When Condemning Anti-Semitism, Jews Should Dispense with Caveats
“Opposing the war isn’t anti-Semitic, but . . .”
November 12, 2026
“Opposing the war isn’t anti-Semitic, but . . .”
Zionism has from its inception demanded of Jews, whether in the Diaspora or in Israel, that they stand up unapologetically for their own rights. This is a lesson Seth Mandel takes to heart when considering the recent protest against Jewish restaurants organized by a group of Israel-hating bicyclists in Philadelphia:
“Opposing the war isn’t anti-Semitic, but . . .”
Can either party take a stand against its anti-Semites?
Ties that go back to the 1950s.
An American GI who protected his Jewish comrades.
One Nation under God.
November 12, 2026
“Opposing the war isn’t anti-Semitic, but . . .”
Zionism has from its inception demanded of Jews, whether in the Diaspora or in Israel, that they stand up unapologetically for their own rights. This is a lesson Seth Mandel takes to heart when considering the recent protest against Jewish restaurants organized by a group of Israel-hating bicyclists in Philadelphia:
“Opposing the war isn’t anti-Semitic, but . . .”
Can either party take a stand against its anti-Semites?
Ties that go back to the 1950s.
An American GI who protected his Jewish comrades.
One Nation under God.
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Subscribe NowZionism has from its inception demanded of Jews, whether in the Diaspora or in Israel, that they stand up unapologetically for their own rights. This is a lesson Seth Mandel takes to heart when considering the recent protest against Jewish restaurants organized by a group of Israel-hating bicyclists in Philadelphia:
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