Roundtable: The Ethical Response to Birthright
Free trips to Israel serve as propaganda for the occupation. How should young American Jews respond?
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“Responsible Travel in the Region Is Possible”
The anti-occupation movement urgently needs ambassadors who have been on the ground.
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“Really See, Not From a Bus Window”
American Jews have a responsibility to visit the West Bank on an alternative trip, meet with Palestinians, and hear their stories.
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“We Had to Meet Our Peers Where They Were”
A defense of IfNotNow’s controversial Birthright walk-offs.
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“Mere Disruption Won’t Alter Birthright’s Agenda”
Going on the trips, even to challenge them, undermines the BDS movement and solidarity with Palestinian activists.
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“Reimagine and Reclaim the Concept of Birthright”
Young Jews, regardless of means, should have the opportunity to invest in strengthening our Jewish lives however we see fit.
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Roundtable: The Jewish Voice for Peace Statement on Zionism
Five thinkers weigh in on the Jewish Voice for Peace statement on Zionism.
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Is Anti-Zionism the Only Option?
Shaul Magid asks whether opposition to Zionism is the only morally viable path forward.
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Let’s Deal in Reality, Not Theory
Rabbi Jill Jacobs argues against "diving back into political theory."
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Fundamentally Inward-Looking
A rabbi and longtime activist argues against the wisdom of JVP declaring itself anti-Zionist.
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