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How could you be so heartless? Unpacking Kanye’s antisemitism

Let’s be the ones who set the example in our own communities and call out antisemitism. Our words will have a ripple effect, encouraging others to do the same.

Everything you want to know about the 2022 Israeli elections

“Where we are at is simple: Netanyahu’s supporters believe that there is no future without him, and his opponents believe that there is no future with him.”

14 campaign ads that will give you a taste of the Israeli elections

Which of these parties gets your vote for best campaign messaging?

Does UC Berkeley now have ‘Jewish-free zones’?

The Jewish people are a nation and a religion. It is impossible to separate Jewish identity from our ancient roots in the Jewish homeland.

Should the Arab-Israeli Balad party be allowed to run in Israeli elections?

The Balad party rejects Israel as a Jewish and democratic state, and its founder was accused of spying for Hezbollah against Israel.

Is Ken Burns right that the U.S. was silent during the Holocaust?

Americans during the Holocaust knew what was going on, and the government’s response was still simply inadequate.

Does Israeli politician Itamar Ben-Gvir deserve a platform?

Was inviting Itamar Ben-Gvir an act of democracy or was it morally wrong to give him a platform?

125 years after Herzl: The big takeaways from the World Zionist Congress

In his opening remarks to delegates, Israeli President Isaac Herzog called for a reclamation of the word “Zionism.”

What do Israelis think about the Iran nuclear deal?

Israeli public opinion is divided into two broad camps. The first maintains the agreement is bad for Israel, and the second thinks it would buy more time for Israel.

Abbas, the Holocaust, and peace

This is not the only time Abbas has made controversial statements regarding the Holocaust.

What is Zionism? 6 different types of Zionist thinking

“From this center, the spirit of Judaism will radiate…to all the communities of the Diaspora, to inspire them with new life and to preserve the overall unity of our people.”

What is the meaning of Tisha B’Av?

The 9th of Av was historically a “terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day” for the Jews. But what are we really mourning about?

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