Initially marginalized and denounced as traitors, those who left Israel were once labeled "the fallen among the weaklings" by Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin. These emigrants formed Hebrew-speaking communities abroad, causing concern among Israeli officials that leaving Israel would become too easy. As emigration persisted, however, Israeli diaspora communities thrived and gradually came to be seen as powerful resources for Israel.

In our new monthly spotlight, Dr. Jonathan Grossman unravels the evolution of Israel's stance towards its emigrant communities, shedding light on a remarkable transformation.
To read Jonathan’s spotlight click here.