Mark Oppenheimer defends Israel's war as just, while Raja Halwani argues it's unjust. They discuss Hamas ideology, civilian casualties, historical context, and one-state vs. two-state solutions in the Israel-Palestine conflict.

Mark Oppenheimer, a contributing writer for The Atlantic and host of his own podcast, dives deep into the complexities of anti-Semitism and Jewish identity. He discusses the distressing legacy of discriminatory practices at Ivy League schools, the historical context of Jewish persecution, and the evolving nuances of cultural identity. Oppenheimer also reflects on the Tree of Life synagogue shooting, contextualizing contemporary threats to Jewish communities. His insights challenge common misconceptions and highlight the unique nature of anti-Semitism within broader societal biases.

Mark Oppenheimer, an expert in the relationship between Jews and American universities, discusses the changing perspective on elite universities and the experiences of Jewish students. They explore anti-Semitism, the dynamics of power structures, the trade-off between safety and free speech, the evolution of college culture and Jewish life, and the political implications of college campus trends.

Mark Oppenheimer, host of the podcast Gatecrashers and expert on the hidden history of the relationship between Jews and the Ivy League, discusses efforts to keep Jews out of Ivy League institutions, the impact on college admissions processes, and current lawsuits. The podcast also covers topics such as education system size, gut health, life insurance, racism in Massachusetts, and foster care disproportionality, including a critique of MSNBC's coverage and proposed solutions.

Writer Mark Oppenheimer spent the last few years documenting the recovery of Pittsburg's Squirrel Hill neighborhood, a historic Jewish neighborhood and site of the 2018 Tree of Life Synagogue mass shooting. Oppenheimer discusses the history of Squirrel Hill, the lasting impacts of the attack, and what it means for American Jewish life today.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.