Charles Onians, Agence France Presse. October 31, 2011.
The acceptance of Palestine to the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is a step on the way to full UN membership.
Israel's expansion in the West Bank and Jerusalem is gaining momentum, ensuring that the “nation” that the U.N. might grant membership will be each day a little smaller.
It's outrageous that Washington is threatening the Palestinians and the UN itself with dire consequences if a move is made toward UN recognition of statehood.
Medea Benjamin, Allison McCracken, AlterNet. September 16, 2011.
The bias of some of our Congress members reinforces a disastrous U.S. policy of unconditional support for Israel that obstructs peace and runs counter to our national interests.
Jillian Kestler-D’Amours, IPS News. September 1, 2011.
Human rights groups are calling for the Israel government to develop a clear immigration policy and protocol to protect young children from being detained and deported.
The Congressional recess is a time for elected representatives to be home in their districts, reaching out to their constituents. So why are one in five taking a junket to Israel?
Whether or not the momentum driving these protests will inspire Israel’s left to include geopolitical issues amongst their demands is a question that remains.
Shalom Goldman, Religion Dispatches. July 31, 2011.
Unconditional support for Israel plays brilliantly with Beck's fans, and proximity to the ‘original seat of power’ can’t hurt when you’re embarking on a new venture.
Amy Goodman, Juan Gonzalez, Democracy Now!. July 26, 2011.
Israel has passed a law outlawing citizens from advocating for boycotts against any Israeli person or entity. The law is drawing criticism as an attack on freedom of speech.
