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Why Taglit-Birthright doesn't deserve hip-hop

Submitted by Alexander Billet on Tue, 02/26/2013 - 02:06

The organization dedicated to indoctrinating young Jews with chauvinistic Zionism is now planning “hip-hop trips.” It’s a travesty.

Submitted by Alexander Billet on Fri, 01/11/2013 - 13:25

By heeding pleas from “boycott Israel” campaigners, the guitarist has proven that his artform is democratic.

Submitted by Alexander Billet on Wed, 11/28/2012 - 04:22

Stevie Wonder’s announcement that he will play at a fundraiser for the Israeli army flies in the face of a really brilliant legacy.

Submitted by Alexander Billet on Wed, 09/26/2012 - 09:07

The Red Hot Chili Peppers weren’t always into crossing picket lines. And if they’re not careful, they’ll find themselves behind the trend.

Submitted by Alexander Billet on Tue, 08/28/2012 - 01:09

Lollapalooza isn’t the only cultural cover that Israel’s apartheid system is getting abroad.

Submitted by Alexander Billet on Fri, 07/20/2012 - 14:53

This year’s jazz fest will be covering up what some may call a new low for Israel.

Submitted by Alexander Billet on Fri, 07/13/2012 - 22:26

Morrissey’s former reputation as an anti-racist is completely undeserved, and his agreement to play in Israel confirms this.