From Cuba to Israel: The story of Jewish resilience and renewal

From Cuba to Israel: The story of Jewish resilience and renewal

Most people think of Cuba as a land of cigars, salsa, sun-soaked beaches and antique cars. But to me, it symbolizes perseverance and the roots of a resilient Jewish community that contributed to the state of Israel. For many years now, Cubans have made aliyah to Israel to look for a better life, including my parents. As Nazi Germany destroyed Europe, a few nations offered refuge to Jewish people,...