David Siegel

15/12/2022

WATCH: More Snow in Jerusalem!

WATCH: More Snow in Jerusalem!

29/09/2016

May his memory be a blessing.

15/01/2016

Israel is a land of educational opportunity for Jews and Arabs

Israel is a land of educational opportunity for Jews and Arabs

To the editor: Israel is the only true democracy in a turbulent Middle East. While every democracy struggles with challenges and Israel is not unique in this sense, Israel has continuously worked to fully integrate its Arab citizens into its society. Israeli Arabs enjoy full civil and political righ…

27/09/2015

Gov. Doug Ducey to attend water summit in Israel

Arizona Governor Doug Ducey to attend an international conference on water technology in Israel next month.

Gov. Doug Ducey will travel to Tel Aviv to attend a water technologies conference.

19/09/2015

Joined members of the Jewish Community in LA today to deliver Rosh Hashanah greetings to our friends at the City Council.

16/09/2015

Dead Sea Scrolls: The Exhibition Closes as One of the Most Visited Exhibits in California...

It's been great!
Dead Sea Scrolls: The Exhibition Closes as One of the Most Visited Exhibits in California Science Center History

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 11, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

11/09/2015

Rosh Hashana Greetings

Wishing Everyone Shana Tova! Have a happy and healthy New Jewish Year!

10/09/2015

5 Inspiring Ways To Start The New Year

Food for thought as we approach the High Holidays:
"We all are stronger when we reach out to others and share in a set of values and goals. Two thousand years ago, the Jewish sage Rabbi Hillel recognized the importance of community in shaping our goals and sense of self.
He counseled his students: Do not separate yourself from the community.
This year, take a look at your social connections. Ask yourself how you can spend time with those whose values and lifestyle you want to share"

As Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, approaches, here are five ways to making real changes and get the new year off to a fresh start.

06/09/2015

Israel, feel the beat (short version - vacation in Israel)

Vote for Israel!
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has launched its first Tourism Video Competition between its member nations.

Help Israel win the People's Choice Award - watch Israel's submission below and click on the link provided to vote now!

http://lmd.unwto.org/unwto-tourism-video-competition-2015

From the north to the south, from the east to the west, "feel the beat" of the unique experience that is visiting Israel. Dance to the rhythms of a rich cult...

21/08/2015

Tel Aviv Ranked World’s #1 Startup Hub Outside US

We are so proud to be part of a nation that brings such incredible innovation and creativity to the world even as it is under the threat of constant terror.

Lauded for “exceptional talent base” and “startup performance,” Tel Aviv ranked exceptionally well. Jerusalem also received honorable mention.

01/08/2015

We had an incredible and fascinating day today at the California Science Centerience Center with members of the California Legislature hosted by Assemblymember Richard Bloom and the Jewish caucus.

The relationship that Israel has with our friends in California is invaluable to us.

We all enjoyed a private tour of the Dead Sea Scrolls, which everyone definitely needs to go see!

Shabbat Shalom.

08/07/2015

Minister Bennett: Reform Jews Are Jews, Period

What I'm Reading // Minister Bennett: Reform Jews Are Jews, Period

In backlash at Shas minister's statements against non-Orthodox Jews, Jewish Home minister releases a terse tweet.

08/07/2015

Netanyahu rejects minister's claims that Reform Jews are not Jews

What I'm Reading // Netanyahu rejects minister's claims that Reform Jews are not Jews

PM says that Shas Minister David Azoulai's "hurtful remarks about Reform Judaism do not reflect the position of the Government."

04/07/2015

Happy Independence Day America!

19/06/2015

On behalf of the State of Israel, I wish to convey our deepest sorrow at the tragic killing of innocent worshipers at the Emanuel AME church in Charleston, South Carolina.

The people of Israel stand in solidarity and prayer with the families and loved ones of the victims, and with the people of Charleston, the State of South Carolina, and the United States at this very painful time of mourning.

08/06/2015

Timeline Photos

Congressman Tony Cardenas and Consul General of Israel, David Siegel

31/05/2015

Israeli drought aid swings into action in California

Israel has solved its water challenges and we're here to help California, too.

News, World News: Tech companies move forward with tender bidding in California's water districts, promoting stronger policital ties with the US.

29/05/2015

Had a great meeting today with Lior Raz, the creator of the popular Israeli TV show "Fauda".

I'm a big fan of the show and can't wait to share with you what we've been working on.

More details coming soon!

Photo credit to: Shani Louber

13/05/2015

Had a great evening at the Nixon Presidential Library! Thank you to Larry Elder for being such a great host and to the museum staff for making the evening such a great success!

07/05/2015

Israeli troops, professionals land in Nepal

Israeli professionals treat more than 200 patients a day on the ground in Nepal. In fact, Israel has the largest contingent of relief workers there right now.

Israeli professionals treat more than 200 patients a day. In fact, Israel has the largest contingent of relief workers there right now.

29/04/2015

An Inside Look at the IDF’s Unique Medical Technology in Nepal

The IDF’s field hospital in Nepal is fully operational and ready to help the victims of the tragic earthquake. Here’s an inside look at the advanced technology that our medical team is using.

People affected by the earthquake in Nepal will begin receiving treatment from the advanced technology that will assist the medical teams on the ground.

22/04/2015

Yesterday the Israeli community in Los Angeles came together for an emotional Yom Hazikaron ceremony where we honored Israel's fallen soldiers and victims of terror.

19/03/2015

I had a great time interviewing with Pastor Greg Laurie on his radio show. Thank you for the warm welcome, for your kindness and friendship!

18/03/2015

Last night the Israeli community in Los Angeles gathered together to analyze election results and celebrate Israel's democratic process.

11/03/2015

Thank you for another great visit and warm reception in San Diego. I especially enjoyed meeting with the pro-Israel student leaders of SDSU! Thank you for all your hard work and dedication!

06/03/2015

Yesterday Diplomats around the world, including here at the Consulate in LA, were the first to vote in the upcoming Israeli elections (elections will take place in Israel March 17th)

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05/03/2015

Today I had the honor of viewing the Dead Sea Scrolls during the media preview day at the California Science Center. What a powerful, wonderful experience! I look forward to hearing about YOUR experience after you visit the DSS exhibit, which opens to the public on March 10.

04/03/2015

Dead Sea Scrolls coming to California Science Center; ABC7 gets sneak peek in Israel

The Dead Sea Scrolls are coming to the California Science Center, but ABC 7 got a sneak preview of the scrolls in their homeland.

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The Dead Sea Scrolls are coming to the California Science Center, but we got a sneak preview of the scrolls in their homeland.

27/02/2015

It was a pleasure to meet up with Michael Lizarraga, CEO of TELACU, at Tamayo, the Lizarraga family restaurant. We discussed many of our mutual priorities, including education and the newly developed Israel study abroad scholarship for high achieving Latino students.

I'm looking forward to a long and fruitful friendship with Michael and TELACU.

20/02/2015

What an honor and pleasure to meet LeVar Burton! You may know him from shows such as Reading Rainbow and Star Trek.

Thank you, Levar, for being such a great friend of Israel's!

04/02/2015

Israeli students on U.S. campuses are important representatives for sharing the real, human face of Israel with young American college students. This weekend, I had the honor of addressing the inaugural IAC National Mishelanu conference of Israeli students from across the United States. Kol Hakavod IAC and Mishelanu!

29/01/2015

Had an amazing visit today in Northern Nevada. Wild horses, impressive start ups, and great friends of Israel.

28/01/2015

This morning I visited the Reno Startup Row - it was wonderful to see the innovative work coming out of this tremendous community!

Best of luck to you all from the Start-up Nation!