Gil Troy

12 tough questions and simple answers about Israel

Golda Meir said you can’t be a Zionist and a pessimist. I’m a Zionist. Knowing Jewish and Israeli history, I remain an optimist, and blessed by Zionism, today’s greatest Jewish renaissance project. Learn the facts here.

'Israel has habits of the heart that are democratic and Jewish'

Historian Gil Troy explains why Israelis have the resilience to overcome tough challenges through a shared common destiny.

No ceasefire in Palestinian anti-Americanism

Palestinian leaders have consistently embraced America’s foes—from the Soviet Union to Iran. And that is only part of it. Op-ed.

Israel's Everyday Heroes