A story of bipartisan support that gradually became a story of one-party support, until it flips entirely and becomes once again a story of consensus – this time, of bipartisan opposition.

When we’re tempted to ask, Lamah zeh anochi? — Why am I here? What’s the point? — we can remind ourselves of the extraordinary goodness that exists in the world. And, even more importantly, we can become part of it.

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Throughout the years, David has donated millions of dollars to numerous causes, but FIDF has always held a particularly special place in his heart.

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Boulou has deep roots in Djerba, but is treasured in all Tunisian Jewish kitchens, where it is baked for the holidays and special occasions.

What If Jewish Americans Just Showed Up?

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We mourn on Oct. 7, but Nov. 8 gave us something to celebrate: a community that showed up, on its feet, public and proud. Now we need to make that response a habit.

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NCSY Welcomes 400 Proudly Jewish Student Leaders to the JSU President’s Conference

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JSU is a network of Jewish culture clubs in public and secular private high schools in North America, and it’s a program of NCSY, the international youth movement of the Orthodox Union.

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Genocide and International Relations

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The book casts its net far and wide, from debates within the field of research itself to the analysis of genocidal events across the past century.

Heading Toward Bipartisan Opposition?

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For an Israeli observer of the American elections, there is a double cause for concern.

A Concrete Case for Hope

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AIPAC Isn’t the Problem. It’s Part of the Solution.

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The future of the U.S.-Israel relationship will not be secured by winning one more primary. It will depend on whether Americans understand why Israel matters, why Jewish self-determination is legitimate, and why the alliance benefits both nations.

After the Haredi Public’s Defeat: Change Must Come from Outside

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Everyone is entitled to choose how to live, but the state is not obliged to finance every choice. Those who do not complete secondary education, do not serve in the military, and do not work should not receive state support to maintain that way of life.

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