Zionism
The warmth of community, the heat of hostility: Yona Speidel’s Jewish journey
“Zionism is not a dirty word,” wrote Speidel in a social media post. “It is the belief in Israel’s right to exist as a Jewish state.”
PremiumPremiumThe US-Israel alliance has survived every president. Can it survive its own people? - opinion
PremiumPremiumTwo republics, one covenant: Why the US-Israel alliance is bigger than politics - opinion
There is no distinction between Jews and Zionists - ask Jews from Arab countries - opinion
Why does Jerusalem belongs to the Jews? Because history says so - opinion
At a time when lies about Israel spread with alarming speed across campuses, social media, and international forums, it is more important than ever to stand unapologetically for truth.
This month in Jewish history: Revelation, thrill of victory, agony of defeat
A highly abridged monthly version of Dust & Stars – Today in Jewish History.
The New Jewish Question - opinion
Zionism secured Jewish survival. Survival is no longer the crisis. Legitimacy is. The future of Jewish sovereignty will not be decided by armies alone, but by whether Jews know who they are.
Jewish students deserve more than conditional empathy - opinion
A UCLA student leader reflects on the backlash that followed hosting former hostage Omer Shem Tov, and what it reveals about the conditional acceptance of Jewish trauma on campus.
Law of return reform reignites debate over Jewish identity in Israel - opinion
A controversial bill challenges the inclusivity of Israel’s Law of Return and sparks Diaspora tensions.
NGO Monitor founder Gerald Steinberg to step down after 25 years, Olga Deutsch to succeed him
Steinberg will transition to the role of president emeritus, while long-time Vice President Olga Deutsch will become CEO and president in the group's first-ever leadership transition.
Once, Jews defended themselves to survive. Now this reflects defeat - opinion
Israelis and Jews still react to attacks as though they were medieval defendants standing before hostile judges. No need.
German media chief declares 'I am a Zionist' at World Jewish Congress in Geneva
Döpfner delivered a sweeping defense of Zionism, saying support for Israel should be embraced by Jews and non-Jews alike.
What is Zionism, and who is a Zionist? - opinion
Coining Left-leaning Israelis as racists or enemies of the Zionist state when they express concern over Israel’s democratic future sets a dangerous tone
Mamdani’s anti-Zionist policies are targeting New York's Jewish businesses - opinion
Jewish organizations accuse Mayor Zohran Mamdani of undermining protections against antisemitism in New York City.
