The op-ed editor of The Jerusalem Post shares the realities of journalism and being an Israeli, Jewish journalist during a war. The author discusses their recent tour of North American cities, where they spoke about the situation in Israel and listened to the challenges faced by Jewish communities in the Diaspora. They highlight the ongoing stress and trauma of war in Israel, as well as the experiences of their audiences, including firebombings and security measures at synagogues. The author also addresses controversies in Israel, such as the length of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's tenure and allegations of aide involvement with Qatar. They conclude by sharing a positive encounter at an airport shop, where a cashier stood up to a man making anti-Israel remarks.