COOKIE SCHWAEBER-ISSAN

Cookie Schwaeber-Issan is a former principal of Jerusalem elementary and middle schools, and was a member of Kibbutz Re'im from 1994-1999. She is the author of Mistake-Proof Parenting , based on the time-tested wisdom found in the Book of Proverbs, available on Amazon.

A person holds two Palestinian flags as supporters of the pro-Palestinian campaign group Palestine Action gather outside the High Court in London, Britain, July 4, 2025.

Would Jews really be more accepted if the State of Israel did not exist? - opinion

Demonstrators with the Democratic Socialists of America take part in a rally on International Women’s Day in Manhattan in New York City, New York, U.S., March 8, 2018.

Are we seeing the end of Jewish politicians in the Democratic Party? - opinion

 There is less holding a second marriage together (Illustrative photo of a wedding).

Israel can - and should - save assimilated Jews - opinion


US Gen. Jack Keane said Iran could have been defeated - so why did Trump stop? - opinion

On the broadcast that aired August 16, 2026, Keane recounted the events leading up to the war between the US, Israel, and Iran, which began on February 28 this year.

US President Donald Trump arrives with retired four-star Army General Jack Keane for a ceremony to present Keane with the Presidential Medal of Freedom in the East Room of the White House in Washington, US, March 10, 2020

The man behind the curtain: How Hasan Piker became a political kingmaker - opinion

It’s hard to comprehend how Piker remains such a popular figure, given his preference for a barbaric terror group over the democratic country of Israel.

Hasan Piker attends a press conference during Web Summit Qatar 2026 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center in Doha, Qatar, Feb. 3, 2026.

Attacking the pro-Israel lobby has become the acceptable way to attack Jews - opinion

Libel is always the best starting point, since it serves to advance an unsavory view of the people they are attempting to hang in the town square. And that is exactly what is happening.

Israeli and American flags on the same pole.

Could the Palestinian Authority be planning a Jewish genocide in the West Bank? - opinion

The government might be making the same mistake with the PA as it did with Hamas by believing it is a peace partner rather than an enemy

Palestinian Security Forces, who have been trained under US General Keith Dayton in Jordan, train in the West Bank city of Nablus on August 13, 2009.

Did a Fox News co-host just blame Netanyahu for antisemitism? - opinion

Now, as the annual address of the UN General Assembly, scheduled for September, approaches, the Democratic Socialist mayor has voiced the possibility of having Netanyahu arrested.

Fox Corporation's logo.

What Ro Khanna, Tucker Carlson, and Rahm Emanuel have in common - opinion

From Ro Khanna to Tucker Carlson, critics across the political spectrum are finding political value in attacking Israel.

US Representative Ro Khanna (D-CA) speaks with a Palestinian resident of Turmus Ayya, near Ramallah, during a visit in the West Bank, July 9, 2026.

Ilhan Omar: Prove your Gaza genocide claims or stop making them - opinion

By way of tangible evidence, here are some reliable facts to refute the lying, despicable congresswoman, who should bear the shame for her treacherous dishonesty.

US Representative Ilhan Omar (D-MN) attends a news conference addressing the anti-Muslim comments made by Representative Lauren Boebert (R-CO) towards Omar, on Capitol Hill in Washington, US, November 30, 2021.

Half of the American Congress will scream ‘Free Palestine’ - opinion

What we are witnessing is so much more than a major change in the Democratic Party.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani campaigns with Brad Lander, candidate for New York’s 10th Congressional District during primary elections in New York City, US, June 23, 2026.

The irony behind telling Jews to 'go back where they belong' - opinion

Efforts to rewrite Jewish history cannot erase the ancient bond between the Jewish people and the land of Israel.

New Haven Police Department screenshot of the alleged perpetrator.

Why Gwyneth Paltrow is the latest victim of the anti-Israel smear machine - opinion

Doing a double-take, after seeing her signature next to her image, I couldn’t imagine what her connection was to new Israeli construction. Turns out her father, Bruce Paltrow, was Jewish. 

 CANNES, FRANCE - JUNE 18: Academy Award-Winning Actress Gwyneth Paltrow attends the 'Encore! Embracing the new entertainment era' session during the Cannes Lions International Festival Of Creativity 2024 - Day Two at Amazon Port Plaza Stage on June 18, 2024 in Cannes, France.