The Importance of Miracles in Zionism

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There was zero chance in 1897 that there would be an Israel in its homeland from the 2000 years earlier. Zionism had only banked on the things that there was some small chance you and I would not be having this conversation. The real debate over whether or not to make the Jewish state in Palestine really comes in about 1903 1904, says Rabbi Shmuley Boteach.

As Israel turns 75, has it fulfilled the promise of its founders? Daniel Gordis of Shalem College talks about his book, Impossible Takes Longer, with EconTalk's Russ Roberts looking at the successes and failures of Israel. Topics discussed include the history of Zionism, the plight of the Palestinians, the Jewishness of the Jewish state, and the current debate in Israel over judicial reform.