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JPPI Study: Ben-Gurion’s Speeches Included More Religious References than Netanyahu’s
Study reveals that speeches by Israel’s first prime minister used some 20% more biblical references than Netanyahu has; Ben-Gurion also referenced more Jewish historical figures, but the current prime minister invokes personal religious faith more.
Democracy
Democracy
“The politicians will strengthen their influence over the appointment of judges”
In light of the turbulence shaking Israeli democracy, and the law altering the composition of the committee for selecting judges, Prof. Yedidia Stern, President of the Jewish People Policy Institute, was interviewed by The New York Times and offered his analysis.
Antisemitism
Antisemitism
Resisting the ‘Academic Intifada’: Prof. Gil Troy Strikes a Blow for Israel, the West, Hope
CBN News spoke recently with Troy about his new book, To Resist the Academic Intifada, on the demonization of Israel, America, and the West, not only in the Middle East but on campuses throughout the supposedly enlightened Western nations.
Israel-Diaspora Relations
Israel-Diaspora Relations
Interview: Tamar Ish Shalom Talks About Jewish Identity in an Era of Crisis
In an interview with Lahav Harkov, Ish Shalom spoke about her new podcast: The goal is to focus on in-depth processes and the lessons we can learn from this period.
Antisemitism
Antisemitism
Book Review: To Resist the Academic Intifada
At a time when the Jewish conversation revolves around ceasefires, freed hostages and a rise in antisemitism, Gil Troy has written a timeless book with some timely ideas.
Geopolitics
Geopolitics
The geopolitical situation following Hamas’s October 7 massacre – Where do we go from here?
As part of JPPI's annual assessment, Yaakov highlights three points of light: the degradation of Hamas, the mobilization of international forces, and the fact that peace agreements between Israel and moderate Arab states have held.
