NOTE: Over the past few days, I've published two new pieces. The first deals with Israel's arms trade with some of the most genocidal regimes in the world. It's my first piece published at Jacobin Magazine. The second, published by Middle East Eye, puts into context the recent Gaza hostilities, their impact on Israeli politics, and the likelihood the … [Read more...]
The U.S. Midterm Elections: the Blue Trickle
Tonight was not the major Democratic victory that many expected. There was talk in the media of a Blue Wave that would sweep the Democrats to control of the House. Instead, it was a Blue Trickle. Or as The Hill put it: the blue wave met a red wall. Dems knew prospects were dimmer in the Senate. But they hoped they could lose no more than one seat of … [Read more...]
Pittsburgh Jews to Trump: Stay Away!
A group of Pittsburgh Jews associated with the national social justice organization, Bend the Arc, announced today that Pres. Trump was unwelcome in the local Jewish community till he denounced white supremacy, the type of hate which fueled the murder spree of Robert Bowers. I offer a hearty mazel tov to them for their forthrightness in confronting the … [Read more...]
Bombs and a Murder: Trump and MBS Share Even More Than You Think
This week’s news that an unidentified bomber has mailed explosive devices to a number of leading Democrats, including former President Barack Obama, roused glib sympathy and a rare dose of civility in Donald Trump. In a campaign speech reported by the Guardian, he said: “Any acts or threats of political violence are an attack on our democracy itself,” he … [Read more...]
