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The story of the Jewish Defense League

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Why does the Klan never march through Harlem? Why don't Nazi's hold rallies in the streets of Newark? But yet, they rally in Skokie, Illinois to intimidate Jews.

In The Story of The Jewish Defense League, Rabbi Kahane discusses why things such as this happen, and why Jews must stand united against anti-semitism. Rather than using "peaceful protest", the Rav. shows how Jews can use more effective methods, and how they have continued to work over the years.

Every Jew, regardless of being right or left wing in politics, should read this book, if for no other reason, to get around some of the myths that surround the JDL, and to understand all the good they have done to protect Jews worldwide.

B"H

This is an excellent book for any reader who has been interrested in why the JDL began. It is very exciting once you get past the first chapter on Soviet Jewry, however I reccomend reading it through for some very interresting turns, and surprises. As a Jew, I believe it now only sheds light on a very controversial group, but also gives one pride in knowing that such a group exists, and indeed in being a member of the Jewish people.

'The Story of the Jewish Defense League' is an education to its readers, providing a different Jewish approach to dealing with problems in the Jewish community. Kahane's JDL proved that there is more than one way to deal with issues of tantamount importance to the Jewish people. He also showed that, sometimes, the unpopular way is the right way. While being a great work on the history of his organization, Kahane has also written here a work on how to persevere against the tide of popular opinion.

His history and outline of the JDL ideology should be read by every Jew--whether or he or her agrees with Kahane.Read especially what he says about Jabotinsky.

U might not like him. However, Rabbi Meir Kahane was a man like no other. He gets right to the point and pulls no punches. He says all the things that the establishment is afraid or unwilling to say. We need more people like him. I HIGHLY recommend this book to people who are looking to make a difference in the world today