The Jewish background is not that far from the black groove. Blacks are downtrodden, Jews are downtrodden, therefore they have something in common in that affliction. Being downtrodden often makes one more empathetic and sympathetic.
“Choosing my favorite moment in journalism would be like picking a favorite among my children. I can't pick one favorite.”
“So see every opportunity as golden, and keep your eyes on the prize - yours, not anybody else's.”