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David Sheen

David Sheen is an investigative journalist who has been reporting from Israel and Palestine for the past decade.

Three Decades After his Death, Kahane’s Message of Hate is More Popular Than Ever
The Jewish Power party leader Itamar Ben-Gvir speaking at the 30th annual memorial to Meir Kahane on the anniversary of his murder, November 2020. Screenshot of the live stream of the event.
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Three Decades After his Death, Kahane’s Message of Hate is More Popular Than Ever

Although Meir Kahane was assassinated 30 years ago, the violent and hateful legacy of his ideology continues to shape Israeli politics. David Sheen's in-depth and long-term investigative reporting sheds light on how the intricate web of Kahanist influence is pulling Israel further and further to the
David Sheen • 14 min read