The Movement for Reform Judaism

The panel, chaired by Walter Goldsmith, Chairman Jewish Music Institute and Co-founder of Diaspora Trust (and Rabbi Mark Goldsmith’s father) consisted of Ian Black, Middle East Editor of The Guardian, Daniel Finkelstein, Associate Editor of The Times, Lorna Fitzsimons, Chief Executive of BICOM, Charlie Gluckman, Co-Chair of Pro-Zion and Andrew Balcombe, Chairman of the Zionist Federation. 

Despite the almost impossible task of predicting Israel's future, discussion through the evening was lively and animated. Panellists addressed a range of issues from the need for Israel to address its settlements, its many technological and medical achievements, the Jewish state's relationships with her Arab neighbours and how we can represent Israel's case in the Diaspora.

Dan Paterson, as usual gave a very humorous thanks to the panel. 

As Rabbi Mark said, in fitting tribute to Israel, 'To 120 years and beyond'.

Picture shows, from left to right: Ian Black, Andrew Balcombe, Walter Goldsmith, Charlie Gluckman, Lorna Fitzsimons and Daniel Finkelstein

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