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The White House transcript from Wednesday's press briefing on gun violence where President Obama signed 23 executive orders.

The UN General Assembly voted to upgrade Palestine to the status of non-member observer state. As a result of the 138-9 vote (with 41 abstentions), "Palestine" now has the same status as the Vatican at the UN.

Ambassador Susan E. Rice, U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Following UN General Assembly Vote on Palestinian Observer State Status Resolution
For decades, the United States has worked to help achieve a comprehensive end to the long and tragic Arab-Israeli conflict. We have always been clear that only through direct negotiations between the parties can the Palestinians and Israelis achieve the peace that both deserve: two states for two peoples, with a sovereign, viable and independent Palestine l...

DEBKAFile: "Israel's operation was an intel coup to shut Iran's gateway to Cairo via Hamas."— by David Streeter
In its story on the development of the Iron Dome missile defense system, The Wall Street Journal reported that President George W. Bush's Administration gave a "frosty" response to the system when it was ...

The photo that gripped Israel.  A young mother protects her daughter during a siren in Ofakim.  This photo was taken by a 50 year old taxi driver who had stopped next to them.

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Remarks
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and
Foreign Minister Mohamed Kamel AmrNovember 21, 2012
Presidential Palace, Cairo, Egypt
MODERATOR:  (Via interpreter) We welcome our guests.  Yes.  We'll begin with a talk from Egypt's Minister of Foreign Affairs, then Her Excellency Minister Clinton will address the press.
More after the jump. FOREIGN MINISTER AMR:  (Via interpre...

The Golden Slipper Clubs & Charities (GSC) is celebrating its 90th birthday in 2012, as it continues to find new and creative ways to help people in need of their services. Recently, one of the arms of the GSC, its Human Needs and Services (HUNAS) division, teamed up with B'Nai
B'rith Project H.O.P.E. (Help Our People Everywhere) to launch a coat drive for homeless shelters in...

Ceasefire reached
Operation Pillar of Defense Ended on It's Eighth Day
— The Consulate General of Israel in Philadelphia
As Operation Pillar of Defense — a military operation to defend Israel's 4.5 million citizens who are under rocket fire from the Hamas terrorist organization — enters its eighth day, attacks on Israeli towns and communities continue.
Egyptian Foreign Minister M...

This afternoon, the IDF dropped leaflets over the Gaza Strip, warning civilians to stay away from Hamas operatives and infrastructure.
The first leaflet:To the residents of Sheikh Ajlin, Tel Al-Hwa, Rimal South, Zeitoun, Sjaiya, Turkeman and Sajiya Jadida: For your safety, you are required to evacuate your residences immediately and move towards the central Gaza city, via Al-Khara, Jma'at Al Dul Al Arabia, Al Aqsa Al Qudsiya, Um Alaimoun, Salah A-din, Al-Maqsurra, Hal's Mjdad. In the central Gaza city, you ...

Letter from Agudath Israel of America to President Barack Obama
Dear Mr. President,
We at Agudath Israel of America and our constituency of Orthodox Jews across the United States, salute your clear and unwavering support of Israel's security.
Your recent public words confirming our nation's endorsement of Israel's right to defend herself, and place responsibility for the current conflict squarely where it belongs, in the lap of Hamas and other terror groups in Gaza, are deeply appreciated.
Thank you also for your leadership and foresight in 2010, when t...

— by Steve Sheffey
Hamas terrorists have fired thousands of rockets into Israel from Gaza. What is remarkable is not the Israeli response, but the Israeli restraint in the face of aggression no other country would be expected to tolerate.
The pro-peace and progressive communities must speak out forcefully in support of Israel. A two-state solution is impossible as long as Hamas terrorism continues.
President Obama has backed...

— by Sari Weintraub
President Obama spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding the rocket attacks on Israel, condemning the attacks and affirming Israel's right to defend itself. The White House released a statement, saying: The President spoke with Prime Minister Netanyahu and President Morsi about the rocket attacks being launched from Gaza into Israel, and the escalating violence in Gaza.
The Pres...

— by Sari Weintraub
Jewish Democratic members of Congress today addressed the rocket attacks on Israel, affirming their support for Israel and Israel's right to defend itself.
Rep. Nita Lowey (D-NY) tweeted: "Israel has right & responsibility to defend itself from Hamas attacks. Must be no doubt such terrorism will never be tolerated."
Rep. Ted Deutch (D-FL) tweeted: "Terrorists have fired 250 rockets at Israelis civili...

Last light, the Senate unanimously passed Resolution 599 supporting Israel's "Pillar of Defense" operation against Hamas. According to The Times of Israel, The United States Senate sent a message of solidarity to Israel on Thursday by unanimously passing a resolution that expressed firm support for Israel's right to protect its ...

Leading up to the holiday season, it's hard to remember that there are things better, or more important, than shopping. You want to make sure everyone gets the perfect gift, stores bombard you with sales, and everyone else seems to be shopping, right?
Well, we want to show the world that there are better things to do than spend the day at the mall buying more stuff! Can you help us?
Tell us what you think is better than shopping - it could be spending time with your family, going for a hike... anything! We'll use yo...

Last week on election day, Puerto Ricans were asked their preference for the future of their island, currently an unincorporated territory of the United States. A large majority 809,000 voted for statehood, while 73,000 voted for independence and 441,000 voted for sovereign free association. Becoming a state would require approval by Congress. However, Republicans can be expected to oppose statehood of heavily Democratics Puerto Rico, just as they opposed...

Yesterday, I wrote about the Republican sketchy claim of having won a mandate in the House of Representatives where they will hold about a 40 seat edge despite losing the popular vote. I explained how redistricting process undermines Democratic representation by wasting Democratic votes in huge super majorities.

— by David Streeter
Ever since President Barack Obama was reelected last week, a number of people have speculated-and fear mongered-about the future of U.S.-Israel relations. In response, veteran pro-Israel activist Steve Sheffey dedicated this week's edition of the Chicagoland Pro-Israel Political Update to debunking the fear mongering, which can be read

In New Mexico: (TPM) On Tuesday in New Mexico, a Republican poll watcher was taken into police custody after also apparently trying to test the system. According to the Las Cruces Sun-News, the man voted, then obtained a second provisional ballot and announced he was simply "testing the system to see if people could get away with votin...