THE IVORY TOWER: Israel, Beyond The Terrorism

From: Forward | Date: January 24, 2003| Author: Troy, Gil | Copyright information


Forward

01-24-2003

Oddly energized by the intellectual onslaught against the Jewish state,
"Israel advocacy" is hot on campus these days. Yet there must be more to a
Jew's relationship with the Jewish state than countering "myths" with
"facts." We need a more positive and meaningful engagement with Israel.

Alas, too many community leaders stereotype Israel as the victim, while too
many of us only respond to Israel sob stories or crisis calls. Wh...

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