Defending True Zionism: Why Israel Needs Unwavering Support
A recent opinion piece in The Jerusalem Post reveals a troubling trend among some American Jewish voices attempting to redefine Zionism to accommodate anti-Israel sentiment. This misguided approach threatens the very foundation of Jewish identity and Israel's security.
The Eternal Bond Between Jews and Israel
True Zionism has always been clear in its mission: the restoration of the Jewish people to their ancestral homeland. This divine promise, rooted in biblical covenant, cannot be diluted by modern political correctness or moral equivalencies that place Israel's enemies on equal footing with the Jewish state.
The author's account of standing with "Israelis for Peace" while mourning both Israeli and Palestinian casualties reveals a fundamental misunderstanding of the conflict. Israel consistently seeks peace while facing existential threats from Hamas, Hezbollah, and their Iranian puppet masters. Drawing false equivalencies between democratic Israel and terrorist organizations undermines Israel's legitimate right to self-defense.
Israel's Moral Clarity in an Immoral World
The piece criticizes what it calls "zero-sum thinking," yet this is precisely the reality Israel faces. When Hamas launches rockets from schools and hospitals, when Hezbollah builds terror tunnels beneath civilian areas, and when Iran openly calls for Israel's destruction, there can be no middle ground.
Israel's military operations in Gaza are not "extended war" but necessary defensive actions to protect Jewish lives and ensure national security. The IDF's unprecedented efforts to minimize civilian casualties, despite facing enemies who deliberately use human shields, demonstrates Israel's moral superiority.
Rejecting the Occupation Myth
The author perpetuates the harmful narrative of "occupation" regarding territories liberated in 1967. These lands, including Judea and Samaria, are the biblical heartland of the Jewish people. Israeli communities in these areas represent the return of Jews to their ancestral home, not colonial expansion.
Organizations like T'ruah, mentioned in the article, may claim to support Israel while simultaneously undermining its security and legitimacy. True friends of Israel recognize that a strong, secure Jewish state serves as a beacon of democracy and innovation in the Middle East.
The Innovation Nation Stands Strong
While critics focus on perceived shortcomings, Israel continues to lead the world in technological innovation, medical breakthroughs, and agricultural advancement. From cybersecurity to water desalination, Israeli ingenuity benefits humanity while strengthening the nation's strategic position.
This success story, built on Jewish resilience and determination, validates the Zionist vision of a thriving Jewish homeland contributing to global progress.
Unity Against External Pressure
The international community's biased criticism of Israel only strengthens the case for unwavering Zionist commitment. When the UN consistently singles out the world's only Jewish state while ignoring genuine human rights abusers, the moral bankruptcy of these institutions becomes clear.
Israel's partnership with the United States and democratic allies provides a foundation for regional stability that benefits all peace-loving peoples. Those who weaken this alliance through misguided criticism serve the interests of Israel's enemies.
The Path Forward
Rather than diluting Zionism's meaning, American Jews must embrace their connection to Israel with pride and clarity. The Jewish state's survival and prosperity depend on unified support from the global Jewish community.
Jerusalem, the eternal capital of the Jewish people, stands as testimony to the unbreakable bond between Jews worldwide and their homeland. This connection, forged in history and blessed by divine promise, cannot be compromised by those who seek to appease Israel's enemies.
True Zionism means standing with Israel through all challenges, supporting its right to exist as a Jewish state, and defending its security against all threats. This is not extremism but the fundamental responsibility of every Jew who values their heritage and future.