1. What is the main idea of Benny Avni's commentary?

2. a) How much does the U.S. contribute to the UN "regular" budget annually?
b) How much does the U.S. pay for UN "peacekeeping" forces annually?

3. What facts does Mr. Avni point out about the UN's Human Rights Council and its condemnation of countries' human rights records? Be specific.

4.  The purpose of an editorial/commentary is to explain, persuade, warn, criticize, entertain, praise or answer. What do you think is the purpose of Benny Avni’s editorial? Explain your answer.

5. What is your reaction to the information Mr. Avni provides about the UN's Human Rights Council?