Jewish leaders and Hamas supporters condemn Mayor Mamdani as New York commemorates October 7.
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October 7: How Can So Many People Celebrate a Massacre?
Remember, pro-Palestinian protesters cheered cold-blooded mass murder even before Israel retaliated.
So What If the Democrats Are Divided on the Middle East? Embrace It
By accepting that different candidates hold different Middle East positions, Democrats can avoid having their primaries become divisive, de facto policy referendums.
“Does Trump Deserve Credit for the Ceasefire?” Is the Wrong Question
The strategic failures of Israel and Hamas are far more important cautionary tales to learn from.
Lebanon’s Precarious Future
The collapse of Hezbollah’s dominance has left a power vacuum in Lebanon—and a rare opening to reimagine the state. But without reform, aid, disarmament, and a rethinking of the centralized system of governance, the country risks falling back into the abyss.
Doctors Should Leave Their Politics at Home
If medical professionals want to oppose Israel or fight for some cause, they should do it on their own time. Cosplay and die-ins only stress patients, alienate colleagues, and distract from their mission.
Do Americans Want a Two-State Solution?
Also in the May 2, 2024 newsletter, will a presidential transition in 2024 go any better than four years ago?
The Divestment Encampments Don’t Make Any Sense
The demand that universities unload any investments having to do with Israel is half-baked and bound to fail.
The 48 Hours When Joe Biden Saved Us From World War III
Plus, inside Day Four of the Trump trial, the Supreme Court takes on homelessness, and Trump’s vow to crush the civil service—all in the April 23, 2024 newsletter.
Al Sharpton Stands Up for Israel
If you’re surprised that the civil rights leader and MSNBC host has broken with the left on Hamas, you haven’t been paying attention.

