To all my friends and followers here at The Third Way:
First, let me take this opportunity to thank all of you for your support this year. This blog, both as a site for my original works and as a way for me to let you know about pieces published elsewhere, has had an unprecedentedly fabulous year in terms of readership. I’d like to think as well that my analysis and writing have also sharpened in 2014, and I appreciate all of my readers tagging along for that ride.
As 2014 draws to a close, there has been a lot happening for me personally. I have completed my Masters program at the University of Maryland’s School of Public Policy. I did get quite a lot out of the program, although it really enhanced my sense of concern about the next generation of leaders in both the public and private sectors in the United States.
More importantly for me, I have finally found employment and couldn’t be more excited about the wonderful opportunity I have. I am the new Program Director for the Foundation for Middle East Peace, where I will be working closely with Matt Duss, and some really great people on the Foundation’s Board of Trustees. Everything about the job seems terrific and perfectly suited for me. Kind of makes me think the world was making me wait all this time for this job.
I am very sure that some of the ideas that are already in motion at the Foundation are going to afford a fantastic opportunity for me to make an impact on US policy in the Middle East and for all of us working on the issue to have greater impact going forward. For me, and for my readers and followers, I’ll still be writing. The Foundation will be a new outlet, but I will still be writing in some familiar places, and will continue maintaining this blog. I don’t anticipate big changes in that regard, and you’ll still be able to find all of my writing, either linked or in full, right here.
Many of you, I’m sure, were already aware of all of this, but this seemed like a great time to let the rest of you know and to let everyone who reads The Third Way know how much I appreciate all of you. There’s a lot happening in the discourse on Israel-Palestine even as the occupation entrenches itself. There’s real reason to hope that we can change things in the coming years. So, my friends, onward!
And again, happy holidays and only the best things for all of you and those you hold dear in 2015.
Mitchell
It has been so good to follow your well-reasoned and informed arguments. Makes a refreshing change from the ranting fanatics who bend the truth to fit their opinions.
Best wishes for all you do in 2015.
Good on you Mitchell. I’ve much appreciated your insightful and sensitive analysis for many years and am happy to hear others have and are recognizing your skills and contributions. Mazel Tov!
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