Tag: World Zionist Congress
A Quiz About Israel and Hamas for Politicians, Pundits, and Protesters
The six-month anniversary of the savage Hamas terrorist attack of October 7 came and went, and I was left with the feeling that less and less of the American politicians, TV talking heads, protesters,...
AZM announces how new US Slates can run for the 39th World Zionist Congress
Initial preparations are underway for the next US Election for the World Zionist Congress (WZC). The American Zionist Movement (AZM), which administers the vote, has announced that any group which may be interested in...
Honor the principles of Israel’s Declaration of Independence
In 1948, the State of Israel was founded on principles deeply rooted in Jewish history, faith and tradition. Israel’s Declaration of Independence cites the significance of the Land of Israel as “the birthplace of...
38th World Zionist Congress bridges partisan divide, despite initial divisions
The 38th World Zionist Congress concluded recently with the largest American delegation ever as Jews from across the religious and political spectrum gathered virtually to discuss issues related to Israel and Zionism.
More than 700...
World Zionist Congress to convene online for first time ever, due to pandemic
The 38th World Zionist Congress (WZC) will be held online for the first time since its inception, with 720 delegates and observers from more than 30 countries participating, Israel’s Government Press Office announced on...
The Zionist Congress election and the truth about American Jewry
It’s been derided as irrelevant and a relic of the distant past that ought to have been junked decades ago. But the World Zionist Congress election that has just concluded generated more interest and participation than...
Apathy towards the World Zionist Congress election is unacceptable
The State of Israel came into being because of the World Zionist Congress. This is where Theodor Herzl made his mark and major contribution. The first Zionist Congress, which he chaired, was held in...
If you will it, it is no dream… but only on our terms
In his address to the Zionist Congress in London on Aug. 2, 1900, Theodor Herzl said:
“Zionism demands a publicly recognized and legally secured home in Palestine for the Jewish people. This platform, which we...
World Zionist Congress elections: A strong Jewish continuity matters
Jews worldwide will once again have an opportunity to vote in the World Zionist Congress elections. The 38th WZC conference will convene this October in Jerusalem to represent the voice of world Jewry. With...
World Zionist Congress elections presents ‘rare opportunity’ to strengthen global Jewish community
Jews in the United States are voting online for slates that represent diverse political beliefs, religious denominations and cultural traditions vying for a seat in the 38th World Zionist Congress (WZC), set to convene in October 2020 in...