A clandestine undertaking on behalf of Israel, the Jets and the Jews.

 
The Five Minute Video That Changed Hasbara

Latma's We Con The World was produced on Thursday at a cost of $15,000 and posted on YouTube on Thursday afternoon. In the three days since, the various versions (I have linked to the most viewed version) have received more than 2 million views and it has been among the most viewed videos in the world.

We Con The World has significantly helped shift the debate about the Flotilla controversy. Tens of thousands have commented on YouTube - most in support of Israel, revealing the many (previously) silent but ardent supporters of Israel worldwide.

The video brilliantly and effectively represents the Israeli version - not only about the Flotilla but about the world's hypocrisy. It thankfully contains none of the apologetics and defensiveness that has seemed to epitomize what has passed for Israeli hasbara in recent years.

This new pro-Israel anthem is the way forward for pro-Israel public relations. We owe a debt of gratitude to all of those involved in this project - including lead vocalist Noam Jacobson, who took a quick break from his reserve duty on Israel's northern border to perform.
posted on 6/06/2010

 
The Perfect Game That Wasn't

We keep hearing what a great guy Jim Joyce is. I'm sure it's true. He certainly shouldn't be subject to personal attacks for blowing Wednesday night's call.

But what nobody seems to be talking about is how Joyce could botch the call so badly. It was not a close play. What caused an experienced professional umpire to call a runner safe who is so obviously out?
posted on 6/04/2010

 
The Flotilla

I have thoughts about the Flotilla controversy - but lack the energy and/or the motivation to post in detail. Instead, some quick comments:

1. To the extent anybody in Israel should be blamed, it is Ehud Barak. As Chief of Staff, Prime Minister and Defense Minister, he has been responsible for one fiasco after another. This one is mild compared to previous ones.

2. The fallout from the Flotilla has little to do with the nine fatalities, or with the Gaza blockade - and a lot to do with the war being waged against Israel's legitimacy.

3. Precisely for this reason, President Obama is a potential strategic threat to Israel, because he seems to see Israel as the bad guy.

4. The commandos fought very well.

5. There was definitely a PR failure in the first hours - as usual I was up in middle of the night and checked the news - but Israel has since gotten its message across to those interested in the truth.

6. Otherwise, if you haven't already, watch We Con The World, this excellent satirical video.
posted on 6/03/2010