My Activism section here serves as a rallying point for individuals passionate about driving positive change in the world. Through thought-provoking articles, inspiring stories, and insightful commentary, this category amplifies voices and initiatives that challenge the status quo, advocate for social justice, and promote meaningful action on pressing issues. From grassroots movements to global campaigns, Activism empowers readers to engage with activism in all its forms, whether it’s through volunteering, advocacy, or community organizing. It’s a space where activism is celebrated as a powerful force for progress and a catalyst for building a more equitable and inclusive society.
The United States, once a symbol of democracy, faces a gradual descent into authoritarianism, echoing historical patterns of repressive regimes. Naomi Wolf’s warnings about the erosion of democratic principles serve as a cautionary tale for other nations. Vigilance and action are crucial to resist these trends and protect liberty and justice.
The piece commemorates Remembrance Day, urging reflection on Western values of liberty and justice while critiquing silence amid the suffering of Palestinian civilians. It emphasizes that true honor for fallen heroes lies in upholding humane principles universally, advocating for accountability and compassion in the face of atrocities, regardless of political affiliations.
The Israeli–Palestinian conflict is often framed as an age-old struggle between two distinct peoples, each claiming rightful ownership of the…
History has repeatedly shown that when a society arrests students for protesting, it signals a profound erosion of democratic values,…
Birthright Israel was conceived as a cultural pilgrimage designed to reconnect young Jewish adults with their historical homeland. For many…
The essay highlights the choices made by Zionist leaders during the Holocaust, particularly their focus on establishing a Jewish state in Palestine at the expense of broader rescue efforts. This approach led to significant loss of life and has shaped contemporary discussions around Zionism, memory, and ongoing injustices faced by Palestinians.
Am I My Brother’s Keeper? Once read, it’s unforgettable. In The Brothers Karamazov, Dostoevsky pens a scene so devastating, so…
Emerging from the horrors of the Holocaust and centuries of systemic antisemitism, Israel promised to be a sanctuary where Jews could live free from fear. Yet, over seven decades later, the question arises: has Israel fulfilled its promise of safety, or has it inadvertently placed its Jewish population in even greater danger?
In Women in the Qur’an: An Emancipatory Reading, Lamrabet presents a feminist theology deeply rooted in the original meanings of the Qur’anic verses. Her work is not just a defense of women’s rights but a call to return to the ethical principles of justice and equality that she believes are inherent in the Qur’an.
Western support for Israel has often been built on the idea that Israel, as a democracy in the Middle East, shares the same values as Western nations. This belief has shaped foreign policy and public opinion for decades. However, a closer examination reveals that these supposed “shared values” are more myth than reality. Israel’s policies toward Palestinians, particularly under the leadership of Benjamin Netanyahu, challenge the notion that Israel practices the same democratic principles and human rights standards cherished in the West.