As both Israel and America grapple with real and perceived threats, and when xenophobia, racism, and fear seem to saturate both the political discourse in Israel and the 2016 race for the White House, the calm confidence and basic human decency that Rivlin and Obama project are, at least to me, a relief.

After more than two decades, more than 9,300 Ethiopian Jews have finally been given clearance to immigrate to Israel.

A court victory for the Kafr Akeb neighborhood will ensure that residents start receiving services from Jerusalem’s Municipal government.

A sold-out crowd of politicians, journalists, civil society leaders, and the public turned out for a conference on the future of Israel’s democracy in Tel Aviv.

After 30 years and a long legal battle, residents of the unrecognized Bedouin village of Ramia have hope for a more secure future.

Thanks to a court victory, an archaeological site will not be leased to settlers.

Meet Yehudit Oppenheimer, an activist working to reduce tensions in Jerusalem and transform the city into a more equitable and shared space for all inhabitants.

Amid the upsurge of violence, it’s more important than ever that we hold tight to the values that drive us: Democracy. Equality. Justice.