BI in Context [Old MOOS Additional References]

Reflections on the very different way in which Western societies have responded to the terrorist attacks of September 11 and October 7.

Reflections on the execution of six Israeli hostages after so many months of captivity -- an act of self-dehumanization on the part of Hamas that seems designed to further compound the tragedy.

An argument for holding democratic institutions to a more reasonable standard -- one that reflects the fact that we are a long ways from figuring out a perfect process for governing ourselves.

For those who see Democrats as defenders of our democratic (and Constitutional) institutions, a worrying story about the many Democrats who are embracing radical changes to those institutions.

Detailing the seven steps of the authoritarian playbook, Bassin invites us all to put aside our differences and rethink our role in the fight for freedom, revealing the hope and power behind every choice we make.

An attempt to answer one of today's big mysteries -- why do Palestinians (who are so hostile to so many progressive beliefs) enjoy such strong support from the political left.

A short video making the argument that the conflict between Israel and its neighbors is about religion, not land.

An interesting website that tries to balance mainstream media reports about the Middle East with easier access to "the other side of the story."

A look at the many instances in which the "land for peace" strategy that peacebuilders have urged upon Israel has failed (and reasons for us to ask harder questions about how best to deal with intractable conflict).

A critical look at the anti-Zionism movement and an argument that the movement is a major contributor to global suffering.