# Can a party be leftist and Zionist?

https://mins.news/en/item/57924

- Al Jazeera, 2026-09-14 15:20 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2026/9/14/can-a-party-be-leftist-and-zionist?traffic_source=rss

> The article argues from a Palestinian and anti-colonial perspective that leftism and Zionism cannot be reconciled, describing “leftist Zionism” as a political tool that shields Zionism from criticism while preserving oppression. Ahead of Israel’s October 27 elections, Young Democrats is seeking foreign allies, while another group described as leftist is considering a new kibbutz near Jericho in the occupied West Bank.