Washington Watch Articles From 2022
Anti-Arab Bias and Ignorance of European History
Much has been written about the double standards in political commentary regarding the war in Ukraine.
Musings on the End of My BlackBerry
At the end of February, my BlackBerry Curve died. It didn’t actually die, but it might as well be dead, because my BlackBerry only operates on 3G and my phone provider has ended 3G service.
About Double Standards
The battle brewing among US liberals and progressives in response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine brought flashbacks of debates that occurred in the aftermath of Saddam Hussein’s invasion and occupation of Kuwait.
It’s All About the Ukrainian People
Putin's Russia played "chicken" with the West and, because he was the only one on the road, it appears that he has won.
Whither the PLO?
When it comes to the Palestine Liberation Organization, there's good news and bad news. The bad news is that the PLO is near dead.
History, Guilt, and Justice
Every year during Black History Month in the United States, I recall a televised interview with Harry Belafonte and Sidney Poitier I watched over a half century ago.
A Turning Point in Criticism of Israeli Human Rights Policies
This past month, we were treated to a few classic examples of how Israel deals with criticism and how it may be finding it increasingly difficult to dodge challenges to its abusive behaviors.
Events that Shape Our Lives
In his ground-breaking 2008 book, "The Way We'll Be," my brother John used his decades of polling to observe and define the values and worldviews that are unique to different age groups of Americans.
Remembering Dr. King
Last week, we celebrated Martin Luther King Day — a national holiday dedicated to the life and legacy of one of the twentieth century’s greatest champions in the struggle for equality and justice.
Anti-Muslim Bigotry and GOP
There was a flurry of news reporting last month after a newly elected Republican member of Congress was captured on video telling a crowd of supporters about her nervous elevator ride with a Muslim member of Congress.
No Visa Waiver for Israel Until Arab American Rights Are Protected
Last week the Jerusalem Post ran a story under the headline “Palestinian Americans to be allowed to land at Ben Gurion Airport.”