Partners for Progressive Israel

06/17/2026

In its emphasis on Jewish-Arab equal partnership and belonging, the message of A Place for Us All (מקום לכולנו لكلنا مكان) offers Israel a vital new direction. We hope the party will succeed in playing a constructive role in task #1 - bringing down Netanyahu and his extremist government.

Party to be 'truly equal,' led by Rula Daood, Alon-Lee Green, co-directors of grassroots left-wing shared society, anti-war organization; party formally independent from movement

06/15/2026

Over the years, we've consistently spoken out in favor of diplomacy with Iran, not military action against it. And we've consistently warned that Netanyahu's policies are putting Israel at grave risk of becoming a pariah state.
https://www.haaretz.com/us-news/2026-06-15/ty-article/.premium/trump-and-netanyahu-hurtling-toward-a-rupture-that-could-shock-u-s-israel-ties/0000019e-cadd-d43d-a39f-eefdbc130000

We were unhesitating in our support for the 2015 JCPOA deal with Iran (which Trump tore up less than 3 years later), which made "Israel, the region, and the whole world safer", even if "no agreement with an adversary can provide absolute guarantees".
https://www.progressiveisrael.org/statement-on-the-iran-nuclear-deal/

When Israel attacked Iran in June 2025, our reaction was to "urge all parties to recommit to a diplomatic path forward" and warned that "Netanyahu has set Israel on a highly dangerous course".
https://www.progressiveisrael.org/june-2025-iran-attack-statement/

And when the US and Israel launched the latest war, we said it "must be swiftly brought to an end", and be followed by "robust negotiations". And we also warned that US and Israeli talk of regime change in Iran was "far from a benevolent effort to ensure the fundamental democracy that the Iranian people so richly deserve." https://www.progressiveisrael.org/partners-for-progressive-israel-responds-to-us-israel-iran-war/

Netanyahu Thought He Could Read Trump Better Than Anyone. But as Washington Moves Toward an Iran Deal, Israel May Be Discovering the Costs of That Gamble

06/10/2026

SUNDAY, JUNE 14, at the 14th Street Y, 344 E. 14th Street, in Manhattan, NYC! A few tickets remain for the 6:30pm performance; only the 3pm show has now sold out. Go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-date-prisoner-of-zion-by-lee-perlman-and-nadav-bossem-tickets-1987686260111 Then click "Check availability" and choose the 6:30pm time slot.

We’re excited to join with our friends at Hashomer Hatzair USA / Camp Shomria to present this special intimate and interactive performance. Written and performed by Lee Perlman and Nadav Bossem, “Prisoner of Zion” offers a glimpse into the personal crisis with Zionism experienced by Perlman, an American who made aliya to Israel, and into the colossal changes that Israeli society has undergone in the wake of October 7th. The event provides the audience with a nuanced and thought-provoking experience, addressing complex perspectives surrounding Israel and Zionism today.

We look forward to seeing you there!

06/09/2026

This evening, 7pm, in Brooklyn, NYC!
The event is full, but you can add your name to the waitlist at https://secure.nif.org/a/resisting-settler-violence-west-bank

Tuesday, June 9, at 7pm - Kane Street Synagogue in Brooklyn, NY. We're delighted to cosponsor this event, organized by New Israel Fund: Three "protective presence" activists on the front lines in the West Bank will share what they've witnessed about the alarming surge of settler violence and how we can help. Register at https://secure.nif.org/a/resisting-settler-violence-west-bank

With activists Maya Mark, Or Sivan, and Roei Kleitman (bios in comments).

Additional cosponsors include Smol Emuni US, New Jewish Narrative, T'ruah, J Street, Lab/Shul, The Alliance for Middle East Peace (ALLMEP), Park Slope Jewish Center, The New Shul, Congregation Beth Elohim, The Institute for Living Judaism in Brooklyn, and host Kane Street Synagogue.

06/08/2026

Israeli elections are coming soon – as early as late summer and no later than October 27 – and with them, a chance to finally replace Israel’s current far-right government. In our recent webinar, Dr. Ilai Saltzman, director of the Gildenhorn Institute for Israel Studies - UMD, dug into all the details, in conversation with our board member, Avraham Spraragen. But if you missed their discussion live, the recording is now available on our YouTube channel.

Israeli elections will be taking place very soon – as early as late summer and no later than October 27 – and with them, a chance to finally replace Israel’s...

06/07/2026

‪FINAL NOTICE! THE LAST 2 STANDALONE SESSIONS ARE HAPPENING TODAY, Sunday, 6/7!
Ticketed registration for either or both: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/7xSzt5t7FpDeY1_Gnd0jNQ?t=1774896253
11am ET, "Forces for Political Change – Looking Ahead to Elections"; with Rabbi Avi Dabush & Dr. Laura Wharton
1:30pm ET, "The Moral Challenges of State Power"; with R' Leah Shakdiel & R' Amichai Lau-Lavie

Join Us This SUNDAY, JUNE 7! Ticketed registration at https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/7xSzt5t7FpDeY1_Gnd0jNQ?t=1774896253
11am ET, "Forces for Political Change – Looking Ahead to Elections", with Rabbi אבי דבוש Avi Dabush & Dr. Laura Wharton
1:30pm ET, "The Moral Challenges of State Power", with Rabbi Leah Shakdiel & Rabbi Amichai Lau-Lavie
The sessions will be moderated by our board member, Rabbi Andrea Coustan London.

Each Symposium session is a stand-alone discussion, and there’s no need to have attended earlier sessions in order to take part. During each two-hour session, Symposium participants engage in direct, on-camera discussion with presenters. Then, following the presenters’ departure from the call, participants spend a final 30 minutes dedicated to group discussion and exchange of thoughts.

Additional details about the Symposium are on our website: https://www.progressiveisrael.org/what-we-do/israel-palestine-symposium/the-israel-palestine-virtual-symposium-spring-2026/

06/05/2026

Join Us This SUNDAY, JUNE 7! Ticketed registration at https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/7xSzt5t7FpDeY1_Gnd0jNQ?t=1774896253
11am ET, "Forces for Political Change – Looking Ahead to Elections", with Rabbi אבי דבוש Avi Dabush & Dr. Laura Wharton
1:30pm ET, "The Moral Challenges of State Power", with Rabbi Leah Shakdiel & Rabbi Amichai Lau-Lavie
The sessions will be moderated by our board member, Rabbi Andrea Coustan London.

Each Symposium session is a stand-alone discussion, and there’s no need to have attended earlier sessions in order to take part. During each two-hour session, Symposium participants engage in direct, on-camera discussion with presenters. Then, following the presenters’ departure from the call, participants spend a final 30 minutes dedicated to group discussion and exchange of thoughts.

Additional details about the Symposium are on our website: https://www.progressiveisrael.org/what-we-do/israel-palestine-symposium/the-israel-palestine-virtual-symposium-spring-2026/

06/04/2026

Two chances to hear from Israeli activists doing Protective Presence in the West Bank.
NYC: Kane Street Synagogue in Brooklyn, Tuesday, June 9, at 7 PM. Register: https://secure.nif.org/a/resisting-settler-violence-west-bank
DC: Temple Sinai. Wednesday, June 10, at 7 PM.
Register: https://secure.nif.org/a/bodies-line-resisting-settler-violence-west-bank

We're proud to cosponsor these New Israel Fund-led events!

There's been an alarming surge of settler violence in the West Bank. Whole Palestinian communities are being forced out of their villages. In response, some Israeli activists have been engaging in "protective presence" efforts, putting their bodies on the line to help protect Palestinian communities in the West Bank facing settler violence.

Join us to hear from three such activists - Maya Mark, Or Sivan, and Roei Kleitman - who will share what they’ve witnessed. We'll hear their stories and testimonies and highlight the crucial role these activists play in responding to the violence on the ground.​

Come and learn about their vital work, and find out how you can be part of the effort to protect Palestinian communities, hold settlers accountable, and promote a future in Israel and Palestine in which everyone can live with safety and dignity.

06/03/2026

If you're in Israel and Palestine: On Saturday, June 6, there will be a national Jewish-Arab demonstration in Haifa, marking 59 years of Occupation; the march will start from Paris Square. Organized by שותפות השלום شراكة السلام The Peace Partnership, a parallel, event - a freedom march with the Palestinian communities - will take place in the West Bank on June 12.

"End the Occupation"
"End the Settler Terrorism"
"For a just peace, security, and freedom for all"

The events are cosponsored by many of our civil society allies, including Mothers Against Violence-אימהות נגד אלימות, Combatants for Peace, Rabbis for Human Rights, Machsom Watch מחסום ווטש, Breaking the Silence, Looking the Occupation in the Eye-מסתכלים לכיבוש בעיניים., A Land for All ארץ לכולם بلاد للجميع, Standing Together, עמק שווה - Emek Shaveh, מחזקים-Mehazkim, פורום המשפחות השכולות Parents Circle Families Forum منتدى العائلات الثكلى.

06/01/2026

Our friend and ally, אבי דבוש Avi Dabush, posted this comment on the damage done to Israel when Netanyahu's government sends a far-right delegation to lead - and be honored at - the annual Israel Day Parade in NYC, which took place yesterday. We're delighted to be hosting Avi, via Zoom, at this Sunday's virtual Israel Symposium. Details in first comment.

Below is a partial (unofficial) translation of Avi's words.

"This is the face of Israel.

"We’re making a huge effort to connect Jewish young people to Israel. To explain that one can love and believe in Israel, and criticize and fight for its complexion. Against ugly occupation and Jewish terror, violence. and an extremist Orthodox monopoly, and for democracy, justice, and peace. That Israel, Judaism, and Zionism ≠ Ben Gvir and Smotrich.

"[But] When you see who’s leading the Israel Parade in New York, you totally understand why our mission is so difficult…

"But, I’m optimistic. We’ll replace [the government] and fix things. Soon ❤️🇮🇱 "

‏אלה הפנים של ישראל.

‏אנחנו עושים מאמץ עצום לחבר צעירים יהודים לישראל. להסביר שאפשר לאהוב ולהאמין בישראל, ולבקר ולהיאבק על פניה. נגד כיבוש וטרור יהודי מכוערים, אלימות ומונופול אורתודוקסי קיצוני ובעד דמוקרטיה, צדק ושלום. שישראל, היהדות והציונות לא שווים בן גביר וסמוטריץ׳.

‏כשרואים את המובילים של מצעד ישראל בניו יורק מבינים לגמרי למה המשימה שלנו כל כך קשה.

‏השר עמיחי שזורק בהבל פה פצצות אטום על מליוני אנשים והשר וסרלאוף, מעריץ כהנא, מובילים את המצעד. לתפארת מדינת ישראל האלימה, גזענית ודכאנית. לצידם יו״ר כנסת שלא מכיר בנשיא בית המשפט העליון.

‏אפשר להתעלם ממה שקורה מעבר לים. לבטא ״אהבת ישראל״ בבוז דוחה כלפי שני מליון רפורמים והרבה למעלה ממחצית היהודים הליברלים והשמאלנים. אי אפשר לטעון שלא מדובר בהרס מוחלט של מדינת היהודים והערכים עליהם נוסדה.

‏אבל, אני אופטימי. נחליף ונתקן. בקרוב❤️‍🩹🇮🇱🕊️