
Organized by Subject:
- I Our Time, Place & Role in the World
- II Our Heritage: Eretz Yisrael
- III American Jews
- IV Our Relations With Others
- V "Middle East Peace"

American supporters of Israel must not be silent! This book debunks toxic terms and malevolent myths defaming Israel from ancient – “King David was as real as King Arthur” – through modern – “Israelis are white Europeans oppressing Palestinian natives” – times, enabling you to answer confidently and effectively.


About Me
Meet Author Jerome R.
Verlin A Voice for Truth
Jerome R. Verlin grew up in Philadelphia and attended public schools. He earned degrees from Washington & Lee University and the University of Pennsylvania Law School. For many years, Mr. Verlin worked as a professional developer, creating software programs for businesses
He has a deep interest in Israel and Jewish history. Mr. Verlin wrote the book “Israel 3000 Years,” which explores the long history of the Jewish people in their homeland. He also co-authored “Pressing Israel: Media Bias Exposed From A-to-Z,” which examines how media sometimes presents an unfair view of Israel.
Mr. Verlin believes in educating people about Israel and addressing misinformation. He writes a weekly email to fellow Americans to raise awareness about biased media coverage and the harmful language often used to describe Israel
About The Book
A Must-Read for U.S. Jews
& Israel Advocates
“Here & Now” is a collection of ideas from years of emails written to fellow American Jews. It aims to strengthen our connection to our Jewish identity and support for Israel, the Jewish homeland. The book tackles important topics like the harmful myths spread about Israel and the need for American Jews to stand up for their beliefs.
- Our Time, Place & Role in the World
- Our Heritage: Eretz Yisrael
- American Jews
- Our Relations With Others
- "Middle East Peace"



Why Read This Book?
Discover the Impact of
“Here & Now”
“Here & Now” offers a unique perspective on the challenges facing American Jews today. Written by a fellow American Jew, it provides valuable insights into the misinformation and biases that often distort our understanding of Israel and Jewish identity. This book will inspire you to strengthen your connection to your heritage and become a more informed and engaged member of the Jewish community.

What People Are Saying

In life as in football, the best offense is a great defense and also the best defense is a great defense. During this time of increasing anti-Jewish, anti-Christian, anti-American violence responses at many levels are needed. Community self-defense, both physical and verbal requires training and practice. Knowing the truth is insufficient. Jerry Verlin’s book, Here and Now: U.S. Jews and the Issues Confronting Us, provides a ready source of historical background in an easily retrieved format. It will hopefully serve as a counter to the lies and distortions all too often being passed as newsworthy.

Nephilly Sloan
27, 2024

For years Mr. Verllin has been calling out in his weekly emails the disgusting anti-Israel bias in the media and revealing the truth. His brilliant commentary is gathered in his wonderful new book Here & Now. It is a must read.

Alan H. Molod
November 30, 2024

Best to have at least fair knowledge of history to appreciate the book but it is a fantastic testament of one man’s work over many years making the case for support of Israel. Likely 5 stars for those already with fair to good knowledge of the history

Robert Slater
13, 2024

There are so few places to rely on for facts, reason, and truth about Israel. Israel is the country that is surrounded by military enemies in the Mideast and by propaganda minded enemies around the globe. Thank goodness for Mr. Verlin and his book Here & Now. In a mere 200+ pages, he covers a tremendous amount of history, politics, and effects of propaganda focused on that little state we know as Israel. Verlin has done much to rally opinion around the flag of truth and common sense.

Amazon Customer
23, 2024
4.7

If you know a lot about Israel, you’ll learn even more from this collection. If you aren’t too familiar with the past and present history of Israel and want to know more (in an entertaining format), check out Jerry Verlin’s book, a product of his decades of study on the subject.

Steve Kramer
13, 2024