President Biden won Michigan's primary but faced dissent from voters signaling discontent with his stance on Israel's response to Hamas.
Muslims and Arab Americans in Michigan expressed dissatisfaction with Biden's actions regarding the Hamas attack, resulting in protest votes during the primary. [ more ]
Biden Threatens to Veto Bill That Would Help Israel but Not Ukraine
President Biden vows to veto a House Republican bill providing aid to Israel as a political maneuver to hinder broader legislation.
Biden administration opposes the House bill, emphasizing the need for border security, support for Ukraine, and humanitarian assistance to Palestinian civilians. [ more ]
EU: Hamas did not siphon off development aid DW 11/22/2023
The European Union has decided to continue providing development aid to the West Bank and Gaza Strip after reviewing its aid following a Hamas attack on Israel.
No evidence of misappropriation of EU funds by Hamas has been found.
Germany also plans to continue providing aid to the Palestinian territories. [ more ]
Two Jewish Writers, a Bottle of Whiskey, and a Post-October 7 Reality
Hamas's attack on October 7 had a profound impact on Israelis and Jews, creating a sense of continuous nightmare and rupture.
The authors Joshua Cohen and Ruby Namdar provide a unique perspective on the Jewish condition through their novels and offer insights into questions of identity and belonging. [ more ]