Benjamin Moser: "Progressive Zionism is not possible"

Benjamin Moser, a prominent biographer, explores Jewish anti-Zionism in his latest book, highlighting figures like Aaron Samuel Tamares. Moser argues that Zionism, defined as the establishment of a Jewish state in Palestine, often disregards the diverse historical experiences of Jews. He emphasizes that the Jewish diaspora's dispersion has historically protected them, contrasting with the violent nature of Zionism. Tamares critiques the movement for its anti-religious sentiments and the implications of creating a political nation that contradicts Jewish pacifism. Moser connects these historical critiques to contemporary tensions in Israel, particularly among Orthodox Jews who resist abandoning religious commandments against killing.