When War Wages War, Everyone Suffers

When War Wages War, Everyone Suffers

For weeks, I’ve listened to the debate addressing the war in the Middle East. Supporters of Israel argue the necessity of war and casualties in their attempt to destroy Hamas. Supporters of the Palestinians (not Hamas) argue that Israel’s attempt to destroy...
The United States Versus Antisemitism

The United States Versus Antisemitism

The Biden administration released its long-anticipated National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism in late May. As an American Jew, I was heartened by the unequivocal way that the document took on what is known as “the world’s oldest hate.” It is almost certainly...
U.S. Adults: Antisemitism Has Increased in Recent Years

U.S. Adults: Antisemitism Has Increased in Recent Years

Half of the U.S. says that antisemitism has increased “in the last few years,” according to a You Gov / The Economist report published in mid-December 2022. By comparison, 25% say it has remained the same, 15% are unsure and 11% say it has decreased. When asked about...
Why Laughing at Bullies Is a Problem

Why Laughing at Bullies Is a Problem

I was never an avid listener of Kanye West’s music, and I did not go out of my way to buy his albums. I’d listen to CDs made for me by friends that happened to have his songs “Graduation Day” or “Jesus Walks” on them. “Late Registration” came out the same year I was...