Craig Considine

It was an honor to attend the inauguration of the historic Abrahamic Family House in Abu Dhabi. A mosque, church, & synagogue side-by-side, sharing the same space. It was an incredible environment filled w/ inspiring bridge builders & peacemakers. We are building a better world.

@PourrBaba @Omniforce_013 Clueless.

@CraigCons @Omniforce_013 And we also know that part of why you changed tack was that you'd started losing real opportunities in your original world.

@CraigCons, "religious freedom" as long as it's Islam. Dumbass.

Behold the majestic Hassan II Mosque rising over the Atlantic Ocean in Casablanca. A breathtaking Moroccan masterpiece.

@SenSanders It is difficult to take this condemnation at face value when your office has consistently supported/defended the pro-Hamas crowd in 🇺🇸 that many in the Jewish community have identified as a direct threat. Accountability starts at home.

We should all be outraged by the recent attack on the synagogue in West Bloomfield, Michigan. This is part of a growing tide of antisemitism in our country. As Americans, we must stand together and fight antisemitism, Islamophobia and all forms of racism and bigotry.

@RepAOC This is what we call “Damage Control.”

I'm devastated by the antisemitic attack at one of our nation's largest reform synagogues. My heart is with the entire Temple Israel congregation. Antisemitism has no place in our country. We owe it to our Jewish siblings to stamp it out and ensure they can worship without fear.

Desert dunes and new friends. Morocco is onto something—nothing settles a centuries-old debate quite like a Sahara sunset and a bit of “Abrahamic” hospitality. Turns out, solving the world’s problems is a lot easier when you are 5,000 miles away from a laptop.

I traded wheels for camel steps into the vast Sahara. As the sun set, Gnawa music took over. Unforgettable.

I visited Fez’s Ibn Danan Synagogue, a 17th-century treasure in Morocco’s historic Jewish quarter. Built by merchant Mimoun Ben Sidan for the Danan rabbinical family (exiles from Spain in 1492), it has been restored and preserved multiple times, most recently through partnerships with the Moroccan government (Ministry of Culture). It is a reminder of Morocco’s unique commitment to Jewish heritage, especially when such synagogues are rare or absent across North Africa and the Arab world.

I explored Fez’s ancient Jewish Cemetery in the Mellah quarter (founded 1438). This hillside haven has 22,000 white tombs inscribed in Hebrew or French. Morocco’s Jews trace back 2,000+ years from the First Temple’s destruction, persisting through eras despite challenges. I visited Rabbi Yehuda Ben Attar’s grave. He was a 17th-18th century chief rabbi famed for his miraculous lion survival via prayer amid a sultan’s ransom. I lit a candle in his honor. A timeless echo of resilience and faith amid the graves.

Standing at the University of al-Quaraouiyine in Fez, I was reminded that the pursuit of knowledge has always been a bridge between our worlds. It was humbling to walk the same grounds where the great Jewish philosopher and physician Maimonides studied and practiced, finding a home for his brilliance within Fez’s walls. This is also the same location that nurtured the mind of Ibn Khaldun, whose insights into sociology and human civilization continue to guide us today.

The University of Al Quaraouiyine - the world’s oldest continuously operating university, founded in Fez by Fatima al-Fihri in 859 AD - stands as a 1,160-year beacon of knowledge from the Islamic Golden Age. I have long discussed and woven this historic site into my research. Standing in its courtyard, I delivered a short speech on the timeless power of knowledge.

The difference between being a visitor and a guest in Fez lies in who walks beside you. I navigated the alleys of the city with Ahmed, a man whose influence is felt before he speaks. He knows the history of the walls and seems to hold the keys to the doors behind them.

In the ancient medina of Fez, I stepped into the Todgha rug market, nestled in a glorious former palace. Here, vibrant Berber rugs explode with color as skilled artisans unfurl centuries-old geometric masterpieces. This women’s cooperative ensures fair wages go directly to the weavers, preserving traditions passed from mother to daughter while sustaining families—one stunning rug at a time. It is absolutely worth visiting, if you can find it while navigating the maze of the medina’s 9,000 twisting alleys!

Fez’s ancient medina still has me captivated, even days later. Its narrows alleys are alive with energy - merchants calling out, donkeys weaving through scented paths, and craftsmen creating right in front of you like they have done for centuries. The timeless vibes of Moroccan culture definitely sunk in. Who else has wandered these streets? 🇲🇦

Pausing the Morocco travel updates for a moment to share some local perspective and a Moroccan angle on yesterday’s developments in Iran.

This is Fez el-Bali (“Old Fez”). Endless terracotta roofs, soaring minarets, and 9,000 twisting alleys pulsing with ancient history. It is overwhelming in the best way. 🇲🇦 ⭐️

On my way from Rabat to Fez, I stepped into Volubilis - the ancient Roman city frozen in time at the edge of the empire. It has been a true privilege to walk through Morocco’s layered past.

I stood on Rabat’s Atlantic shores at the Kasbah of the Udayas, a 12th-century citadel that once launched raids toward Andalusia. Being in Morocco has been a blend of warmth, history, and wonder. Every corner feels alive with stories waiting to be discovered.

Rabat’s Yacoub al-Mansour Esplanade is captivating. The towering, unfinished Hassan minaret from the Almohad era stands as a reminder of grand ambitions, while the Mausoleum of Mohammed V next door draws you in with its beautiful golden dome. A timeless spot that captures Morocco’s rich history. My next stop - Fez. 🇲🇦

I had the opportunity to visit Chellah. It reveals Morocco’s layered history in one site. Here you can visit the Roman ruins of Sala Colonia, a Marinid madrasa and mosque (14th century), scenic charm, beautiful tilework, and royal tombs. A must see.