Supporting One’s Friends by Ari Bussel I often highlight the courage and true friendship of the Consul General of Azerbaijan in Los Angeles. It was a very contentious time for Israel, and I was invited for a celebration of the Azeri Independence Day. The Consul General, without any hesitation or fear, highlighted Azerbaijan’s close cooperation with Israel, mentioning Israel by name. The Consul General gained my eternal gratitude, for everyone else was afraid to even mention the name “Israel” lest they be accused of (or catch) something bad. It was the most politically incorrect thing to do, and the Consul...