Israel at 75: A Nation Built Upon Sacrifice
On the 75th anniversary of the establishment of the State of Israel, it's important to reflect and appreciate both the Jewish people's historical and religious connections to the land, and the work and sacrifice that made the dream a reality.
Fortifying the “Torah” in Torah u-madda: A Plea to Modern Orthodox Day Schools
In a deep look at his background and motivations, the picture of Jewish writer Allen Ginsberg becomes more clear to the observer. His difficult past and masterful mix of secular, religious, and kabbalistic, as well as various other, themes in his work came to a head in his poem "Kaddish", written to be an elegy for his mother.
America, Israel, and China
Tensions between the United States and China have been rising. Israel has been trying to remain in the middle, but now finds itself in the center of a house of cards ready to come crashing down.
My Real Internal Conflict is Not One of Clashing Interests
When do my Jewish interests and American interests conflict? After much careful internal deliberation, I have concluded that they do not.
Approaching Israel as American Jews, or Jewish Americans
The fulfillment of the Jewish dream has made the question of whether to prioritize our Jewish identity or that of our country of birth more complex.
The Jewish World of Alexander Hamilton
Andrew Porwancher’s The Jewish World of Alexander Hamilton dissects the Founding Father’s unique relationship to the Jewish community.
Regaining our Power Through Knowledge: The Solution to Rising Anti-Semitism on Campus
An emotional connection to our Judaism cannot be our only solace. Knowledge is the solution to the problem Jewish students face today.
A New Viewpoint on Diversity
Often, it seems that the people who talk about diversity never visit diverse communities. People seem to think that diversity is based on how one looks. True diversity is not about how someone looks, but how they act.
The Dangerous Descent of American Free Speech
Decisive action must be taken in the fight against individual liberties - the future of the American experiment our Founders fought to preserve is at stake.
“Judge Your Kin Fairly”: The Jewish Response to Cancel Culture
The internet leaves people free to judge and shame others without remorse. Should Jews take part in this culture of shame, or would Jewish tradition say this is taking accountability too far?