Additional Publications

Antisemitism

Should We Be Surprised by Right-Wing Antisemitic Conspiracy Theories?

We should not be surprised that conspiratorial antisemitism has reemerged in the current circumstances. But there is a deep reason that ties it specifically to the right.
Antisemitism
Thin Constitution

Independence Day and the new reality

The existential security of Jews in the Jewish state has been shaken in these last few years. But it has also become clear that our younger generation is prepared to do whatever is required, at immense personal sacrifice, to restore it.
Thin Constitution
Geopolitics

Iran war is huge success for Israel – but it is not a victory, yet

For too long, Israelis were sold on the wrong expectation. Politicians deceived the public into believing that everything could be achieved quickly and decisively through military force alone.
Geopolitics
Democracy

Israeli Liberals Must Understand: The Courts Will Not Save Democracy

American history shows that reliance on courts as engines of liberal reform is problematic both in terms of norms and strategy. Israel should take note.
Democracy
Religion and State

The real life or death matter: The struggle between religious and civil judiciaries

This declaration of war is not over any concrete dispute. Its purpose is to undermine the legitimacy of a parallel state judicial institution – to challenge its composition, authority, and decisions.
Religion and State
Geopolitics

Why did the Houthis wait out the war until now?

They bided their time for a month to launch projectiles toward Israel. Unlike Hezbollah, they do not regard themselves as subordinate to Tehran, militarily or religiously.
Geopolitics
Democracy

Palm Sunday Ban Triggers Church Outrage

When freedom of worship is not upheld—especially for minorities—even when doing so clearly serves the state’s own interests, something is profoundly wrong.
Democracy
Antisemitism

An antisemite could be France’s next president

France’s municipal elections preview a 2027 showdown as the center weakens, the far right advances and Jean-Luc Mélenchon’s radical left gains ground; alliances with his anti-Israel movement further normalize political antisemitism
Antisemitism
Identity and Education

What Do We Tell Our Children About This War?

The questions our children ask us may seem simple. But the answers they require are not purely strategic or political. They are, at their core, theological.
Identity and Education