If I had to get a tattoo right now, what would it be and why?

It would have a strong Jewish theme; I have three already. It’s a statement against those Jew-hating jerks, that they don’t scare us, that we won’t hide like in earlier time, and that we damn sure don’t turn the other cheek.

How do you deal with uncertainty?

Not very well, I just wait for more information to come in.

What’s a thing I wish schools actually taught?

Critical thnking skills, allowing students to seriously question what they’ve been taught, as opposed to a teacher just babbling rehashed printings in antiquated books.

If you had to be an animal for a week, which one would you be and why?

The only animal I want to be is  Homo Sapiens. 

Which book have you read more than any other?

There rare several books I’ve read several times. each time I re-read a book, I see something I missed the first time.

Are you a lifelong learner?

Yes, I am. I always have a book with me, I’m a big note taker, and I’m open to more learning.

What’s a chapter of your life you’d title “The Hard Years” — and what got you through it?

I had a LOT of “hard years-” my childhood and adolescence, my holdover period in the Army, and my 11-month unemployment before working for the City. What got me through? The idea, “something better is on the way for me.”

What’s the best way to deal with negative thoughts?

Sit still, breathe deep, and they’ll go away by themselves.

What’s your top tip to be successful in life?

Pay no attention to the haters, they’ll do anything to break you down and ruin your life.

Describe your dream chocolate bar.

I always prefer Hershey’s, in all their variations.