for Tuesday, February 10, 2026

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1 in 3 American Jews were targeted by an antisemitic incident last year, AJC survey finds

Grace Gilson in JTA

A recent American Jewish Committee (AJC) survey revealed that one-third of American Jews experienced antisemitic incidents in 2025, indicating a steady level of threat similar to 2024.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Blue-square politics will not save Jewish children.

Leo Pearlman in Future of Jewish

Leo Pearlman's essay critiques an ad aired during the Super Bowl for its symbolic response to antisemitism, arguing that passive gestures like wearing pins or using symbols fail to address the real issues faced by Jews today.

0 Antisemitism Communities

American Jews need both security and identity

eJewishPhilanthropy

New York Times columnist Bret Stephens recently sparked discussion by suggesting that American Jews should pivot from focusing primarily on antisemitism to strengthening Jewish identity.

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Super Bowl ad combatting antisemitism draws criticism from Jews

Benyamin Cohen in Forward

A Super Bowl ad funded by New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft aimed to combat antisemitism by depicting a Jewish student being supported by a Black peer.

0 Antisemitism Culture

Generative AI reimagines the Blue Square Super Bowl ad in real time

eJewishPhilanthropy

The Jewish community's reaction to the Blue Square Alliance's Super Bowl ad highlights the evolving discourse on antisemitism and the impact of generative AI in media critique.

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The morning after the Super Bowl: The reality facing today’s Jewish teens

eJewishPhilanthropy

For many Jewish teens, the aftermath of the Super Bowl spotlights an everyday battle with antisemitism, as highlighted by a poignant Super Bowl ad from Robert Kraft's Blue Square Alliance Against Hate.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Can $15 million fix antisemitism? Probably not.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Robert Kraft's Blue Square Alliance Against Hate aired a controversial $15 million Super Bowl ad, sparking debate over its effectiveness in combating antisemitism.

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Religious Zionism Under Attack

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism

Religious Zionism in Israel is facing harsh criticism from within its community and from purported allies due to its opposition to charedi draft exemptions.

0 Politics Israel

The JFNA survey proves it: ‘Zionism’ today only impedes the conversations that Jews, Israelis and Palestinians need

Rabbi Jill Jacobs in JTA

Rabbi Jill Jacobs discusses the divide in Jewish communities over Zionism and support for Israel, as revealed by a recent JFNA survey.

0 Politics Culture

Zionism was never a single concept. We should be grateful to JFNA’s survey for the reminder.

Joel Swanson in JTA

A recent survey by the Jewish Federations of North America has revealed that while only about one-third of American Jews identify as Zionists, the vast majority still affirm Israel's right to exist as a democratic Jewish state.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Arrests and clashes with police as Australians protest Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s Sydney visit

Grace Gilson in JTA

Protests erupted across Australia in response to Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit following the Bondi massacre, where 15 Jewish community members were killed in Sydney during a Hanukkah event.

0 Politics Israel

Why do so many Jews support Israel — but reject ‘Zionism’?

Dan Perry in Forward

Dan Perry explores the complex relationship many American Jews have with Zionism, as revealed by a survey indicating only a third consider themselves Zionists despite the near-universal support for Israel's right to exist as a democratic Jewish state.

0 Politics Ethics

Trump is Not a Patriot

Ken Silverman in The Beinart Notebook

Ken Silverman critiques the conflation of the terms 'patriotism' and 'nationalism' in contemporary American political discourse, particularly focusing on the association of 'patriot' with the MAGA movement and Donald Trump.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The 'Gaza Playbook' arrives to America's streets.

Bob Goldberg in Future of Jewish

Amid the evolving dynamics of U.S. protests, particularly those targeting ICE, a notable trend has emerged with the prevalence of Palestinian symbols and rhetoric.

0 Politics Education

Proposed laws aim to test the Supreme Court’s ban on public school-sponsored prayer

Hannah Feuer in Forward

The ongoing legal battle over prayer in public schools is resurfacing, as several states propose new legislation to introduce Christian prayer time despite the historic 1962 Engel v. Vitale decision banning school-sponsored prayer.

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Will Democrats rally behind progressive socialist Mejia as she vies to represent wealthy N.J. district?

Marc Rod in Jewish Insider

Progressive activist Analilia Mejia is poised to win the Democratic primary in New Jersey's wealthy 11th Congressional District, attracting concern from moderate and pro-Israel groups.

Sports ›

0 Sports Israel

What To Know About ‘Shul Runnings,’ the Bobsled Team Representing Israel in the Winter Olympics

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

The Israeli bobsled team, humorously named Shul Runnings, is set to make its debut at the 2026 Winter Olympics, thanks to the dedication of Adam A.J. Edelman, the first Orthodox athlete to compete in the Winter Olympics in 2018.

Leadership ›

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NCJW names new leader as group steps up work on Israel, antisemitism

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward

The National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) has appointed Jody Rabhan as its new leader amid ongoing shifts in its advocacy focus, particularly regarding Israel.

Education ›

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Anne Frank and ‘Night’ may soon be required reading in Texas public schools. Is that good for the Jews?

Andrew Lapin in JTA

In an effort to standardize education, Texas is considering a legislative move to make key Jewish texts, including Anne Frank's diary and Elie Wiesel's "Night," part of a required reading list for public schools across the state.

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The best spotters on the front lines of teen mental health? It’s often their peers

eJewishPhilanthropy

The Teen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA) program, championed by The Jewish Education Project and BeWell, empowers Jewish teens to recognize mental health issues among their peers and appropriately engage supportive adults.

Culture ›

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Can Manischewitz make matzo ball soup hot again?

Mira Fox in Forward

Manischewitz's latest rebranding effort aims to inject a modern coolness into its traditional Jewish image, particularly targeting younger, culturally curious audiences.

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From ‘Hairspray’ to ‘South Park,’ composer Marc Shaiman tells a showbiz story shaped by Jewish humor

Stephen Silver in JTA

Marc Shaiman, a celebrated composer in American showbiz, presents his memoir, "Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories from a Sore Winner," reflecting on a career deeply intertwined with Jewish humor.

Communities ›

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Dana Bash and Matan Sivek to headline 4th annual Jewish Digital Summit

JTA Staff in JTA

The Jewish Digital Summit, organized by 70 Faces Media, is returning for its fourth year with a focus on enhancing digital engagement within the Jewish community.

Art ›

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Bill Aron, photographer of Jewish countercultures, gets his due in a sweeping retrospective

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA

Bill Aron, a sociologist and street photographer, is celebrated for his expansive work capturing Jewish countercultures.

Television/Film ›

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The PBS series ‘Black and Jewish America’ gets it right — except the Black and Jewish part

Robin Washington in Forward

Robin Washington critiques the PBS series "Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History," for its failure to adequately represent Jews of Color, despite its initial promise.

Philosophy ›

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Ha-Inyan Ha-Eloki: Restoring Yehuda Ha-Levy and The Kuzari to Their Andalusian Context

Jackson Gardner in Lehrhaus

Jackson Gardner's article explores how R. Yehuda Ha-Levy's work, The Kuzari, has often been misinterpreted when contrasted with the rationalist figures like Maimonides in the context of Andalusian intellectual traditions.

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