Dear Editor@Matzav,
I am sickened beyond words.
I live in Lakewood, NJ. And I am disgusted by the recent advertising of “Super Bowl specials” by local frum stores in our community.
It is profoundly troubling to witness businesses promoting something that goes against our hashkafah and they’re not embarrassed to do so.
The Super Bowl, with its associated culture of excess and immodesty, stands in stark contrast to the hashkafos we strive to uphold.

Dear Editor@Matzav,
In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it’s easy to become consumed by our routines and overlook the pain and suffering experienced by Acheinu Bnei Yisroel.
The plight of the hostages in Gaza and the soldiers bravely fighting against the Hamas terrorists gives me no rest.
Which is why it bothers me that it feels as though we’ve collectively allowed ourselves to become desensitized to the human toll of the current conflict.
It’s time for us to stop and be nosei b’ol, to bear the burden of the pain of our brothers and sisters in Eretz Yisroel.
They are Acheinu Bnei Yisroel, children of Hashem like we are.

Dear Editor,
I have been following the discussions surrounding the upcoming election for Avi Schnall, in accordance with the rabbonim‘s endorsement, and of course I fully intend to cast my vote accordingly, following the rabbonim‘s directives.
However, as a concerned parent, I would like to make a statement to the educational institutions and to the askanim behind this campaign:
I am seeking a commitment from the mosdos and these askanim that, should tuition relief be granted by the state (although I am somewhat skeptical about that possibility), they will not immediately respond by raising tuition, thereby placing an additional burden on us parents.

Dear Editor @Matzav.com,
I write this letter with a sense of deep frustration, disappointment, and even anger over the recent school scheduling debacle that has plagued our mosdos. While I cannot speak to the situation in the NY school system, as I don’t live there, I can certainly attest to the absolute chaos that unfolded here in New Jersey due to a nearly four-week gap between the start dates of boys’ and girls’ schools, along with the inexplicable “soft openings” – another disgrace – for boys. Such a course of action is nothing short of abhorrent and utterly unacceptable.

Dear Editor@Matzav.com,
I am writing today to complain of the absolutely unacceptable service received at the US Embassy in Jerusalem yesterday, July 12, 2023. Whenever I have come to the Embassy in the past, I have received high quality and efficient service. This time, however, I am appalled and wonder how such service could be provided to US Citizens.

Dear Editor,
The profound detachment of Yidden from the reality around them due to their fixation on their phones and WhatsApp statuses is a churban.
It seems as though our attention – the frum world’s attention – has been hijacked by a relentless stream of notifications and status updates. It is not uncommon to observe people walking in shul, or at chasunos, or in the supermarket with their eyes glued to their screens, oblivious to what’s around them, or individuals engrossed in conversations with their devices while real-life conversations fade into the background. Our ability to be present and engage with the world is being compromised by the “allure” of the shtus-filled digital realm. It’s a chaval.

Dear Editor@Matzav.com,
I am writing to express my concern regarding a trend that I believe warrants discussion and reflection within our community. Specifically, I have noticed a growing number of individuals within the frum community who utilize non-Jewish music as background accompaniment to their social media posts, statuses, and Instagram stories.
We have a responsibility to uphold a certain standard. Having such music on frum social media pages is a disgrace! What a chillul Hashem!
Using non-Jewish music as a backdrop to your social media presence goes against everything we stand for.

Dear Editor@Matzav,
I saw your stories and pictures and videos from the Adirei HaTorah and really enjoyed them all.
However, I feel compelled to share the following:
I’m a plain stupid Joe. I work at my job from 9 to 5. I’m off on Sundays and legal holidays and I have to negotiate and trade for Chol Hamoed days. They’re pretty gracious about Yom Tov, but Erev Yom Tov is a full work day.
I get up at 5 each morning, learn from 5:30 till 7, at which time Shacharis begins. I’m at the office at 9:00.

Dear Editor@Matzav,
With the upcoming Adirei Hatorah event this Sunday, I believe it is essential to discuss a matter that concerns the etiquette, hashkafah and atmosphere of such gatherings.
In recent years, I have noticed a growing trend at various Torah events where people have started clapping after speeches to express their appreciation or admiration.
This has to stop.
I would like to draw attention to the inappropriateness of this gesture at a Torah gathering of gedolim and bnei Torah, such as the one we are eagerly anticipating this Sunday.

Dear Editor@Matzav,
I am writing to express my deep frustration with bosses who consistently refuse to provide raises, despite the rising cost of living. It is disheartening to witness this disregard for the financial well-being of hardworking individuals who are struggling to earn a parnassah.