The Houthis Expand Their Influence into Africa
Working with al-Qaeda.
April 16, 2025
Israelis Are Happy Because of a Shared Sense of National Purpose
A lesson in good tribalism.
Once again, Israel has found itself near the top (eighth out of 147 counties), in Gallup’s world happiness rankings—despite war and political polarization. Gil Troy and Natan Sharansky argue that these remarkable results stem from a strong feeling of collective national purpose. Such sentiments have been sorely diminished in the U.S. (ranked 24th), where
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Israelis Are Happy Because of a Shared Sense of National Purpose
A lesson in good tribalism.
Lessons from the Kidnapping of a Jewish Businessman 50 Years Ago
A familiar mixture of anti-Semitism, anti-Zionism, and class and racial resentment.
The Jews Who Defended Slavery, and Those Who Risked Everything to Fight against It
Abolitionism wasn’t welcoming to Jewish sympathizers.
Baking Matzah in War-Torn Ukraine
Despite ravaged wheat fields and a naval blockade, exports continue.