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The real drama these days: The Zionist movement almost split

October 22 marked the conclusion of the 38th Zionist Congress. Before you yawn, listen to what happened behind the scenes and why this Congress of representatives from all streams and parties was actually the most important since Israel’s establishment. Read more » »

Reform leaders warn Netanyahu over Orthodox takeover of Zionist institutions

Representatives of Reform Jewish communities across North America warned Thursday that the implementation of an agreement that would effectively strip the progressive Zionist movements and parties of influence in key institutions would have dire consequences for Israel’s relations with the Diaspora. Read more » »

Australian Aboriginal activists protested against the Nazis. Time for us Jews to return the favor

On November 9-10, Jews around the globe commemorate Kristallnacht, a day in 1938 when around 7,500 Jewish businesses and 191 synagogues were destroyed, and thousands of Jews were taken to concentration camps or murdered by the Nazis. Read more » »