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Something strange is happening to Jews across the world.

Nachum Kaplan in Future of Jewish · 25 Dec 2025

Nachum Kaplan's essay in "Future of Jewish" examines the contrasting migration trends among Jews, with Western Jews considering aliyah amidst rising antisemitism, and a significant number of Israelis contemplating emigration.

0 Politics History

We should stop saying 'the West Bank' — because it's one big lie.

David E. Firester, Ph.D. in Future of Jewish · 13 Dec 2025

David E. Firester argues for re-evaluating the terminology used for the Israeli-controlled area known internationally as the West Bank, advocating for the names Judea and Samaria to better reflect the region's historical and biblical significance to Jewish history.

0 Politics Israel

Israel faces its most important test since 1973.

Guy Goldstein in Future of Jewish · 12 Dec 2025

Guy Goldstein argues that Israel is at a critical juncture not seen since 1973, facing immense diplomatic pressure from a coordinated Arab bloc seeking influence over the Palestinian cause, while the U.S.—weakened by transactional diplomacy under Trump—finds its leverage diminished.

0 Politics Torah

The limitations of Trump’s executive order targeting the Muslim Brotherhood

Matthew Shea in Jewish Insider · 10 Dec 2025

President Trump's executive order targeting the Muslim Brotherhood focuses on reviewing individual branches for potential terrorism designations, such as in Jordan, Lebanon, and Egypt.

0 History Politics

To be fair, we should put 'Palestinian' in quotation marks.

David E. Firester, Ph.D. in Future of Jewish · 2 Dec 2025

David E. Firester's guest essay explores the historical and political origins of the term 'Palestinian,' advocating for quotation marks to be used when referring to Palestinian identity claims prior to the 20th century.

0 Politics Culture

Israelis and Jews must regain self-respect.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 26 Nov 2025

Joshua Hoffman argues for Jews and Israelis to prioritize self-determination and pride in their heritage, independent of external validation.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Every Jewish conspiracy is true, just not about Jews.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 19 Nov 2025

Joshua Hoffman's piece explores the persistent projection of conspiracy theories onto Jews and Israel, asserting that the accusations more accurately describe the actions of certain Muslim-majority countries.

0 Politics Israel

Farewell to the Abraham Accords

Lee Smith in Tablet · 18 Nov 2025

The article by Lee Smith examines the complicated legacy of the Abraham Accords and the geopolitical dynamics between the United States, Israel, and Saudi Arabia.

0 Politics Israel

Israel has a right to exist? That’s not up for debate.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 10 Nov 2025

The article critiques several common phrases used in discussions about Israel, arguing that they perpetuate a biased perspective and obscure the historical and moral legitimacy of the Jewish state.

0 History Politics

When Rabin was assassinated, Israel changed before my eyes

Andy Carvin in Forward · 4 Nov 2025

On the 30th anniversary of Yitzhak Rabin's assassination, Andy Carvin reflects on the impact of that fateful event on Israel and his own personal journey through the region at the time.

0 Politics Israel

I didn’t leave the Left. They left me — all because of Israel.

John Matthews in Future of Jewish · 30 Oct 2025

John Matthews, a journalist, reflects on the shifting attitudes of the political Left towards Israel.

0 Politics Antisemitism

For some reason, 'the Jews' make societies go mad.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 28 Oct 2025

Joshua Hoffman's article critiques the global moral hysteria against Israel and the Jewish people, arguing that it parallels historical mass delusions like McCarthyism and the witch trials.

0 Politics Israel

Ceasefires don’t end wars. Disarmament does.

Nachum Kaplan in Future of Jewish · 23 Oct 2025

Nachum Kaplan argues for a decisive strategy to disarm Hamas as the key to achieving lasting peace in the region, asserting that ceasefires without disarmament only serve to strengthen Hamas.

0 Israel Politics

The Lie About 'Palestine' That Keeps the Middle East at War

Guy Goldstein in Future of Jewish · 21 Oct 2025

Guy Goldstein's guest essay argues that the commonly held view of Palestine as a still-to-be-realized state is misleading, asserting instead that the true Palestinian state is the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.

0 Politics History

The Gaza genocide narrative won’t age well.

Ben Koan in Future of Jewish · 18 Oct 2025

Ben Koan presents a critique of the narrative that the Gaza conflict has permanently damaged Israel's reputation and the West's moral standing.

0 Politics Israel

Iran, Abraham Accords and Bibi’s trial: What Trump said in his historic Knesset speech

Philissa Cramer in Forward · 14 Oct 2025

President Donald Trump's speech to the Israeli Knesset on October 13, 2025, came just after the release of the remaining Israeli hostages from Gaza, marking a significant moment in the US-brokered ceasefire to end the war.

0 Politics Ethics

Returning the Israeli hostages is not nearly enough.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 12 Oct 2025

The poignant article reflects on the tragic life of Roei Shalev, a survivor of the Nova festival attack, whose death underscores the deep-rooted trauma left by terrorism.

0 Israel History

June Israel vs. October Israel

Jordan Chandler Hirsch in Tablet · 6 Oct 2025

The article by Jordan Chandler Hirsch explores the dichotomy within Israel's historical strategy by contrasting 'June Israel' with 'October Israel.'

0 Antisemitism Politics

Islamism kills Jews. The West pretends not to notice.

Matthew Nouriel in Future of Jewish · 4 Oct 2025

Matthew Nouriel's guest essay tackles the issue of Islamic antisemitism, criticizing Western reluctance to address its impact on Jewish communities worldwide.

0 Politics Israel

Peace in Our Time? You Never Know

Emes Ve-Emunah · 3 Oct 2025

The article reflects on a proposed 20-point peace plan for Israel, which, if successful, would restore Israel's international standing and expand the Abraham Accords.

0 Politics Israel

Analysis: Trump and Netanyahu close ranks. But is a Gaza ceasefire really in reach?

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 29 Sep 2025

The article examines the alliance between US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu amid efforts to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza, highlighting their support for a comprehensive peace proposal.

0 History Culture

Jerusalem Holiday

Allan Arkush in Jewish Review of Books · 29 Sep 2025

Jerusalem Holiday, a book by Sharon Ann Musher, delves into the life of Hadassah Kaplan, the daughter of renowned Jewish leader Mordecai Kaplan, during her significant gap year in Jerusalem.

0 Politics History

This country can solve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict once and for all.

Ben Koan in Future of Jewish · 27 Sep 2025

The article explores a provocative solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict by suggesting the integration of the Palestinian Territories into Jordan, forming a unified state under the Hashemite monarchy.

0 Politics Israel

I wrote Netanyahu’s UN speech.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 26 Sep 2025

Joshua Hoffman's piece, presented as a fictional draft of a UN speech delivered by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, emphasizes the achievements and moral standing of Israel.

0 Politics Israel

The United Nations hates Jews.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 24 Sep 2025

In a sharply critical analysis, the article argues that the United Nations displays a systemic bias against Israel, exacerbated by the timing of a crucial Security Council meeting coinciding with Rosh Hashanah, effectively excluding Jewish participation.

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