Author Archive: Rachel Liel

Thinking Locally

An initial analysis of the results from last week’s local elections in Israel shows grounds for optimism, but also cause for concern.

Restore American Jews’ faith in Israel

The last four years created an unprecedented and dangerous alienation between the Israeli leadership and liberal American Jewry.

Government by Executing the Messenger

Government by Executing the Messenger By Rachel Liel Ostensibly, a stormy debate is proceeding in Israel.  It’s “There’s no one to talk to” versus “Abu Mazen is a partner.”  It’s “Let’s not turn into Greece or Spain” opposing “The middle class has turned into the government’s ATM.”  It’s “Throw Hanin Zoabi out of parliament” against…