Greenland

Frederick Kaufman in Tablet · 10 Apr

As Greenland's capital, Nuuk, becomes a hotspot of geopolitical tension, with Russian submarines, Chinese espionage, and European military movements, Frederick Kaufman captures the scene beyond the media frenzy.

0 Politics Israel

Trump's Iran dithering puts Israel in an unprecedented position

Dan Perry in Forward · 10 Mar

Israel finds itself in a precarious strategic situation amid the ongoing conflict with Iran, heavily influenced by the unpredictable decisions of U.S. President Donald Trump.

0 Politics Ethics

What If Other Countries Claimed The Right to Bomb the US?

Ken Silverman in The Beinart Notebook · 23 Feb

Ken Silverman's article critiques the United States' potential military intervention in Iran, questioning the underlying assumptions of American exceptionalism that justify such actions.

0 Politics Philosophy

Drunk with power, Donald Trump follows the dictates of Athenian commanders — and a certain Jewish philosopher

Robert Zaretsky in Forward · 25 Jan

The piece explores the concept of power dynamics through historical and philosophical lenses, drawing parallels between the actions of Donald Trump and the ancient Athenians in Thucydides' works.

0 Politics Israel

Is the 'Board of Peace' just another Trump scam, or a real move toward Middle East peace?

Dan Perry in Forward · 21 Jan

Dan Perry critically examines Donald Trump's proposed "Board of Peace," involving figures like Benjamin Netanyahu and possibly Vladimir Putin.

0 Politics History

In Trump's 'Donroe Doctrine,' echoes of Nazi justifications for aggression

Terrence Petty in Forward · 14 Jan

Terrence Petty draws parallels between Donald Trump's foreign policy approach and the aggressive expansionist strategies of Adolf Hitler.

0 Politics Communities

Greenland’s only Jew hears a familiar pattern in Trump’s annexation talk

Simone Saidmehr in Forward · 8 Jan

Paul Cohen, possibly Greenland's only Jew, reflects on the impact of President Donald Trump's revived idea of annexing Greenland, recognizing historical patterns from Jewish history.

0 Music Politics

Bob Dylan warned us about guys like Stephen Miller

Seth Rogovoy in Forward · 8 Jan

Seth Rogovoy explores the uncanny resonance between Bob Dylan's 1983 album "Infidels" and contemporary political figures like Stephen Miller.

0 Food Culture

Tacos

Sharona in Mishpacha · 30 Jun 2025

Sharona offers a delightful fish taco recipe in Mishpacha Magazine, providing a fresh take on this popular dish.

0 Politics Leadership

Trump Meets the Press

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 5 May 2025

The hosts discuss Donald Trump's interview on "Meet the Press," scrutinizing his comments on upholding the Constitution, economic policies, and potential successors like Marco Rubio and J.D. Vance.

0 Politics History

A Leftist’s Guide to Tariffs - Despite purporting to “bring back jobs,” Trump’s trade war continues the capitalist offensive of the free trade regime.

Sheetal Chhabria in Jewish Currents · 29 Apr 2025

Exploring President Trump's tariff policy, this article provides a leftist perspective on the implications of his trade maneuvers, particularly highlighting the chaos and transactional nature of his approach.

0 Communities Culture

Not Frozen in Time

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 8 Apr 2025

Yitzchok Landa traveled to Greenland to gauge public sentiment regarding President Trump's proposition to annex the island and to explore its formidable landscape.

0 Politics Israel

Opinion | The Rule of Lawlessness

Konstanty Gebert in Moment · 26 Mar 2025

Konstanty Gebert critiques former President Donald Trump's international policy proposals, emphasizing their disregard for the rule of law.

0 Politics Israel

Israelis respond to Trump’s Gaza takeover with shock, dismay, elation and dark humor

Deborah Danan in Forward · 6 Feb 2025

The recent declaration by U.S. President Donald Trump to have all Palestinians leave Gaza and for the U.S. to assume control triggered a mixed response in Israel, ranging from elation to disbelief.

0 Politics Israel

From Greenland to Gaza

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook · 5 Feb 2025

Peter Beinart critically examines the response of the organized American Jewish community to Israel's handling of Palestinian issues, particularly in Gaza, drawing parallels to unchecked nationalism and idolatry.

0 Politics Israel

Are We Suckers?

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 4 Feb 2025

The episode explores the transitory nature of political news, exemplified by exaggerated concerns over trade wars that quickly dissipate, linking this discourse to broader geopolitical issues involving Iran and Hamas.

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