Pollard and the Great Jewish Divide
Israelis celebrated the Pollards’ arrival. In contrast, American Jews bristled both at the news and the happiness with which Israelis greeted them.
Georgia Candidates for Senate Trade Jabs on Israel, Anti-Semitism
American Jewish groups from both sides of the aisle have invested heavily in the Jan. 5 runoffs, as they see stark differences on the candidates’ policies on topics such as the U.S.-Israel relationship, the Iran nuclear deal, anti-Semitism and more.
The Most Consequential Jew of 2020: Jared Kushner
The presidential adviser/son-in-law was demonized as the Modern Orthodox face of white supremacism and all Trump failures, but his accomplishments should long be remembered.
The Upside of Defeat
It’s much easier to be a critic than a champion, particularly where attitudes towards politicians are concerned.
Will Biden Learn from Trump and Keep Making America Secure Again?
Trump recognized threats and at least began to address them.
Can the Bipartisan Consensus on Israel be Revived?
The Biden administration has the chance to end the division between the parties about support for the Jewish state. It remains to be seen whether that’s what they want to do.
In Praise of Diplomatic Quid Pro Quos
Trump’s critics blasted the Morocco-Israel normalization agreement as merely a transaction, rather than peace. They forget that deals based on mutual interests are the only kind that last.
Shofar Blast shakes Washington at pro-Trump ‘Jericho March’
“When the Israelites crossed the Jordan River, the first city that they came upon was Jericho. And it was a walled city” he added.
The New Greeks
Like the Hellenists of yesteryear, the progressive elites today insist that, to be accepted in polite society, Jews have to give up an essential part of their identity—and their civil rights.
Two Hanukkah Parties in the White House; Cheers of “Four More Years”
While Jews celebrate the miraculous victory over an evil anti-Israel regime, President Trump hosted a double celebration featuring many of the devout Jews that have been prominent elements in his administration.