India, July 29 -- Why is it important that Jews such as yourself speak out against Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories?

The reason is quite simple and straightforward. I want to live in a just state! As long as occupation and apartheid go on, I will continue to live in an unjust place. There is injustice on a daily basis towards millions of people. Through my work as a journalist, I try to change this. This is not only my right. It is my duty to do so.

Judaism places great emphasis on the concept of Tikkun olam. How can Jews seek inspiration from this principle to do the right thing in this contemporary political environment?

Tikkun olam means "correcting the world". I don't think that I am capable enough to do that, so I do...