Researcher: Rahm Emanuel doesn’t speak for American Jews, October 7 changed everything
Inbal Ratz Gilmore says Emanuel’s attack on Israeli policy ignores the deeper crisis shaking America. She argues that many American Jews are rethinking old assumptions - and seeking a stronger connection with Israel
Assessment
Inbal Ratz Gilmore contends that Rahm Emanuel's criticism of Israeli policy fails to capture the broader crisis facing American society. She asserts that the October 7 attacks have prompted many American Jews to reassess long-held positions and pursue a deeper bond with Israel. The disagreement highlights a growing divide over who speaks for American Jewry and what that relationship should look like.