There are many good reasons to oppose the American Studies Association (ASA) decision to boycott Israeli universities. But there are some bad reasons as well. Many arguments against the boycott play exactly into the hands of the pro-boycott propagandists and give them the ammunition they need to continue their racist campaign with renewed vigor and self-righteousness.
French comedian Diedonne M’bala M’bala complained to police about threats to blow up the theater in which he performs.
A teenager shot by Israeli troops in Gaza died of his wounds, Palestinian medical sources said.
Four Jewish federations in south Florida urged Sen. Bill Nelson (D-Fla.) to sign on to legislation opposed by the Obama administration that would enhance Iran sanctions.
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and his wife are responsible for the largest on-record charitable donation in the United States in 2013.
Ariel Sharon’s medical condition further deteriorated following a blood infection and multiple organ failure.
Hezbollah operatives are smuggling components of advanced guided missiles from Syria to Lebanon, U.S. officials said.
Israel has killed most of the people responsible for the 1994 bombing at a Jewish community building in Buenos Aires, a former Israeli ambassador to Argentina said.
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