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    Alisha Kinman

    In this article, Alisha speaks with two Israel advocates about their opinions on the American media’s portrayal of the situation in Gaza. What do you think? Be sure to sound off in the comments section.

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    Alex Baskin
    Gaby Grossman
    Sarah Pfander

    Our Young Judaea Year Coursers experience Israeli elections, the kabbalistic city of Tzfat and an impromptu ski trip in this month’s update. Don’t miss it!

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    Lauren Silva

    Here's Lauren’s take on the recent fighting in Gaza and Israel—agree with her? Disagree? Sound off at the bottom of the article by posting your comments.

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    Alex Baskin
    Gaby Grossman
    Sarah Pfander

    Our regular Year Course correspondents are back to update us on what it really feels like to be living in a war zone.

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    Sasha Lansky

    There’s been a new addition to Sasha’s high school this year—an Israeli student named Noga who’s trying to find her way in this seemingly strange place.

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    Alex Baskin
    Gaby Grossman
    Sarah Pfander

    Alex, Gaby and Sarah have had many an adventure during their Year Course experience in Israel. Don’t miss their latest Holy Land happenings.

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    Alisha Kinman

    Alisha takes a look at the new—and opinionated—book The Accidental Zionist, and then chats with author Ian Pear about his arguments.

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    Alex Baskin
    Gaby Grossman
    Sarah Pfander

    Our Year Course correspondents are at it again—Alex watched the U.S. election unfold while Gaby learned about government and Sarah attended her first Israeli basketball game. Get the latest scoop now.

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    Lauren Silva

    Lauren takes a look at the statements President-elect Barack Obama made about Israel during the campaign. As a friend of the Jewish state, he’s pledged to ensure security in the Middle East.

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    Aimee Rubensteen

    Aimee is spending her gap year in Jerusalem, learning more about the Holy Land she calls home. But she recently met a Palestinian woman who shared her side of the story.