In his article Crises of Leadership: Are we more worried about our own egos than about the Jewish people as a whole? Rabbi Kerry Olitzky offers commentary on Parashat Korach to illustrate current leadership challenges. Read Article
I love Shabbat. I love consciously unplugging. This idea of being present and still with yourself and with friends, family, loved ones, for one day a week, is not only something that I think is universally needed, but also something that I find deep meaning in. Read More
Once upon a time, I was a bankruptcy lawyer. Also once upon a time, I shopped at Sears. Bankruptcy law is now only a hobby, and I can’t remember the last time I walked into a Sears. Now I work in furtherance of excellence in the Jewish community. So what do these things have in common? Read More
American public opinion on controversial issues used to look like a bell curve. Today, it looks like a two humped camel, with strong opinions on both sides and a very weak middle. What leadership would it take for us to re-build the political center? Read More
“If I am not for myself, who will be for me? But if I am only for myself, who am I? If not now, when?” (Pirkei Avot 1:14). We rely on volunteers to help our communities thrive. While they don’t do it for recognition, it is to our benefit to show them we appreciate their service. Read Tips
