Opinion Articles
Antisemitism in China is not accidental, or marginal
Israel must be firm in its rejection of China’s official denials that it has become a breeding ground of antisemitism.
Democracy
Democracy
How Israeli leaders ignore accountability, hold contempt for citizens
Bereaved Israeli families are demanding answers, but their political leaders look the other way.
Identity and Education
Identity and Education
Let’s talk about God: Why studying religion helps understand conflict
Without employing critical historical perspectives to explore the role of religion and the construction of God, we cannot hope to fully grasp the complex interfaith dynamics at play in the world.
Geopolitics
Geopolitics
Trump’s outlandish Gaza plan may spare Middle East from past mistakes
The Arab world has no real interest in the people of Gaza, so while Trump’s idea is radical, it should not be dismissed as unrealistic.
Religion and State
Religion and State
Who was Rabbi Abraham Isaac Kook?
Did Rav Kook promote an inclusive, moderate religious Zionism or was he the conservative Haredi nationalist father of the extreme right? The answer is far from simple
Middle East
Middle East
‘I Can’t Breathe!’ From George Floyd to Gadi Moses
The images from the hostage release should shock the conscience of everyone who resists oppression, inequality, and racism around the world.
Geopolitics
Geopolitics
The Hamas prisoner release is a justification for death penalty for terrorists
A death penalty for terrorists won't eliminate terrorism, or even hostage-taking to free other, less wicked, prisoners - but it will minimize the pain of impacted Israelis.
Geopolitics
Geopolitics
The clear and urgent need for Evangelical trips to Israel
By working with pro-Israel Jewish groups on campuses, this initiative could amplify efforts to defend Israel, counter misinformation, and build a united front for the future.