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bookmark The Jewish Marine behind a proud D.C. coffee institution

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider

Michael Haft, a former Marine and co-founder of Compass Coffee, has navigated a unique journey from military service to running a burgeoning coffee business in Washington, D.C. Amid the pandemic, Haft leveraged creative problem-solving by repurposing coffee shop staff for roastery construction and pivoting sales strategies, including e-commerce and grocery partnerships.

Gender/Identity ›

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bookmark Is Jewish Continuity Sexist?

Mijal Bitton in Sources

This article explores the gendered dynamics within Jewish continuity efforts, questioning whether the emphasis on biological reproduction inherently perpetuates sexism.

Antisemitism ›

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bookmark With backing of liberal Jewish leaders, new definition distances Israel criticism from claims of antisemitism

Forward

In response to ongoing debates about the boundaries of antisemitism, the Nexus Task Force, supported by prominent liberal Jewish leaders, has proposed a new definition that distinguishes most criticism of Israel and Zionism from antisemitic behavior.

Politics ›

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bookmark A New Zionist Congress Is Born

Blake Flayton in Tablet

The New Zionist Congress has been established by Jewish college students to counter rising anti-Semitism and anti-Israel sentiment on campuses.

Holidays ›

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bookmark Kosher-for-Passover dog food? I wouldn’t recommend it

Benyamin Cohen in Forward

Benyamin Cohen humorously explores the peculiarities of Passover observance for dogs, recounting his own experiences with kosher-for-Passover dog food.

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bookmark Ruth Bader Ginsburg deserves a better home than a shopping mall

Mira Fox in Forward

In the wake of Ruth Bader Ginsburg's death, a life-sized bronze statue honoring her legacy was unveiled inside City Point Brooklyn, a mixed-use development featuring retail and residential spaces.