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Christian Anti-Zionism
14 Jun
In an engaging discussion, Palestinian minister and theologian Munther Isaac explores the intersection of theology and politics from his position in the West...
14 Jun
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Christ in the Rubble
11 Jun
The discussion features Munther Isaac, a Palestinian minister renowned for his "Christ in the Rubble" sermon, which gained significant attention. The convers...
11 Jun
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Is a Jewish Democracy a Contradiction in Terms?
10 Jun
Peter Beinart and Dan Shapiro engage in a dialogue on the complex political landscape of Israel-Palestine. The discussion covers a range of contentious topic...
10 Jun
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A Reply to Sam Harris
8 Jun
The piece discusses Ken Silverman's critique of Sam Harris, a prominent U.S. political commentator known for his strong pro-Israel stance. Silverman challeng...
8 Jun
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“You Cease, We Fire”
5 Jun
Peter Beinart highlights James Zogby, a notable scholar on Middle Eastern issues, discussing Israel's persistent conflicts with Lebanon and the future of Gaz...
5 Jun
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Francesca Albanese
3 Jun
Francesca Albanese, the UN Special Rapporteur on the Occupied Palestinian Territories, will be the guest on a special Zoom call hosted by Peter Beinart and c...
3 Jun
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A Glimpse into The Horror in Gaza
1 Jun
Ken Silverman's piece offers a critical view of the situation in Gaza, contextualized by a forthcoming Zoom discussion featuring Francesca Albanese, UN Speci...
1 Jun
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“You Cannot Pick and Choose Exceptions to Your Bigotry”
31 May
Peter Beinart critiques the selective outrage against figures who oppose Israel, such as Palestinian-American politician Ruwa Romman and her comments on Marj...
31 May
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How Progressives Should Respond to the Anti-Israel Right
29 May
Peter Beinart addresses the complex relationship between progressive movements and the anti-Israel right in a Zoom event featuring Ruwa Romman, a Palestinian...
29 May
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Being Israeli After the Destruction of Gaza
28 May
Peter Beinart explores the complexities of Israeli identity and democracy following the conflict in Gaza, engaging with Ariel Beery's perspective on the role...
28 May
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May “Ask Me Anything” Today at 1pm
26 May
This month's "Ask Me Anything" Zoom session will happen today, focusing on a variety of topics relevant to the Jewish community. Previous sessions have inclu...
26 May
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Condemning Settler Violence is Not Enough
25 May
Amid rising tensions between Israeli settlers and Palestinians, Ken Silverman critiques the superficial condemnation of settler violence by Israeli and Ameri...
25 May
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What We Told Nicholas Kristof
19 May
Peter Beinart delves into the controversial op-ed by Nicholas Kristof in The New York Times, which discusses the reported cases of rape and human rights abus...
19 May
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Abdul El-Sayed on Being Targeted by AIPAC
17 May
Peter Beinart interviews Abdul El-Sayed, a Senate candidate from Michigan, who faces attacks for his critical stance on both Israel and Hamas and his charact...
17 May
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AIPAC Versus Abdul El-Sayed
14 May
Abdul El-Sayed, a Michigan Senate candidate, critiques AIPAC's political influence and argues against conflating criticism of Israel with antisemitism. He di...
14 May
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Did Zionism Go Wrong or Was it Always Wrong?
12 May
Peter Beinart facilitates a discussion between Professor Omer Bartov and Haaretz columnist Gideon Levy, focusing on divergent views about Zionism's trajector...
12 May
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Progressives Must Not Give Tucker Carlson a Pass
11 May
The piece focuses on the need for progressive voices to critically scrutinize figures like Tucker Carlson, despite the alignment some of his views may have w...
11 May
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They Called Zionism “The Most Evil Enemy of the Jewish Proletariat”
10 May
This thought-provoking piece explores the historical tensions between Zionism and Jewish socialism, focusing on the Jewish Labor Bund of Eastern Europe. The ...
10 May
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The Jewish Bund
7 May
Peter Beinart hosts a Zoom call with guests Molly Crabapple and Joshua D. Zimmerman to discuss the Jewish Bund's history and its enduring influence on modern...
7 May
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How Should Democrats Think About Iran and Israel?
6 May
Ro Khanna, a U.S. representative from California, raises critical questions about American foreign policy concerning Iran and Israel. He challenges the fear ...
6 May
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The Far Right Now Talks About Judaism The Way It Has Long Talked About Islam
4 May
The discourse on the American right is increasingly attempting to attribute Israel's actions to its Jewish identity, a narrative resembling how Islamism has ...
4 May
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Where Cenk Uygur and I Disagree
3 May
Peter Beinart engages in a candid discussion with Cenk Uygur, host of The Young Turks, exploring areas of agreement and disagreement concerning US policy tow...
3 May
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Cenk Uygur
30 Apr
Peter Beinart is set to engage in a candid conversation with Cenk Uygur, host of the popular show The Young Turks, about U.S. policy towards Israel and disco...
30 Apr
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April “Ask Me Anything” Tomorrow
28 Apr
A reminder for the April Ask Me Anything (AMA) Zoom event scheduled for April 29 from 1-2pm Eastern, with details for Premium members who have access to prev...
28 Apr
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Israel is Not Hungary
27 Apr
The article critically examines the political dynamics in Israel, especially in light of Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid forming an alliance to contest Benjam...
27 Apr
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"I Lost My Parents on October 7th, But I Won Aziz."
26 Apr
On October 7, 2023, Maoz Inon, an Israeli Jew, lost his parents to violence, while Aziz Abu Sarah, a Palestinian, recalls the earlier loss of his brother due...
26 Apr
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How Hasan Piker Sees the World
24 Apr
Hasan Piker, a prominent Twitch streamer known for his political commentary, discusses key global issues with journalist Peter Beinart. The conversation revo...
24 Apr
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The Future is Peace
23 Apr
The Zoom event hosted by Peter Beinart features a discussion with Aziz Abu Sarah and Maoz Inon, co-authors of "The Future is Peace," which explores shared Je...
23 Apr
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It’s Not Just the Presidential Candidates
20 Apr
The article highlights a forthcoming Zoom discussion featuring Aziz Abu Sarah and Maoz Inon, who have co-authored "The Future is Peace." Despite personal los...
20 Apr
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Mehdi Hasan on Being a Muslim Immigrant in Trump’s America
19 Apr
Mehdi Hasan, a prominent progressive voice and founder of Zeteo, discusses his experiences as a Muslim immigrant in the United States, particularly under the...
19 Apr
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Mehdi Hasan on Being Progressive and Muslim in Trump’s America
17 Apr
Journalist Mehdi Hasan, former MSNBC host and founder of Zeteo, engages in a discussion about combining progressive ideals with his Muslim faith, particularl...
17 Apr
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This War is All About the Palestinians
13 Apr
The discussion revolves around the parallels between Israel's current political stance towards the Palestinians and South Africa's policies during apartheid....
13 Apr
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"The White House was in a Panic"
12 Apr
Peter Beinart discusses the escalating tensions in the Middle East with Trita Parsi, focusing on US, Israeli, and Iranian relations. Parsi, a seasoned analys...
12 Apr
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A Pyrrhic Defeat
10 Apr
Peter Beinart's article highlights an upcoming Zoom call featuring Trita Parsi, a leading voice on the geopolitical dynamics between the United States, Israe...
10 Apr
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It’s OK to Want Trump to Lose This War
6 Apr
Ken Silverman discusses the complex politics surrounding the notion of wanting a country's leader, specifically Donald Trump, to lose a war without desiring ...
6 Apr
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Passover in a Time of Inhumanity and Destruction
1 Apr
Peter Beinart interviews Rabbi Ismar Schorsch, exploring the dichotomy between Judaism and Israeli politics as Passover approaches. Rabbi Schorsch, a promine...
1 Apr
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March “Ask Me Anything” Tomorrow
30 Mar
Ben Freeman, an expert on Jewish history and antisemitism, will be hosting an interactive session tomorrow where participants can ask him questions about his...
30 Mar
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Why America Never Learns
30 Mar
Peter Beinart reflects on America's continued entanglement in foreign conflicts, spotlighting the influence of pro-war think tanks on U.S. policy, particular...
30 Mar
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Meanwhile, in Lebanon
29 Mar
Peter Beinart discusses the detrimental impact of Israel's actions in Lebanon amidst the broader conflict with Iran, featuring insights from Rami Khouri, a s...
29 Mar
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Carnage in Lebanon
26 Mar
In the context of Israel's ongoing conflict with Iran, there are growing concerns about Israel's military actions in Lebanon, reportedly causing significant ...
26 Mar
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What Would Heschel Say?
23 Mar
The article explores how American Jewish leaders' responses to rising antisemitism contrast with the moral perspective of Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel. Drawi...
23 Mar
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“This Is My Home”
22 Mar
Peter Beinart interviews Diana Buttu, a Palestinian lawyer from Haifa, to explore the dynamics of Jewish Israeli society and the perception of the ongoing Ir...
22 Mar
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A Palestinian in an Israel at War
19 Mar
Peter Beinart invites Diana Buttu, a Palestinian lawyer based in Haifa, to provide her perspective on the current Israeli-Palestinian conflict during a Zoom ...
19 Mar
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Thoughts on the Michigan Synagogue Attack
16 Mar
Ken Silverman discusses the implications of a recent attack on a Michigan synagogue in relation to Israel and American Jewish communities. He asserts that at...
16 Mar
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Chris Hayes
15 Mar
Veteran journalist Chris Hayes delves into critical discussions on how media consumption has evolved, especially with his new book, 'The Sirens Call: How Att...
15 Mar
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Chris Hayes
12 Mar
Journalist and author Chris Hayes will be joining Peter Beinart on a Zoom call to discuss his experiences and insights, particularly how he navigates the cha...
12 Mar
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When Your Country Attacks Your Homeland
11 Mar
Peter Beinart discusses the complex emotional struggle faced by Orly Noy, an Israeli writer of Iranian descent, as she witnesses Israel's aggressive actions ...
11 Mar
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The Danger This War Poses to American Jews
9 Mar
Amidst rising tensions and military conflicts involving the U.S. and Israel, there is increasing concern about the impact on American Jews and the potential ...
9 Mar
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America’s Threat to the World
5 Mar
Peter Beinart hosts a conversation with Asl Bli, a law professor at Yale, exploring the global implications of the United States' foreign policy under the Tr...
5 Mar
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The Imperial Geopolitical Order
3 Mar
Peter Beinart's discussion with Aslı Bâli, a leading academic in international law and Middle Eastern politics, centers on the evolving geopolitical influenc...
3 Mar