Jay Michaelson reflects on the influence of filmmaker David Lynch, who passed away at 78, on his understanding of Jewish mysticism and spirituality. Although...

The recent Gaza ceasefire announcement, hailed as a breakthrough, is not primarily the result of Donald Trump’s influence but rather stems from Israeli polit...

Jay Michaelson reflects on his struggle with feeling thankful amid political and global crises, emphasizing the importance of cultivating gratitude even in d...

Jay Michaelson argues that post-2024 election analyses misinterpret Donald Trump's narrow victory by attributing it to ideological shifts rather than economi...

Jay Michaelson reflects on his enduring sense of being an outsider in America, especially in the context of recent political developments. Using The Cure's m...

Jay Michaelson's article discusses the troubling moral tone of a pro-Trump rally at Madison Square Garden, highlighting the extreme rhetoric and bigotry from...

In this thought-provoking piece, Jay Michaelson addresses the deep political divides within American Jewish communities, particularly concerning the 2024 pre...

Jay Michaelson reflects on the complex emotions surrounding Rosh Hashanah during a turbulent time marked by conflict involving Israel, Hezbollah, and Iran. H...

Francis Ford Coppola's new film, Megalopolis, while aesthetically impressive, falls short morally, according to Jay Michaelson. The film uses an outdated mor...

Jay Michaelson critiques the spread of conspiracy theories among prominent figures like Bill Ackman and Donald Trump, highlighting their dangerous trajectory...