By Dave Montalbano

http://cinemadave.livejournal.com

Oscar nominations were announced this morning and it is business-as-usual for the Hollywood industry.

It is the earliest Oscar season and the ceremony will commence Feb. 24th. Expect to read about local Oscar parties that particular Sunday night.

To help launch the U.S. theatrical release of Nicky’s Family tomorrow, the Center for Holocaust and Human Rights Education (CHHRE) at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) and Menemsha Films are bringing Nick Winton, the son of Sir Nicholas Winton, from London to speak with students at area schools and movie-goers. Nick will be joined by a survivor from The Florida Chapter of Kindertransport Association.

A lighter version of Schindler’s List, Nicky’s Family presents Sir Nick’s one-man crusade to rescue Jewish children from Nazis in Czechoslovakia. Now in their seventies and eighties, many of the 600+ survivors speak fondly of their mysterious benefactor.

As Sir Nick celebrates his 100th birthday, he is greeted by thousands of the Czechoslovakia offspring that he helped create. Given the dark history of the Nazi Holocaust, the optimism of Sir Nick reigns supreme in the modern day.

The sleeper hit of the holiday season, Parental Guidance is a Billy Crystal comedy in the vein of The Cosby Show and Everybody Loves Raymond that is familyfriendly. Crystal and Bette Midler portray the grandparents of three uptight children (Bailee Madison, Joshua Rush, Kyle Harrison Brietkopf) whose parents (Marisa Tomei, Tom Everett Scott) are overworked neurotic messes.

The comedy is broad and includes successful slapstick sequences. One of the funniest gags involves the three children’s first taste of sugar with drunken results. Yet, there is much heart with individual moments of personal pain. In particular is Joshua Rush’s transitional performance as the son with a speech disorder.

Bailee Madison and Maverick Moreno (He portrays “Cody,” Bailee’s first onscreen love interest) attended a recent Friday night screening at Muvico Broward 18.

It was a wonderful night with a big crowd that concluded with the community shooting a viral video.

You don’t need to attend the Orange Bowl or fly to Hollywood to be entertained. Just go outside and visit local venues in our neighborhood to have a good and rewarding time.

By Scott Morganroth

Former FAU QB Rusty Smith was the first Owls player ever selected in the NFL Draft being chosen in the sixth round, 176 overall, by the Tennessee Titans in 2010, but he hasn’t played the best.

In the 2011 NFL Draft, the Arizona Cardinals selected tight-end Rob Housler in the third round, 69th overall, and he was the team’s fourth leading receiver with 45 catches for 417 yards this season.

The best player ever drafted from FAU was running back Alfred Morris. There have only been three Owls picked in the NFL Draft. But Morris, who turned 24 on Dec. 12, had a monster rookie season playing in the same backfield as Heisman Trophy winner Robert Griffin III. He rushed for 1,613 yards, with a 4.8 average and 13 touchdowns. He was second in the league in rushing. Morris broke the Redskins single season rushing record previously held by former Miami Hurricane Clinton Portis, who had 1,516 yards. He broke Charley Taylor’s rookie season touchdown total of 10.

In the Redskins final regular season game, a 28-13 win over the Dallas Cowboys that gave Washington its first NFC East title since 1999, all Morris did was amass 33 carries for 200 yards and three touchdowns. It was Washington’s first playoff appearance since 2007. Not bad for a guy who was a sixth round pick, 173 overall, who Washington selected in a trade with the Minnesota Vikings on July 27, 2011 for Donovan McNabb. Morris became the fourth player in NFL History to ever record over 1,600 yards rushing in his rookie year. It’s safe to say that Redskins Owner Dan Snyder got a bargain when he signed Morris to a four-year $2.22 million contract with a $154,000 signing bonus on May 6, 2012. Now, McNabb is out of football and is doing radio in Philadelphia. But leave little doubt that with Snyder’s deep pockets of signing veteran free agents which failed to produce, Morris will have a new contract soon enough.

What a difference a year makes. In 2011, Morris was the best player on a 1-11 FAU team. In 2012, he’s put FAU on the map, playing a key role in the Redskins 10-6 season and, as long as he stays healthy, the youngster out of Pensacola, Florida has a bright future ahead of him. The Redskins front office know they have found a hidden gem to build their offense around while FAU can use Morris as a recruiting tool to build its young program.

Scott Morganroth can be reached at www.scott sports33.com.

DEERFIELD BEACH

Jan. 4 A woman reported that as she was placing groceries into her car in the parking lot of Target at 3599 W. Hillsboro Boulevard, a man snatched her gold chain from her neck and purse from her shoulder. The man fled in a car.

Jan. 4 A man reported that his home at 381 SE 15 Ave. was broken into and clothing, electronics and jewelry were taken.

Jan. 4 A man reported a residential burglary at 1180 NW 49 Court. The burglary took place through an open rear window.

Jan. 6 A woman reported that her car parked at 1829 W. Hillsboro Blvd. was broken into and a bag containing a driver’s license, debit card and Social Security card were stolen.

Jan. 6 A home at 957 SW 15 St. was broken into. Three men live at the home. One man reported that $200, an iPod and a laptop computer were stolen from him. Another man reported that $310 was stolen from him. A third man reported that his drawers were rifled through but nothing was stolen.

Jan. 6 A man was arrested and charged with a narcotics felony at 286 SW 1 Terr. He was found to be in possession of cocaine.

DEERFIELD – District 4

Dec. 27 Grand theft was reported on Jefferson Drive in Deer Creek. Victim advised that unknown suspect(s) removed her iPad from her residence while a technician was installing cable within her residence. She stated that the iPad was on the table next to her TV, where the work was being done. She discovered that it was missing when she returned home to inspect the work. Loss: $900. Tracking was attempted but device was turned off.

Dec. 30 Burglary to a business took place at Papa John’s at 3869 W. Hillsboro Blvd. General Manager came in at approximately 8:20 a.m. to open up the store and discovered a burglary to the business. Unknown suspect pried open the rear door and targeted the safe, which was cut into with an unknown type tool. Total loss: $1,619 was reported stolen. Crime scene was processed, with latent fingerprints lifted and photos taken. Video was available but needed to be downloaded.

• Remember, if you see anything suspicious, call 911 immediately.

LIGHTHOUSE POINT

Jan. 2 A woman reported that her car was broken into at 3128 N. Federal Hwy. The driver’s side window was removed. A bottle of perfume, two gift cards and $10 in loose change was stolen. A man working construction nearby said he saw a man reach into the car and then flee.

Jan.2 A woman reported that a man entered her office in the staff area of the First International Title store at 2034 NE 36 St. The woman said the man was holding her purse and had taken a leather checkbook and two gift cards.

RE: Deerfield discusses creating NEW Public Safety position

Dear Editor:

Thank you for delaying publication long enough to publish a report on the meeting to create a new Public Safety Director. [in the Jan.3 dated Observer, which delivered Jan. 4] It looks like the mayor and the city manager are behind this. Clearly they wanted as few citizens as possible to know about the meeting. They didn’t allow viewing the meeting on the Internet like they do with regular commission meetings.

This is cronyism at its worst. How can they justify a new position that we don’t need when they fired 106 people? Why do they want to give Mr. Sudler an additional $100 K [$90 K plus benefits for a full-time position] on top of the generous pension he will get?

I want to thank Commissioners Ganz and Preston for showing some common sense on this issue.

Robert Lloyd

Deerfield Beach

RE: Beach Parking stickers

Dear Editor:

My husband and I have lived in Deer Creek for about 20 years. We have purchased a beach sticker for about 10 years. We would like to know why it doubled in price this year. It is now so high, we have decided to go back to putting quarters in the meter although the sticker was more convenient.

Thank you.

Arlene Mohr

Deerfield Beach

A New Year resolution for 2013

Dear Editor:

Freedom lies with all who choose to live for God each day, but chains of bondage shackle those who choose some other way. Just listen to God’s wisdom and your heart and be good to yourself and others.

Let us pray for the New Year 2013 – for the world around to be better and safe for all the families and children, a place without murder, raping, abusing and shooting.

Donna Marie Tilligkeit

Pompano Beach

How Israel approaches the right to bear arms

Dear Editor:

Israel did not want to get involved in the discussion as the National Rifle Association (NRA) did not tell the truth in their speech. I want to write you the facts. The NRA did not tell you the following as stated by the Israeli government. a) Israel has much stronger gun regulations than the USA.

In fact, they have the highest rejection rate for gun permits: 40 percent. b) Israel has the lowest rate of gun ownership and the lowest rate of violence in the developed world. c) Gun permits are only given to special people and they have to be renewed every year. (Only Israel and Switzerland have that rule.) d) It isn’t true that Israel had a great deal of school shootings, and it wasn’t armed guards that stopped killings but as stated by Israeli government- anti- terror policy is what they used to combat terrorism, which is not the same as school shootings. e) Israel understands the NRA is close to or mainly involved with the Republican Party and don’t believe “they should be used” when the facts presented weren’t true. f) Israel doesn’t believe in citizens arming themselves, except for a small number with good reasons to do so.

Marty Weisberg

Coral Springs

NE Focal Point seeks volunteers Volunteers needed in Thrift Shop, pre-school or Senior Center. Hours flexible – volunteer 1 hour or 20 hours Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 954- 480-4447 for info. NE Focal Point is located at 227 NW 2 St., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441.

Family Hayride & Campfire

Friday, Jan. 11 – 7:30 to 9 p.m

Quiet Waters Park 401 S Powerline Rd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Fee-$3.50/person ages 3+ (includes 1 hayride, 1 bag of s’more fixings). Pre-registration/payment required at park office. Visit broward.org/parks/things to do or call 954-357-5100. Note: Gate fee applies – $1.50 per person (children 5 & under free).

Beach Grille Grand Opening

Friday, Jan. 11 – 5 to 7 p.m.

3414 E Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach, FL 33062

FREE. Samples of Funnel Fries, authentic Philly Cheesestakes. Light refreshments served. Ribbon cutting at 5:45 p.m.

Pompano Beach Garden Club meets

Monday, Jan. 14 – 12:30 p.m.

Emma Lou Olson Civic Center 1801 NE 6 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Open to the public. The program “Planting for Song Birds” will be presented by Ann Wiley, member of Audabon Society. Refreshments served. 954-943-0029.

Coney Island Baby

Tuesday, Jan. 15 – 7 p.m.

Herb Skolnick Community Center 800 SW 36 Ave., Pompano Beach, FL 33069

Husband and wife duo create a nostalgic performance for Baby Boomers. Tickets: $12. For information, call 954-786-4590.

Knee pain seminar

Tuesday, Jan. 15 – 4 to 5 p.m.

Broward Health North, Conf. Ctr. 201 E Sample Rd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33064

Join Dr. Paul Meli for discussion about knee pain and learn treatment options. 954-759-7400. www.Broward Health.org/events.

Zonta meets

Tuesday, Jan. 15 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. (networking), noon (lunch)

Deerfield Beach Country Club 50 Fairway Dr., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Meetings held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Guest speaker: Christine King, president of Best Fit Inc., honored most recently for her community service in Delray Beach. Please RSVP to Sandy Manning at 561-392- 2223 for reservations.

Relay For Life Fiesta

Tuesday, Jan. 15 5:30 p.m. until close

Baja Café 1310 S. Federal Hwy. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Food, raffles. 15 percent of proceeds from food benefits Relay For Life. 954-426- 4394.

History at High Noon

Wednesday, Jan. 16, noon

Old Schoolhouse 232 NE 2 St., Deerfield Beach FL 33441

David Eller will talk about the history of Deerfield from the perspective of someone whose family has lived in the area since 1923. Bring bag lunch. Cookies and beverage provided. 954-254-8937.

Sound of Music

Wednesday, Jan. 16 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

Cinemark 3200 Airport Rd., Boca Raton, FL 33431

Digitally-restored classic. To be played on the big screen! Call for info. 561-395-4695.

The Newman Singers concert

Thursday, Jan. 17 – 7 p.m.

Zion Lutheran Church & School 959 SE 6 Ave., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Contemporary liturgical & inspirational music. Freewill offering will be collected. 954-421-3146. www.zion-lutheran.org.

The woman had just been through an unexpected emergency heart procedure. The doctor was able to do what needed to be done but her blood pressure was now going back and forth from being dangerously low to dangerously high and back again.

I was called by the family, one of whom I know quite well. They were in need of some spiritual support, of a listening presence. After being greeted by the family in the surgical waiting room and giving hugs all around, I went in to see the matriarch of the family.

I had never met her before, but she had heard about me from one of her children. She was in some obvious discomfort, perhaps more from the fact that she could not sit up for several hours or, perhaps from actual pain, although the morphine she was getting had probably taken a good deal of the edge off of that. And, of course, there was the emotional and spiritual pain she was dealing with.

During my relatively short time with her she opened up about many things and, yes, we kibitzed a bit because laughter is good medicine.

Our visit was coming to an end and I usually save the recitation of a healing prayer for the end of such visits. Now that I knew some of what this woman had been through, I could personalize the prayer, I could create a prayer that would have more meaning to her. But, I also wanted to add her to my mishaberach list, the list of people to include in the prayer for healing that we recite at temple. And so I asked for her Hebrew name, which she gave me.

I held her hand for a moment and gave her a soft and gentle kiss on the keppe (the head). As I was washing up (per Universal Precautions), she asked if I could also make a mishaberach for her granddaughter. I asked her what was wrong and she told me that her grandchild was just diagnosed with cancer and would be starting chemo.

I added her Hebrew name to the list for prayer and again bid the woman adieu. But she had another request. “Rabbi, could you also say a mishaberach for my son?” It winds up that her son lives up north and his house had been destroyed in the hurricane; on top of that, he had lost his job. Oy! And, believe it or not, she quickly added, “Oh Rabbi, one more thing” and I said, “You’re kidding me right?” But she wasn’t kidding; she needed her husband added to the list as he was dealing with prostate issues.

She asked me if she was being a pain, and I said, “Not at all” and I added, “In fact, I’m going to make it real easy, when I am at temple and we come to the healing prayer, I am just going to use your last name and say one for your entire family all at once and the same time.” This gave her a good laugh in the midst of her concern.

This woman is outer- focused. She is more concerned with her family’s issues then she is with her own; yet, she is bright enough to know that, in order to be there for them, she will need to take better care of herself.

May we all be blessed with such wisdom!

Shalom my friends,

Rabbi Craig H. Ezring

Rabbi Ezring is a member of the National Association of Jewish Chaplains and of the Association of Professional Chaplains, He works professionally in this capacity with a number of healthcare facilities in the area, and with hospice. He is the Spiritual Leader of Temple Beth Israel of Deerfield Beach.

By Gary Curreri

George Deeb couldn’t have asked for anything better.

Four of the top 50-over softball teams in South Florida came together for competition, camaraderie and charity, and, in the end, everyone was a winner.

“It is fabulously rewarding,” said Deeb, 72, of Ft. Lauderdale, who coordinated the inaugural South Florida Senior Invitational Softball Tournament benefiting Toys for Tots at 4- Fields Complex in Pompano recently.

“The guys in our club are very generous and many of them are fathers and grandfathers and I think most of them expressed a great deal of joy that we were participating,” said Deeb, who plays with the host team, South Florida Senior Softball Association. “The minute we said it was going to be Toys for Tots, they were really excited.”

The four teams that took part in the one-day tournament included the Cushing Softball League team, based at South County Regional Park in Boca Raton; the Latinos, an all-star team with players from The Royal Palm Senior League and West Palm Beach Senior League; Old School Softball, sponsored by Steve Levin Financial Services and is top-level tournament travel team with players from the Tri- County area.

In the semifinals, Steve Levin Financial defeated the Latinos, 19-10, while Cushing Softball League downed the host South Florida Senior Softball Association squad, 16-13, to advance to the title game. Steve Levin Financial prevailed in the championship game with a comefrom- behind 16-14 win over the Cushing All-Stars.

“It worked out perfectly,” Deeb added. “There was no goal. Everybody who participated had to bring a toy. If there were 12 guys on a team, we hoped to get at least 48 toys to come. We filled up a van full. It is unbelievable. It was not just ordinary gifts either. There were a lot of very unique expensive items. A couple of the men in the club are Marines and they are going to bring them to the Marines for distribution.”

Deeb said the event will continue and the winning team earns a trophy that they will hold for a year. He said, more than that, the seniors enjoy playing at a high level.

“I have a double hip replacement and I am out here playing ball every day at 72,” Deeb said. “There are guys out here with knee replacements, c’mon. It’s a delight. These are the best 50 year-olds in South Florida.”

“It is very competitive,” added Deeb, who said they may add a 60s division next year with four additional teams. “A lot of these guys are tournament players. They play in Las Vegas, Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia. They are very active players. We asked the very best teams to play. It’s our first year and we wanted to go slow.”

By Dave Montalbano

AdventuresOfCinemaDave.com

In last year’s Flicks column, the Amazing Randi accurately predicted that the Mayan prediction was wrong and the world did not end in 2012.

Given that idle hands are the devil’s workshop, the 84-year-old magician has been producing his documentary, An Honest Liar, which is in its final phase of production in Broward County and will feature interviews with Bill Nye the Science Guy, Penn Jillette and Alice Cooper.

Given recent doomsday scenarios and fiscal cliffs, Edge of Salvation seems to be a timely independent movie. Director Luciano Saber will host the South Florida premier at Muvico Broward 18 on Sunday, Jan. 13 with cast members expected to attend the special screening.

It will be business as usual for corporate Hollywood this year as X Men, Die Hard, Scary Movie and Paranormal Activity can add the number “5” to their sequels. Only The Lone Ranger and Guillermo del Toro’s Pacific Rim present any originality for 2013.

Sadly, it will be in early 2013 that we will be seeing some of the best movies of 2012 as Oscar season begins. Many will be surprised by the omissions from my list (Les Misérables, Zero Dark Thirty); there was not enough time to screen them all.

The Best of 2012

Skyfall

A Royal Affair

Robot & Frank

The Avengers

Prometheus

ParaNorman

Lincoln

The Life of Pi

The Dark Knight Rises

Cabin in the Woods

Honorable Mention

Queen of Versailles

Men in Black 3

The Hunger Games

The Haunting of Whaley House

Follow Me, the Yoni Netanyahu Story

The Expendables 2

Deadfall

Dark Amazon

Arbitrage

The Amazing Spider-Man

Since 1999, it has been my pleasure to remain the longest standing film columnist in Broward County. Thank you, Dear Reader, for sharing my Adventures in the Florida Motion Picture World. With Megacon, PBIFF, Spooky Empire and FLIFF on the horizon, I predict more adventures for 2013.

DEERFIELD BEACH

Dec. 23 A woman was locking up the Dollar Tree at 1345 S. Military Trail when a man came up to her. The man grabbed the store deposit bag from her and fled into a waiting car. The deposit bag contained $3,912.

Dec. 23 A man was arrested and charged with burglary of a residence at 560 SE 2 Ave. The man entered the apartment through a window. The victim returned home and saw the man in the home with a laptop in his hand. The man dove out the window and the victim chased the man and tackled him. The victim and a neighbor held the man until law enforcement arrived.

Dec. 24 A man reported that two men attempted to open a window to his home at 290 SW 2 St. The victim confronted the two men with a handgun. One of the men attempting to break into the home had a BB gun, which he dropped. Both suspects fled. The BB gun and the man’s handgun were entered into evidence.

Dec. 25 A woman hired King Moving & Storage to assist her in moving to her home in Coconut Creek. She had placed an engagement ring valued at $2,000 in a jewelry box. After the movers had been in her home, she discovered the ring missing. Incident was reported at 92 Centennial Court.

Dec. 25 A man was arrested and charged with stealing an automobile. The victim flagged a deputy and the car was followed to Delray Beach. Driver exited at I-95 and Atlantic Boulevard and crashed into a business. The man was taken to North Broward Medical Center for clearance. Incident was reported at 900 SW 10 St.

Dec. 26 A woman reported that her car parked in the Walgreens parking lot at 20 SW 12 Ave. was entered and her purse was stolen.

Dec. 26 An individual cut the fence at the Infratech Compound at 790 NE 48 St. and stole a generator and tools from two company trucks. The loss was estimated at $2,220.

Dec. 26 A man was arrested and charged with a felony possession of narcotics at 500 SW 3 Ave.

DEERFIELD – District 4

Dec. 21 Grand theft was reported on Deer Creek Road in Deer Creek. Complainant reported that between 5:40 p.m. on Dec. 20 and 8:45 a.m. on Dec. 21, unknown person(s) stole all the rims and tires valued at $2,000 from her 2011 Nissan Altima parked at this location. Vehicle was processed and the area was canvassed.

Dec. 21 Auto theft was reported at 4100 N. Powerline Rd. at 4:18 p.m. Complainant stated that he received a call from the Ft. Lauderdale Police regarding a company truck that had been recovered by them at 2:17 a.m. at 24 Avenue and W. Sunrise Boulevard. Complainant said he parked his vehicle at 4100 N. Powerline Rd. Review of the surveillance video showed two suspects in a dark color Grand Prix arriving at approximately 9:42 p.m. on Dec. 20 and taking the vehicle. Vehicle had been towed by Ft. Lauderdale PD to West way yard in Lauderdale Lakes.

Dec. 24 Conveyance burglary occurred on SW 15 Street – Meadow Lakes / Meadowridge. Victim advised that at approximately 11 a.m. she parked her car (White 2002 BMW) in the parking lot. Her white 4S IPhone (valued at $300) was on top of the center console at that time. When she returned at approximately 11:45 a.m., her phone was missing. Victim advised that her husband left the car doors unlocked.

Dec. 24 Armed robbery took place at the Sprint Store at 2301 W. Sample Rd. After the store closed and the last customer left, Suspect No.1 knocked incessantly. Employee No. 1 cracked open the door to advise the person to come back tomorrow when Suspect No.2 burst in, brandishing what appeared to be a TEC9.

Beach sticker

Dear Editor:

Twelve years ago I purchased a home in the Deer Creek section of Deerfield Beach.

Each year since that time, I’ve purchased a beach sticker – which went up from $35 to $50 to $100.

Even though the number of times I visit the beach would never cost me $100 if I were feeding the meters, I chose to pay for a sticker so I wouldn’t have to hunt for quarters; plus, I felt I was helping to pay for the beach beautification. This year, I was told I can’t buy a sticker since my auto registration and license are registered in Indiana, where I continue to be homesteaded. This hasn’t changed in the past 12 years.

Since I pay property tax and utilities, I feel the more apt criteria would be proof of ownership.

While I was at the courthouse [City Hall], others were also being turned away. I really feel that Deerfield is now costing itself money.

I’d appreciate some feedback from the city manager on this issue.

Thanks,

Pete Troost

Deerfield Beach

Kudos to Pier Project

Dear Editor:

As a former resident (52 years) I do not miss the traffic or the hot weather. However, after visiting last week and walking on the new pier complex, all I can say is WOW!!!! Very nice, especially the night lighting and the paver walk to the north.

Gary Lawrence “Go Bucks”

Morganton, GA

The passing of Bill McBride

Dear Editor:

On [Dec. 22] our state [of Florida] lost Bill McBride, a true champion of the middle class and public education. Although Bill’s passing will leave a hole in our hearts, his lifelong commitment to public service will leave a lasting impact on our community and state.

Bill McBride was a mentor and friend. Anyone lucky enough to have known him will miss his incredible smile, kind heart and warm spirit.

My thoughts and prayers are with his wife Alex [Sink], his children Bert and Lexi, and the entire McBride family.

Alan Clendenin

Tampa

Editor’s note: McBride, 67, was candidate for governor of Florida in 2002. He defeated Janet Reno for the Democratic party nomination but lost to Republican Governor Jeb Bush.

Remembering Senator Inouye

Dear Editor:

Sen. Daniel Inouye [U.S. Senator, Hawaii] served 50 years in the Senate, was a war hero, lost an arm in WWII, and was awarded the purple heart for bravery.

Sen. Inouye was friends with Sen. Bob Dole. They were in the same hospital and were close even though they were from different political parties.

When the Japanese attacked, Sen. Inouye volunteered to serve in battle, a Japanese American who fought with other brave Japanese Americans.

After the war, Sen. Inoye, wearing an Army uniform, went into a barbershop in the U.S. and the barber stated, “Where are you from?” Sen. Inouye told him he was a Japanese American. The barber said, “We don’t serve Japs.”

Inouye wanted to hit him, but had respect because he was wearing an Army uniform. Almost all Japanese and Black Americans who served during WWII received the same bigoted treatment. Can you believe how they must have felt?

Sen. Inouye, may you rest peace.

Marty Weisberg

Coral Springs

P.S. President Obama and Sen. Harry Reid attended the memorial service for Sen. Inouye in Honolulu.