True story—

I showed up at the annual Walk For Israel today as I do every year.  And every year, I am armed with JDL brochures, my JDL kipot and, of course, wearing my JDL t-shirt.

Imagine my shock, amazement and total displeasure when I was told by a Federation official that I could not participate in the walk unless I worse an official walk T-shirt or something else.

What the hell?

I asked him why.

1.  They want a display of solidarity for Israel—I told the guy that my shirt’s message was about solidarity and the need for continued solidarity.

2.  He said the shirt needed a positive message.  Oh, I see “never again” is not a positive message.

He tried to continue, but my boiling point was rising and he thought it best not to engage me.

Bottom line—I marched the entire 3 miles and handed out brochures.

If you want to voice your concern—contact the Jewish Federation of Chicago.  If you want to contact the individual who thinks he’s above the First Amendment, contact me at .

Never Again means just that—Never Again—For all Jews, all the time.

Sholom ben David
Chicago/Midwest Coordinator