Advertisements Rashida Tlaib being under assault is nothing new. But in her newly-redrawn district this time, she is facing an even bigger challenge: a new SuperPAC that was assembled by a “coalition of African American business, political and civic leaders, working alongside peers in the Jewish community.” Worse, the attacksContinue Reading
Advertisements At Responsible Statecraft, I discuss the letter to Joe Biden from over 100 groups calling for a new policy that addresses Palestinian rights. You can find the press release about the letter at this link. You can find the text of the letter at this one. You can also signContinue Reading
Advertisements Jeff Halper is the long-time director of the Israeli Committee Against House Demolitions (ICAHD) and co-chair of the One Democratic State Campaign. He is also an old friend and colleague. On Sunday, Jeff—whose insights and analysis I always find fascinating even when I debate them—posted on Facebook about theContinue Reading
A caucus like this new one must include the widest possible scope of legitimate views, but Zeldin’s history reflects views that fall outside the scope of legitimacy. His presence in this caucus is fundamentally incompatible with a stance opposing white nationalism, anti-Semitism, and racism. Moreover, the association of this caucus with Rep. John Lewis (D-GA) will undoubtedly give Zeldin cover for more attacks on people of color over the issue of Palestine. If the caucus is to have legitimacy, Zeldin cannot be a part of it.Continue Reading
