Caravan Magazine

A journal of politics and culture

Year: 2015

Chafee’s Fundraising: A Campaign on Life Support

When it comes to campaign fundraising, former Rhode Island governor and Democratic presidential hopeful Lincoln Chafee stands out—not for his success, but for his abysmally low numbers. Chafee, who transitioned from Republican to independent before declaring as a Democrat, raised…

War

Yes to Dual Loyalty, No to War with Iran

Criticizing Jewish or Israeli opponents of the Iran nuclear deal often comes with accusations of anti-Semitism. Critics are branded as perpetuating the “dual loyalty” trope—an antiquated notion suggesting that Jews have divided allegiances. But in today’s globalized world, where people…

Grayson Slams Governor Scott’s Planned Parenthood Investigation

In a fierce rebuke of Florida Governor Rick Scott, Congressman Alan Grayson has accused the state’s health regulators of targeting women’s healthcare in a politically motivated investigation of Planned Parenthood clinics. The Orlando Democrat, currently campaigning for a U.S. Senate…

War

Celebrating Eid in Gaza Amidst the Rubble of War

In Gaza, where joy and sorrow often intertwine, Wafaa Awajah’s family celebrated Eid in a way that few could truly understand—amid the remnants of a home destroyed not once, but twice in recent years. As we gathered in their modest…

Google Explores Internet Expansion in Cuba

This weekend, a Google executive is set to visit Cuba, exploring ways to improve the island’s Internet access—a critical move amid the U.S.-Cuba thaw under President Obama. The company has reportedly made a proposal to the Cuban government, signaling growing…

War

Redefining Civilians and Legitimate Targets: Israeli Soldiers Speak Out on Gaza

Breaking the Silence, an organization of Israeli military veterans, recently released a collection of testimonies from nearly 70 soldiers and officers who participated in Operation Protective Edge in Gaza last summer. The testimonies, which were published on Monday, provide an…