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  • Living the American Dream in the West Bank

    Hanging Out with Israel’s Illegal Homesteaders

    Prospective settlers of Hashmonaim receive a handy FAQ sheet: “Is this area over the ‘Green Line?’ ” reads one question. “Geographically and tax-wise, yes,” the sheet explains. But because it’s guarded by armed men and the Israeli government sanctions the settlement, Hashmonaim doesn’t feel illegal. Full story

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