Economic Crisis

Unable to enter Israel since Oct. 7, Palestinians in Wadi Fukin have been left without a livelihood

Ben Lynfield in Forward · 23 May

Since October 7, 150,000 Palestinian laborers have been barred from entering Israel, resulting in a severe economic crisis in the West Bank, particularly felt in villages like Wadi Fukin.

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'You just feel devastated; people are leaving in a state of complete depression' — the view on the ground from a poet in Israel

ALanger in Forward · 24 Jul 2023

The recent judicial overhaul in Israel has had a profound impact on writers in the country, with many seeing it as a pivotal moment.

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Unrest in China — with Matt Pottinger

Call Me Back · 5 Dec 2022

Matt Pottinger returns to "Call Me Back" to discuss recent civil unrest in China stemming from Xi Jinping's restrictive zero COVID policies and political centralization efforts.

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Germany’s Apokalypse Now

Jeremy Stern in Tablet · 12 Oct 2022

Germany is facing multiple crises that threaten its stability and the prosperity it has enjoyed for decades.

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The Inflation Crisis Grows As Biden Lands in Israel

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 13 Jul 2022

Dan Senor discusses the concerning inflation numbers and the significance of President Biden's recent trip to Israel and Saudi Arabia on a podcast, with a follow-up conversation about the January 6 hearings.

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The Increasing Desperation of the Bidenites

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 12 Apr 2022

The podcast discusses the desperate measures being taken by the Biden administration in response to inflation and economic crisis, questioning their effectiveness and rationale.

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Lebanon’s State Ponzi Scheme Seeks Jewish Investors

Tony Badran in Tablet · 11 Nov 2021

The article discusses Lebanon's economic and financial crisis, which was the result of a Ponzi scheme that collapsed in 2019.

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Is New York Over? Part 3 - Crime and the City

Call Me Back · 22 Jan 2021

The article discusses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on public safety in New York City and other urban areas, following public health, economic, and societal shocks.

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Ray to the rescue

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider · 4 Jan 2021

Ray McGuire, a prominent Black banking executive and former vice chairman at Citigroup, is running for New York City mayor.

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Lebanon and Beyond

Israel Policy Pod · 11 Aug 2020

This episode discusses the aftermath of the Beirut explosion and its broader implications for Lebanon's internal politics and its relationship with Israel.

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Inside Israel’s Protests with Barak Ravid

Israel Policy Pod · 4 Aug 2020

In this episode, journalist Barak Ravid discusses the widespread protests in Israel against Prime Minister Netanyahu, highlighting issues such as corruption, pandemic mismanagement, and potential West Bank annexation.

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The “What Are We Fightin’ For?” Edition

Promised Podcast · 16 Jul 2020

In this episode, Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron discuss three important topics.

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Taking a Sabbatical

Paul E. Nahme in Tablet · 2 Jul 2020

As society begins to reopen after months of pandemic-related challenges, it's important to reflect on the kind of society we want to return to.

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Can Trump Pull Out of His Tailspin?

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 24 Jun 2020

President Trump is facing a series of challenges including the pandemic, economic crisis, and a perception of the country being off-course, worsened by a Justice Department scandal.

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Get to Know Gaza Before the Next War

Tel Aviv Review · 12 Feb 2018

Veteran journalist Donald Macintyre's book "Gaza: Preparing for Dawn" sheds light on Gaza beyond its humanitarian crisis, showcasing its resilient residents who maintain their pride despite adversity.

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