Are Israelis avoiding the tough questions?

Many people take it as given that Israelis are ready to surrender the West Bank when the Arabs are ready to offer real peace. Daniel Gordis asks provocatively whether years of disappointment have hardened Israeli opinion on the acceptable terms of a peace agreement.

Why would you live here?

Daniel Gordis has a wonderful ability to express in words what it is about living in Israel that makes life more meaningful and compelling. Here's a recent example.