JL;DR

Daily Podcasts Video Research

for Monday, March 25, 2024

Israel ›

0 Israel Politics

I just visited the scenes of slaughter in Israel.

Sam Hilt in Future of Jewish

The text describes the author's participation in a week-long mission in Sderot, Israel, organized by Shurat HaDin, a legal organization fighting terrorism.

0 Israel Communities

‘He’s Not Here Physically, But His Soul Is Here’

Hillel Kuttler in Tablet

Eliran Abergel, a police officer defending Kibbutz Beeri from Hamas terrorists, was killed in action, leaving his wife Eden pregnant with their first child.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Politics

Fifteen Minutes of Flame

David Jager in Tablet

Aaron Bushnell, a 25-year-old U.S. airman, self-immolated in front of the Israeli Embassy in Washington, with differing interpretations of his action.

Politics ›

0 Politics Antisemitism

New Jersey’s Sue Altman, breaking with progressive allies, expresses support for Israel

Marc Rod in Jewish Insider

Sue Altman, the presumptive Democratic nominee for New Jersey's 7th Congressional District, has distanced herself from progressive allies by expressing strong support for Israel.

0 Politics Education

Traditionally quiet campuses now face widespread anti-Israel activity

Haley Cohen in Jewish Insider

Campuses like the University of Virginia, typically politically quiet regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, have seen a surge in anti-Israel activity post-Oct.

0 Politics Antisemitism

What the hell is going on?

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

"In 'What the hell is going on?', a weekly series discussing recent events in the Jewish world, various occurrences are highlighted. Footage from Gaza shows aid being sold instead of used, with blame directed at Israel for humanitarian issues. Antisemitism in medical professions and academia is noted, along with incidents at Harvard and in Canada. Political stances on Hamas, Gaza, and Israel are discussed, including U.S. actions and concerns in various countries. The text illuminates the complexities and challenges facing Jewish communities worldwide, emphasizing the need for awareness and action."

History ›

0 History Literature

Jewish Foreskins, Black Masks

Marco Roth in Tablet

"The Rebels Clinic: The Revolutionary Lives of Frantz Fanon" by Adam Shatz delves into the remarkable life of Frantz Fanon, exploring his journey from a medical student to a pivotal figure in the Algerian independence movement and decolonization.

Communities ›

0 Communities Politics

The War on Citizenship

Michael Lind in Tablet

The text discusses the changing perception of citizenship and its significance, particularly in the context of a Chinese non-citizen being appointed to a San Francisco government body responsible for elections where she cannot vote.

Philosophy ›

0 Philosophy Education

Why Rabbi Shai Held says love is the cornerstone of Jewish belief and practice

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA

Rabbi Shai Held asserts in his book "Judaism Is About Love: Recovering the Heart of Jewish Life" that love is the cornerstone of Jewish belief and practice, countering the misconception that Judaism is solely about justice, law, or action.