Not reinventing the conservative message. Just making it spicier.
May 20, 2012 Leave a comment
Good news: I will be guest blogging for Prager University.
In my first post, I debunked the claim that Israel is an “apartheid” state.
Below is the entire post, as found on the Prager University Facebook page:
By: Gabriella Hoffman, Contributor and College Senior
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This past week, my university – UC-San Diego – played host to “Israel Apartheid Week.” The Muslim Students Association (MSA) and Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) clubs unveiled an “apartheid” wall that displayed alleged human rights abuses in Israel. The wall—which can be found on college campuses—claims Israel oppresses non-Jews, commits genocide, and behaves like Nazi Germany. Moreover, the organizers of this week-long event invite notorious anti-Semitic and anti-Zionist speakers to advance their cause. Without a doubt, it’s the most hostile week on campus each school year.
Supporters of the Palestinian cause are keen to undermine the Jewish state by painting it as an “apartheid” state. While this comparison is illusory and illogical at best, it’s imperative to counter it with the truth.
The MSA’s and SJP’s use of the word “apartheid” is misleading and offensive, says the Vanguard Leadership Group – a coalition of black students that supports Israel’s right to exist and defend itself. In an article in IsraelNationalNews.com, the group said: “We request that you immediately stop referring to Israel as an apartheid society and to acknowledge that the Arab minority in Israel enjoys full citizenship with voting rights and representation in the government.” (http://bit.ly/KzS52w)
Additionally, if Israel were an apartheid state, Arabs wouldn’t hold the same rights as Jews and Christians. Arabs vote, practice their religion, hold office, and live peacefully in Israel much to the chagrin of the MSA and SJP.
Dennis Prager’s video about the subject further illustrates why Israel is not an apartheid state: http://bit.ly/n5c7YE
(Note: you can follow Ms. Hoffman on Twitter at @gabby_hoffman)
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May 20, 2012 Leave a comment
If you live in Southern California and are looking for an event to attend, then check out EFSD’s “Rise Up” Convention.
Speakers include Dinesh D’Souza, Brian Brown, Frank Gaffney, and more!
The event will take place at Skyline Church in San Diego from 4-9pm on June 1, 2012.
Register for the event here. Tickets cost $20. (Bring your children!)
If you’re interested in having a booth there, inquire here.
“Like” the event page and RSVP on Facebook.
Hope to see you there!
May 4, 2012 4 Comments
This past evening, Republican presidential candidate Ron Paul delivered a speech here on campus. Amid the pot smoke (gotta love those pot smokers!) and warm sun, San Diegans congregated at Warren Mall to see the colorful and equally lively perennial presidential candidate.
Ron Paul – best known for his die-hard college fans – addressed several thousand students and community members.
Interestingly enough, Ron Paul has a theme song:
Here are some pictures from the event:
Many of you know I do not support a Ron Paul candidacy. For one, Mitt Romney will be the Republican presidential nominee (I will be holding my nose. I’m voting non-Marxist and against Obama). And two – his anti-Israelism, support for drug legalization, and libertine social policies run counter to my views.
The Israel issue sticks out the most. Paul is ignorant when it comes to Iran’s nuclear program and radical Islam. During his speech he said, “I think sanctions [on Iran] are wrong…are an act of war.” Also, he previously lamented American military involvement in freeing Holocaust victims and has blamed Israel for the creation of Hamas. I cannot compromise on my support for Israel; I simply won’t budge.
Oddly enough, I agree with most of Ron Paul’s economic views. I believe we should do away with the United Nations; Departments of Education, Commerce, Energy; and the EPA – best known as the “Employment Prevention Agency.” I also agree with auditing (and even abolishing) the Fed. I’m opposed to governmental waste and globalist, hypocritical international bodies abusing our tax dollars. If Paul weren’t so hostile to Israel and libertine on social issues, I might reconsider. Alas, I won’t.
The reality is this: Ron Paul will not secure the nomination. If his supporters are determined to defeat Obama, then they must vote for the eventual GOP nominee (I know, it pains me to write this – but we have no other choice but Romney). Please don’t split the vote, guys!
I will concede that Ron Paul knows how to energize a crowd. It still amazes me that he attracts so many people to his events. His young followers worship him like God, which is a tad odd. (Never EVER put a politician on a pedestal.) And he’s quite the sensationalist. That aside, he put on quite the show last night.
Without a doubt, this event will go down in UCSD history. Kudos to the event organizers.
April 21, 2012 Leave a comment
This past Monday, my sister Anna Maria Hoffman and I went to the 4th Stop Taxing Us Tax Day Tea Party in Oceanside, CA.
Anna Maria (right) and I (left) are pictured here. (Thanks to Dr. Gary for taking this priceless photo.)
Like good young conservatives, we decided to go to the event and assist our political godparents – Donna and Woody Woodrum – with the Eagle Forum of San Diego booth. A cameraman approached us and asked why we were at the event. You can see what we said starting at the 0:32 mark:
April 2, 2012 Leave a comment
Last week, I was interviewed by USA TODAY College’s Samantha Glavin, a sophomore at Saint Anselm College, on Obamacare and its impact on young people. CRNC communications director Alyssa Farah and Students for Santorum president Shane Bias were also interviewed.
Here are my thoughts:
Gabriella Hoffman is a senior at UC-San Diego and assistant editor of the popular blog, “College Conservative”. While she’s excited to graduate in the spring and enter the real world, she’s worried about the effect that Obamacare, if upheld, could have on her post-college environment.
Hoffman’s parents both came to the U.S. after escaping from the Soviet Union, and she says that they “lived with a health care model that was an extreme version of Obamacare.”
Says Hoffman, “Though the government there said that the mandate was ‘free and wouldn’t cost you’, they ended up paying 80% of it and the care was extremely unsanitary. While that’s not exactly happening here yet, it could the way things are going.”
I also said that Obamacare forces young adults to be subservient to big government.
Hoffman worries about the creation of a similar Big Brother-esque form of control. “Obamacare perpetuates paternalistic government,” she says. “Young people will learn early on that the government has to provide for every need.”
You can read the entire article here.
March 15, 2012 Leave a comment
Conservative in college? Want to hear from movers and shakers? Attend Eagle Forum’s Collegian Summit in Washington, DC this July 19-20, 2012.
I highly suggest you attend this conference. I had the honor of being one of ten youth panelists at last year’s summit. I got to hear Paul Ryan, Allen West, and many other remarkable speakers. I also got to meet other like-minded college kids and see some old friends.
If you’re looking for a great networking opportunity in an intimate setting, this event is for you!
Here’s the promo video:
Also, here are Allen West’s thoughts on college conservatives:
Register for the event here. Students in the DC metro area can attend the event for free. Those residing outside of the DC metro area can apply for scholarships here.
February 27, 2012 Leave a comment
Are you a pro-life activist that enjoys making movies? Do you stand for life and want to bring change to Hollywood? If yes, then attend LifeFest Film Festival this May 4-6, 2012!
Below is the first of many promo videos for the festival:
Here’s more about the event from the website:
LifeFest organizers offer programming and events for film enthusiasts of every interest and background. With the support of a passionate arts community, LifeFest has attracted worldwide interest from some of the industry’s best filmmakers. We feature opportunities for burgeoning filmmakers and will be entertaining distinguished industry guests and thousands of film enthusiasts from around the world.
The second annual Life Fest Film Festival is expected to attract many activists, filmmakers, and Hollywood actors to the L.A. Convention Center. Those interested in attending LifeFest can register here.
Those who wish to support LifeFest can donate to it. Watch the video to learn how:
Aspiring (and veteran) filmmakers can submit their entries here. Members of the media can apply for press passes here; I’ll be handling media inquiries for the event.
Hope to see you there!
