Embryonic Judaism

Nathan Lopes Cardozo

The realization that Judaism began in a non-halachic way is vital to its future and to the future of Jewish identity.

Right Failed Test in its Response to Yair Netanyahu’s Meme

Ben-Dror_Yemini

The Zionist left and the same right should present a clear and united stance when it comes to manifestations of anti-Semitism: Neither forgiveness nor understanding, and definitely not justification. But instead of condemning the prime minister’s son over his Facebook post, the Right is pointing an accusing finger at the Left.

The Danger with ‘Only’ Halacha

Nathan Lopes Cardozo

It is crucial to comprehend that halachic Judaism can survive only if it is constantly reviewed and consciously connected to Avraham Avinu’s Bet Midrash, a challenge that has become a major problem in today’s Jewish religious community.

Coping with Germany

Ira Sharkansky

Varda has described what there is to appreciate in this country: its order, performance, and owning up to responsibilities.

The Center for Jewish History CEO and Jewish Voices for Peace

Ronn Torossian

Is this where liberal US Jewry is going? The Jewish Voice for Peace was called one of the ten most active anti-Israel organizations by no less than the ADL, but JSAN is defending The Center for Jewish History’s CEO’s being on their academic board.

When Great Institutions Lie

Caroline Glick

By publishing their findings under Stanford’s name, Kelman and his associates are using Stanford’s brand to give credence to their pseudo-academic research.

Wiggling

Ira Sharkansky

Wiggling may not be a central concept in the professional literature of scholars who seek to explain international relations.