Zionism
University of Michigan. (Photo by Dennis Sparks, courtesy of Flickr.com)
May 13, 2026, 9:44 am
The Palestinianization of the University of Michigan commencement address
Singing for the pro-Palestinian protesters as warriors for social justice is as ludicrous as the narrative from which it emerges.
By Donna Robinson Divine and Asaf Romirowsky
(Jewish Telegraphic Agency)
February 22, 2026, 5:18 pm
I asked my Jewish readers if they’re Zionists. Here’s what they told me.
An unscientific sample supports a JFNA survey: American supporters of Israel often hesitate to call themselves “Zionists.”
By Andrew Silow-Carroll
Mixed USA and Israel flag, three dimensional render, illustration. (Rendering by daboost, courtesy of istock)
February 11, 2026, 11:50 am
The ‘Zionism’ gap: What data really shows about Jews, Israel and Zionism today
For us, Zionism means supporting the state of Israel and the Israeli people and uniting the Jewish people behind this shared commitment.
By Mimi Kravetz
Participants cheer and dance during the Celebrate Israel Parade up Fifth Avenue on May 18, 2025 in New York City. (Alexi Rosenfeld/Getty Images)
February 5, 2026, 9:40 am
JFNA survey: Most US Jews do not identify as ‘Zionists,’ even if they support Israel
The survey also found that 7% of American Jews identify as anti-Zionist, rising to 14% among young adults.
By Andrew Lapin
Our Lady J at The Elizabeth Taylor Night of Compassion held at The Beverly Hills Hotel on Sept. 18, 2025 in Beverly Hills, California. (Tommaso Boddi/Variety via Getty Images)
January 8, 2026, 12:34 pm
Trans screenwriter Our Lady J condemns anti-Zionism in LGBTQ spaces
“Zionists have always been at the core of LGBTQ progress,” said J on social media.
By Grace Gilson
Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove of the Park Avenue Synagogue addresses attendees of the Biennial National Assembly of the American Zionist Movement in New York City on Dec. 8, 2025. (Jewish Telegraphic Agency)
December 9, 2025, 11:10 am
NYC rabbi who spurred anti-Mamdani push turns criticism toward Jews and Israel
Elliot Cosgrove called for a “new chapter of American Zionism” at the convention of the American Zionist Movement.
By Grace Gilson
June 11, 2025, 9:03 am
Chronicle poll results: Zionism
We asked our readers: "Are you a Zionist?" Here's what they said.
By Toby Tabachnick
A June 20 event is encouraging young adults to create community and explore connections to the Jewish State. (Photo by Markus Winkler via Pexels)
June 6, 2025, 4:13 pm
Shabbat Social brings Zionism to the forefront for young adults
Upcoming event encourages 'joyful conversation about what it means to be a Zionist and to have a connection to Israel'
By Adam Reinherz
June 5, 2025, 8:21 am
Chronicle poll question
Are you a Zionist?
Votes in the World Zionist Congress Elections determine the outcome of more than $1 billion. (Photo by cottonbro studio via Pexels)
March 31, 2025, 1:33 pm
OIC-Mizrachi representatives encourage Pittsburghers to vote in World Zionist Congress elections
With more than $1 billion up for grabs, listeners told to seize a democratic opportunity
By Adam Reinherz
Recent videos and images shared by the Betar US social media account in February 2025 that helped lead the Anti-Defamation League to add the group to their glossary of extremism include (l-r) a video of a man yelling profane remarks at a New York mosque; a video of comedian Michael Rapaport praising Rabbi Meir Kahane; and a post praising the Proud Boys. (Screenshots via X)
February 25, 2025, 9:18 am
Right-wing Zionist group Betar wars with ADL after being added to its extremism database
Betar’s founder barged into a meeting of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations and was removed by security.
By Andrew Lapin
Yizhar Hess wants North American Jews to vote. (Photo courtesy of Daniel Livingston)
December 11, 2024, 10:16 am
Democracy in Israel requires voting in North America, says World Zionist Organization vice chair
Economics is one reason to vote. Post-war Israel is another
By Adam Reinherz
November 25, 2024, 2:22 pm
Post-Oct. 7, a Pittsburgher re-embraces her Jewish roots
Blumenfeld called the conversation a “catalyst moment” and said she walked away from it an atheist.
By David Rullo
More than 300 community members gathered at the JCC in Squirrel Hill to mourn the murder of six hostages in Gaza last week. Ben Wecht argues that its important for the Jewish communitiy not to splinter during divisive times. (Photo by Toby Tabachnick)
September 19, 2024, 9:35 am
Hanging together: A call for Jewish unity in divisive times
As Jews, however, it’s vital to remember that we constitute a mere 2.4% of the U.S. population. As Zionists we're a smaller number.
By Ben Wecht
Cancel. (By Focal Foto, courtesy of flickr.com)
August 28, 2024, 1:18 pm
A Brooklyn bookstore canceled my discussion of Judaism over my Zionism
Here's what I learned
By Rabbi Andy Bachman
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