# Connecting Gaza: Rabbi David Mivasair on Leaving Zionism and Jewish Ethical Responsibility

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Podcast: [The Thin Veil with Ezra Lipp](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-thin-veil-with-ezra-lipp-7793355)
Published: 2026-04-15T14:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

Ezra sits down with Rabbi David Mivasair for a conversation on unlearning, responsibility, and what it means to live out ethical commitments in real time. They explore Connecting Gaza , a grassroots mutual aid project started by Rabbi Mivasair that provides direct support to families in Gaza, and reflect on the limits of traditional political advocacy compared to person-to-person action. The conversation touches on cognitive dissonance, ideological transformation, and the challenge of confronting deeply held beliefs around Zionism, identity, and justice. They close with a reflection on the tension of celebrating Passover in this moment, and the idea of stepping forward even when the outcome is uncertain. Please support and or consider joining Connecting Gaza Additional Episode Resources Ilan Pappe - The Ethnic Cleansing of Palestine Ghassan Khanafani - The 1936-39 Revolt in Palestine Tickets on Sale now! Sunday 5/31/2026 Ivy Room, Albany CA The Mixtape for Palestine Concert The Thin Veil with Ezra Lipp The Thin Veil on all Podcast Platforms The Thin Veil on Youtube Patreon Support Ezra’s Work and The Show on Patreon Ezra Lipp Sites https://www.instagram.com/ezralipp https://www.ezralipp.com https://www.youtube.com/@Ezralipp Magic In The Other Sites https://www.instagram.com/magicintheother https://www.magicintheother.com https://www.youtube.com/@magicintheother ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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