Zionism

Zionism is the nationalistic movement in Judaism which calls on immense support and identification with the historical Jewish homeland in Israel. The movement originated in the late 19th century in central and eastern Europe around the goal of creating a Jewish state in Palestine - then controlled by the Ottoman Empire. Leaders of the movement sought to liberate Jews from anti-Semitism and persecution in the diaspora through the reestablishment of a Jewish state. Since the 1948 establishment of Israel, Zionism refers to advocacy on behalf of Israel.
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Was J. Robert Oppenheimer a Zionist? Sort of

Oppenheimer’s visits to Israel and his advisory role at the Weizmann Institute do not make him a Zionist. However, two speeches that he gave indicate that he empathized with the Zionist enterprise.

By JACOB SIVAK
17/12/2024
  An aerial view of Hebrew University of Jerusalem's Mount Scopus campus.

Grapevine: Life science leaders

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

Australian Jews have been shunted aside, but not all hope is lost

Jews must hide their identity, Australian politicians criminalize Israel, and antisemites run wild.

Columbia professor who praised Hamas massacre to teach course on Zionism

Professor Joseph Massad will be teaching an undergraduate course History of the Jewish Enlightenment (Haskala) in 19th century Europe and the development of Zionism.

I am a secular Israeli, do not deny my existence

"I think there is no such thing as a secular person who lives in our country," MK Simcha Rothman said in an interview on Daniel Dushi’s podcast.

My High School Journey to Israel - Opinion

"Muss has truly transformed me. I’ve gained important life skills, experienced thousands of years of history, and developed a strong Zionist identity".

By HADLEY COHEN
15/12/2024

'We come and roll up our sleeves and do the work'

Jewish National Fund-USA National President Deb Lust Zaluda at JPost Miami Summit.

 World Zionist Organization Chairman Yaakov Hagoel recieved a special award during Miami Summit.

Jewish Diaspora’s resilience and unity shine in WZO Chairman Yaakov Hagoel Miami Summit address

Yaakov Hagoel at Miami Summit: 'The Jewish diaspora mobilized in an extraordinary way in support of Israel.'

Sky news Australia fires pro-Israel presenter Erin Molan

Her firing comes just a few months after she announced she was receiving hate and threats for her support of Israel.

'Pope can't rewrite Bible - Jesus was a Jew from Judea, not Palestinian,' Christian leader says

A nativity scene featuring baby Jesus wrapped in a keffiyeh was unveiled at Pope Francis’ Nativity Scene and Christmas Tree inauguration on Saturday in St. Peter’s Square.

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