As New Yorkers head to the polls to elect their next mayor, Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi ask what the possible election of Zohran Mamdani means for Jewish identity, Diaspora-Israel relations and the boundaries of Jewish community.

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Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi reflect on the profound emotional impact of Israel’s recent hostage return – a day that united the nation in tears and joy. They explore what this spiritual turning point means for Israeli society’s future, the strategic debates around prioritizing lives over military goals, and whether peace can re-enter Israeli […]

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As the war in Gaza surpasses 700 days and the High Holidays approach, Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi explore what it means to love Israel unconditionally while grappling with the challenges of moral responsibility during time of war. They discuss maintaining ethical credibility while under attack and advocate making space for the “troubled committed”, […]

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