Jerusalem city elections: An interview with Laura Wharton – Israel Politics

Jerusalem city elections: An interview with Laura Wharton – Israel Politics

Laura Wharton is no stranger to advocating for equality, accessibility, and fairness in the capital. A longtime city council member, Wharton’s journey started from her birthplace of New Jersey to Harvard University, followed by her move to Israel about 40 years ago. She has served as a lone soldier and lived on a kibbutz … Read more

Jerusalem city elections: An interview with Rabbi Haim Pear – Israel Politics

Jerusalem city elections: An interview with Rabbi Haim Pear – Israel Politics

Rabbi Haim Pear is a pillar of Jerusalem’s Anglo community. The founder of the Shir Hadash (New Song) network of synagogues and education and advocacy centers, he has also worked as a Hillel director, author, and environmental lawyer.  Now he’s taking his skills into politics.  Ahead of the municipal elections, In Jerusalem sat with … Read more