This is an abridged version of Sen. Chuck Schumer’s bold speech on the floor of the US Senate, urging steps toward a lasting peace through a two-state solution; this also links to the speech in its entirety.
Project Shema “trains and supports the Jewish community and allies to understand and address contemporary antisemitism, with an emphasis on how anti-Jewish ideas can emerge in discourse around Israel and Palestine.”
“Zionism” has become more of an ideological football being kicked around by the pro’s and the anti’s who want to score against each other rather than to reasonably settle this longstanding and increasingly violent conflict. It’s the extremes who are the most vociferous in their Zionism or their anti-Zionism.
There’s irony in that the Oct. 7th surprise attack occurred one day after the 50th anniversary of the Yom Kippur War, and was characterized by a similar Israeli blindness and arrogance. We also examine war crimes, sexism, the day after, and more.
This is a collection of initial statements by member organizations of the Progressive Israel Network on the new war launched by Hamas.
In recent weeks, there has been a flurry of media attention on the question of aid to Israel, mostly raised by sources friendly toward Israel and its security concerns….
The Supreme Court would not be able to review any decision made by elected officials, including decisions about improper appointments or improper firing of public officials. In practice, these decisions will be hidden from the public eye . . .
Harari focuses upon the degeneration of religious Zionism as a movement, from a modernist and constructive force into something very different…
12 progressive Jewish organizations issued a statement on July 3rd, but the crisis has deepened with Israel’s military assault in Jenin.
We’re presenting subjects ranging from Israel’s current crises to discussions of the Nakba, the welfare state in West Bank settlements, and a speech by a CUNY law school grad.
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