Israel’s Fight to Survive Needs No Defense
The only argument that matters is the one made in the skies and on the battlefield.
September 11, 2025
The amazing life of Doña Gracia Nasi.
Born in Lisbon to prominent converted Jews, Doña Gracia Nasi (1510–1569) would take over her family’s business empire, rub elbows with monarchs and princes, and use her clout and perseverance to resettle her own family in a place where they could practice Judaism freely—and help hundreds of others do the same. Andrée Aelion Brooks delves into the private and public life of this extraordinary individual in conversation with Nachi Weinstein. (Audio, 65 minutes.)
The only argument that matters is the one made in the skies and on the battlefield.
Gaza’s ruler from afar.
As our civic health declines, so does our collective memory.
A personal reminiscence.
The amazing life of Doña Gracia Nasi.
Born in Lisbon to prominent converted Jews, Doña Gracia Nasi (1510–1569) would take over her family’s business empire, rub elbows with monarchs and princes, and use her clout and perseverance to resettle her own family in a place where they could practice Judaism freely—and help hundreds of others do the same. Andrée Aelion Brooks delves into the private and public life of this extraordinary individual in conversation with Nachi Weinstein. (Audio, 65 minutes.)
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