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79% of Jews voted for Kamala Harris, according to largest preliminary exit poll

Philissa Cramer in JTA

Preliminary exit polls from the National Election Pool suggest that 79% of Jewish voters supported Kamala Harris, continuing the trend of Jewish support for Democrats in national elections.

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Trump appears close to victory, promising to reshape the United States and its relationship with Israel

JTA

As the U.S. presidential election results were being finalized, Donald Trump seemed poised for a possible return to the presidency, signaling potential shifts in U.S. domestic policy and its relationship with Israel.

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Adam Schiff wins race for U.S. Senate seat previously held by Dianne Feinstein

Asaf Elia-Shalev in Forward

Rep. Adam Schiff, a Jewish Democrat known for his prominent role in the impeachment inquiries against former President Donald Trump, has won the U.S. Senate seat in California previously held by Dianne Feinstein.

0 Politics Israel

Exit poll: 77% of Jewish voters back Harris over Trump

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward

An early exit poll indicates that 77% of Jewish voters supported Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris over Republican former President Donald Trump in the 2024 election.

0 Politics Jewish Law

Meet Josh Stein, North Carolina’s first Jewish governor-elect

Louis Keene in Forward

Josh Stein, a Democrat and North Carolina's Attorney General, has been elected as the state's first Jewish governor, joining the ranks of six Jewish state executives in 2025.

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Josh Stein defeats Mark Robinson to become North Carolina’s first Jewish governor

Ron Kampeas in JTA

Josh Stein has made history as North Carolina's first Jewish governor, defeating Republican Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, whose campaign was marred by his past inflammatory remarks about Jews and others.

0 Politics Israel

Pro-Trump PACs back more misleading ads about Harris and Israel in final bid for swing-state voters

Andrew Lapin in Forward

In a last-minute electoral strategy, Republican-backed PACs funded deceptive messages in swing states, exploiting Democratic divisions over the Israel-Hamas conflict to undermine Vice President Kamala Harris and sway voters towards Donald Trump.

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I am not Jewish, but I became a Zionist. Here's why.

Nick Rafter in Future of Jewish

Nick Rafter, a New York-based journalist, shares his journey to becoming a Zionist amid rising global antisemitism, particularly surrounding Israel's participation in events like Eurovision.

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Netanyahu’s firing of Gallant is a cynical betrayal of Israel’s security

Dan Perry in Forward

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's decision to fire Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has sparked significant controversy and public unrest due to its timing amidst heightened security threats from Iran.

0 Politics Antisemitism

What Christian nationalism has in store for Jews and other religious minorities

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA

The rise of Christian nationalism within American politics, notably through the MAGA movement, poses significant concerns for Jews and other religious minorities.

0 Politics Israel

They quit the Biden administration over the war in Gaza. But they are backing Harris.

Andrew Lapin in Forward

Two former Jewish staffers of the Biden administration, Lily Greenberg Call and Harrison Mann, publicly resigned over the U.S. response to the Gaza conflict.

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Trump’s Triumphant Return

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

In a surprising political revival, Donald Trump has scored a comeback victory against Kamala Harris, securing a rare non-consecutive re-election as U.S. president, an achievement last seen with Grover Cleveland.

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Diverging Roads

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Cindy Scarr's article "Diverging Roads" in Mishpacha Magazine examines the contrasting economic and political platforms of Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump as they vie to offer hope for a better American future.

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Trump the Transformer

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Donald Trump's presidency marked a transformative era, fundamentally reshaping American politics, economy, and foreign policy in ways that extend beyond his tenure.

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Benjamin Netanyahu firing Yoav Gallant is a staggeringly reckless decision

Michael Koplow in Forward

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's firing of Defense Minister Yoav Gallant is a controversial decision amid tensions over Haredi military conscription and critical security challenges in the region.

0 Politics Israel

2 Jews who left Biden administration over handling of Gaza now say they’ll back Harris

Andrew Lapin in JTA

Lily Greenberg Call and Harrison Mann, two former Biden administration officials who resigned over the administration's Gaza policy, now endorse Kamala Harris despite their pro-Palestinian stance.

0 Politics Israel

Left-wing voters use 'vote swapping' to protest Harris — without throwing election to Trump

Mira Fox in Forward

Amidst the 2024 U.S. presidential election, some progressive voters, especially within the Arab American community, are dissatisfied with Vice President Kamala Harris, motivated by her positions on Gaza, fracking, and climate change.

0 Politics Israel

In a Jewish neighborhood of Los Angeles, the presidential election is all about Israel

Jacob Gurvis in Forward

In Los Angeles' Jewish neighborhood of Pico-Robertson, the upcoming presidential election is heavily influenced by U.S.-Israel relations, particularly due to the impact of Hamas's Oct. 7 attack on Israel.

0 Politics Israel

Netanyahu fires Defense Minister Yoav Gallant amid domestic tensions and a multi-front war

Ron Kampeas in Forward

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed Defense Minister Yoav Gallant amid ongoing military conflict and significant political turmoil.

0 Politics Israel

Netanyahu fires Israel’s defense minister amid domestic tensions and a multi-front war

Ron Kampeas in JTA

In a bold and controversial move, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, citing a breakdown in trust amid Israel's military engagements and internal political discord.

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With harassment and intimidation expected, 'poll chaplains' work to keep calm on Election Day

Mira Fox in Forward

Rabbinical student Rafi Ellenson joined a group of faith leaders in Pennsylvania to serve as 'poll chaplains' during the contentious 2024 U.S. elections.

0 Politics Israel

Uncommitted movement decries accusations that it was 'bought'

Lauren Markoe in Forward

The Uncommitted National Movement, a faction of pro-Palestinian Democrats, is grappling with internal strife following accusations of accepting substantial funds from a Democratic-linked political action committee, reportedly influencing their decision not to endorse a third-party candidate.

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I will be anti-Palestinian as long as you are anti-Israel.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Joshua Hoffman reflects on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, discussing the perceived binary opposition between pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian stances.

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4 Jewish questions for Election Day 2024 and its aftermath

Ben Sales in JTA

As the 2024 U.S. presidential election approaches, Jewish Americans face critical questions about their role and influence in the political landscape.

0 Politics Jewish Law

10 Myths about Charedim and Army

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism

Natan Slifkin addresses persistent myths regarding Charedim and military service in Israel, providing factual rebuttals to ten common misconceptions.

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Trump is spending time with critics of Israel. His Jewish supporters aren’t concerned.

Ron Kampeas in JTA

In the wake of former President Donald Trump's engagement with notable critics of Israel, his Jewish supporters continue to back him due to his strong pro-Israel record during his presidency from 2017 to 2021.

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The playbook to win Jewish voters in Michigan

Marc Rod in Jewish Insider

In the competitive political landscape of Michigan, Jewish voters are seen as potentially influential in determining the outcomes of local elections, with both Democrats and Republicans courting their support.

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This election, I finally understand the undecided Jewish voter

Amy Klein in Forward

Amidst a contentious election season marked by polarization within her own family, Amy Klein delves into the complexities facing undecided Jewish voters.

0 Politics Israel

Haaretz faces blowback after liberal Israeli paper’s publisher praises ‘Palestinian freedom fighters’

Andrew Lapin in Forward

Amos Schocken, publisher of the Israeli left-wing newspaper Haaretz, has sparked significant controversy with statements at a London conference condemning Israel's government policies as akin to apartheid and advocating for international sanctions.

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Haaretz faces blowback after liberal Israeli paper’s publisher chides Israel for battling ‘Palestinian freedom fighters’

Andrew Lapin in JTA

Amos Schocken, the publisher of Haaretz, drew significant controversy after his remarks at a London conference criticizing Israel's treatment of Palestinians and likening it to apartheid-era South Africa.

0 Politics Culture

Who Jewish Celebrities Have Endorsed for the 2024 Presidential Election

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Jewish celebrities have overwhelmingly endorsed Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election, reflecting a historical trend among Jewish voters favoring Democratic candidates.

Communities ›

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At a synagogue’s election watch party on the Upper West Side, ample nosh but no takers

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA

Rabbi Lauren Grabelle Herrmann of the Society for the Advancement of Judaism, a Reconstructionist synagogue on New York's Upper West Side, held an election watch party aimed to unite her community during a politically tension-filled evening.

0 Communities Jewish Law

Why Charedi Isolationism is Wrong

Emes Ve-Emunah

Rivka Ravitz, a Charedi woman and successful career figure, embodies the complexities of integrating Charedi life with participation in the secular world.

0 Communities History

Berlin 35 years after the Wall came down – is this Europe’s most intriguing capital?

Jewish Chronicle

Berlin, 35 years after the fall of the Wall, has emerged as a hub for Jewish cultural resurgence and contemporary creativity.

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Perennially Popular Barcelona

Hilary Danailova in Hadassah

Barcelona, known for its vibrant culture and rich history, is also home to a significant yet distinct Jewish community.

0 Communities Politics

Crown Heights get-out-the-vote activists aim to turn election into a show of Chabad’s local force

Luke Tress in JTA

Activists in the Crown Heights Jewish community, primarily from the Chabad-Lubavitch movement, are pushing to boost voter turnout to show political influence in local matters, despite New York City's predictably Democratic outcomes.

Television/Film ›

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Jewish TV and Movies to Distract Yourself From Election Anxiety

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Facing the anxiety of election day, this curated list of Jewish and Jewish-themed TV shows and movies offers a perfect distraction.

Israel ›

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Drone Wars

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Israel faces a challenging new front as Iran-funded low-tech drones, used by groups like Hezbollah and the Houthis, bypass sophisticated air defenses and cause significant damage in civilian and military areas.

Culture ›

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Wrong Doctor

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Cindy Scarr's reflective narrative unfolds a series of unexpected events stemming from a mix-up with a medical appointment.

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Official Rules for the Hadassah Magazine and jGirls+ Magazine 2024 Teen Essay Contest

Editor in Hadassah

Hadassah Magazine and jGirls+ Magazine are co-hosting a 2024 teen essay contest aimed at self-identifying Jewish girls, women, and nonbinary teens, ages 13-19, from the U.S. and Israel.

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Support venues that aren't boycotting Jewish creatives, says Tsitsit director

Jewish Chronicle

London's Jewish Fringe festival, Tsitsit, returns amid rising antisemitism and polarization to spotlight Jewish creativity amidst challenging circumstances.

Leadership ›

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Part 2: Create a Winning Team

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

In "Part 2: Create a Winning Team," Cindy Scarr offers actionable insights for leaders stepping into new roles or looking to enhance team cohesion.

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Bernie Marcus, Home Depot founder who gave to Republicans and Israel, dies at 95

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA

Bernie Marcus, co-founder of Home Depot and a significant Republican and pro-Israel philanthropist, passed away at 95.

Holocaust ›

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Finding Hope on the Other Side

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Bronia Brandman, a Holocaust survivor and speaker, reflects on her journey of healing and sharing her experiences to help others cope with trauma.

Music ›

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Quincy Jones Created Jewish Legends

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Quincy Jones, the legendary music producer who passed away at 91, significantly influenced American music and had deep connections to the Jewish community.

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The Charedi leaver who is singing the Yiddishe blues

Jewish Chronicle

Pini Brown, a 26-year-old musician, navigates two contrasting worlds: the Chasidic community of Stamford Hill and East London's vibrant music scene.

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How Quincy Jones scored with the gritty story of a Harlem Holocaust survivor

Benjamin Ivry in Forward

Quincy Jones, who passed away at the age of 91, made a significant impact on film music with his score for Sidney Lumet's 1964 film "The Pawnbroker," a groundbreaking work in American cinema that explored the Holocaust from the survivor's perspective.

Antisemitism ›

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Suspects accused of vandalizing Brooklyn Museum director’s home hit with ‘terroristic threat as a hate crime’ charges

Luke Tress in JTA

Three individuals have been charged with making terroristic threats as a hate crime for vandalizing the home of Anne Pasternak, the Jewish director of the Brooklyn Museum.

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Jewish in America, Lately

Future of Jewish in Future of Jewish

In "Jewish in America, Lately," David Bogart reflects on his personal Jewish identity amidst rising antisemitism and global unrest, especially highlighted by the October 7th attacks in Israel.

Education ›

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More powerful together: Gleanings from cross-portfolio evaluations

eJewishPhilanthropy

The Jim Joseph Foundation's cross-portfolio evaluation showcases the impactful role of leading Jewish organizations like BBYO, Foundation for Jewish Camp, Hillel International, Birthright Israel, and Moishe House in fostering meaningful Jewish learning experiences among young Jews.

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Lessons learned from a day school endowment success story

eJewishPhilanthropy

Torah Academy, a Jewish day school in Boston, secured a $1 million endowment thanks to a pivotal meeting with philanthropist George Krupp.

Food ›

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Inside the Mexican Jewish ‘Cocina’

Adeena Sussman in Hadassah

Ilan Stavans and Margaret E. Boyle, two scholars bonded by their Mexican Jewish heritage, have co-authored "Sabor Judio: The Jewish Mexican Cookbook" after discovering family cookbooks rich with recipes and stories of Mexican Jewish history.

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Poetry | Undergrowth, by Sara Samhaji

Maura Pellettieri in Moment

Sara Camhaji's collection "Undergrowth" intertwines the natural and spiritual worlds, exploring themes of identity and the power of nature through poetry that invites cosmic reflection.

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