Archive for December 19th, 2007

Hypocrisy, Thy Name is “Arab”

Arabs have been unanimous in rejecting the idea of Israel being a “Jewish state.” Their reasons are that, by definition, a Jewish state would be discriminatory against Arabs and Muslims. If you define “Jewish” in purely religious terms, that would mean that any state that defines itself as “Islamic” is, by definition, equally guilty of [...]

Back to School

Ynet reports: Livnat bill: Every student must visit museum Proposal by MK Limor Livant would require every Israeli pupil to visit museum, attend two cultural events every year. Former education minister notes: ‘Not all students have such opportunities, especially in the periphery.’ Students’ parents to foot bill So, seen any good theatre shows lately? A [...]

If I Were A Mainstream Media Reporter

More Discrimination: Israeli Firefighters Do Not Put Out Arab Car Fire A firefighting vehicle from the Karmiel station that was called up Tuesday night to put out a car that was supposedly ablaze in the Arab town of Rama in the Galilee was stoned by villagers, who succeeded in shattering its front windshield. IDF Uses [...]

2007 Splodie Awards

(Cross-posted from Elder of Ziyon) It is time for our First Annual Palestinian Arab Greatest Hits awards, known affectionately as the Splodies. Here is where we honor the very best of the (soon-to-be) 600 Palestinian Arabs who died from their brethren’s violent acts this year. So, without further ado, I present the 2007 Splodie Awards, [...]