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0 Television/Film History

The Jew who put Hitler on trial — and the play that stages his story

PJ Grisar in Forward

Hans Litten, the Jewish lawyer who famously put Hitler on the witness stand in 1931, is the focus of Douglas P. Lackey's play, "Hans Litten: The Jew Who Cross-Examined Hitler."

Philosophy ›

0 Philosophy Communities

I Am Grateful to God

Maish Yarmush in Tablet

Maish Yarmush reflects profoundly on the intense gratitude he feels towards God for the blessings of being part of the Jewish people.

0 Philosophy Torah

5 Perspectives on Sinai in an Age of Empiricism

18Forty Staff in 18forty

In an age dominated by empirical evidence and scientific validation, the article "5 Perspectives on Sinai in an Age of Empiricism" explores how the revelatory Mount Sinai event challenges contemporary frameworks of belief and knowledge.

Politics ›

0 Politics Culture

The Ridiculous Rise of Celebrity Politics

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Joshua Hoffman discusses the problematic rise of celebrity politics, illustrated by figures like Mark Ruffalo and Billie Eilish.

0 Politics Communities

Republican senator in Louisiana launches probe into Mamdani’s reversal of Israel executive orders

New York Jewish Week Staff in JTA

A Republican senator from Louisiana, Bill Cassidy, has initiated an investigation into Mayor Zohran Mamdani's decision to repeal New York City executive orders concerning antisemitism and Israel.

0 Politics Ethics

Josh Shapiro's Values and Politics

Emes Ve-Emunah

In an interview with Gayle King, the author expresses admiration for Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, highlighting the importance of evaluating political candidates based on their values rather than party labels, particularly regarding their stance towards Israel and the Jewish community.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Canadian Jewish groups decry axing of antisemitism envoy in favor of ‘rights, equality and inclusion’ advisory council

Grace Gilson in JTA

Canadian Jewish groups express strong disapproval following the Canadian government's decision to replace its dedicated antisemitism and Islamophobia envoy roles with a broader Rights, Equality, and Inclusion advisory council.

0 Politics Israel

Tucker Carlson to interview Mike Huckabee, U.S. Ambassador to Israel

Andrew Lapin in JTA

Tucker Carlson, a prominent right-wing commentator known for his critical views on Israel and controversial stances on antisemitism, is set to interview Mike Huckabee, the U.S. Ambassador to Israel.

0 Politics Communities

These major Jewish groups have sponsored the NYC mayor’s interfaith breakfast before. Not this year.

Joseph Strauss in JTA

The annual NYC Mayor's Interfaith Breakfast, which traditionally includes prominent Jewish organizational sponsors, will not see participation from major groups such as UJA-Federation, the New York Board of Rabbis, and the Anti-Defamation League this year.

0 Politics Culture

Jews who support Israel often do not identify as ‘Zionists,’ new JFNA survey finds

Andrew Lapin in Forward

A Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) survey reveals that only a third of American Jews identify as Zionists, although nearly 90% support Israel's right to exist as a Jewish and democratic state.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Jewish leaders escalate concerns about unclear political conditions on federal security grants

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA

Jewish leaders are voicing alarm over the ambiguous conditions tied to federal security grants provided to religious and nonprofit institutions at high risk of terror attacks.

0 Politics Communities

Most US Jews do not identify as ‘Zionists,’ even when they support Israel, JFNA survey finds

Andrew Lapin in JTA

A recent survey by the Jewish Federations of North America has revealed that only one-third of American Jews identify as Zionists, despite nearly 90% supporting Israel's right to exist as a Jewish and democratic state.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Mamdani taps leader of progressive Zionist group to helm Office to Combat Antisemitism

Joseph Strauss in JTA

New York City Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani has appointed Phylisa Wisdom, leader of the progressive Jewish group New York Jewish Agenda (NYJA), as the executive director of the Mayor's Office to Combat Antisemitism.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Palestine Action activists acquitted in Israeli defense firm break-in, drawing criticism from British Jewish leaders

Grace Gilson in JTA

Six activists from Palestine Action were acquitted by a British jury for allegedly breaking into the premises of Elbit Systems, an Israeli defense company.

0 Politics Israel

The ‘Zionism’ gap: What data really shows about Jews, Israel and Zionism today

Mimi Kravetz in JTA

Amid growing concerns about American Jews, particularly younger ones, distancing themselves from Israel, data reveals that a deep emotional connection to Israel remains intact across all ages.

0 Politics Israel

Conspiracy Theories, Israel Style

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism

In Israel, a conspiracy theory known as the 'Leftist Kaplanist Conspiracy' is gaining traction, accusing extreme anti-judicial reform protesters of orchestrating political maneuvers against the government.

0 Politics History

A death knell for the American Jewish dream of a melting pot — in the 1920s, and today

Emily Tamkin in Forward

Emily Tamkin reflects on the American Jewish experience with immigration, drawing parallels between the 1920s and today.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism History

A maligned marker honoring a French Nazi sympathizer is off NYC’s streets — for now

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA

Menachem Rosensaft, son of Holocaust survivors and general counsel emeritus of the World Jewish Congress, celebrated the recent removal of a historical marker honoring Nazi collaborator Pierre Laval from New York City's streets.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Latest Epstein files release unleashes wave of antisemitic conspiracy theories on social media

Grace Gilson in JTA

The recent release of Jeffrey Epstein's files has sparked a surge of antisemitic conspiracy theories on social media.

0 Antisemitism Ethics

A model for addressing antisemitism in health care

eJewishPhilanthropy

Antisemitism in health care settings is becoming increasingly prevalent, compromising trust and safety among Jewish clinicians and patients.

Leadership ›

0 Leadership Culture

The Double Lives of Hadassah Doctors and Nurses

Barbara Sofer in Hadassah

Hadassah doctors and nurses like Dr. Esi Sharon-Sagie and Itzik Kara have been leading extraordinary double lives since the Hamas massacre on October 7, 2023, and during the subsequent years of conflict.

0 Leadership Communities

Why I tell my story — and why Jewish leadership needs more of us

eJewishPhilanthropy

Rabbi Madeline Cooper reflects on her personal journey and the broader challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in Jewish leadership roles.

0 Leadership Science

Alphabet’s AI bet shows early returns under Israeli-American CFO Anat Ashkenazi

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider

Anat Ashkenazi, an Israeli-American financial executive, has made significant strides in her role as CFO at Alphabet, following her successful tenure at Eli Lilly.

Culture ›

0 Culture History

He documented a changing Jewish world, and the Jewish world changed him

Mira Fox in Forward

Bill Aron's photography is celebrated in a new retrospective at the American Jewish Historical Society, showcasing how his work has documented and in turn, influenced his engagement with Jewish communities worldwide.

0 Culture Television/Film

‘How I Met Your Mother’ Star Josh Radnor Is Now a Jewish Dad

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Josh Radnor, famously known as Ted Mosby from the hit show How I Met Your Mother, has entered fatherhood and shared the delightful news on Instagram.

0 Culture Politics

The Israel You Aren't Allowed to See

Stacy Gittleman in Future of Jewish

Stacy Gittleman reflects on her recent visit to Israel, highlighting cultural, academic, and everyday aspects of Israeli life.

0 Culture Communities

Two Amish Women Walked into a Casino (Because I Drove Them There)

Rivka Neriya-Ben-Shahar in Lehrhaus

Rivka Neriya-Ben Shahar shares her experience taking her Amish friends to the ocean for the first time at Atlantic City, reflecting on their shared conservative values despite different religious cultures.

0 Culture Science

The Screening Machine

Mo Perry in Tablet

The author reflects on their evolving perception of the medical establishment and preventative health measures in the wake of their mother's breast cancer diagnosis and experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic.

0 Culture Antisemitism

Waiting for Bilal

Liel Leibovitz in Tablet

In a critique of Robert Kraft's recent Super Bowl ad aimed at combating antisemitism, Liel Leibovitz argues that efforts like the Blue Square Alliance Against Hate campaign are superficial and emblematic of the moral failings of organized Jewish leadership.

0 Culture Education

Did Elizabeth Banks Just Quote the Talmud?

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Elizabeth Banks has been inspired by the wisdom of bar and bat mitzvah celebrations, sharing insights gained from these events with her followers.

Science ›

0 Science Culture

For Israel’s foremost chiropterologist, every bat is a mitzvah

Noah Hirsch-Rechter in Forward

Yossi Yovel, a professor of zoology at Tel Aviv University, is pioneering research in bat echolocation, demonstrating their cognitive abilities and potential consciousness.

History ›

0 History Antisemitism

Who's With the Jews?

Jewdicious

The article explores the historical dynamics of how nations have supported or persecuted Jewish communities, focusing on the infamous Damascus Affair of 1840.

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