaare Emunah will hold its (523 Church Avenue, Woodmere). Honor- MAY 2019 Forest Hills) will second annual dinner at Congregation ing Gavri & Shani Butler, Jay & Jessica Lam- host Scholar-in-resi- Beth Sholom (390 Broadway, Lawrence). pert, Rabbi Ashie & Elana Schreier. For fur- Shabbos 23 ther information or to make a reservation, The Young Israel of dence Rabbi Dr. Aar- Honoring Rabbi Yonaton & Avital Saban, please contact 516-791-8200 (x-107) or dini@ Queens Valley will on E. Glatt, distin- Raphael & Annie Afriat, and Dr. Ralph & halb.org or visit dinner.halb.org. hold its annual Sho- guished international lecturer on medical Betty Benzakein. $450 per couple. For reservations or ads, please visit shaareemu- ah Remembrance and halachic issues. There will be a Shab- th Program and S’udah

Shuvu will hold its 28 annual dinner. De- Shabbos bos Lunch for paid participants only. The nah.org. 11 tails to follow. Sh’lishis. Details to rest of the program is free and open to the At 8:00 p.m., Chazaq and Rivka Malka pres- follow. entire community. For more information, ent “Uniting Women Worldwide: In Our From 8:30 a.m. to please contact 718-268-7100 or ofÓ ce@yifh. Yearning for G’ulah Through T’Ó lah and 4:00 p.m., Challenge At 8:00 p.m., ECHO org or visit yifh.org. Song” at Ohel Simcha (141-41 72nd Avenue, Early Intervention Institute for Health Kew Gardens Hills). Center will hold a will hold its annual At 8:15 p.m., the Young Israel of Queens workshop on Help- Echo Women’s Tea. Valley Women’s League will host an art Sunday

10 Monday Rabbi Daniel Glat- At 8:30 p.m., Lev L’Achim will hold a parlor ing Young Children th 20 auction at the Shul (141-55 77 Avenue, Kew meeting in the home of Dr. and Mrs. Marc with Sensory Pro- stein will speak. Gardens Hills). Early Bird Admission $5. At Silverman (73-03 136th Street, Kew Gardens cessing Disorders, led by Lindsey Biel, More details to fol- the door $10 members/ $15 non-members. Hills). HaRav Shmuel Kamenetsky will OTR/L, at the Young Israel of Hillcrest (169- low. Door prize, wine and cheese, desserts. For speak. more information, please contact Muriel at 718-263-9793. At 8:00 p.m., the Young Israel of Ja- At 8:30 p.m., the Fleetwood Synagogue maica Estates will (Mount Vernon, NY) will present Come- hold the Ó rst ses- dian Ashley Blaker direct from his off- sion of a ten-session Broadway show, “Strictly Unorthodox.” 27 Wednesday Wednesday art class for adults Tickets $30 in advance; $36 at the door. led by Clarisse Fren- Please reserve your ticket today by or- kel. All levels of experience welcome. $300 dering through the shul’s website, Ô eet- for the course. To register, please visit woodsynagogue.org/rsvp. www.yije.org. MARCH 2019

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She’asah li kol tzorki. ciate the stitching around the button on his is giving us something, it is certainly for our tively what is truly for my benefi t. …Who has provided me my every need. jacket and what it does for him. Think about benefi t. This brachah is an opportunity both to ex- going out on a very cold or very hot day and Often, we think we need something and press hakaras ha’tov to Hashem for the sweet, ***** putting our bare feet on the ground, walking we are frustrated when we don’t receive it. and to strengthen our bitachon that we have The Gemara in B’rachos (60b) relates this over rocks, dirt, rain, snow, mud, etc. For example, let’s imagine that we want to all that we truly need. brachah to shoes. Imagine detailing in writing what we make more money for good reasons. We want I forget who it was, but someone once HaRav Moshe Goldberger (in his sefer One know about every article of clothing and to support our family or help others. We may asked a rebbe how he can say this brachah, Hundred Brachos), based on the sefer Alei Shur every body part. It would take days and we question why Hashem won’t give us more given the poverty level he lived with. The (of Rav Shlomo Wolbe), explains that just as would fill thousands of pages with what money if all we want to do is give more char- rebbe told him to travel to another town and a shoe size fi ts each individual precisely, so, we know from medical textbooks. Need- ity and help others. ask a particular person. When he met that too, everything that Hashem provides us with less to say, we haven’t even mentioned Maybe having more money right now will person, he saw that his poverty level was far in our lives, both spiritually and materially, is anything beyond our bodies and clothing. actually be detrimental to me or to those to worse than his own. He asked his question. an exact fi t, perfectly custom-made to fulfi ll Our ancestors, even of the recent past, whom I wish to give. Perhaps Hashem wants The man responded, “Please tell the rebbe our purpose in life and achieve d’veikus. We that I have no idea why he asked you to ask thank Hashem here for providing for all of me that question. I thank Hashem each day, those perfectly suited needs. This brachah is an opportunity both to express hakaras ha’tov to happily, during this brachah that He has, We have much that is “sweet” in our lives Hashem for the sweet, and to strengthen our bitachon that we in fact, given me all that I need.” The man to thank Hashem for. HaRav Avigdor Miller had no more questions after hearing this re- zt”l, who was the master at recognizing and have all that we truly need sponse. teaching appreciation for Hashem’s constant As part of our new Mitzvah Series, daily and abundant chasadim, describes the differ- recordings of less than two minutes each day ent parts of a shoe and how each part ben- could not even begin to dream of the com- me to intensify my tefi los or strengthen my are available. Sign up by sending an email to efi ts us and adds to our well-being and com- forts and conveniences we have available bitachon, which will bring me closer to Him, [email protected] and put the word “Sub- fort. To describe it would exceed the space to us and routinely take for granted. This gifting to me the greatest good I can enjoy. scribe” in the Subject line. In addition, we now allotted to our Tefi lah segments. We encour- brachah is an opportunity each and every And perhaps it is none of the above. Regard- have a daily one-minute recording on Tefi lah. age all to sit and give it some thought. The morning to contemplate for a few seconds less of what the reason may be, I need to re- To access Audio, Video, and Archives of shoe is but one solitary item of clothing that or a minute how truly blessed and fortu- member that it is clearly for my benefi t, since previous Tefi lah segments, please visit www. we wear. HaRav Miller zt”l related that one nate we are. Hashem is the only One Who knows defi ni- WeeklyTefi lahFocus.com. of his rebbeim in Slabodka, the rosh yeshivah We also have “bitter” parts of our lives. We HaRav Isaac Sher, taught him how to appre- thank Hashem for these as well, because if He You can direct any questions or comments to Eliezer Szrolovits at 917-551-0150.

Halachic Highlights…Mezuzah #10 HHalachicalachic Highlights (For p’sak halachah, please ask your own rav.) Rabbi Ephraim Glatt, Esq. non-writing, tying aspect of t’fi lin making. Thus, a woman would certainly be allowed to affi x Women Affi xing Mezuzos a mezuzah, a mitzvah she is even obligated in is merely hechsher mitzvah, a means necessary (as opposed to t’fi lin). [But see Sh’eiris Yosef (5:8), to get to the main aspect. Thus, there is no prob- Question: May a woman affi x the mezuzos in cannot tie t’fi lin, since he cannot write t’fi lin. where Rabbi Wahrman zt”l cites other interpre- lem with a woman appointing a shaliach to af- a house? Similarly, the sefer Eretz Tzvi (siman 15) queries tations of this Rambam. Note, though, that Rab- fi x the mezuzah, as this is not the main aspect of Short Answer: While certain Acharonim fol- whether a woman can affi x a mezuzah, since bi Wahrman ultimately relies on the Chasam the mitzvah, and the above-mentioned principle low an opinion that ideally a woman should not she cannot write a mezuzah. Sofer to be lenient and allow a woman to affi x only applies with the main aspect of the mitzvah. affi x a mezuzah, many Acharonim disagree and Certain Acharonim, including the T’shuvos a mezuzah.] The Mishnas Yehoshua (pg. 123) suggests a rule that a woman may affi x a mezuzah. V’Hanhagos (4:238:6), the Be’er Moshe (2:100), Furthermore, the sefer Birur Halachah (Vol. different answer, based on a fundamental rule and the Heichal Horaah (Rav Brandsdorfer, Hor- 4, pg. 494), as well as Rav Ovadia Yosef zt”l (Ya- of the Shaarei Yosher, even if the main aspect is Explanation: aah 132), follow the Y’shuos Malko l’chatchilah. bia Omer, Yoreh Dei’ah 3:18) and Ohalei Shem the affi xing of the mezuzah. The Shaarei Yosher In other words, a woman ideally should not (Rav Peretz, Mezuzah, siman 60), cite numerous notes that our principle (that any mitzvah that I. Women Also Need Long Life affi x a mezuzah, but if she already did, the me- other Acharonim who rule that a woman may one cannot perform by oneself, one cannot ap- The Mishnah in B’rachos (20a) states that zuzah does not need to be taken down and reaffi x a mezuzah and thus rule as such. Similarly, point a shaliach to perform it) does not apply in women are obligated in the mitzvah of mezu- affi xed. Indeed, the T’shuvos V’Hanhagos brings the sefer K’vius Mezuzah K’Hilchasah (13:8) con- all cases. Indeed, this principle only applies in zah. Rashi (20b) explains that a woman’s obli- a proof that the Targum Onkelos for the word cludes that a woman may affi x a mezuzah, and cases, such as korban, where the shaliach is ef- gation in mezuzah is based on the Gemara in “u’ch’savtam” is to “affi x” – highlighting that affi x- cites Rav C. P. Scheinberg zt”l ruling as such. fecting the mitzvah – in other words, where the Kiddushin (34a) that women, just like men, need ing the mezuzah is the key aspect of the mitzvah. act is invalid without a proper appointing of a the protection that mezuzah provides, i.e., to IV. How Can a Man Affix a Mezuzah for a shaliach. However, the principle would not ap- merit long life. III. Attacking the Y’shuos Malko Woman? ply where the mitzvah has effect without the Notably, however, women cannot write a Many poskim, however, disagree with the The sefer Maadanei Asher (5769, VaEschanan) shaliach, such as writing a sefer Torah or perform- mezuzah. The Gemara (M’nachos 42a) states that Y’shuos Malko and his chumra. Indeed, the queries how a man can affi x a mezuzah for a ing a milah. Even if the shaliach was not properly women cannot write a sefer Torah, t’fi lin, or me- Chasam Sofer (Yoreh Dei’ah 271) rules that a woman based on the principle that any mitzvah appointed, the sefer Torah is validly written and zuzos, because an individual, such as a woman, woman may affi x a mezuzah, as the Gemara in that one cannot perform by oneself, one cannot the child properly circumcised. Similarly here, by who is exempt from “k’shirah” (tying – i.e., by M’nachos was merely ruling that a woman may appoint a shaliach to perform it. Since a woman mezuzah, even if the main aspect is to affi x the t’fi lin) is also exempt from “k’sivah” (writing). not write a mezuzah but had nothing to do with cannot affi x a mezuzah herself (according to the mezuzah, the house is still protected if the mezu- affi xing a mezuzah. Y’shuos Malko), how can she ask a man to affi x zah is affi xed without a proper shlichus. See also II. The Chidush of the Y’shuos Malko Likewise, the Sheivet HaLevi (2:158:3) disa- it for her? sefer Moznei Halachah (siman 63). The Y’shuos Malko (on Rambam, Mezuzah grees with the Y’shuos Malko, and rules that a The Maadanei Asher answers that perhaps New Series Next Week: Tz’dakah: How is 5:10) introduces a novel idea. Although a wom- woman may affi x a mezuzah. The Sheivet Ha- the Y’shuos Malko understands that the main maaser k’safi m different from the mitzvah of an must have a mezuzah on her doorpost, she Levi notes that according to the Rambam, the aspect of mezuzah is to have a doorpost with a tz’dakah, and does maaser k’safi m even apply cannot affi x it herself. He proves this from the only reason why a nachri cannot tie t’fi lin is mezuzah, while the act of affi xing the mezuzah nowadays? Gemara in M’nachos, that since a woman can- due to the “writing” aspect of the letter shin not write a mezuzah, she likewise cannot affi x a on the straps. Otherwise, though, there would Rabbi Ephraim Glatt, Esq. is Assistant to the Rabbi at the Young Israel of Kew Gardens Hills and a mezuzah. This is similar to the fact that a nachri be no problem with a nachri performing any practicing litigation attorney. Questions? Comments? Email [email protected].

44 QueensJewishLink.com • 718-880-2622 • [email protected] Vol. VII No. 8 (#300) • February 21, 2019 How To Treat Iras And 401(K)S For Purposes Of Medicaid And Estate Recovery

By Ronald A. Fatoullah, Esq. (over 65), or disabled. In this article we will Also, similar to a traditional retirement amount in excess of the Community Spouse and Elizabeth Forspan, Esq. be discussing the regulations specifi cally re- account, a retiree may begin withdrawing Resource Allowance may be subject to recov- garding 401(k) accounts and disabled, aged from the 401(k) at normal retirement age ery by Medicaid. In contrast, if the same ap- and/or blind Medicaid applicants and their without penalty but must start withdraw- plicant’s spouse has a 401(k) in the amount of spouses. ing at the age of 70 ½ (with few exceptions), $500,000 that is in payout status, the 401(k) In New York, an applicant may own up one being continued employment. When is not considered an asset for determining an to $15,450 in non-exempt assets in order to a retiree starts taking withdrawals from applicant’s eligibility for Medicaid. Further, in qualify for Medicaid. An applicant’s spouse a 401(k) account, the account converts to the latter example, the 401(k) is not subject to can own up to $74,820 in non-exempt as- what is called “payout status”, and it is this recovery by Medicaid. sets, or one-half of the couple’s assets, up to a conversion that determines whether or not As shown, the status of a non-applicant maximum of $126,420 (called the Community Medicaid in NYC considers the retirement spouse’s 401(k)—payout versus non-payout Spouse Resource Allowance). Any amount in account as an asset for purposes of quali- status—can have a tremendous impact on the excess of the Community Spouse Resource Al- fying. In other words, i f a non-applicant Medicaid applicant’s spouse’s plan. It should lowance may be subject to recovery by Medic- spouse’s 401(k) account is in payout status, also be noted that even though a spouse’s n May 2002, in an important case in the aid for the applicant’s care (up to the amount the account is not considered as an avail- 401(k) may be in payout status, and thereby Matter of Arnold S., a 77-year-old Monroe Medicaid has contributed for that care). A able asset for the applicant’s eligibility for protected, the income derived from the 401(k) ICounty Medicaid applicant, was denied question that often arises in connection with Medicaid. It is exempt. In addition, when also plays a critical role in an applicant’s Med- benefi ts on the ground that his individual Medicaid planning for one spouse is whether the 401(k) account is in payout status, the icaid plan. The Medicaid income rules will retirement account (IRA) was available to a non-applicant spouse’s 401(k) or other quali- amount in excess of the Community Spouse count this income. The rules governing Med- pay for his nursing home care. He appealed fi ed retirement account is considered an as- Resource Allowance ($126,420) is not subject icaid are highly complex. The failure to imple- that decision, and it was reversed by a state set for purposes of determining an applicant’s to recovery by Medicaid to pay for the appli- ment a proper Medicaid plan may have an ef- administrative law judge, Katherine Volk. In eligibility for Medicaid and whether the non- cant’s medical expenses. It should be noted fect on an applicant’s eligibility for Medicaid Volk’s decision, which applies only to New applicant’s retirement account is subject to that the rules with respect to what consti- and potentially expose assets to a Medicaid York, she ruled that the applicant’s IRA distri- recovery by Medicaid. The answer, as will be tutes payout status differ between NYC (e.g. estate recovery. butions (income) were available to pay for his seen, is that it depends on the status of the Queens) and the other counties in NY, such Ronald A. Fatoullah, Esq. is the founder of nursing home expenses, but the IRA principal account. as Nassau and Westchester. Ronald Fatoullah & Associates, a law fi rm that was not because the account was “in pay sta- A 401(k) account is a type of employer An example may help illustrate the differ- concentrates in elder law, estate planning, Med- tus.” Since 2002, this ruling has also protected sponsored retirement account. It is similar ence of a non-applicant spouse’s 401(k) on the icaid planning, guardianships, estate adminis- 401(k) accounts and IRAs for Medicaid appli- to a traditional individual retirement ac- applicant’s eligibility for Medicaid and the tration, trusts, wills, and real estate. Elizabeth cants in the State of New York as well as their count (IRA) in that individuals can invest possibility of recovery by Medicaid against Forspan is the Managing Attorney of the fi rm. non-applicant spouses. pre-tax dollars to promote the growth of the the 401(k) when it is in non-payout status The law fi rm can be reached at 718-261-1700, Medicaid is a jointly funded, Federal and retirement account faster, since individuals versus payout status. If, for example, an ap- 516-466-4422, or toll free at 1-877-ELDER-LAW New York State program which offers broad may contribute more of their income. The plicant’s spouse has a 401(k) in the amount or 1-877-ESTATES. Mr. Fatoullah is also a part- medical services to low income individuals taxes are paid at the time the retiree with- of $500,000 that is in non-payout status, the ner with Advice Period, a wealth management as well as individuals who are blind, aged draws funds from the retirement account. 401(k) may be considered an asset and the fi rm, and he can be reached at 424-256-7273.

Managing Meniscus Tears in the Modern Age would appear that the ball’s spherical na- the meniscus or to simply smooth out ture results in only a small point of con- the tear so it no longer gets caught in tact between it and the fl at table. Now the knee with movement causing pain. imagine a doughnut on this table, with Since joint preservation is a focus of my the cue ball resting in its center, and you practice, I aim to repair meniscal tears will appreciate the essential function whenever it’s possible and appropriate. of the two menisci in helping the two Over time and even without surgery, round femoral condyles in each knee dis- pain caused by a meniscal tear can im- tribute the strong forces of body weight. prove. Often the tear no longer catches Meniscal tears can occur for many in the knee with movement and is reasons, with some resulting from quick considered to have stabilized. These twisting movements while others when tears can be watched for worsening the knee forcibly bends. They usually symptoms and can be surgically treated present with pain on the sides or back if symptomatic in the future. This ap- of the knee and can be associated with proach applies to most of the meniscal By Dr. Donald Heitman acute swelling. Additionally, tears can de- tears I see in practice, especially in those velop insidiously over time due to exces- in people over age 50. Other types of here aren’t too many adults out there sive stress within the knee compounded tears, such as radially oriented tears and who get to age 40 (often younger in by age. Age is a big factor, since as we get tears of the root attachments of the me- Tathletes) without having experienced older the limited potential for healing niscus, should be surgically addressed a signifi cant episode of knee pain at one tears in a meniscus greatly diminishes. since these injuries can render the me- time or another. For most of us these occur- Based on their orientation, even seem- niscus nonfunctional allowing arthritis rences are self-limited; yet for some the dis- ingly small tears can quickly render a to progress relatively quickly. Ultimate- comfort continues and becomes a lingering meniscus less able to protect our knees, ly the two menisci in each knee can be issue resulting in dysfunction for months at and specifi cally the underlying cartilage sources of pain, but a thorough evalua- a time. This is when I see these folks in the that cushions the joint. Imagine again tion by an experienced surgeon can help offi ce and have the opportunity of identify- the above scenario of the doughnut, but this is a source of pain and then secondarily the patients chart their course toward recovery. ing the problem as a tear in their meniscus. time with a small thin bite taken out of it. type of tear it is. The patient’s description of At The Center for Musculoskeletal Disor- The menisci are interesting. These C- You can predict how the doughnut fails to pain and my physical exam help me fi gure ders in Englewood, New Jersey, we attempt shaped structures act as shock absorbers provide the expected support as the femoral out the former, and the results of a knee MRI to individualize your knee and overall joint on each side of a knee joint. Having two in condyle now engages the middle of it. It’s can provide the answer to the latter. Ideally issues. All knees are not the same! If you feel each knee, they function to effectively soften when the meniscus no longer provides its if a tear is persistently painful despite con- we can help please make an appointment at the impact as our thigh bones come crash- supporting function that arthritis, i.e. wear- servative treatment like physical therapy, 2015103777. ing down against the joint surface of our leg ing and thinning of the underlying protec- then surgery is considered to either repair bones with every step. Imagine for a moment tive cartilage layer, can progress over time. a heavy cue ball resting on a table. When The focus of addressing meniscus tears Donald Heitman, MD, FAAOS is an orthopedic surgeon at The Center For Musculoskel- looking at it from the level of the table, it centers around identifying whether the tear etal Disorders/Englewood. His specialty is sports medicine.

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CONTINUED FROM P. 1 about their job. “Maybe they are trying to fi g- ure out how much money I make.” The chat- a person and then, depending on what you ter that I have been hearing is that people are told (and you don’t know how much was want others to like them for their personali- embellished or left out), you decide whether ties, not because of their title or prestige that you want to date him or her. If you decide to they may have or what their salary is. Insert date the person, you may speak with each your eye-rolling here – I know I did. C’mon! other on the phone to introduce yourselves Dating is hard enough; now you want to limit to each other, fi nd out more information, and the topics of conversation? No one is asking, try to fi nd out if you share common interests. “Do you have a pension plan at work, have Sometimes there is no phone call and the two you set up a 401K, can you clear six fi gures, people meet for the fi rst time on the actual etc.?” In my humble opinion, the question felt when I had “the money discussion” with to marry. This is also a sad refl ection of our date. I always spoke on the phone with fel- about someone’s profession is an innocent my then chasan? I knew what he did for a generation, that all we are thinking about is lows I dated. I never went into a blind shid- one. The whole purpose of shidduch dating is living, but not what his salary was. Here we money and not how they can love and marry duch date completely blind, by not speaking that we are dating someone for the purpose were engaged and it was time to know what someone for pure reasons. I know what top- to the fellow. But even with the discussion of marriage. So what is wrong with asking a our fi nancial situation would be. Yes, I know ics to avoid on fi rst and second dates: past and some insight as to what this other per- potential spouse what he does for a living? that by the time you get engaged you should dating relationship or experiences, politics, son is like, the fi rst date is hard. What do you True, you can fall in love with a teacher just know the employment of your future spouse, and fi nances. Yes, talking about employment discuss with someone you don’t know? I’ve can fall under the umbrella of fi nances, but written about this topic before – what to dis- I don’t think that is the ultimate destination cuss on a fi rst date. It’s a topic most in the Are people really paranoid to think that all that others are after is their of the conversation. We spend eight hours shidduch world can relate to. But now I am money? Is the idea of love and romance dead? a day at work. Most work 40-hour or more hearing that one topic that most speak about workweeks. Even when we are on vacation, during the initial phone call and fi rst date is we check in with work; we check messages becoming taboo and people don’t want to disas easily as you can a lawyer or a sanitation but this falls under the same heading: Money. and emails. At least one third of your life is cuss it. worker, a CPA or a manager of a pizzeria, but Several years ago I was leaving shul one spent at work, so what is the harm in dis- What is this new taboo topic? Drum roll, what’s wrong with knowing what the person Shabbos and a woman stopped me and asked cussing how you spend most of your waking please. It is: “What do you do for a living” or you are dating does for a living to pay the if I knew of any single girls who may be a hours? Why can’t we just be open and talk “Tell me about your job.” Apparently, people bills? good match for her son. She told me all about about something without an ulterior motive? fi nd it intrusive when a stranger asks them Remember when I wrote how awkward I her 27-year-old son. All sounded fi ne, but she Beside the fact that talking about work can never told me what her son’s profession was. lead to some pretty funny stories about what I asked, “What does he do?” She hesitated and your co-workers are like or some mishaps then said, “He and I would rather not say.” that have happened in the past, it’s a way to When I asked why, I was told that he works make conversation, kill time, and try to get to Celebrating our in the technology fi eld and has a patent that know someone, not his PIN numbers. 18th Anniversary could make him very wealthy in the future as I’m not saying that there aren’t those out and many more many tech fi rms were interested in it, but she there looking to marry someone for the mon- Eden to come! 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46 QueensJewishLink.com • 718-880-2622 • [email protected] Vol. VII No. 8 (#300) • February 21, 2019 Profiles In CCaringaring Rebbetzin Faigie Horowitz 14 Ways To Protect Your Parents From Scams

adly, elder fraud is on the rise. Statis- 4. Ask to see their license. If you are you make any transactions or share any make sure that you or Medicare weren’t tically, older adults are at far great- dealing with a broker, he has to be super- information. But be aware that some con billed for services or items you didn’t get. Ser risk of falling victim to scams of vised by FINRA. Someone offering invest- artists give out false names, telephone 11. Be a knowledgeable customer. Re- various sorts than younger people. It’s im- ment advice must be overseen by the SEC numbers, addresses, and business license mind your parents not to rush into any portant to take proactive steps to protect or a state securities regulator, while sales- numbers. purchases or to sign up to fi nancial or your parents - and yourself - from becom- people selling insurance are governed by 8. Have no sympathy. Explain to your health services. Take the time to shop ing targets of scammers. the state’s insurance commission. If he/ parents that fraudulent telemarketers are around and consider all options. Often, it 1. Never to make an “on-the-spot” deci- she does not have a license or registration hardened criminals who don’t care about helps to consult with a friend or relative sion. If the salesperson tells you that you number with a regulatory body, it’s a sign the pain they cause when they steal some- who can be more objective about the is- have to take the offer immediately or you of a scam. You can also check with these one’s life savings. Once your parents un- sue. And remember: if you are pressured will miss the opportunity, it is very likely organizations to see if the adviser has any derstand that illegal telemarketing is a into making an on-the-spot decision, view to be a fi nance scam. Legitimate compa- history of disciplinary action. serious crime—punishable by heavy fi nes it as a big red warning light of potential nies do not pressure people to act without 5. Do not provide personal and long prison sentences—they are more elder fraud. taking the time to look into the deal. information (i.e. Social Security, credit card, likely to hang up and report fi nance scams 12. Shop around. Many contractors 2. Avoid investments that are ‘too ATM PIN number) over the phone, unless to law enforcement authorities. charge wildly infl ated prices to older cus- good to be true’. Offers that promise huge you placed the call and know with whom 9. Help manage your parents’ fi nances. tomers, in the hope that they won’t real- profi ts with no risk are almost certainly you are speaking. Never be shy to request Make time each month to sit with your ize how high the price is or won’t dare unreliable. “High-return” investments are that the person you are speaking to proves to parents to review their bank statements, to push back against it. Don’t have work not guaranteed, and legitimate companies your satisfaction that he/she really is work- credit card bills, etc. This way, you’ll no- done on your home without getting esti- will tell consumers about possible risks ing at your bank/insurance company/etc. tice any questionable activity early on, mates from at least three reputable con- involved. 6. Always check out unfamiliar compa- and be well placed to nip elder fraud in tractors, so that you can compare the 3. Shred everything. Never throw nies. You can look them up at your local the bud. range of prices. mail or other sensitive documents in the consumer protection agency, Better Busi- 10. Review claims for errors. When you 13. Do your homework. Before hiring a trash. It’s a good idea to invest in a cross- ness Bureau, state attorney general, the or your parents get health care services, fi nancial planner or adviser, be careful to cut shredder for your parents (and one National Fraud Information Center, or record the dates on a calendar, and save do a background check, including follow- for you too). Shred credit card solicita- other watchdog groups. However, not all the receipts and statements you get from ing up on their references and credentials, tions, expired personal documents, and bad businesses or fi nancial scams can be providers. Compare this information with regardless of how trustworthy they may anything that bears bank details. Identity identifi ed through these organizations. the claims that Medicare processes, to seem. thieves planning fi nancial scams begin by 7. Always get their name and contact going through people’s trash looking for details. This way, you can use them to A veteran nonprofi t leader, Faigie Horowitz, MS is a columnist, motivational speaker, and active personal information that they can steal. verify the salesperson’s identity before community rebbetzin in Lawrence.

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Vol. VII No. 8 (#300) • February 21, 2019 QueensJewishLink.com • 718-880-2622 • [email protected] 47 HHookedooked On Healing Caroline Schumsky, LCSW, MS

Life Has No Remote – Get Up And Change It Yourself uiz time, y’all. What’s the most more. When you have exhaust- constant thing in life? You got it: ed yourself and let all your feel- Qchange. So when it happens (not ings out, please try to think of if…), we may as well acknowledge it. The ways to make your situation one thing change often brings with it, better, Perhaps your family, like an unwanted guest – is stress. Do loved ones, and trusted friends you know of anyone who ever purchased can brainstorm with you. a new home, landed a great job, or had a Remember to surround baby, and as delighted as they felt, were yourself with a positive person. not apprehensive in some way? Let me After all, one text, one song, one mistake, eat and which cartoons to watch? But you count the ways. one lie, one truth, and one person can made it through. Not all change is bad. You fi nally gradu- change your mood in one second. And do Nothing lasts forever, my friends. What- ated. You got the long-awaited promotion. not tell me you’re trying to be more posi- ever is happening at this time is temporary. You’re getting married. Woot! So why are tive because today you are positive that Do whatever it takes to strengthen your you already carb-loading and ordering ex- everyone’s a halfwit. No, no. If you do have hope and faith. Talk to G-d. Talk to the tra cheese on your stuffed crust cheese negative thoughts, please make sure not universe. Commune with nature. Imagine slice? The only “crunches” you are doing to let them follow you around all day. You yourself in the water. You are not grabbing are Cap’n Crunch and Nestlé Crunch? Uh, cannot litter negativity everywhere and it for dear life or trying to hold on tight. If oh. I suppose you realize that your whole then wonder why life feels so trashy. And you did, you may drown. No, you are com- world is shifting and transforming. you know the drill: Just when you think pletely relaxed and fl oating like a cloud. Sometimes you just need to anchor riously, you have some routines that you you discovered the meaning of life, they Let’s be honest, sweet friends. Whether yourself and realize that not everything do not plan to change. Remind yourself of change it. we look forward to it, or simply dread it: is unsettled. You still take your coffee in that. Don’t try to win an unwinnable war. Change is coming. Take it slow. It’s like the morning with creamer and a slice of Sometimes you think you are taking off, We must accept that, in this life, there are baking that gooey chocolate cake. There avocado toast. You go to the gym, or you but your emotional baggage is too heavy simple things that are beyond our control. are many steps and we must wait till it is call your bathroom “Jim.” That way, it to carry onboard. Please do not be too shy There are events over which we have no completely baked before digging in. You sounds so much better when you say you or intimidated to ask for support. It is not power, and people who may never change know how your friends keep posting in- went to the “gym” fi rst thing this morning. weakness; rather, it is a sign that you know their ways – not even for you. Are you still tense political rants, and you’re like: “Look. Heh. By the way, does refusing to go to the yourself well enough to realize when you trying to move the unmovable? Do not al- I made chocolate cake.” Ha. gym count as resistance training? But se- need some. Vent, and then vent some low your mind to cut corners by assuming Well, truly there is no On and Off that the worst will always occur. Think switch for stress. Dealing with it is more about all the ebbs and fl ows and adapta- like a process. Do not try to resist what tions you’ve made throughout your life. is already happening. My instant sanity Remember those Sunday mornings when saver: Breathe – nice and deeply; and by all the hardest decision was what cereal to means, take your sweet time.

Caroline is a licensed psychotherapist, crisis counselor, and writer with an ofﬁ ce in Queens. She works with individuals, couples, and families. Appointments are available throughout the week and weekends. She can be reached at 917-717-1775 or at [email protected] or at facebook.com/pages/Safe-Haven-Healing. DDailyaily ZZmanimmanim

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48 QueensJewishLink.com • 718-880-2622 • [email protected] Vol. VII No. 8 (#300) • February 21, 2019 The House OOff FFaithaith ‘‘NN FFashionashion Tobi Rubinstein Israel Is Not Your Toy

ife is big, but I like my jewelry even bigger!” is “La perfect introductory quote from Liat Ginzberg, Israel’s trendiest and bold jewelry designer. We fi rst connected years ago at Bijoux at The Norton Museum of Art. The yearly event hosts several top Israeli jewelry designers and is chaired by none other than my second mom, Donna Schneier. Since I am a big jewelry fan in every sense of the word, I immediately gravitat- ed toward Liat’s collection. Over the years we have formed a great friend- ship and she has customized an as- sortment of pieces for me that are the four Bs: bold, big, beautiful, and brazen. Perfectly suited for the occa- sions as New York Fashion Week’s runway shows and TV appearances in which my accessories need to say these two women. Pride in the State of Israel and stagnation of a current brainwave of anti- a lot! without compromising, shrinking, or doing Semitism. We should be bold, big, and loud to Liat has grown over the years to the politically correct, ignoring the current proclaim in our own voice and style that am include a multitude of Vogue edito- trends of BDS that are fueled by ignorance Yisrael chai. rials, but her current most famous admirer is the Israeli singing sensa- Tobi Rubinstein is a retired fashion and marketing executive of 35 years who currently produces tion Netta. The marriage of Liat and runway and lifestyle events for NYFW, specializing in Israel’s leading artists and designers. She is the Netta is perfect. They are both an founder of The House of Faith N Fashion, fusing culture and Torah. Tobi was a fashion collaboration outrageous example of self-love and and guest expert for ABC, Geraldo Rivera, Huffi ngton Post, Lifetime, NBC, Bravo, and Arise. She hosted patriotism. Neither one shrinks to her own radio and reality TV series. Tobi is a mother, wife, dog owner, and shoe lover. accommodate anyone who thinks otherwise. Of course, I’ll explain my statement. Liat Ginzberg’s jewelry are dar- ing, one-of-a-kind pieces with their Only 5 Minutes a Day abundant use of color and electrifying style. The designs express a nostalgic yet current view on the ‘90s can Transform your Shabbos! club scene combined with hints of Frida Khalo, Carmen Meranda, Luci- lle Ball, and Madonna. Discover the beauty of Shabbos while learning the Halachos Each piece is composed of vin- tage components from the ‘70s and Audio shiurim designed to the ‘80s, which Liat collects on her travels around the world. All these significantly enhance the spirit of Shabbos elements and infl uences produce presented by Eliezer Szrolovits a perfectly unique style that is all her own. Liat never compromises to trends; she remains herself in each earring, bracelet, and necklace. Netta, born Netta Barzilai, is an Israeli singer. She was the winner of Eurovision 2018. After winning the fi fth season of Hakokhav Haba, this earned her the right to represent Is- rael in the 2018 song contest in Portugal. She her Israeli pride along for the ride, fi ghting off approached the music scene with a huge en- relentless backlash from BDS and its twisted trance. Her song “Toy” became an anthem for menagerie of celebrities as Pink Floyd’s Roger the #metoo movement as well as an interna- Waters. She fi rmly states that spreading the tional number-one hit. hate of Israel is equivalent to spreading dark- “Barzilai’s style might not be everyone’s ness in the world. She prefers to spread light, cup of tea, but her carnival-like appearance is love, bright colors, and big sound. an antithesis of the demand placed on Israeli So where is the Torah in all this? I could re- artists to shrink, appear nonchalant and not fer to the women during and after the escape draw too much attention to themselves,” says from Egypt. They danced, sang, and played YNET news. Netta takes her style and sound their tambourines to the music of the future to extremes, demanding you to sit still to of the Jewish people. They refused to partake watch and listen. Her newest release, “Saba- in the building of the Golden Calf by refusing ba,” got more YouTube views in the fi rst two to give their jewelry to be used for such sin. To join, please WhatsApp 917.551.0150 days than most well-established music artists. However, I am going to stay very current here. To join, please WhatsApp 917.551.0150 She is an emerging superstar who is taking We should all learn an example of pride from To receive by email, contact [email protected]

Vol. VII No. 8 (#300) • February 21, 2019 QueensJewishLink.com • 718-880-2622 • [email protected] 49 Style Myths DDebunkedebunked Meira E. Schneider-Atik Weeding Out Your Wardrobe Myth: Now that the new spring styles are in the stores, it’s fi ne to start shopping for them. Myth 2: You need some new clothes, so it’s fi ne to just go shopping for them. Truth: You must shop your wardrobe fi rst

ashion week in New York has been you buy new things you’ll just wind up with a husband, your oldest child, or someone else the clothes on that, but if you don’t, just put exciting, and they’re showing a lot of crammed wardrobe and you won’t have much to babysit for any little ones. Turn off your them all on your bed in a pile. Make sure you Fnew and different trends and styles for to wear because you can’t get at it. A lot of ter- phone. Mark the day on your calendar so you get everything out of your closet; you’d be the coming spring season. It’s still cold here rifi c outfi ts get lost this way that could other- don’t make any other plans. Try to get other surprised at what gets buried in there some- as I write this, but a lot of us are looking for- wise save you a lot of time, effort, and money. chores and errands done ahead of time so you times, especially if your wardrobe is large and ward to warmer weather. You’d think that the Depending on how large and how well-ed- don’t have to worry about them. This weed- not regularly edited. easiest way to beat the winter doldrums is to ited your wardrobe is, you’ll need to set aside ing time is part of your self-care time and you Depending on how large your wardrobe just buy some new clothes for spring or just enough time to do this. If your wardrobe is need to maximize it. is and how you store things, you’ll probably in general. It may seem easier, but it’s not the need to start with just one closet and do best way to go. other closets and drawers later. That’s fi ne. From me, you get the truth. “When was the last time I wore this? When am I most likely to wear this?” But this is why you need to set aside the time February is actually the best time to weed you need. If you have a lot of closets and/or out your wardrobe in time for spring clothes. a lot of drawers, you’ll need more time to get If you start right away you’ll have space in large and you haven’t weeded within the past Make sure you have what you need to through everything. Again, make that time. your wardrobe for the new things before six months, you may need a good several weed. You need sturdy trash bags, masking Once you have everything out, try on each they disappear from the stores. But if you hours or even a couple of days. But weed- tape, a pen for labeling, and a full-length item one at a time. Use your full-length mir- don’t weed out your wardrobe regularly you ing is an absolute must, so even if you think mirror plus a larger hand mirror so you can ror and hand mirror and take a good look at won’t have space for anything new. Even if you can’t fi nd that time, make time. Ask your see how you look in each item from head to the item from every angle. Ask yourself the toe and from front to back. This hand mir- following questions: ror must be a large one; the mirror in your Is this clean with no stains or discolora- powder compact is too small for this. There tions? are those who suggest a rolling rack to hang Is this intact with no rips or tears? clothes, but it’s not strictly necessary. Does this make my body and face appear There are also those who suggest having a healthy and active? Bundle up friend around to help. That one is tricky. Your Does this fi t me properly? Is there any best bet is to have a professional (like me) pulling or bunching? Are the details lying helping you. Even your most fashion-savvy fl at? Does everything fall where it’s supposed friends have their own tastes and their own to fall? for savings biases and those are likely to distract you. When was the last time I wore this? However, if you do have a style-savvy friend When am I most likely to wear this? whom you trust to give her honest opinion, What does this item say about me as a per- that may be what you need to motivate you. son? It’s not a total no-no. But it’s best to either Once you have the answers to these ques- have professional help or to go solo. tions, you’ll have a good idea of what to do Start by removing every single item from with the item. And I’ll walk you through that. your closet. If you have a rolling rack, hang To be continued…

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50 QueensJewishLink.com • 718-880-2622 • [email protected] Vol. VII No. 8 (#300) • February 21, 2019 Good Eats AAtt HomeHome Naomi Hazan Thai Zoodles tart your week off with this bright and colorful Thai zoodles dish! With a fun spin on the classic peanut sauce, it’s to die for. Whoever said plant-based Smeals have to be boring? Ingredients: 2 zucchinis, spiralized ½ cup cucumber, julienned ½ cup carrots, peeled and julienned ½ cup red cabbage, thinly sliced Cashews and sesame seeds, for garnish For the Dressing: 1-inch fresh ginger, peeled ¼ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce ¼ cup water 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil 1 tablespoon Sriracha (optional) ¼ cup sesame paste 2 tablespoons agave/maple syrup

Blend all the dressing ingredients together until smooth; toss with fresh vegetables before serving.

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• Co-agents can be named in the docu- How to Handle Sibling Disputes Over a Power of Attorney ment. This must be carefully worded or it could cause more problems. power of attorney is one of the most im- • Removing an agent under power of at- • Avoid having family members as an portant estate-planning documents, but torney. Once a parent is no longer compe- agent; name a professional fi duciary Awhen one sibling is named in a power tent, he or she cannot revoke the power instead. of attorney there is the potential for disputes of attorney. If the agent is acting improp- • Have a formal sibling agreement (also with other siblings. No matter which side you erly, family members can fi le a petition in called a family care agreement) pre- are on it is important to know your rights and court challenging the agent. If the court pared. Sibling disputes over how to limitations. fi nds the agent is not acting in the princi- provide care or where a parent will live A power of attorney allows someone to ap- pal’s best interest, the court can revoke the can escalate into a guardianship bat- point another person – an “attorney-in-fact” power of attorney and appoint a guardian. tle that can cost the family thousands or “agent” – to act in place of him or her – the • The power of attorney ends at death. of dollars. This agreement is a way to “principal” – if the principal ever becomes in- If the principal under the power of at- give guidance to the agent under the capacitated. There are two types of powers of • Right to information. Your parent torney dies, the agent no longer has any power of attorney and provide for con- attorney: fi nancial and medical. doesn’t have to tell you whom he or power over the principal’s estate. The sequences if the agreement isn’t fol- Financial powers of attorney usually include she chose as the agent. In addition, the court will need to appoint an executor lowed. the right to open bank accounts, withdraw agent under the power of attorney isn’t or personal representative to manage The most important way to avoid problems funds from bank accounts, trade stock, pay bills, required to provide information about the decedent’s property. is from the very start: Consult a competent el- and cash checks. They could also include the the parent to other family members. There are some options in the way a power der-law attorney. We deal with these situations right to give gifts. Medical powers of attorney • Access to the parent. An agent under a of attorney can be drafted to help avoid the po- frequently and can give you advice tailored to allow the agent to make health care decisions. fi nancial power of attorney should not tential for confl icts. your specifi c family situation. In all these tasks the agent is required to act in have the right to bar a sibling from see- the best interests of the principal. The power of ing their parent. A medical power of at- Monet Binder, Esq., has her practice in Queens, dedicated to protecting families, their lega- attorney document explains the specifi c duties torney may give the agent the right to cies, and values. All halachic documents are approved by the Bais Havaad Halacha Center in of the agent. prevent access to a parent if the agent Lakewood, under the direction of Rabbi Dovid Grossman and the guidance of Harav Shmuel When a parent names only one child to believes the visit would be detrimental Kaminetsky, shlita, as well as other leading halachic authorities. To learn more about how a be the agent under a power of attorney, it can to the parent’s health. power of attorney can help you, you can send her an email at [email protected] or call cause bad feelings and distrust. If you are deal- • Revoking a power of attorney. As long 718-514-7575. ing with a sibling who has been named agent as the parent is competent, he or she under a power of attorney, or if you have been can revoke a power of attorney at any The information in this article is intended solely for your information. It does not con- named agent under a power of attorney over time for any reason. The parent should stitute legal advice, and it should not be relied on without a discussion of your specifi c your siblings, the following are some things to put the revocation in writing and in- situation with an attorney. keep in mind: form the old agent.

Search Engine: Finding Meaning In Jewish Texts, Volume 2: Jewish Leadership A Review

By Rabbi Asher Bush achieve these goals of standardization and transparency. But before he can offer too much praise for this seemingly no- n the past few years Rabbi Gil Student has emerged as ble effort, he references a dreadful scandal involving a rabbi one of the most infl uential teachers of Torah in America. who was for a time a leading participant in this effort that I Although he is neither the rabbi of a congregation or a threatened to derail this entire initiative. In the aftermath of teacher in a yeshiva, his website Torah Musings, his numer- this event a renewed attempt was undertaken, this time with ous newspaper articles and his growing output of books has signifi cant oversight. While not mentioned in the book, it all provided an often-missing window into both Jewish Law should be noted that there were some who did not appreciate and Jewish thought as they confront the many challenges that the idea that “outsiders” would be overseeing the rabbis, but others often either avoid or offer platitudes far from reality this is indeed what the times called for. The chapter does not and/or traditional sources. His use of media has allowed him conclude triumphantly, but is cautiously hopeful, pointing to reach a far larger audience than would otherwise be pos- out the diffi cult balance between accountability and transpar- sible. His most recent book, Search Engine: Volume 2: Jewish ency vs. slavish bureaucracy. Leadership, is a striking example of Rabbi Student’s work. When discussing conversion in Israel he confi nes the ques- In a form that he has mastered, Rabbi Student takes a tion to a smaller (although numerically far larger) issue, the fresh look at Jewish leadership in this most recent volume. possible conversion of children of Russian immigrants attend- He weaves classical texts and thought with contemporary ing religious public schools (Mamlachti Dati) in Israel. Outlin- realities and challenges, including the use of ongoing issues ing both sociological and Halachic concerns, Rabbi Student in the community. One of the strengths of this book is that respectfully lays out the two approaches to this vexing prob- rather than offering fi nal answers and rulings, the reader is lem that cannot just be wished away. In a most important led to think and perhaps reach their own conclusions. To the step towards removing this conversation from political con- credit of the author, even in cases where his personal opinion cerns, he points out the primary participants in this debate, is clear, he generally maintains a good balance, pointing out Rav Nachum Rabinovich and the followers of Rav Kook, are all both the strengths and weaknesses of the various approaches. part of the religious Zionist community and not what anyone To focus on an often-politicized topic that in fact demands would consider opposing camps. extreme sensitivity, Rabbi Student devoted several chapters to Signifi cantly, he concludes this chapter with words that issues of conversion to Judaism; one focusing on American con- summarize much of what this book is all about, “Ultimately cerns, the other Israeli. we are dealing with great rabbis debating an important com- In his chapter on conversions in America, he highlights the munal issue. Regardless of where you stand, it should be rec- role and need for transparency and accountability in the pro- ognized that both sides are acting with halakhic support and cess. To do this, he uses the GPS (Gerus Policies & Standards) the intent to improve the Jewish community.” established by the Rabbinical Council of America and the If a reader is looking for easy answers to diffi cult questions lenged to grapple with some of the most vexing issues facing Beth Din of America, which were in large measure designed to then this is not the book, but for a reader ready to be chal- the orthodox community, this book is a valuable resource.

52 QueensJewishLink.com • 718-880-2622 • [email protected] Vol. VII No. 8 (#300) • February 21, 2019 NNutritionutrition Notes Alice Harrosh a trampoline or a hula hoop, or even running make sure it is turkey breast versus turkey Dear Alice, or walking up and down the stairs. roll, which has unnecessary salt. Beans or chickpeas, ¾-1 cup as a serving. Q: What would you recommend for parents How To Bring Your Own Lunch To School Any chickpeas or beans work as long as there to keep their kids healthy but also not have I like for people to have a very balanced is no sugar in them. them feel excluded from treats and parties, and fi lling lunch, which consists of a starch, etc.? protein, a healthy fat, and vegetables. Healthy Fats A: I would suggest implementing the 80/20 Isn’t fat bad? Bad fat is bad, good fat is rule, which means that 80 percent of the eat- Starch good! Adding healthy fats to your meals keeps easy-to-munch-on cut-up vegetables like cher- ing is portioned, balanced, recorded and ac- The easiest option on a school day is you fuller longer. The body is like a machine, ry tomatoes, cucumber sticks, baby carrots, counted for. The other 20 percent is not a whole-wheat bread or a pita or wrap. Con- and in order for a machine to run smoothly it celery sticks. complete party, but it’s okay to enjoy pizza at sidering that these range in calories, I sug- needs to be well oiled (and not rusty). Incorporate the fat either as a dip, a dress- a party, or a Rosh Chodesh treat at school. gest staying at about 200 calories. It must be Ideas of healthy fats and their portions: ing, or on the bread. Q: Any special way you use to explain to whole wheat, because white bread turns into ¼ of an avocado kids the importance of health and nutrition? sugar and has no nutritional value or purpose. 2 teaspoons of olive oil or fl axseed oil The One-Plate Rule How do I explain it on their own terms and Many people mistakenly believe that corn 1 tablespoon of chumus or techinah When there is a party, shabbaton, or even also in a non-judgmental way? cakes or rice cakes are a diet food. Although 6 whole olives or 2 tablespoons cut olives while eating school lunch, I always suggest A: I like to use a lot of analogies that are they are low in calories, they have a high gly- following the “one-plate rule,” which means easy for a child to understand. I also like to cemic index, which means they can cause Vegetables taking a plate, fi lling half of it with vegeta- explain in very simple, easy-to-understand your blood sugar to rise, creating cravings I allow unlimited vegetables on my plan bles, a quarter with the best protein choice, terms, and even physically show them a food and not keeping you full for long. Very often, any time of the day, whether with a meal or and a quarter of it with a grain. No refi lls, label so they have a better understanding. A when I tell people that bread is on the plan, in between, but I always want it to be a part though. This accomplishes two things: parent can be sensitive by being positive and they are surprised and think they can’t lose of lunch and dinner. The girl learns to be able to eat anywhere. loving versus critical and negative or berating. weight if they eat bread. That is a common Starchy vegetables should be limited to The girl does not feel deprived because Q: What are some ideas for healthy snacks misconception and they soon learn that they two tablespoons a day (examples: corn, peas, she is eating what everyone else is, albeit por- they can take to school or nosh on at home? are not only losing weight but actually feel- butternut squash, etc.) and are not free. tioned. A: There are so many these days! Popcorn, ing full! If your daughter is not interested in com- Best wishes, pretzels, quinoa crisps, fl utes, apple chips, ing to school with a salad bowl, send along Alice Popcorners, string cheese, fruit cups, etc. Protein Q: What are some exercise ideas for indoors For the sake of school lunches, I am focus- Alice Harrosh, is a nutrition counselor and manager at Nutrition by Tanya, with 10 locations now that the weather is too cold to be out- ing on easy-to-take-along options: plus a brand-new one in Queens. Alice knows that making healthy choices is not always easy, as doors? String cheese. Serving size is 1-2 (low-fat). she has been through the struggle herself. As an optimistic person, Alice’s favorite quote is: “It’s A: We have a great DVD out, specifi cally Low-fat cottage cheese. Portion size would never too late to start eating better. If you have a bad morning, make it a better afternoon.” For for kids, called Shape Fitness kosher workout be ¾ cup to 1 cup. more information on Nutrition by Tanya or the TAP (Tanya-approved products) food line, please DVD for girls and teens. It is all kid-friendly Turkey breast. Serving size is 5-6 slices. The visit www.nutritionbytanya.com or call 844-Tanya-Diet (844-826-9234). For daily tips and inspira- and very easy to follow. Another great idea is smoked and Mexican varieties are fi ne, but tion, you may follow @nutritionbytanya on Instagram.

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Recap: Yona is forced to attend a KKK meet- political group, or anything remotely related ing where he hears hatred and how everyone to that. Please do not come to our meetings wants to eliminate the civil rights workers. Lat- anymore.” er, he goes to the freedom school, which is ex- The man with the clipboard slowly slipped actly the opposite: full of people helping others. out of the room. I went over to Ella. “Thank you for invit- lla was standing in front of me. “There’s ing me.” a sweet girl, Mazal. Would you like to She looked upset. “Sure. I wish that man Elearn with her? She’s Russian. Her fam- hadn’t come. He is up to no good. It is not ily isn’t religious, but she is very interested.” good for our organization that he came here.” “Okay,” I whispered. I would agree to I started towards the door. “Ruchama, I’ll anything. I just had to get out of here fast. I call you with Mazal’s contact info.” wanted to explain to Ella why I had to leave, “Who?” but I was too worried that something terrible “Your study partner, Mazal.” was about to happen. I didn’t want to faint in What was she talking about? I had no I sat down at my computer and started I felt bad for Tova. It was true that Ima was front of everyone. Why was this happening memory of what she was saying. “Sorry, can working on my research paper. Before I knew so busy taking care of Aunt Rose. to me? you explain?” it, the door opened, and my sisters, Shaina I munched on another peanut butter cook- That fuzzy, faraway feeling was growing She looked at me funny. “Don’t you re- and Tova, rushed inside. “There are cookies ie and tried to focus on my school work, but stronger, and I dreaded what that could mean. member that you said that you would like to on the kitchen table for you,” I said. the scary events of the day kept replaying in I rose. “I have to go now.” Ella called out to learn with a beginner?” Tova said, “Where’s Ima?” my mind. I thought about the strange feeling me, but I didn’t answer. I rushed outside and I shrugged. I had no memory of it. “She’s probably visiting Aunt Rose,” I said. when everything felt far away and blurry. And headed towards the nearest bench. I plopped “You just said you would a few minutes “She’s always there,” Tova complained. how could I forget things people had said? down and tried to get myself to feel better. I ago.” “She’s never home when we come home from What was wrong with me? remember noticing that the trees were sway- “Okay,” I mumbled. school anymore.” To be continued… ing, though there wasn’t any wind. Just please, What was wrong with my brain? I had Hashem, keep me from swaying. Please. The no recollection of what she was saying. I Susie Garber is the author of Denver Dreams (a novel, Jerusalem Publications, 2009), Memora- world felt far away from me. headed towards home. Oh, why had I agreed ble Characters…Magnifi cent Stories (Scholastic, 2002), Befriend (Menucha Publishers, 2013), The Eventually, the funny feeling passed. Ba- to learn with someone? I really didn’t have Road Less Traveled (Feldheim, 2015), fi ction serials and features in various magazines including ruch Hashem, I was feeling better. I gingerly time and I wasn’t so interested. I wasn’t A Bridge in Time – historical fi ction serial (Binyan Magazine, 2017). She writes for the community rose and headed back towards the kosher caf. one of these people who love meeting new column for the Queens Jewish Link and she writes the Queens page for Hamodia. She works as I had left my knapsack there; and though I people who aren’t frum and want to teach a writing consultant in many yeshivos and she teaches creative writing to students of all ages. didn’t really want to go back in, it was prob- them about Judaism. I just wasn’t that type ably polite to thank Ella for inviting me and of person. to say good-bye properly. When I got home, no one was there. The When I stepped inside there was a man girls would be home in an hour from Bais speaking. I noticed Rabbi Weissman and Ella Yaakov. Ima had left a snack for me in the both looked upset by what he was saying. “I fridge. She’d baked my favorite: peanut butter believe in meeting anti-Semitism with vio- cookies. I put on the hot water urn. I wanted lence,” the man said. “I have an organization to drink a cup of coffee with my snack. that you are all invited to join.” I thought about what had happened. It Ella stepped over to him and said, “We are was the second time in one week. Well, it ending this meeting now.” could be stress, I tried to convince myself. The man was holding a clipboard and No, I couldn’t fool myself. It wasn’t normal. Rabbi Weissman went over to him. I heard I should tell my mother. I didn’t want to tell him say, “I’m sorry, sir, but we cannot have her. I didn’t want to go to a doctor. I was too anyone here advocating violence. This is not a scared what he would say.

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58 QueensJewishLink.com • 718-880-2622 • [email protected] Vol. VII No. 8 (#300) • February 21, 2019 By: Yoni Glatt, [email protected] Down See solution in this issue “Synagogue Sights” Difficulty Level: Challenging 1. Rum and Silicon 32. “Here it is!” 2. Solo 33. Some bikes 3. Laker’s guard 35. Academic basics, briefly 4. “Smallfoot” animal 37. Sacker of ancient Rome 5. Mark 38. Hatzalah worker, for short 6. Rest area? 40. They were once used to “prove” 7. Pose once more unicorns existed 8. Blip producers 41. Put out 9. Like Pharaoh, in Exodus 46. Candidate who benefitted from 10. Barley beard Roosevelt getting shot 11. Napkin, to an Aussie 48. Rabbinic ruling 12. Ocean activity? 49. “___-rene” (“Women’s Bible”) 13. Black meat 50. Harari of note 18. Cabo’s peninsula 51. History, for Harari 22. Cheap Evian alternative 52. Mrs. Begin 26. Some are nervous it might do 53. Muppet in love with a chicken them harm 54. Delivery letters? 27. 24-pack, perhaps 58. Go through mud 28. Settlers of Catan resources 60. Aviation group: Abbr. 29. Grosse ___, Michigan 62. Clay’s new name 31. Major degree 63. Blogger’s feed, initially

Across 1. Cautious (of) 29. ___visit 55. Lawyer’s girl? 5. Raiders tosser 30. Bit of pollen 56. Light ring 9. Skater Cohen 31. ‘49 alliance 57. “Just ___ like one of us” (Joan 14. Skin care staple 34. ___air Osborne line) 15. Chemical in fertilizer 36. Contort 59. “..., not ___ mouse” 16. 11-year-old, e.g. 39. An alternative title for this puzzle 61. Like some Manischewitz 17. Words that might come before 42. Palindromic prophetess products “...but, I messed up...” 43. Make a stink? 64. Rafa of note 19. Dismantle sail supports 44. Historic character created by 65. Peanut and olive 20. Home of the Bnei Menashe Siegel and Shuster 66. British rocker whose real first 21. Letters identifying the four 45. Pharaoh withheld it, in Exodus name is John voices in a choir 47. Agents 67. Belonging to the Queen of 23. Sch. near the Appomattox River 49. Nostalgic item for some authors Arendelle 24. Google letters 52. Fifth word of the lyrics to 68. “JAG” spinoff 25. Animals with one sign of kashrut “American Pie” 69. Talmudic scholar, perhaps DIFFERENCES? 10 CAN YOU SPOT

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Vol. VII No. 8 (#300) • February 21, 2019 QueensJewishLink.com • 718-880-2622 • [email protected] 61 62 QueensJewishLink.com • 718-880-2622 • [email protected] Vol. VII No. 8 (#300) • February 21, 2019 Flying To Falling: The Raging Battle Within Us All mented their special bond with Hashem, convince us that we are a failure. This their Creator. However, immediately fol- is the explanation of the pasuk (Mish- CONTINUED FROM P. 13 up, and your lower self, which tries to drag lowing this, they underwent a challenge lei 24:16): “A tzadik falls seven times and you down. Normally, these two are pushing that shook their world, that robbed them rises.” We all fall. The key to greatness is smile, to eat right. These are the battles of at full force, leading to the constant battle of their identity, their sense of self, their not preventing the fall, since it’s all but inches, and with these, sometimes we win for inches in the journey of growth. Some- very foundation. When Moshe failed to guaranteed to happen at some point in and sometimes we lose. Each time that we times your higher self gains ground; some- descend the mountain, the Jewish people our lives. The key to greatness is how we confront one of these challenges, we en- times your lower self does. believed that they had lost their teacher, respond when we fall. A rasha, a sinner, is gage in this internal battle. On the outside, However, in times of panic, moments their leader, who had just taken them someone who falls once, but then never we may give nothing away; but within each of emotional or psychological instabil- out of Egypt to receive Hashem’s To- picks himself up. One slip turns into a of our minds exists a brutal battle for spir- ity, and instants of complete self-doubt, rah. Moshe served as their link to these snowballing cascade, an eternal tumble itual ground, a battle of will, a battle for we tend to completely fall apart. In these events; and when he disappeared, they into increasingly darker states of exist- eternity. If we push hard enough at one of moments, you completely lose your sense felt as though they had been cut off from ence. He therefore continues to endlessly these fronts, they will eventually become of identity; you lose with it your entire that which made them great. When they fall deeper and deeper into the abyss of second nature, and what was once a strug- sense of purpose and foundation of self. experienced this loss of identity, they nothingness. A tzadik, however, catches gle will become a constant victory. But if Your positive force of will disappears, and experienced a moment of sheer panic, his fall. He stumbles, fights to find his we lose the battle, we move back a step or all that’s left in its wake is the overwhelm- internal chaos, and lost all sense of self. footing, regains composure, redirects his two. ing drive of the lower self. In this rare With such a negative force and no positive consciousness, and then begins to climb This battle is constant, a series of tiny instance, your lower self asserts its inﬂ u- force pushing back, they fell straight from again. Like a cat that always lands on gains and losses. None of these has a ma- ence, and there is nothing to push back greatness to the lowest depths and did the its feet, a great person always positions jor impact on our spiritual level; but if against it. The results are cataclysmic: You unthinkable: They served idolatry, a com- himself to bounce back from a fall. He we garner enough of these successes, we will plummet faster than you imagined plete abandon of their entire spiritual is not great despite having fallen seven can maintain steady progress forward. possible into the very lowest state of ex- ideals. times; he’s great because of them. These This road is a slow one; but if we con- istence. falls helped him learn more about who tinue to push, we slowly grow. The same The Sliding Effect he was, trained him to persevere, and is true about spiritual falls: slow and Explaining the Eigel The worst part of these dramatic falls brought out aspects of his potential that steady. However, there is one exception It is true that the Jewish people were is that once it begins, it’s very hard, in he never even knew existed. to this model. on the highest level imaginable. They had fact seemingly impossible, to halt its May we all be inspired to push forward just witnessed Hashem Himself and had progress. Even after a small failure, many in life, to embrace the internal battle of will The Exception received the Torah on Har Sinai. Yet, they people tend to give up. They fail, but then that exists within each of us, and to rise up When you lose your identity, your sense lost their identity, their sense of self, their make the mistake of branding themselves every time we fall. We will fall – that is not of self, you can go from great to nothing very foundation. They thought that Moshe, as a failure. They mistook their action of the question. The question is whether we’ll in an instant. You don’t climb down the their leader, had just died. After the Jew- failure as a new identity, a personifica- get back up or get depressed, whether we’ll rungs of the ladder, one at a time. You ish people went through the transcend- tion of failure. Now, when they look in learn from it or beat ourselves up, whether skip all the rungs completely and go from ent experiences of Y’tzias Mitzrayim and the mirror, they see failure. This is the we’ll rebuild momentum or tumble end- top to bottom in a split second. This is be- Matan Torah, they truly were on the brilliant strategy of our yeitzer ha’ra – he lessly into nothingness. Let’s choose great- cause the battle of will includes two forces: highest level imaginable. They had just hits you while you’re already down. Once ness, let’s assert our willpower, and let’s your higher self, which tries to raise you experienced open Revelation and had ce- we slip up, he grabs the opportunity to endlessly strive for more. BIRKAT REALTY THE LEADING REAL ESTATE OFFICE IN QUEENS

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