Akiva Malamet is an MA student in Philosophy at Queen’s University, Kingston, and a Catalyst Policy Fellow at the Independent Institute. He holds a BA in Government from the Interdisciplinary Cente
As Israel enters another round of elections, it seems clear that something is seriously wrong. Over the past two years, Israelis have gone to the polls three times to elect a government. On March 23, 2021, they will do so again. Each time, the government has fallen. This ongoing instability
As the COVID-19 virus has spread across the globe, a variety of reactions and questions have emerged. Most responses focus on how to confront it. What steps should be taken? What restrictions should governments enforce, while respecting civil liberties and preventing the economy from breaking down? What can private citizens
antisemitism
Much ink has been spilled in recent months debating comments by U.S. Representatives Ilhan Omar (D-MN) and Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) regarding Israel. People have argued, sometimes in good faith, that they used antisemitic tropes, unintentionally or not. However, this discussion has lacked necessary cultural and social background to make
“This, indeed this, is bitterness for my bowels, that I can endure you neither naked nor clothed, you men of today. All that is uncanny in the future and all that has ever made fugitive birds shudder is surely more comfortable and cozy than your “reality.” For thus you speak:
identity politics
In the wake of the maelstrom (or, perhaps, horrific dumpster fire) that has marked our entry into a worrying, dark timeline, there’s been much discussion over the relative value of identity politics. One primary conflict is played out again and again: does identity politics require mere toleration or strong