Zionism

Zionism is the nationalistic movement in Judaism which calls on immense support and identification with the historical Jewish homeland in Israel. The movement originated in the late 19th century in central and eastern Europe around the goal of creating a Jewish state in Palestine - then controlled by the Ottoman Empire. Leaders of the movement sought to liberate Jews from anti-Semitism and persecution in the diaspora through the reestablishment of a Jewish state. Since the 1948 establishment of Israel, Zionism refers to advocacy on behalf of Israel.
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US sees increase in candidates and slates for election to World Zionist Congress

The slates represent a variety of different ideological, political, cultural, and religious American Zionist beliefs and movements. The candidates reportedly hail from 43 US states and territories.

To stop the Israeli exodus, we need a constitution

Israel's record-high emigration isn't just about war and economics – it's about a deeper crisis of democracy that only constitutional reform can solve.

Diaspora Jewish leaders' efforts to support Israel must be acknowledged

"President Herzog chose these leaders for their unwavering commitment to Israel and their exceptional support of the Jewish people over decades of endeavors."

Israel is strong enough to handle increased emigration

A pragmatic approach is needed that maintains ties with emigrants and their younger generations.

By DR. ESTHER LUZZATTO
10/01/2025

Norwegian teen kicked out of convenience store 'for being a Jew'

The clerk allegedly responded by calling Elpeleg a “child murderer” and told him he was no longer allowed in the store.

Solomon Schechter school embodied a bygone American, Zionist, NY Jewish dream

American Jewry is diversifying demographically. It’s no longer the overwhelmingly Democratic and Eastern European community of my youth. Just look how many Queens Jews voted for Donald Trump.

By GIL TROY/JTA
08/01/2025

What irks Israel’s right wing?

The shunning, turning the Zionist Right into the ultimate “other,” politically, socially, and economically, set in motion a psychological mindset among Israel’s cultural elite.

It's our responsibility as Jews to revisit, educate ourselves on our own history

"A generation without history is a generation that not only loses a nation’s memory but loses a sense of what it’s like to be inside a human skin.”

By SABRINA SOFFER
07/01/2025

‘Hero of Israeli Society’: CAM CEO Sacha Roytman recognized for post Oct. 7 work

Roytman, along with Druze-Israeli activist Lorena Khateeb, won the “Public Diplomacy and the Struggle for Israel” category of the award.

Pro-Palestinian supporters block doorways as they attach themselves using ‘sleeping dragon’ devices

We need to adjust our approach to Israel advocacy

The American Jewish community must rethink its strategy, shifting from reactive defenses to proactive, grassroots efforts that empower individuals and promote positive narratives about Israel.

By TODD L. PITTINSKY
06/01/2025
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