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War is over?
The hostages are home. There's a ceasefire in Gaza. But the war against Israel and Jews rolls on unabated.
Oct 14 • 
Mike Benson
You recognise Palestine. We recognise you!
With his latest statement recognising a State of Palestine, is Keir Starmer mad, bad, daft or does Corbyn's old wingman actually want to destroy the…
Sep 25 • 
Mike Benson
Damned Spot!
Pro Palestine protestors have blood on their hands. And it won't wash away. UPDATED UPON REFLECTION 02.02.25
Feb 1 • 
Mike Benson
Remember remember...
It's a dog's life on this explosive 5th of November
Nov 6, 2024 • 
Mike Benson
Your dogma, at any cost
How can Jews balance spiritual compassion and self preservation during existential attack and the shock of mindless betrayal from all corners?
Jan 6, 2024 • 
Mike Benson
Kaddish
The mourner's prayer
Dec 3, 2023 • 
Mike Benson
We thought you were our friends
How the left has let Jews down.
Nov 20, 2023 • 
Mike Benson
Joining Room 1:
Instant poetry from The Remix
May 18, 2023 • 
Mike Benson
The Open Space
Musings and mutterings of Mike Benson - current focus on Israel, Jewish experience and the communications war against antisemitism.
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