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A collection of articles from a diverse group of Jewish leaders and thinkers that cover philosophical aspects of Jewish Peoplehood as well as practical implications for Jewish organizations, schools and communities. Over the years, the Papers have covered a large range of topics relating to Jewish Peoplehood.
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Islands of Sovereignty: Internalizing Zionism
Amitai Fraiman
Fraiman argues that both Israel and the Diaspora must internalize Jewish sovereignty and Israel by embracing its responsibilities as a majority, and Diaspora Jews by exercising civic Jewish agency through institutions like JCCs, creating complementary "islands of sovereignty" across the Jewish world.
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35.2
Zionism as a Pro-Civilization Movement: Finding the Golden Path with the “Other”
Aharon Ariel Lavi
Lavi calls for Zionism to model a "pro-civilization" path that balances identity with openness, reanimating the Abrahamic story to foster cooperation among Jews, Muslims, and Christians in a fragmented world.
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35.8
“The Israeli Government” and “The Jewish State” Are Not the Same
Alon Friedman
Friedman distinguishes between Israel as the homeland of the Jewish people and its current government, emphasizing that both Israelis and Diaspora Jews must stay engaged in repairing the Zionist project rather than abandoning it.
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35.3
Integrative Zionism: Beyond the Villa in the Jungle and Toward a Regional Future
Chama Mechtaly
Mechtaly envisions an "Integrative Zionism" that reclaims Israel's Eastern and regional identities, promoting cultural fluency and partnership with neighboring societies as the key to Israel's long-term security and belonging in the Middle East.
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35.1
Zionism 2025: Israel as National Liberation Movement
Sara Yael Hirschhorn
Hirschhorn argues that Israel must renew its founding mission as a national liberation movement, balancing Jewish self-determination and democracy, to revitalize Zionism's vision and sustain the State's moral and political strength toward its centenary.
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35.6
From Peril to Possibility: Telling Zionism’s Story in a Challenging Time
Jonathan Golden
Golden proposes using the Heart, Head, Hand framework to help Jews engage in courageous, compassionate dialogue about Zionism and Israel, transforming division into renewed vision and connection.
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35.4
Israeli Diasporas: The Normalization of the Zionist Project
Elan Ezrachi
Ezrachi reframes Israeli emigration as a natural and even positive outcome of Zionism's success, proposing that Israelis abroad strengthen global Jewish peoplehood and extend Israel's cultural and ideological reach.
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35.1
Fearless Zionism: Cultivating “Eternal Jews” and “1948 Zionists” — while Confronting Un-Jews
Gil Troy
Troy calls for a revitalized, fearless Zionism rooted in Jewish peoplehood, moral courage, and solidarity, confronting both antisemitism and internal voices that seek to sever Judaism from Zionism and Jewish unity.
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35.2
The Role of American Jewish Philanthropy in Israel Today
Judah Ari Gross
Gross argues that post-October 7, American Jewish philanthropists must move beyond passive giving toward informed, collaborative, and strategic engagement to strengthen Israel's long-term vitality and democracy.
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