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Forty years ago, the exiled South African activist dared to teach Zionism critically. A furious backlash ensued.
Daniel Boyarin makes the seemingly paradoxical proposal that in order to end Zionism, Jewishness should be defined as nationhood.
Under the guise of fighting hate speech, the ADL has a long history of wielding its moral authority to attack Arabs, blacks, and queers.
Two Jewish activists discuss the place of anti-Semitism in contemporary movements for social justice.
The resurgence of anti-Semitism today is not a quirk of Donald Trump. It has deep roots in powerful institutions.
But it is increasingly difficult to question Israel’s policies without accusations of anti-Semitism.
The focus on Muslim anti-Semitism obscures the real quandary of multiculturalism in Angela Merkel’s Germany.
History has shown time and again that it is not possible to dehumanize an enemy while treating their cousins, aunts, and uncles with respect.Â
Yascha Mounk explores Jewish identity in modern Germany.
When it comes to the financial crisis, Democrats are especially prone to blaming Jews.
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