BDS in Cambridge, Settler Violence, and Israeli Elections

Three issues are drawing our attention this week, from Cambridge City Hall to the West Bank and Israel's upcoming elections. Following a contentious Cambridge City Council hearing on two proposals targeting businesses connected to Israel, JCRC CEO Jeremy Burton discusses what happened, what comes next, and how Jewish residents are working to make their voices heard. Then, we turn to escalating violence by Jewish extremists in the West Bank, why the Israeli government's failure to protect Palestinian civilians demands condemnation, and how criticism of Israeli policies on this issue still come from a deep commitment to Israel and its founding values. Finally, with Israeli elections approaching, we talk about Israel's parliamentary system, why election night won't necessarily produce a new prime minister, and what JCRC's longstanding commitments mean for the next Israeli government — whoever leads it. The Cambridge City Council has not yet voted on these proposals, and there's still time to make your voice heard. Submit written comments to [email protected] urging councilors to reject them.