Joel Pollak
Lifestyle • News • Politics • Travel • Writing
I will share my thoughts about American politics, as well as current events in Israel and elsewhere, based on my experiences in the U.S., South Africa, and the Middle East. I will also discuss books and popular culture from the perspective of a somewhat libertarian, religiously observant conservative living in California. I will also share art and ideas that I find useful and helpful, and link to my content at Breitbart News, Amazon, and elsewhere.
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Racial redemption and the Paul-Mayweather fight

Something about the Paul-Mayweather fight felt redemptive -- maybe several things -- despite complaints that Showtime's servers crashed and that Mayweather didn't try too hard for the knockout. For one thing, it was a major sporting event, which is still kind of new as the country comes out of the pandemic. For another, no one protested the national anthem; it was just straightforward patriotism. Last, but not least, there was something redemptive in terms of our country's racial politics. We saw a skilled, established black professional giving a chance to an inexperienced white journeyman. It's the plot of "Rocky," so we're primed to like it. But it's also a reminder that black Americans also have a stake in our current system, and that white Americans also need their help, not just the other way around. It's empowering and liberating for both. That's not how we're used to seeing race relations presented, but it's a more complete picture than the media and the left generally portray.

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Hamantaschen filling

It’s Purim time… time to get the sweet stuff baking.

This is for an apricot hamantaschen filling…

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Sometimes, you just need batting practice
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The rushing waterfalls after the rain

The rain stopped in L.A. this morning after several days. A few hours later, I decided to check out a local trail that is usually dry. I was amazed…

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'The Trumpian Virtues' is out!

My new audiobook, "The Trumpian Virtues: The Lessons and Legacy of Donald Trump's Presidency," is out on Audible! Buy it, enjoy it, and share it TODAY! https://www.audible.com/pd/B0CZ4NBQVB

On the mountain

Managed to balance work and … skiing.

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An incredible day

Little league with my son; Purim with the family; a rainbow over the party — perfect for our “flower power” costumes; then a drive to the snowy mountains with the older two kids. What a life.

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