Opinion Articles

Embarrassed, isolated, still loyal: The dilemma of young American Zionists

For many US Jews, October 7 brought a stronger sense of identity and a deeper bond with Israel; now, that bond is clouded by growing embarrassment
Embarrassed, isolated, still loyal: The dilemma of young American Zionists
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Geopolitics

Netanyahu cannot risk losing America’s affection

The US is the only great power we can count on – in every aspect of our national security.
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Do we deserve our IDF soldiers?

Before we call them up for further combat service, we must act to restore Israelis’ trust in the state’s leadership.
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Geopolitics

Moderate Israelis Need Moderate Leaders – Not Messiahs

Israeli leadership and the general public must choose a moderate political path that takes into account Israel’s security interest and image in the world
Geopolitics
Antisemitism

How Palestine Hijacked the U.S. Civil Rights Movement

A new generation of progressives has stumbled on old Soviet antisemitic propaganda
Antisemitism
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When the war in Gaza stops, the political war in Israel will begin

Israel is heading into a complicated period that will test this country in new ways. A ceasefire might end the high-intensity offensive in Gaza, but for some, the real battle is just beginning.
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Opinion: Netanyahu is not Sinwar but must go home

If Netanyahu announces a retirement date shortly, his words and military decisions will no longer be perceived as so political.
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Antisemitism

Urgent need to combat wide spread of antisemitism in the United States

As events since October 7 demonstrate, too many people lack historical perspective, digital literacy, and critical thinking skills.
Antisemitism
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Israel cannot afford to stop the war in Gaza

Israel’s national security is based on deterrence, advance warning, and decisive victory. On October 7, the warning system failed. If we stop the war now, it would mean giving up on decisive victory.
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Containing Hamas is a bad but legitimate strategy

The commission of inquiry will stay away from dealing with the politically disputed issue even though it is critical to understanding the default.
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