Michael L. Wise, PhD

Political Commentator & Demographics Expert

Founding member of the American Israel Demographic Research Group. Political commentator specializing in Middle East demographics, Israeli sovereignty, and regional policy analysis.

Michael L. Wise, PhD

About Michael L. Wise, PhD

Leading voice in Middle East policy analysis and demographic research

Current Focus & Expertise

Middle East Demographics

Extensive research and analysis of population trends in Israel and Palestinian territories

Israeli Sovereignty Issues

Policy analysis on Judea, Samaria, and territorial governance

Regional Politics

Commentary on Middle East peace processes and international relations

Historical Analysis

Jewish history and family genealogy in Jerusalem and surrounding areas

Background & Credentials

American Israel Demographic Research Group

Founding member specializing in demographic analysis

Ph.D. in Physics

Academic background in phenomenological current algebra and particle physics

Academic Publications

Published in prestigious journals including Physical Review

Recent Articles

Insightful commentary on current Middle East affairs and policy

October 2026

The Slogan War: Israel and Jews must win it

If the conversation always begins with Israel justifying its existence or its actions, the other side has already won the opening move. Here's what to say.

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September 2026

600 trucks a day - a convoy headed to Hamas

Those 600 trucks of aid that enter the Gaza Strip each day should go to the Druze, not to Hamas.

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September 2026

A century of British hostility

Britain did not recognize Israel until 1950, two years after its founding, and was among the last Western democracies to do so. Part of a pattern.

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August 2026

Iran Regime Change: Why it has failed and what must happen now

The dilemma facing Washington and Jerusalem: A nuclear-capable Iran that still funds proxies from Lebanon to Yemen is not a foreign-policy result. It is a failure. What can the US do?

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June 2026
Hebrew

The duty that isn't comfortable for everyone

החובה שלא נוחה לכולם

Halakhic and historical analysis of Haredi military service: in a milchemet mitzvah there is no basis for a blanket exemption, especially after October 7.

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December 2025

October 7 must not be rewarded with a terrorist state

Terrorism and anti-Semitic hate speech must be punished. When world leaders call for immediate Palestinian Arab statehood in the aftermath of October 7, they send a chilling message: terrorism works.

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November 2025

Hadrian's Curse returns - Palestine is Judea

Emperor Hadrian rebranded Judea to annihilate Jewish identity; modern pan-Arabists rebranded themselves to appropriate that identity. Analysis of how the Palestinian identity was created as a diplomatic weapon.

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October 2025

Are Jihadists Exploiting 'Intersectionality' to Fool You?

Analysis of how Jihadist movements weaponize intersectionality frameworks to advance anti-democratic agendas while exploiting Western progressive activists.

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September 2025

How to Implode the Propaganda War: Declare Sovereignty, End Oslo and Military Occupation

Strategic proposal for ending the propaganda war by declaring sovereignty over Judea and Samaria, terminating Oslo Accords, and extending civil rights to all residents.

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June 2025

Why Haredim Must Serve in the IDF

Analysis of military service requirements and demographic considerations for Israel's defense needs.

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April 2025

Arafat Without Oslo

Historical analysis proposing alternative approaches to current conflicts based on past precedents.

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November 2024

Gazans Wish to Escape from Hamas Cruelty

Commentary on civilian displacement and humanitarian considerations in Gaza.

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October 2024

A New Path to Sovereignty in Judea & Samaria

Policy proposals for territorial governance and administrative frameworks.

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May 2021

My Mother Was Born in Sheikh Jarrah in 1921

Personal family history demonstrating Jewish presence in Jerusalem neighborhoods.

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March 2017

Fake Demography

Critical analysis of demographic projections and their impact on policy decisions.

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Video Content

"Word to the Wise" series and interviews

NEWSRAEL VIDEO BRIEF: Dr. Michael Wise - October 13, 2026

The brief focused on the status of Judea and Samaria and the possibility of Israel declaring sovereignty over the region.

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NEWSRAEL VIDEO BRIEF: Dr. Michael Wise - October 8, 2026

A presentation on the Palestinian Demography Myth during the NEWSRAEL Daily Webinar.

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NEWSRAEL VIDEO BRIEF: Mike Wise, PhD - September 30, 2026

What should Israeli public diplomacy do now? A briefing on Israel's challenges in the war of slogans.

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NEWSRAEL VIDEO BRIEF: Mike Wise, PhD - September 7, 2026

The meeting focused on an analysis of the upcoming Israeli elections and the political landscape, with Mike providing an overview of the electoral system.

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No Half Deal. Time to end the stalemate in Gaza

Israel can no longer allow Hamas to drag out the conflict. Hamas must surrender and give up the hostages or face the consequences.

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Evidence of miraculous events

Daily evidence of miraculous events are there for all to see. Let's hope for the final miracle in Iran: No more Ayatollas.

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Hamas fictitious numbers fool the World!

The Arab-Palestinian tradition of fudging numbers and telling statistical lies has a long history.

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Time to end terrorism in Israel

One of the vital things we must do to vanquish Arab terror is to declare sovereignty in Judea & Samaria.

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From the river to the sea. The land of Israel forever

From the River to the Sea was never the land of Palestine. Was always the land of Israel.

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Arafat Threatened Pogroms if Jews Ascended the Temple Mount

Analysis of how threats of violence shaped the Temple Mount situation and contributed to the start of the Intifada.

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Jewish Fertility Rates Analysis

Examination of demographic trends comparing Israel to global Jewish populations.

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Palestinian Authority Demographics

Analysis of population statistics and their impact on policy decisions.

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Oz veGaon Talk (English)

Comprehensive presentation on demographic research and policy implications.

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Oz veGaon Talk (Hebrew)

Same demographic presentation delivered in Hebrew for Israeli audiences.

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Demographic Interview INN 2009

Interview on Israel National News discussing demographic research.

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Audio Podcasts

"Word to the Wise" series and audio commentary

September 2026

600 trucks a day - a convoy headed to Hamas

Those 600 trucks of aid that enter the Gaza Strip each day should go to the Druze, not to Hamas.

September 2026

A century of British hostility

Britain did not recognize Israel until 1950, two years after its founding, and was among the last Western democracies to do so. Part of a pattern.

August 2026

Iran Regime Change: Why it has failed and what must happen now

The dilemma facing Washington and Jerusalem: A nuclear-capable Iran that still funds proxies from Lebanon to Yemen is not a foreign-policy result.

April 2025

Arafat Without Oslo

Historical analysis proposing alternative approaches to current conflicts.

April 2025

Red Cross Neglect of Hostages

Argues that the International Red Cross has failed to advocate for Israeli hostages held in Gaza.

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Books

Strategic framework for Israeli victory in the information war

How to Win the

Propaganda War

How to Win the Propaganda War

Declare Sovereignty, End Oslo and the Military Occupation

Dr. Michael L. Wise presents a comprehensive strategic framework for transforming Israel's dire situation in the propaganda war. His central thesis: Israel cannot win the propaganda war as long as it maintains military occupation of Judea and Samaria. The solution lies in a fundamental change of legal and political status – the declaration of Israeli sovereignty over these territories combined with civil rights for Arab residents.

Strategic Analysis

Comprehensive framework for ending the occupation narrative

Historical Context

Analysis of the failure of the two-state paradigm and Gaza disengagement

Practical Solutions

The Puerto Rico model and implementation strategies for territorial governance

Demographic Analysis

Comprehensive examination of population trends and debunking of demographic fear-mongering

Book Chapters

1

Ending the Occupation Through Sovereignty

An analysis of Dr. Wise's strategic framework for Israeli victory in the information war, examining the failure of the two-state paradigm and proposing the Puerto Rico model for territorial governance.

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2

Declare Sovereignty, End Oslo

Dr. Wise's strategic framework for Israeli victory on the eighth front, addressing the root problem of military occupation and presenting the solution through sovereignty declaration.

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3

Current Demographic Status

A comprehensive analysis of population trends in Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza, examining actual demographic realities versus inflated claims and demonstrating the true demographic picture.

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4

Why Israel Should Not Fear Demographic Threats

Debunking demographic doomsday scenarios and demonstrating why Israel's demographic position is strong and secure, with converging fertility rates and continued Jewish immigration.

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5

Status of Non-Jewish Resident Population After Sovereignty

Comprehensive examination of governance models including the Puerto Rico model, Jerusalem precedent, and gradual integration pathways for ensuring civil rights and cultural autonomy.

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Academic Publications

Physics research and scholarly contributions

Physics Research

The Phenomenological Current Algebra Vertex

Co-authored with Howard J. Schnitzer

Annals of Physics 59, 129–164 (1970)

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Smooth Pion Vertices: π and Kl3 Decays

Physical Review D 3, 2767–2774 (1971)

Closed Linear Algebra of Currents and Baryon Interpolating Fields

Physical Review D 4, 3124–3140 (1971)

Jewish Studies

"Why Does the Seder Begin with Karpas?"

Co-authored with Gilad J. Gevaryahu

Jewish Bible Quarterly, 27: 104–110 (1999)

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Beit Yitzchak Publications

Yeshiva University scholarly contributions

Birkat Hazimun - Beit Yitzchak 1957

Historical publication from Beit Yitzchak (1957)

Professional Recognition

Founding Member, American Israel Demographic Research Group
Regular Contributor to Academic Journals

Media Presence

Regular contributor to leading publications

Israel National News

Regular columnist covering Middle East policy and demographic analysis

The Algemeiner

Contributing writer on Israeli affairs and regional politics

Video Commentary

"Word to the Wise" series and interview appearances

Professional Contact

Michael L. Wise, PhD is available for speaking engagements, interviews, and academic collaboration