Fault Lines

In the most recent episode, Peter Beinart and Daniel Gordis grappled with the American Jewish millennials who have started to lose faith in the Two-State Solution. The Two-State Solution has long been considered the only legitimate end to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, but new times are prompting the question: what if the Two-State Solution is dead? Is there any way to solve the conflict without it? And is it worth it to make small improvements, or should people wait until a solution is finalized before making changes to the reality on the ground?

The Israeli occupation in the West Bank has polarized the American Jewish community. One demonstration of this fact is in IfNotNow, who has emerged as one of the most influential movements on the Jewish left. Members of IfNotNow are expressing their disdain for Israeli policy by actively pushing American Jews to stop supporting the occupation.In the 11th episode of Fault Lines’ first season, Daniel Gordis and Peter Beinart discuss IfNotNow, its protest at AIPAC, and its implication for the future of the American Jewish community. Peter Beinart has written about IfNotNow in the past, from a complimentary and critical perspective, and espouses a generally favorable opinion towards the young group. At the beginning of this podcast, Daniel Gordis calls them naive, and stated that he “was infuriated” by IfNotNow’s actions at the AIPAC Policy Conference.

Fault Lines episode 10Listen as Peter Beinart and Daniel Gordis parse the Israeli conflict. The issues are vast and the opinions fly during the course of this conversation. Learn about the historic issues that plague this region. Can this conflict ever be resolved? Is it possible for President Donald Trump to make a historic deal resulting in peace? What are your thoughts? Start the conversation here community@forward.com

Comfort is not a Jewish value.Listen to Peter Beinart and Daniel Gordis' lively conversation regarding the Jewish community’s response to President Donald Trump. What role does journalism play? Who has assumed Heschel's role today of opining on current events through the lens of Jewish ethics? And what is the impact of money and fundraising play on taking a public stance?

A compelling discussion about American Jews and Muslims in the age of Trump.

Israel is at war over the battle for legitimacy. Listen to the lively discussion from Peter Beinart and Daniel Gordis as they unpack these complicated issues.

Peter Beinart and Daniel Gordis delve into the complex issues American Jews face on college campuses today.

An unconventional post-Purim dialogue on the joys and angst of the holiday.

Listen in on the engaging debates between Forward senior columnist, Peter Beinart and Koret Distinguished Fellow, Daniel Gordis as they cross their ideological divides to tackle pressing issues facing the Jewish community. Peter and Daniel prove that meaningful conversation can take place despite significant fault lines.