Times of Israel Feature: A Historic Federal Lawsuit for Religious Freedom
Mikey Pauker was featured in the Times of Israel for filing a groundbreaking federal civil rights lawsuit defending his religious identity as a Jew and Zionist artist. The case addresses a first-of-its-kind claim, asserting that anti-Zionism can be a form of antisemitic discrimination when it targets Jews based on their ethno-religious identity and connection to Israel. This precedent-setting case marks a historic moment for Jewish civil rights in America, highlighting the legal recognition of Zionism as an expression of Jewish nationhood and spirituality, not merely a political position. The article explores Mikey’s journey, the stakes of the lawsuit, and its potential impact on religious freedom and artistic expression in the United States.