Rabbi's Corner 
Monday, August 23rd, 2010
To Build or Not to Build
President Obama recently inserted himself into the controversy surrounding the building of the Muslim center near Ground Zero. He should have followed the Apostle Paul's advice - wisdom trumps legality.
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Wednesday, June 02nd, 2010
Jerusalem, a Cup that Sends all the Surrounding Peoples Reeling
Was the flotilla bringing aid to the Palestinians in Gaza an act of humanitarinism or a ruse? Consider the likely outcome.
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Monday, April 12th, 2010
The Need for Financial Reform
The recent recession proved the need for financial reform. But the proposed remedies could hamper economic growth. A few tweaks could prevent a recurrence.
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Thursday, February 25th, 2010
Returning to Health Care
The US health care system is in complete disrepair. It is wildly expensive and leaves huge gaps in coverage. The current health care proposals will only make a bad situation worse. What’s needed is massive reform.
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Wednesday, February 10th, 2010
The New Haman
As we approach the holiday of Purim, Jewish enemies have not ceased. A new Haman has arisen in the same place the old was - Persia/Iran.
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Friday, January 22nd, 2010
Is Haiti Cursed of God?
A religious leader suggested the earthquake devestating Haiti was the result of a curse associated with Haiti’s alleged pact with the devil. This article discusses this recent tragedy as well as other ones and presents a different view of God’s invovlement in tragedies.
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Monday, January 04th, 2010
Global Warming
We have a mandate from the Scriptures to preserve and better the earth. Emissions and pollution from industry and transportation are despoiling it, including likely contributing to global warming. Something needs to be done.
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Sunday, November 22nd, 2009
The Role of Government
America was built on the concept of limited government. The 20th century saw significant growth of government while still maintaining America’s freedoms. The 21st century is likely to see something quite different.
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Tuesday, November 03rd, 2009
What to Do about those Illegal Immigrants
Illegal immigration is a massive problem in the US. Not addressing it only makes the problem worse. Is there a way to protect the integrity of the US immigration system while being merciful to the immigrant population?
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Tuesday, October 27th, 2009
How Dangerous is Islam?
Islam contains both violent and peaceful aspects. If Muslims expect the West to accept the legitimacy of Islam, then their leaders must consistently condemn outbreaks of violence.
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Wednesday, October 14th, 2009
Crass Consumerism
Americans are being told to spend to lift the country out of a recession, but wasn’t it reckless spending that caused the problems in the first place?
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Thursday, October 08th, 2009
Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan & Just War
Is a military strike against Iran supported by Jewish and Christian views of the Scripture and legitimate war?
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Tuesday, September 29th, 2009
Which Party Represents God?
Increasingly, religious groups support political candidates and parties. This compromises their mission.
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Saturday, September 19th, 2009
Polarization In America
Sadly, religious leaders often contribute to a polarized political atmosphere.
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Saturday, September 12th, 2009
And so it Begins ...
Welcome to the new blog of Rabbi Jamie Cowen! Rabbi of Tikvat Israel Messianic Jewish Congregation.
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