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Arab Barghouti on Palestinian Political Prisoners
27 Mar
Arab Barghouti, the son of prominent Palestinian political leader Marwan Barghouti, discusses his role in the international campaign to secure the release of...
27 Mar
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What if Columbia Were Investigated for Anti-Palestinianism?
24 Mar
Peter Beinart explores the nuances of anti-Palestinianism in the context of growing discussions on antisemitism at universities like Columbia. He suggests th...
24 Mar
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Nadia Abu El-Haj: “Mahmoud is Not Safe”
23 Mar
Peter Beinart's piece highlights the challenges faced by pro-Palestinian activists in academia, focusing on Nadia Abu El-Haj, a prominent professor at Columb...
23 Mar
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Nadia Abu El-Haj: Mahmoud is Not Safe
20 Mar
Peter Beinart announces a Zoom call featuring a discussion with Nadia Abu El-Haj, a prominent academic at Barnard College and Columbia University. The sessio...
20 Mar
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Debate with Jeffrey Lax
19 Mar
Peter Beinart engages in a thought-provoking Zoom discussion with Professor Jeffrey Lax, a fellow faculty member at CUNY and an advocate against antisemitism...
19 Mar
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March Ask Me Anything
18 Mar
Peter Beinart's 'March Ask Me Anything' allows premium subscribers to access a full video of his live session, where he addresses questions and discussions a...
18 Mar
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March “Ask Me Anything”
17 Mar
Peter Beinart's "Ask Me Anything" session for March invites premium subscribers to engage in a discussion about pressing topics like former President Trump’s...
17 Mar
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You Are No Longer a Jew
17 Mar
Peter Beinart discusses the contentious redefinition of Jewish identity within the American Jewish community, highlighting issues around support for Israel a...
17 Mar
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James Schamus on the Crisis at Columbia
14 Mar
James Schamus, a Columbia University professor, discusses the challenges currently facing free speech at the institution, especially in the context of pro-Pa...
14 Mar
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James Schamus on the Crisis at Columbia
13 Mar
James Schamus, a Columbia University professor and acclaimed screenwriter and producer, discusses the so-called free speech crisis at the university. The con...
13 Mar
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Columbia Professor Joseph Hawley on the Federal Assault on His University
11 Mar
Peter Beinart interviews Columbia University Professor Joseph Hawley, who discusses federal actions impacting his institution, emphasizing the broader implic...
11 Mar
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Trump’s Attack on Universities Rests on a Lie
10 Mar
Peter Beinart critiques the Trump administration's accusation against universities like Columbia University for fostering antisemitism, highlighting the iron...
10 Mar
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Jordan Elgrably on Palestinian Steadfastness
9 Mar
Jordan Elgrably, Editor in Chief of The Markaz Review, discusses the themes of resilience and resistance in contemporary Palestinian literature, which he exp...
9 Mar
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Jordan Elgrably on Contemporary Palestinian Writing
6 Mar
In an upcoming Zoom discussion led by Peter Beinart, journalist Jordan Elgrably, co-editor of "Sumud: A New Palestinian Reader," will delve into contemporary...
6 Mar
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Susie Linfield on Why She Doesn’t Like My Book
5 Mar
Peter Beinart reflects on Susie Linfield's critical review of his book, "Being Jewish After the Destruction of Gaza," which explores Jewish identity and poli...
5 Mar
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Guidelines for Comments and Chat
4 Mar
Peter Beinart outlines the guidelines for commenting and participating in discussions within his community, emphasizing the importance of maintaining civilit...
4 Mar
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Why Trump Treats Zelensky Differently than Netanyahu
3 Mar
Peter Beinart examines why Donald Trump treated Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky with hostility while being supportive towards Israeli Prime Minister N...
3 Mar
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Rabbis Alissa Wise and Jill Jacobs
2 Mar
Rabbis Alissa Wise and Jill Jacobs, prominent figures in progressive American Judaism, engage in a complex discussion about their differing perspectives on t...
2 Mar
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Rabbis Alissa Wise and Jill Jacobs
27 Feb
Rabbis Alissa Wise and Jill Jacobs, prominent figures in the American Jewish community, will be discussing their divergent perspectives on Israel and Palesti...
27 Feb
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Khalil Sayegh on Hamas, the Left and the Ceasefire
25 Feb
Khalil Sayegh, a political analyst and president of The Agora Initiative, discusses his condemnation of Hamas's actions against Israeli civilians, including ...
25 Feb
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Inhumanity is a Choice
24 Feb
Peter Beinart's article addresses the complexities of navigating Jewish identity and criticism of Israel amidst the ongoing conflict with Palestine. As he to...
24 Feb
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Ethan Leib
23 Feb
Ethan Leib is a prominent legal scholar at Fordham Law School known for his contributions to publications like the New York Times and the Boston Globe. In th...
23 Feb
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Jonathan Freedland Disagrees with Me
20 Feb
Peter Beinart will host a Zoom discussion featuring Jonathan Freedland, a Guardian columnist and novelist. This event, part of a series for paid subscribers,...
20 Feb
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Mahmoud Muna on the Attack on his Bookstore
18 Feb
In this piece, Peter Beinart highlights the recent raid by Israeli police on the East Jerusalem Educational Bookstore, resulting in the arrest of bookstore o...
18 Feb
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The Next Assault on Gaza Will Be Worse
17 Feb
Peter Beinart discusses the political and humanitarian ramifications of a potential renewed Israeli assault on Gaza, suggesting it could be even more intense...
17 Feb
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Raef Zreik on Why Israeli Jews are Embracing Mass Ethnic Cleansing
16 Feb
Palestinian legal scholar Raef Zreik shares his insights on Israeli Jewish society amid discussions about ethnic cleansing in the region. As a Palestinian ci...
16 Feb
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February Ask Me Anything
14 Feb
Peter Beinart, a prominent Jewish journalist and political commentator, offers a special Ask Me Anything (AMA) session, which includes both a live engagement...
14 Feb
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Raef Zreik on Why Israeli Jews are Embracing Mass Ethnic Cleansing
13 Feb
Raef Zreik, a Palestinian legal scholar at the Van Leer Jerusalem Institute, offers a profound analysis of Israeli Jewish society, particularly in the contex...
13 Feb
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February “Ask Me Anything”
13 Feb
Peter Beinart announces a premium subscriber-exclusive "Ask Me Anything" session to engage with readers and discuss various topics of interest. Scheduled for...
13 Feb
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The Banality of Evil
10 Feb
Peter Beinart, in his New York Times bestselling book "Being Jewish After the Destruction of Gaza," discusses the ethical realities facing Jews in light of t...
10 Feb
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Debra Dash Moore
9 Feb
Deborah Dash Moore, a prominent scholar at the University of Michigan, has been analyzing various surveys of American Jewish opinion. She finds that the narr...
9 Feb
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Deborah Dash Moore
6 Feb
Historian Deborah Dash Moore will be discussing her research on American Jewish opinions regarding Israel during a Zoom call hosted by Peter Beinart. Her ana...
6 Feb
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Daniel Immerwahr on Why American Imperialism isn't Hiding Anymore
6 Feb
Daniel Immerwahr discusses the increasingly overt nature of American imperialism and its implications with Peter Beinart. Referencing Trump's surprising anno...
6 Feb
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From Greenland to Gaza
5 Feb
Peter Beinart critically examines the response of the organized American Jewish community to Israel's handling of Palestinian issues, particularly in Gaza, d...
5 Feb
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Elise Stefanik Is Wrong
3 Feb
Peter Beinart challenges Elise Stefanik's claim that the Bible grants Jews unconditional sovereignty over the West Bank. He argues that both American public ...
3 Feb
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Rashid Khalidi
2 Feb
Peter Beinart conducts an interview with Palestinian-American historian Rashid Khalidi, focusing on Beinart's new book and current issues in the Palestinian ...
2 Feb
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Frequently Asked Questions
31 Jan
Ken Silverman's article addresses common questions about managing subscriptions and accessing content on Substack, specifically for the Beinart Notebook. It ...
31 Jan
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Rashid Khalidi
30 Jan
Peter Beinart announces a special Zoom call for subscribers, featuring a discussion with prominent Palestinian-American historian Rashid Khalidi. The convers...
30 Jan
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January Ask Me Anything
28 Jan
Peter Beinart engages with his audience through an 'Ask Me Anything' session, where he addresses various issues pertinent to contemporary Jewish life and tho...
28 Jan
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Idolatry
27 Jan
Peter Beinart suggests that much of mainstream Jewish discourse regarding Israel has become idolatrous by placing the state's rights above the welfare of its...
27 Jan
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January “Ask Me Anything”
27 Jan
In an announcement by Peter Beinart, a Zoom-based "Ask Me Anything" session is scheduled for premium subscribers. This interactive discussion, designed to en...
27 Jan
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Jamaal Bowman on What He Learned in Congress
26 Jan
Jamaal Bowman, a former Congressman, reflects on the consequences he faced after supporting Palestinian rights, which led to intense opposition from AIPAC an...
26 Jan
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Jamaal Bowman on What He Learned in Congress
23 Jan
Jamaal Bowman, a former U.S. Congressman, discusses his experiences and challenges in office, especially regarding his support for Palestinian rights, which ...
23 Jan
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Muhammad Shehada
21 Jan
Peter Beinart engages in a conversation with Muhammad Shehada, a distinguished political analyst from Gaza, exploring the recent ceasefire agreement and the ...
21 Jan
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For a Moment, Joy
20 Jan
Peter Beinart reflects on the release of three Israeli hostages, Romi, Emily, and Doron, and urges fellow Jews to briefly set aside criticisms of Israel to c...
20 Jan
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Jamil Dakwar on Free Speech and Authoritarianism
19 Jan
Jamil Dakwar, director of the ACLU's Human Rights Program, discusses issues related to free speech, particularly concerning pro-Palestinian activism in the U...
19 Jan
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Mairav Zonszein on the Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Deal
16 Jan
Mairav Zonszein, Senior Analyst for the International Crisis Group, provides insights into the recent Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal. In a discussion with Peter...
16 Jan
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Jamil Dakwar on Free Speech and Authoritarianism
16 Jan
Jamil Dakwar, director of the ACLU's Human Rights Program, will discuss the challenges to free speech posed by the Trump administration's efforts to curb pro...
16 Jan
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Gideon Levy on Being Hated
14 Jan
Gideon Levy, a prominent Israeli journalist known for his provocative columns in Haaretz, discusses his evolution from younger days immersed in societal norm...
14 Jan
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Jake Sullivan’s Mental Prison (A Sequel)
13 Jan
Peter Beinart critically assesses outgoing National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan's interview at the 92nd Street Y, highlighting Sullivan's language as Orwe...
13 Jan