March Turns Chaotic In Boulder
A peaceful demonstration by Jewish groups in Boulder, Colorado, took a violent turn on Sunday. A man, identified as Mohamed Sabri Soliman, used what was described as a “make-up flamethrower” to direct flames into the crowd, followed by throwing a Molotov cocktail. Soliman, an Egyptian citizen who has overstayed his visa since 2023, injured eight individuals ranging in age from 52 to 88.
Witnesses reported that during the attack, Soliman shouted “free Palestine” along with other anti-Israel slogans. The FBI is now investigating the incident as politically motivated terrorism.
One observer pointed out, “If we don’t draw the moral line now, the concern shifts from where Jews can go, to whether any of us can feel safe.”
This event was more than a mere incident; it was a targeted assault on Jewish individuals in a public space. In 2025, such incidents have sparked serious concerns in America.
Historically, America has served as a refuge for Jews, but the current open-border policies have transformed this into a troubling situation—almost like a nightmare emerging in broad daylight.
More than two decades after the events of 9/11 and promises to tighten immigration laws to prevent terrorism, the failure to adequately enforce these laws has once again put innocent lives in jeopardy.
This issue transcends political lines; it’s fundamentally a moral reckoning.
As a community, we’ve worked hard to foster “emotional sovereignty” and define our ideological boundaries. Yet, anti-Semitism, which many believed was a thing of the past, is now visibly manifesting on our streets.
A Disturbing Pattern
It’s a familiar pattern we’ve witnessed before. In 1938, Kristallnacht marked a horrific moment in history, with Jewish homes and businesses destroyed. Despite the chaos, the world largely stood by, allowing ordinary citizens to face violence. This marked the beginning of a dark campaign that culminated in the atrocities of Auschwitz.
Today, the Jewish community is once again facing violence. Students report harassment on campuses, and organized chants like “From the River to the Sea” resonate through cities—not just from fringe groups, but from a coalition that includes political leaders, university professors, and corporate entities. It’s concerning to see a woman, a Holocaust survivor who escaped a concentration camp, almost suffer fatal injuries in what is called a “sanctuary city.”
The media seems overly fixated on Donald Trump and his supporters, deeming them a major threat to democracy. But let’s be honest: who is truly behind these violent acts? Who is calling for the destruction of Israel? Who is throwing firebombs into peaceful demonstrations?
This isn’t about Trump supporters. The motivation runs deeper—it’s fueled by a certain ideology and disguises hatred as justice.
Where Do We Stand?
The West represents more than just geography; it’s an idea founded on laws, freedoms, and the principle that all individuals are equal. If we allow chaos in the name of empathy, if we excuse anti-Semitism as mere activism, we risk eroding the foundations of our society.
Jews have often faced exile, being told to return to where they came from—only to be told they don’t belong even in Israel. So, where should they go?
If we fail to establish a clear moral stance now, the issue will shift from where Jews can go to how safe any of us can feel.
Let’s not kid ourselves; this isn’t just a Jewish concern. It reflects on our ability to uphold moral values in the West.
The stakes are incredibly high. America was envisioned as a “shining city on a hill,” but cities can only glow when protected. If we forget our identity, or worse, lose our capacity for compassion, we could become a generation that remembers freedom only by the smell of ashes.
It’s crucial to stand firm—out of commitment, not vengeance. This isn’t about fear; it’s about truth.
Remember our heritage. Reflect on what we’ve built. And most importantly, remember what transpires when we choose silence over courage.
