On ‘Lost Causes’ and the Future of Palestine On ‘Lost Causes’ and the Future of Palestine
The appearance of Palestinian defeat is an optical illusion—one that hides the probability of eventual Israeli defeat.
Dec 16, 2014 / Feature / Richard Falk
Déjà Vu in Jerusalem? Déjà Vu in Jerusalem?
In the latest round of violence, the Israeli government has been rebuked by its own security chief.
Nov 20, 2014 / Neve Gordon
Five Israeli Talking Points on Gaza—Debunked Five Israeli Talking Points on Gaza—Debunked
Israel claims that it is merely exercising its right to self-defense and that Gaza is no longer occupied. Here’s what you need to know about these talking points and more.
Jul 25, 2014 / Noura Erakat
Why Is a Nice Network Like MSNBC Silencing Protest Over Pro-Israeli Coverage? Why Is a Nice Network Like MSNBC Silencing Protest Over Pro-Israeli Coverage?
Now that former MSNBC contributor Rula Jebreal has been canned for stating the obvious—that Israeli voices overwhelmingly outnumber those of Palestinians, including at MSNBC—will a...
Jul 24, 2014 / Leslie Savan
Writers or Missionaries? Writers or Missionaries?
A reporter’s journey involves writing with a sense of history and without false consolation.
Jul 15, 2014 / Books & the Arts / Adam Shatz
Responses to Noam Chomsky on Israel-Palestine and BDS Responses to Noam Chomsky on Israel-Palestine and BDS
Writers defend the tactic of boycott, divestment, and sanctions.
Jul 10, 2014 / Yousef Munayyer, M.J. Rosenberg, Nadia Ben-Youssef, Ran Greenstein, and USACBI
On Israel-Palestine and BDS On Israel-Palestine and BDS
Those dedicated to the Palestinian cause should think carefully about the tactics they choose.
Jul 2, 2014 / Feature / Noam Chomsky
De Blasio Praises Israel, Quietly De Blasio Praises Israel, Quietly
In an address closed to the press and not even on his official schedule, the mayor said defending Israel is part of his job.
Jan 24, 2014 / Jarrett Murphy
A New Consensus on Public Space and ‘Free’ Speech on Israel/Palestine in New York City A New Consensus on Public Space and ‘Free’ Speech on Israel/Palestine in New York City
The LGBT Center and a host of high-profile New York City politicians have endorsed open debate of Israel-Palestine—only with ritual support for Israel's policies.
Feb 22, 2013 / Lisa Duggan
New York Dems Shouldn’t Make Political Hay of Brooklyn College’s Panel on BDS New York Dems Shouldn’t Make Political Hay of Brooklyn College’s Panel on BDS
Democrats’ condemnation of the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions discussion at Brooklyn College displays their concern for election results, not “academic freedom.”
Feb 5, 2013 / Katha Pollitt