Episode 170 - The "Paths of the Righteous" Author: A Conversation with Ari Mittleman

<p><strong>ABOUT THIS EPISODE</strong></p> <p>Ari Mittleman is an experienced consultant and now author, working at the nexus of politics, policy-making and the press in Washington, D.C. From his beginnings in Pennsylvania, Ari has served on political campaigns in the U.S., and immersed himself deeply in Jewish and policy outreach to countries around the world. As a native Pennsylvanian actively involved in the Jewish community, the tragedy in Pittsburgh deeply affected him.</p> <p>Inspired to share the stories of people he has known through his travels, Ari’s book, “Paths of the Righteous,” shines a light on eight non-Jewish individuals who have given of themselves to positively impact the Jewish community. A new father, Ari lives in Pikesville, Maryland, with his wife and daughter.</p> <p>--------------------</p> <p><strong>EPISODE TIME STAMPS</strong></p> <p>3:11  Ari’s background – growing up in Allentown, PA</p> <p>6:07  Family background and academic surroundings</p> <p>8:27  Ari’s roots in community service; college years at George Washington Univ.</p> <p>13:34  Getting involved in political campaigning</p> <p>14:07  Formative Jewish experiences and a trip to Ukraine</p> <p>19:36  Hitting the presidential campaign trail, then on to Croatia and Serbia</p> <p>28:55  Ari meets his future wife, becomes a political consultant</p> <p>37:03  The decision to write a book, and highlights of some of the characters profiled</p> <p>46:07  Focusing on the future</p> <p>48:04  Resources</p> <p><strong>CONNECT WITH Ari Mittleman</strong></p> <p>For more information about Ari Mittleman, visit his website at: <a href="https://www.ksadvocacy.com/">Keystone Strategy + Advocacy</a></p> <p>“<strong>Paths of the Righteous. Stories of Heroism, Humanity and Hope</strong>” is available at <a href= "https://gefenpublishing.com/product.asp?productid=3061">Gefen Publishing</a>, or from <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Paths-Righteous-Stories-Heroism-Humanity/dp/9657023734"> Amazon</a>.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong>ABOUT T