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PM's in-law calls Obama anti-Semite
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Published: 17.03.10, 10:27
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61. Jewish homes are an obstacle to peace
(03.17.10)
That is US foreign policy towards Israel. That is not anti semitc and neither is "The United States does not recognize the legitimacy of continued Israeli settlements" I see very little differance between that and the United States does not recognize Israel which may follow later. If Israel evicted every single Jew from East Jerusalem and Judea and Samaria our friend Obama would be the happiest of men.
62. Nonesense!
Len ,   Florida, USA   (03.17.10)
President Obama picked Axelrod to run his campaign and Emanuel to run his White House. His wife's cousin is a rabbi.
63. Ben-Artzi is right.
Brad ,   USA   (03.17.10)
If a conservative president had listened to only one sermon from the fake "reverend" Wright, we would never have heard the end of it. The fake "reverend" Wright, and Dingbat Obama, both get passes because of their skin tone. That's right. They get away with it because they are part black. That's an old story in the U.S. It's about time we saw the naked truth about both of them. They are both serving their father, the devil, and need to be opposed at every turn. Look at the destructive policies Obama is trying to shove down our throat. Does Israel really think that her throat is off limits to this wingnut? All Israel needs to listen to Ben-Artzi, and other so called "right wingers". Whether you like it or not, they are telling you the truth. Heed the warnings. Talking to Obama is like talking to Yasser Arafat.
64. Leftist, not Anti-Semite
TSB ,   Clifton, NJ, USA   (03.17.10)
I do not see any evidence that Obama and pals are anti-semitic. Their behavior is much better described as leftist -- meaning they blame all the worlds problems on the West, and are willing to overlook any fault in 3d World countries. Palestinians honor terrorists? That just an expression of their oppression, which is the West's fault, in this case Israel's. You see the same mindset in how they approach other issues in the world, most of which have little to do with Jews or Israel. (See, for example, how Obama honored and embraced Hugo Chavez, a third-rate dictator who is slowly choking off democracy in his country, and engages in repeated anti-U.S. rhetoric, and attempts to export "revolution" to his neighbors.) Leftism, not anti-semitism.
65. agree
Alan J Winters ,   texas   (03.17.10)
I've been saying this for years. I'm glad that some others are finally waking up. Unfortunately too many Jews prefer any democrat, even an anti-Semite to any Republican.
66. Israel in Good Company
Jan M. Hollis ,   Ellicott City USA   (03.17.10)
Israel is in good company since Obama doesn't appear to like or respect Americans either.
67. Len #62: will you ever learn?
Philip ,   Miami   (03.17.10)
SO what? Obama was smart enough to see that these Jews could help him so he took them. Nothing new with court Jews...
68. Reform Jews are Liberal first Jews second
Real Jew   (03.17.10)
they will sell their Mother for their believs
69. Unfounded and stupid
Semsem ,   New York, USA   (03.17.10)
These accusations are unfounded and stupid.
70. FALL Of The Republic - The Presidency of
(03.17.10)
FALL Of The Republic - The Presidency Of Barack H Obama - The Full Movie HQ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8LPNRI_6T8&feature=player_embedded
71. Len...Yeah and Adolf had Emile Maurice....
Le' Faux Jew ,   US   (03.17.10)
I am not a magical superior blood type person....so I see this different then alot of people. To me its about Biblical freedom of capitalism vs. not so much or no freeedom of the rest of the world. Do we want to be like the british anti-Jew socialists that have placed themselves, and destroyed Europe and Canada? Do you really want to be like these free loaders who rape the US and Israel of their capitalism and condemn it at the same time? We already kicked their butts once!
72. #64 anti capitalism is anti-Jew
Le' Faux Je ,   US   (03.17.10)
If you haven't heard or studied Obama's "Marxist" comments and beliefs, then your not paying attention at all. They believe in making the country "benefit dependant" through redistribution of wealth, because they believe capitalism is wrong. By its very nature this is anti Jewish. Jews are seen as the CAUSE of the plight of the less fortunate. I don't need or want the government to take care of me. "Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day, teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime"
73. As a side note..if you want to see how well the Government
Le' Faux Jew ,   US   (03.17.10)
takes care of people, you only have to see the 60 +% benefit dependant / unemployment rate with some of our American Indian tribes. Not to mention inferior healthcare (I know this from personal experience).
74. The "Anti-Semitic" Label
Nick ,   Devon, USA   (03.17.10)
Once you start calling people names, serious discourse stops. The entire diatribe depends upon slurs. What Ben-Artzi is really saying is that he thinks Obama is a black African schwartze, and therefore, he doesn't like him. As to the "Anti-Semitic" label: once the claim is made, how does one disprove it? Also, an inconvenient truth is that Obama's inner circle is mostly Jewish. I know that many posters here will reply that they're not "real" Jews, or that they're "self-hating." But that tendency touches upon a huge problem for Israelis--are Reform Jews "real"? Are secular Jews "real"? Are Orthodox and Haredi "real" Jews? This is a debate you need to answer in your own society.
75. Obama alleged anti-semitism
Isaac Shladovsky ,   East Windsor, USA   (03.17.10)
Dear Mr.Hagai: I shoulldnot have taken the troublle to respond to your article had it not been for the fact that your are related, so it says, to Netanyahu. To put it simply, not only are you dead wrong about President Obama but either ignorant or malicious to paraphrase the Haggadah. It is a dis-service to *Israel and therefore irresponsible to spread this kind of SHTUYOT about Obama who, in case you have not noticed, has sorrounded himself with Jews for which, by the way, he comes under criticism fron bona fifde anti-semites. An apology , at the very least, is calledfor. MAVET VE'CHAYIM BEYAD LASHON. CHAG SAMEACH.
76. Nick...Don't think in exclusive terms of Jew = bloodline
Le' Faux Jew ,   US   (03.17.10)
Although it has a place in this world we live in. Abstract. Think of Jew = capitalism, or the Gd given ability of man in faith to be whatever they can be, and the responsibilty to serve him with it. To quote Tim Sample; "because a cat has a litter of kittens in the oven, does not make them biscuits".
77. Why are you calling Obama an anti semite?
Dino Domingo ,   Canada   (03.17.10)
I am not Jewish although I do try my best to follow and understand politics in that part of the world. I do my best to understand many Israelis opinions about their current situation and past situations with the Arab world (Palestinians, Lebanon, Syria) and Iran... sure...I get it...it 's definitely not safe living amongst people who want you wiped off the map. The problem I really see is the over use of the words "anti semite" and the lack of political accountibility from many people, and the fact that they just don't get it! Why is Obama not an anti semite just because he sees what many many other people see? The Israeli actions have caused the US and most other countries to feel this way but the problem is you dont see it that way. Sooo many Israeli's say "we don't need to worry about the US opinion regarding our policies" but then you say things like "Obama and Clinton are not friends of the US", this is not congruent! Why do you care if they are your friends or not and slander their opinions if you don't respect their view on your policies unless they agree with you? For several weeks the Israeli government has caused friction with many countries...(I feel the issues have been provoked) with Turkey, Syria, Lebanon... comments that are avoidable just by using a little diplomacy, nothing more. I would never ever suggest the country of Israel back down or show weakness but lately they have shown a disregard of diplomacy and respect! How could the Israeli's now expect the US government to respect the arrogance and lack of accountibility? It does and should matter to them. How many times have I read the Israel doesn't need the rest of the world and especially the US. Many countries are doing their best to show Israeli support and you slap them in the face. It's true. Don't you think we know the extreme Islamic world hates us as much as they hate you and will continue to promote terrorism all over the place? Your actions don't help the cause...and yes, you do need the US and the rest of the world. Stop living in a bubble and realise for every action there is a reaction. Stop calling people anti semites...its far too old and it is like the old saying "never cry wolf" because one day you may just be sorry!
78. Ben-Artzi is right
JBD ,   Fort Myers FL   (03.17.10)
What is it about you lefties and the love affair you have with Barack Housein Obama ? The man is a Bolshevik and with his Obama Care plan for the U.S. it is a train wreck heading over a cliff. Surrounded himself with lefty jews and tax cheats for cover, and when his administration implodes it will be time for the NAZIS to crawl out from under every rock it will be hell to pay. The day is plan fails the Dow Jones will be up 2500 points in one week, better strap your self in for the ride.JBD
79. #58 from Hollywood: Are you Sean Penn, by any chance?
Eitan ,   Chicago   (03.17.10)
Since you're demanding apologies for pointing out a clear pattern of double standards against Israel compared to Indonesia ('65 ethnic cleansing), Syria ('82 Hama massacre & forced population transfers), and other actual violators of Article 49 of the Geneva Convention, I thought I should mention that Sean Penn would like to imprison us for calling Chavez a dictator. Talk about going "full retard!" http://theblemish.com/2010/03/sean-penn-wants-reporters-jailed
80. I don't want to "hog" the whole thread....
Le' Faux Jew ,   US   (03.17.10)
Judaic capitalism; 1)Hard work ethic = virtue (be what you can be with what you got). 2)Private property ownership = individual liberty. 3) Work is mans responsibility or a partnership with Gd in work of creation, and making our small piece of the world a better place. 4)Individual freedom and individual responsibility before Gd and society. Micah 4:4 This president is in the process of stripping those away. Look what has happened so far? Would you ever believe that the Government would own such huge amounts of personal property (through mortgage takeovers) in the US? Or that taking away from people, is the same as individual responsibilty and liberty?
81. Okay....lets not call the president anti-semitic
Le' Faux Jew ,   US   (03.17.10)
lets call him "anti- Jewish capitalist"...or "the picker of anti semite peeps"...like Charles Freeman Jr. (who think American Indians had Muslim names). Or; "THE ONE WHO BASHES ISRAEL for wanting to take care of the Cave of the Patriarchs and Rachel's tomb" (remember that one?). Sure...this doesn't mean he is an antisemite, but he thinks they are good to hang out with for 20 years...have a beer, give them a check for a 3,000 percent health insurance rebate... Peace and blessings
82. Why?
Lou Gelehrter ,   Jerusalem   (03.17.10)
What's the big interest for us in Bibi's brother in law opinion? Big deal! Why do you try to make news from nothing?
83. Jeremiah Wright, need we say more?
Isaac ,   Dallas, TX USA   (03.17.10)
Dear self-proclaimed "rabbi", "zionist", j for jstreet. The idea that there are Jews who hate themselves and Israel is not new. We have always had people like you throughout our history. In addition, we all know that J-Street was founded with one purpose: to provide "Jewish" cover for Obama's anti Jewish policies. In your post, you make no attempt to even address why an intelligent, politically savvy person, like Obama, listened to the hate-filled sermons of J Wright for TWENTY years (and was also a close friend of his). Each and every of Obama's associates have been either anti-Israel, or just plain out anti-Semitic. Thankfully, the majority of us Jewish People are wise enought to be able to identify the person who seeks our ill, and don't fall for "J for Jstreet" propaganda. The sooner Israel learns to say a clear "no!" to Obama, the safer, healthier, stronger, and more secure it will be.
84. #2 Maurice. Only an enemy tries to force their will on you.
Chaim ,   Israel   (03.17.10)
Maurice, you represent typical warped J Street logic that creating a new terror state in Judea and Samaria is good for Israel. A cursory glance at a map proves it would be fatal for Israel. Moreover, the Jewish majority in Israel, including Judea and Samaria isn't in jeopardy. The PA population statistics are a proven hoax. The very fact that Obama is trying to force Israel to comply with his will proves he is no friend of Israel. No true friend tries to force you to do anything. Only an enemy does. This is something even a child of average intelligence knows.
85. The obvious truth of Ben-Artzi's words can't be denied.
Chaim ,   Israel   (03.17.10)
Perhaps Bibi feels restrained from saying the obvious. Though Bibi is reported to have called Obama "worse than Chamberlain" under his breath, while in America. However, nobody can rationally deny the obvious truth of Ben-Artzi's words. Why does Obama literally bow at the feet of Moslem leaders while showing Bibi the shoe and publicly berating him? Everyone knows why. To his credit, Ben-Artzi is publicly stating what we all know. Israel needs much more honesty.
86. Not only is Obama an anti-semite
Benny ,   Gush Etzion   (03.17.10)
he is also anti-Christian and anti_American, He imbibed Marxism in his mother's milk and and at the feet of many communists like Frank Marshall Davis
87. #62 Michelle O's anti-Israel ties and court Jews of 1492
Sue ,   Los Angeles   (03.17.10)
Michelle Obama's rabbi-cousin is irrelevant compared with her ties to the anti-Israel Jesse Jackson who said in 2008 that "decades of putting Israel's interests first" would end when Obama enters the White House. Jackson's daughter is Michelle's best friend since childhood and also godmother to Obama's daughter Malia. In 1984 Jackson (friend of Yasir Arafat) called Jews "Hymies" and traveled with Rev. Jeremiah Wright and Farrakhan to Libya to meet Qadafi. Maybe it was Jesse who suggested to the Obamas to join Wright's church. Jackson was Barack Obama's political mentor while Wright was his spiritual mentor. As for Axelrod and Emanuel, remember that in 1492 King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella had Jewish advisors in the court while they burned tens of thousands of Jews at the stake and ultimately expelled hundreds of thousands of Jews from Spain.
88. Ben-Artzi is right
Brod ,   USA   (03.17.10)
Ben-Artzi is right on target. In addition to Wright, is Rashid Khalidi the virulent Islamist-Jihadist.
89. Chaim
Moe ,   Fischbachtal Germany   (03.17.10)
Is Israel a friend of the USA?
90. Hi Moe....Israel is a friend of the US because
Le' Faux Jew ,   US   (03.18.10)
only a true friend would give away some land to the US so they could try to buy some peace. Its like donating a kidney or heart to a loved one. However their is nothing in history that indicates that handing over more land or imprisoned terrorists, will ever keep Palestinians from causing another heart attack.
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