Democrats Need the Courage to Defend Their Own Convictions
They will never defeat the radicals by acting ashamed of Israel.
August 7, 2026
Benjamin Netanyahu Isn’t the Reason for Dwindling Democratic Support for Israel
Whatever the prime minister’s failings, they don’t explain the progressive turn against the Jewish state.
In seeking to explain the Democrats’ turn against Israel, the journalist Franklin Foer (among many others) claims that Benjamin Netanyahu, by embracing Donald Trump and the Republicans, undermined the bipartisan consensus on Israel. Jonathan Tobin argues that this reasoning mistakes causes for effects. He concludes:
August 7, 2026
Benjamin Netanyahu Isn’t the Reason for Dwindling Democratic Support for Israel
Whatever the prime minister’s failings, they don’t explain the progressive turn against the Jewish state.
Why Russia and Israel Tried to Get Along—and Why They Might No Longer Be Able to Keep Up Appearances
The two are on opposite sides of the same war.
A Fresh Look at Jewish Theology
What the philosophy of religion can learn from Judaism.
Excavating the Great Synagogue of the Jerusalem of Lithuania
Revealing a decorated, colorful floor.