FUTURE OF JEWISH
Israelis don’t care what you think about Zionism
Joshua Hoffman
March 9, 2025

…The idea that American Jews, nearly all of whom have never lived in Israel, can define and redefine Zionism is laughable to say the least. It’s cute, in a way. College students with Che Guevara t-shirts, think tank interns who just discovered the word sababa, and even some clueless “progressive Jews” all seem to think that the fate of the Jewish state hinges on how they feel about it. As if Israel is a reality show waiting for audience approval. None of this is surprising, of course. Americans in general have grossly overvalued their opinions and perspectives on the world stage, known as “American exceptionalism.” Unsurprisingly, many American Jews have acquired this mentality. There is also the fact that American Jews, on the whole, are a very successful minority in the most impactful country in our post-World War II world. We should also note that parts of American culture give people an unfounded sense of entitlement, especially those who come from homes with money and means. READ MORE