Formulating an Alternative to the ‘Jewish State Law’
Liberal LogicIsraeli law professor Ruth Gavison has been tasked with forming a moderate alternative to the right-wing Jewish State Law. But her previous positions prove she’s the wrong person for the job, says Raphael Magarik.
Jonathan Pollard Means Israeli-American Squabbling Instead of Israeli-Palestinian Negotiation
Stalling TacticsWhy is Netanyahu demanding that, in return for freeing Palestinian prisoners, the United States release American spy Jonathan Pollard?
Can You Bomb Hamas Propagandists?
Newseum HonorsRaphael Magarik on the controversy over a Washington group's stalled honors to two Hamas-linked journalists.
Why Israeli Settlements Are Still An Obstacle To Peace
ResponseRaphael Magarik responds to Hillel Halkin's argument that settlements are no obstacles to peace.
Who Will Watch "The Gatekeepers"?
Film ReviewRaphael Magarik on the acclaimed Israeli documentary "The Gatekeepers" about the country's security services.
Bibi's Offensive Biblical Allusions
Double StandardsRaphael Magarik parses Netanyahu's recent warning that Hamas could take over the Palestinian Authority.
ADL List Features Jews As Passive Objects
Top TenRaphael Magarik on the Anti-Defamation League's list of "Top Ten Issues Affecting Jews in 2012."
Really Living It
Criticism From AbroadRaphael Magarik went into a bomb shelter and decided you don't need to be there to criticize Israel.
Hiring the Next Chief Rabbi
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