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They escaped justice and accountability once again. Those critics of Israel can apparently thank federal and state authorities for tripping up somehow.

It took six days over 10,500 miles for a crude new anti-Israel chant – “Death, death to the IDF” – to become associated with violence against Jews.

In his pursuit of political power, Zohran Mamdani insists on dragging American Jews through the mud. Mamdani’s campaign for mayor of New York City is no less ugly than anything else touched by anti-Israel activists.

Austria plans to implement strict gun laws after a school shooting, reflecting legislative actions by Australia and New Zealand, amid calls for U.S. lawmakers to pursue similar reforms.

Jamila Levasseur, arrested for blocking traffic during a protest, downplays her actions, raising concerns about potential consequences from a judge regarding public safety and accountability.

Former Assemblywoman Joan Millman endorses Maya Kornberg against incumbent Shahana Hanif, highlighting divisive foreign issues affecting local politics, particularly concerning antisemitism and mayoral candidates like Zohran Mamdani.

Mohamed Sabry Soliman faces severe charges for attacking a pro-Israel group, jeopardizing his family's future, including his daughter's medical school aspirations.

Bruce Ticker critiques violent actions at pro-Palestinian protests, arguing they undermine peaceful activism and contribute to real-world consequences, including tragic incidents like recent murders.

Ticker discusses U.S. House Resolution 409, which recognizes Palestinian rights. It critiques Rep. Rashida Tlaib's framing and historical interpretations of the Nakba, emphasizing differing views on refugee origins.

Recent political maneuvers by President Trump and Governor Hochul include the dismissals from the Holocaust Memorial Council and changes in New York education laws, raising concerns about political motivations and educational quality.

Sen. Bernie Sanders accuses Americans of complicity in Gaza's violence while advocating for restrictions on U.S. arms sales to Israel, ignoring weapons flowing to Hamas from Iran.

President Trump's deportation efforts target disruptive foreign students, yet the plan falters amid legal concerns and allegations of politicization.

Recent discourse on Israel shows troubling rhetoric from both sides, with threats and accusations overshadowing meaningful dialogue amidst the ongoing conflict and political maneuvering.

Muslim and Arab Americans express frustration with external blame in the Israel-Hamas conflict while neglecting their own accountability, risking credibility and sympathy for Gaza.

President Trump is lumping U.S. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer together with pro-Palestinian student leader Mahmoud Khalil. He proclaimed last week that Schumer is no longer Jewish but is now a “Palestinian.” Four days earlier, his ICE agency set the stage to deport Khalil for possible support of Hamas.

The Arab world's dysfunction is hindering Middle East resolution. Trump's controversial plan for Gaza faces rejection, escalating tensions, with skepticism about relocating Palestinians and potential regional instability.

Trump's controversial statements on hostages, combined with his fluctuating foreign policies, raise concerns among Jews about his commitment to Israel and against antisemitism.

Emily Damari and fellow hostages were released during a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, raising concerns about ongoing tensions and future negotiations in the region.

The New York Times' coverage of Israeli-Palestinian events often highlights Palestinian suffering while downplaying Israeli casualties, reflecting perceived media bias and leaving readers uninformed.

Israeli police officer Elad Yaakov Winkelstein was murdered in a terrorist attack that followed killings of two elderly women, highlighting ongoing violence tied to settlements.

How cute. We find Baby Jesus in a new environment: swaddled by a black-and-white keffiyeh, emblem of the Palestinian struggle. Not to rest in a manger but to lie amid a pile of rocks that symbolize the rocks left over from bombed-out buildings in Gaza. Thus the label “Christ in the Rubble.”

Paul Cunningham's assertion that antisemitism is unrelated to divestment is challenged by recent violent incidents linked to anti-Israel sentiments, reflecting heightened antisemitism globally.

Pam Bondi is off to a promising start as President-elect Donald J. Trump’s designated nominee for attorney general. The former Florida attorney general urged the expulsion of noncitizens who support Hamas and other terrorist groups.

Senator Jon Ossoff faces criticism from pro-Israel constituents after voting against military support for Israel, amid concerns over losing pro-Palestinian votes in elections.

Ticker discusses the shifting Jewish vote in Pennsylvania favoring Trump, and contrasting viewpoints on his potential impact on Muslim communities amidst rising activism over Israel-Palestine issues.