Birthright
J Street Launches Birthright-Style Israel Trip That Will Include Palestinians
Birthright has been criticized by left-wing activists for not sufficiently discussing Israel’s control of the West Bank.
Sorry, Haters: Birthright Had Its Biggest Year Ever
I’m glad to hear Birthright has had a banner year, and that I led a trip during that year.
What Really Happened During The Birthright Walkouts
I was a participant on one of the Birthright trips that IfNotNow activists disrupted; don’t believe their propaganda about how things went down.
You Can’t Be An Effective American Zionist Without Witnessing The Occupation Firsthand
In order to advocate for the ideal Israel, you have to witness how far the state has fallen from Jewish values in the occupied territories.
Zoroastrians Can Travel To India On Birthright-Inspired Trip
Today, it’s one of the world’s smallest religions. Return to Roots Zoroastrians with their heritage, which may be in danger of disappearing.
Birthright Will Fail If It Doesn’t Evolve With Young Jews
Instead of seeing Israel as a Jewish Disneyland, young American Jews will see it as a country that is precious and in urgent need of moral repair.
Walking Off Birthright? Check Your Privilege
Taking someone else’s money for a free trip and demanding the voyage fit your political perspective is entitlement.
After Getting Kicked Off Birthright, Trio Regroups In West Bank
“We didn’t have any plans because we weren’t planning to get kicked off.”
Birthright Alumni Reflect On The New Trip Guidelines
We asked our readers to weigh in, and here are a few of their answers.
Of Course Birthright Is One-Sided. That’s What Makes It Great.
Birthright is an excellent way for young Jews to learn about the difference between the reality of Israel and a PR version presented by Birthright.
