Israeli politics

Word on the Street: A looming threat to Israeli democracy

As American Jews, we rightfully celebrate Israel’s democracy and proudly declare our commitment to defending Israel from the threats it...

Word on the Street: The spirit that built the state of Israel was not grounded in negativity and fear.

The choice of path ahead presents a fundamental divide between a future grounded in pessimism and fear and one of...

Remembering That Night: Rabin’s Legacy of Hope

Even as we mark the twentieth anniversary of the assassination with violence and incitement in the headlines, I remain committed...

Dragon of Israeli Right-Wing Incitement May be Stirring Again

In the run-up to the assassination of Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin on Nov. 4 1995, the country was witness...

Reflections on the Release of Palestinian Prisoners

Even the firmest supporters of a two state solution to end the conflict between Israel and the Palestinians could be...

Decision Time

Secretary of State John Kerry is headed back to the Middle East this week – his fifth trip in four...

A view from J Street’s congressional and leadership mission

Today, the unraveling continues and the need for a two-state solution to be implemented is beyond urgent if there is...

2013 Conference: Cohen Finds Partners for Peace on Both Sides

In a rousing afternoon plenary, columnist Roger Cohen interviewed new voices for peace in Israeli and Palestinian civil society. While...

Knesset Roundtable Shows Depth of Two-State Support

Five Knesset members from five parties and one inescapable conclusion – Israel needs a two-state peace agreement with the Palestinians...