Ilhan Omar: Anatomy Of A Smear
2019-03-05
In the United States, it’s possible to debate any and every policy, domestic and foreign, except for unquestioning support for Israel. That, apparently, is Ilhan Omar’s chief sin.Continue Reading
Radio Appearances Discussing Rep. Ilhan Omar
2019-02-15
Advertisements I did two radio spots this week which my readers might find interesting. Both were devoted largely, but not entirely, to discussion of Ilhan Omar’s tweets and the outrageous backlash to them. My piece on the matter is at LobeLog, at this link. Yesterday, I spoke with Ian MastersContinue Reading
Ilhan Omar, AIPAC, And Denial
2019-02-13
Ilhan Omar may have been careless with her words. But acknowledging that one of the most influential lobbies in Washington is good at its job and that it matters is not anti-Semitism. And until Americans can discuss that aspect of pro-Israel activism without either exaggerating or minimizing its role, the United States can never play a positive role in the Middle East.Continue Reading
Poll: Support For One-State Solution Growing
2018-12-12
A debate limited to two states or perpetual occupation and apartheid has delivered the grim reality of 2018. The only boundary to insist upon, one that has have never erected, is full respect for the inalienable rights of Palestinians and Israelis alike.Continue Reading
U.S. Opinion On Israel Doesn’t Match The Politics
2018-11-30
The one story this poll does tell is that the imbalance in political contributions (where there is virtually no counterbalance at all) and in successfully conveying the Palestinian narrative (where there has been some movement, but not enough to change the overall public perception) is still the biggest obstacle that the side of peace, justice, and equal rights must overcome.Continue Reading