War with Iran: Hypocrisy over Israel-U.S. strikes, Israeli unity
Dear MEPIN Readers, My interview this morning was cut short due to missile strikes in Israel, but in the few minutes we had, I was able to address several critical…
The Dangerous Push to Bypass Gaza’s Demilitarization—While Iran Rearms and Antisemitism Surges
Dear MEPIN Readers, I invite you to watch my in-depth interview on ILTV’s Security Brief with Calev Ben-David and Alec Pollard, where we examine the pressing strategic and diplomatic challenges…
Watch: Webinar on the Rise of AntiSemitism in America
Dear MEPIN Readers, We are at a critical juncture for American Jews and for our country, as antisemitism has become both mainstreamed and normalized within political and academic circles. History…
CAIR, Mamdani, and the Mainstreaming of Antisemitism
In the aftermath of Zohran Mamdani’s election and with Israel-hater Linda Sarsour revealing that the CAIR-affiliated Unity and Justice PAC was a key supporter, many in the Jewish community are…
Reflections on Zohran Mamdani’s Election and a Gaza Update
November 5, 2025 Dear MEPIN Readers, I wanted to share a short Instagram post with my thoughts on the election of Zohran Mamdani as New York’s next mayor — and…
Lighting the Fire of Jewish Advocacy: A MEPIN Dialogue with Jonah Platt
Dear MEPIN Readers, I’m thrilled to share my interview with Jonah Platt—actor, writer, musician, and a powerful advocate for the Jewish people and Israel in the wake of October 7th.…
MEPIN Dialogues with Chama Mechtaly: Advancing the Abraham Accords and Reclaiming Jewish Indigeneity in the Middle East
As part of our ongoing MEPIN Dialogues series exploring the complexities of the Middle East, Israel, anti-Semitism, and U.S. policy, I’m pleased to share my recent conversation with Chama Mechtaly,…
The ‘Flower in the Trash’
Dalia Ziada. Wikimedia Commons An Egyptian exile’s fight for truth and freedom Dalia Ziada is an extraordinary woman. I met her in Cairo a few years ago with my friend…
Watch Dr. Mandel’s talk on antisemitism before the screening of ‘October 8’
Dear MEPIN Readers, Please watch my talk about the epidemic of Jewish hatred on campus that I presented at the Bedford Playhouse before a screening of the documentary October 8.…
Watch Dr. Mandel’s Talk, “Israel and the Middle East Under a New President”
Dear MEPIN Readers, For a comprehensive overview of the Middle East, Israel, and the fight against anti-Semitism, watch my talk where I discuss: As always, please share your thoughts. Eric…