terrific piece! the writing is brisk and clear. I imagine we must each decide how we feel about Pollard. Me? He was a traitor. I had dealt with a lot of top secret materials when in our military and so yes giving materials to another nation, no matter how friendly that nation might be is a betrayal of your obligations and loyalties. Another reason his actions annoy me : it is the sort of thing that some haters of Israel label a Jewish allegiance to a different nation. Did that material help Israel? We do not know. Did it harm our relations? Clearly not in the long run.
looking forward to watching this doc! This is certainly a timely release....The war has made me reflect on how grateful I am for the lifestyle I have as an American citizen. On the other hand, the current climate in the US in response to the war makes grateful for Israel and emphasizes to me its importance for all jews. I wonder what Pollard would say about this
Pollard's name held a faint memory, but thanks for another enjoyable and informative read as well as providing me one more reason to look forward to shabbos! :)
*Interesting that a good number of your fans have noted the clarity of your voice; that's an amazing gift! <3
I have spent a lot of time thinking about Pollard, mostly because of the antisemitic conspiracy theory that we hold dual loyalties. What really gets to me is how people who hate is can use it as a reason to validate that theory. Similar to the Julius and Ethel Rosenberg case, I am fascinated by the history and still trying to figure out my own thoughts on it.
This was an informative and engaging introduction to Pollard for those who are unfamiliar with his story. You are such a gifted writer!
Thank you! Can’t wait to see you!!
terrific piece! the writing is brisk and clear. I imagine we must each decide how we feel about Pollard. Me? He was a traitor. I had dealt with a lot of top secret materials when in our military and so yes giving materials to another nation, no matter how friendly that nation might be is a betrayal of your obligations and loyalties. Another reason his actions annoy me : it is the sort of thing that some haters of Israel label a Jewish allegiance to a different nation. Did that material help Israel? We do not know. Did it harm our relations? Clearly not in the long run.
looking forward to watching this doc! This is certainly a timely release....The war has made me reflect on how grateful I am for the lifestyle I have as an American citizen. On the other hand, the current climate in the US in response to the war makes grateful for Israel and emphasizes to me its importance for all jews. I wonder what Pollard would say about this
Pollard's name held a faint memory, but thanks for another enjoyable and informative read as well as providing me one more reason to look forward to shabbos! :)
*Interesting that a good number of your fans have noted the clarity of your voice; that's an amazing gift! <3
Very interesting!!!
I have spent a lot of time thinking about Pollard, mostly because of the antisemitic conspiracy theory that we hold dual loyalties. What really gets to me is how people who hate is can use it as a reason to validate that theory. Similar to the Julius and Ethel Rosenberg case, I am fascinated by the history and still trying to figure out my own thoughts on it.