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From Opium to Oil: Are We Already Living Through a World War?
The Opium Wars may feel distant, but the logic behind them does not. Trade, … Continue reading
The Politics of Entertainment
From Commodus in ancient Rome to the Oscars, Olympic spectacle, music shaped by exile, … Continue reading
The Family Stories We Tell at Passover
At Passover, we retell the ancient story of slavery and freedom, but around many … Continue reading
More Than Two Years After October 7
More than two years after October 7, I reflect on how that day changed … Continue reading
Purim During the Shoah: Religious Resistance and Survival
On Purim, I share two articles exploring Jewish religious resistance during the Holocaust. What … Continue reading
When Political Speeches Matter
A political speech is usually forgotten as soon as it ends. But some endure … Continue reading