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Michael B. Oren


Zohan and the Quest for Jewish Utopia
Adam Sandler's hit comedy reflects a deep divide between Israeli and American Jews.
Autumn 5769 / 2008, no. 34

The Second War of Independence
Fifty years later, the lessons of the Suez War are only now becoming clear.
Winter 5767 / 2007, no. 27

Jews and the Challenge of Sovereignty
Is "Jewish state" a contradiction in terms?
Winter 5766 / 2006, no. 23

Save the Citizens’ Army
Winter 5765 / 2005, no. 19

Levi Eshkol, Forgotten Hero
Israel’s third prime minister offers a different model of Jewish leadership.
Winter 5763 / 2003, no. 14

Orde Wingate: Friend Under Fire
The new historians take aim at the father of the IDF.
Winter 5761 / 2001, no. 10

The 'USS Liberty': Case Closed
June 8, 1967: Why did the IDF open fire on an American spy ship?
Spring 5760 / 2000, no. 9

Did Israel Want the Six Day War?
Newly released documents reveal the government's true motives during the tense weeks leading up to June 5, 1967.
Spring 5759 / 1999, no. 7

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