I just want a clarification because it certainly sounds like you are a racist.

Excellent post.

They ARE equal to every other Jew: they are not being treated as such however.

He is not victimizing himself; others have done that for him. His words, which are not vile, angry ones, but show anger in a more human way, is something which should make proud those who recognize it. He shows himself to be anything but a loser. (Are you sure you are not ‘the pot calling the kettle black’, naro?)

Every society/nation has its idiots, Israel being no exception. And the solution is exactly what seems to be happening: the majority stand up, say it is wrong, and do something about it. Soon enough this kind of racism won't raise its ugly head. Then Israelis can begin confronting the other prejudices common in Israeli society: prejudice against Arabs/Muslims and prejudice against non-Jews.

...your article should be read by everyone in Israel and every Jew worldwide.

A four year old says something mean and you jump to condemn the whole country? Would you please explain how Israel or any country can guarantee that no one will ever say a mean thing to your child? What if your child were gay, or fat, had a large nose, bad skin, big feet, squeaky voice, etc. ? Is there some way to prevent nasty comments? No. People say stupid things all the time. It's universal and part of the human condition. Deal with it, and don't call it racism or condemn Israeli society. Not when you've been able to become so successful and have such a prosperous life. Demonstrate your gratitude for your homeland and you will break down more barriers than you would with unwarranted complaints.

Kids are cruel. Even in the most multicultural environment they are going to call each other awful things. The parents apologized so that kid will grow up to be a decent human being.

Black, white or what ever color we are we are still the same. Don't feel you don't belong.You do belong. It is not in blood or color that you belong to Israel but because you believe in what Israel has been and still are and should stay: A haven and a home for the jewish people and a haven for democracy, freedom and unity through diversity... Those who says you don't belong need to be helped to understand what Israel was, is and should remain! And racism exists everywhere, in every country. No country is an exception

And not just about colour, also jealousy, envy, hatred. Children bully each other, and in Israel it happens to all children, ask the Russian kids of a generation ago, slandered, called names, or the Sephardi kids of the fifties. Or the blonde kids in an average Israeli classroom, which is more dark than white. And it happens in every country- try living in England. Only in a homogeneous country will you not face such( try China, then it will only be about status and money and possessions). Too simple an article.

It's hard to work out if you are mocking me or these role models because they happen to be black! Even though I am "white" I have dedicated a lot of sweat and elbow grease to emulate some of these people. I shed admiration for them almost every day and i can only dream of the day when we are all fully intergrated. What have YOU done to work against racism?

i mean ok Israel is a jewish state everyone knows that... if u arent jewish u have 2 options or u leave or u accept that this is our land... thats not being racists thats how it works

If he is so upset with Israel, he has at least a dozen Arab countries he can go to and see how he likes living in one of them and his family can see if he is still alive after such criticism.

Have you forgotten the sting of racisim? Do believe for a second that you are imprevious to being discriminated? Sentiments like yours are what caused the Holocaust. Its better to be loser like him than be oblivious to the pain that our words and actions cause others.

It's not. Your own Torah says that you are to treat the stranger living among you in your land with kindness, as the Egyptians treated you when you fled the famine in Canaan. And regarding Ethiopian Jews, their religious practices just may be more authentic than the traditional rabbinic interpretations, which have deviated considerably in terms of both language and interpretation over time.

Usually those who pick on others are the ones who do not have self-confidence. Be proud of who you are; teach your children to be proud of their heritage. It's true that I and others didn't join the protest but it doesn't mean that we don't care. These things are not always well publicised, and taking off of work is not always an option. I'm happy that you and your community are here. Be strong.

In two generations, the coin flips.

You want racism? Try Saudi Arabia. Quit your whining.

I salute your honesty. I have an adopted daughter from Ethiopia. I say, If people have a problem with your skin color it is THEIR problem. There are people who are white chocolate and milk chocolate and dark chocolate - unfortunately, some of the white chocolates are NUTTY. Keep strong and happy! You and your children will do fine!

you said: "If the author and his family are Jews, then they are equal to every other Jew." This sounds good in theory, but it doesn't help jews who are discriminated against by other jews. I see dark jews experiencing racism from other jews too often, and calling them "equal" doesn't work when they aren't treated equal. "If they aren't Jews, why did they immigrate to the Jewish state?" What defines Israel as a jewish state? It's not in the Torah, and it's not anywhere in Israeli law.

No, gregg, it is you who doesn't get it. Israel was voted by League of Nations and established as the Nation State for the Jewish People...And if you are enjoying the citizenship of the Jewish State, you might as well learn some basic history about the country,you enjoy a good life in.. If there would really be racism in Israel, don't you think, that people like you and other anti Israel elements, would be running scarred away ? But no, all of you, Israel bashers are staying and enjoying the good life and all the freedoms, including complains and and lies...