Articles

These are a range of articles written by JFJHR members. Opinions expressed within them do not necessarily reflect the view of JFJHR.

Seeing Israel as the “Jew of the World”

Brian Klug explores the Chief Rabbi's question "Why Israel?" and explores the complex relationships between Jews, Israel and the Palestinians.

2005 Election: Asylum & the 1951 Geneva Convention

In a letter published in the Guardian, Anthony Lehman and Dr Edie Friedman explain the response of faith communities to the asylum issues raised in the 2005 UK general election.

Will the real Middle East conflict please stand up?

Tony Klug examines the three different presentations of the Middle East conflict and concludes that we all have a role in fostering understanding and helping both sides deal with the realities of today in a way that is conducive to a peaceful and fair solution that accommodates the reasonable aspirations of both peoples

War on terror or war on justice? 

Governments use the threat of terrorism to diminish the liberties of the citizen. Justice campaigners seek to defend them. From Magna Carta to Guantànamo, Geoffrey Bindman maps the centuries-long struggle for law and liberty.

Save the act - you might need it soon

Francesca Klug explains why the Human Rights Act is an essential protection of "a common set of values and standards that are the hallmark of modern democracies throughout the world". First published in the Guardian, 23rd March 2005.

Imagine no excuses 

Tony Klug poses an alternative reality where neither Israelis or Palestinians blamed the other. He spells out a solution to the conflict but suggests time is running out to reach it.

JFJHR: The founding of the Group

Anne Karpf introduces the JFJHR, explaining that "the Forum's very existence challenges the idea that there's one way to be a proper Jew". First published in the Jewish Chronicle 3rd October 2003.

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