American voters ousted Squad members Jamaal Bowman and Cori Bush due to Israel criticism, impacting their influence within the Democratic Party.
Read More »Column: Hostage Relatives to Congress: Take Us to Our Leader
Relatives of Israeli hostages testified in Washington, urging U.S. leaders to pressure Netanyahu to act swiftly to secure their release.
Read More »Column: After Frightful Friday…New Worries for the Tribe
A series of distressing events on Friday highlighted increased tensions for Jews globally: a Houthi drone attack in Tel Aviv, the sentencing of Jewish journalist Evan Gershkovich in Russia, and anti-Israel vandalism in Philadelphia.
Read More »Column: How Not to Fight Antisemitism 1
The author critiques problematic methods used in combating antisemitism, highlighting the excessive $14.5 million spent by AIPAC to unseat Jamaal Bowman, an unnecessary, divisive approach.
Read More »Column: Like Thieves in The Night? A Professor and Friends – Not Rowdy Teens – Suspected Of Pulling Off The Great Israel Sign Heist
Mariana Chilton, a Drexel University professor, faces charges for stealing pro-Israel signs. She admitted the act to police, suggesting returning the signs. Drexel placed her on administrative leave.
Read More »Column: A Catch-22 That Protects Anti-Israel Offenders at Columbia
Thirty anti-Israel protesters at Columbia University had trespassing charges dismissed due to lack of criminal history, complicating future prosecutorial efforts and sparking political controversy.
Read More »Column: More Malignant Than Any Mikado
U.S. Rep. Jamaal Bowman faces criticism for his ambiguous stance towards Israel, as he prepares for a primary challenge. Meanwhile, Britain's Labour Party pledges to recognize a Palestinian state.
Read More »Column: No Guilt or Apologies Over Arab Deaths in Hostage Rescue
An Israeli raid in Gaza rescued four hostages, causing Palestinian casualties. Some criticize Israel’s actions, while others justify it as necessary for protecting its citizens.
Read More »Column: Anti-Israel Cowards of the Campuses
The New York parade celebrating Israel saw a strong police presence deterring pro-Palestinian protesters, highlighting tensions and the different responses to civil disobedience and law enforcement crackdowns.
Read More »Column: A Simplistic Solution from Norway, Spain and Ireland
The post discusses the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, highlighting doubts about a two-state solution, historical grievances, and alternative proposals.
Read More »Column: Israel or Palestine? Pro-Arab Teachers and Professors Who Don’t Know Much About Geography…or Care
A Philadelphia teacher replaced Israel with Palestine on a map, sparking outrage and a federal civil rights complaint for alleged antisemitic acts.
Read More »Column: Biden’s Israel Vise: So Little Sense, So Much Hustling
President Biden withheld bomb delivery to Israel, influenced by political pressures and potential voter backlash, while facing criticism both domestically and internationally. Critics worry about the impact on U.S.-Israel relations and Democratic policies.
Read More »Column: GOP House Members Go on the Record: The Jews Killed Jesus
U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized antisemitism but opposed the Antisemitism Awareness Act, suggesting it could unjustly criminalize Christian beliefs.
Read More »Column: Death of a ‘Zionist’
At age 20, Khymani James made inflammatory claims about Zionists, linking Zionism with white supremacy, and threatened violence against Zionist individuals, including the author. James, facing disciplinary action at Columbia University, potentially confuses his personal confrontations with broader political ideologies. His stance surfaced during contentious campus protests, intersecting with discussions on Israel's policies and Palestinian reactions.
Read More »Column: Now The World Can See That Pro-Arab Activists Are Mashugah
Sahar Tartak, a Jewish Yale student, was attacked by a student with a Palestinian flag at an anti-Israel protest, leading to hospitalization. Protests at various universities persistently disrupt and intimidate, challenging campus policies and escalating tensions, culminating in numerous arrests and administrative actions.
Read More »Column: No Doubt That Cornel West Denies Israel’s Right to Exist
Cornel West and Melina Abdullah evade confirming Israel’s right to exist, oppose a Jewish state built on Palestinian oppression, and criticize Israeli actions, hinting at supporting Palestine’s liberation without outright denial.
Read More »Column: A United Jewish Appeal to Moderate Israel Critics is a Must
Amid escalating violence against Jews, tensions in Israel, and U.S. political strife, American Jews, U.S. citizens, and Democrats face a crisis influenced by upcoming elections.
Read More »Column: When Russia, China Chide Israel for ‘Inhumane Operation’
Russian and Chinese U.N. vetoes contrast with Israeli democracy as Nebenzia, backing a temporary Gaza cease-fire, overlooks Russia’s aggression in Ukraine and China's human rights abuses.
Read More »Column: Schumer’s Critics Ignore His Most Consequential Concerns
Chuck Schumer's speech advocating a two-state solution and early Israeli elections stirred controversy, with critics accusing him of meddling in Israeli politics. His aim: lasting Middle East peace.
Read More »Column: Primary Elections Dampen Middle East Issue as an Obstacle to Biden
‘You want my vote? You cannot kill my people in my name.’ — Terry Ahwal, Palestinian-American from Detroit suburb As of Oct. 6, I believed that President Biden would likely sweep all solidly Democratic states and most if not all the swing states, a view that was thrown into doubt …
Read More »Column: Do Not Expect a Cease-Fire in Gaza to Cease Fire
They demand a cease-fire in Manhattan, in south Holland, in London. What they do not guarantee is whether Hamas will honor a cease-fire – a cease-fire with no conditions. All this misery started with a cease-fire already in effect between Israel and Hamas, at 6:30 a.m. on Oct. 7. Then …
Read More »Column: To Save Their Jobs, House Republicans May Need to Save The World
Last week, Rep. Fitzpatrick's impeachment attempt and new military aid bill highlighted political tension and global security concerns ahead of significant elections.
Read More »Column: As Israel Depends on the Kindness of a Strange Congress…
Senator Rubio highlights the struggle to pass a $95 billion military aid bill for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan due to Republican obstruction tactics, filibuster rules, and structural Senate issues.
Read More »Column: American Mayors Insist on A Cease-Fire, 6,000 Miles Away
Three Midwestern mayors recently addressed Israel-Gaza tensions, with some contributing to political animosity in the U.S. by engaging in debates on cease-fires and making controversial statements about Israeli policies.
Read More »Column: From Sderot to Somerton: Israel War Could ‘Trump’ Other Issues In My Backyard
David McCormick's campaign in Pennsylvania emphasizes support for Israel, potentially swaying Jewish voters, and possibly affecting the outcome of close Senate and Presidential elections.
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