for Thursday, April 4, 2024

Politics ›

0 Politics Israel

Analysis: Does Biden have a Jewish voter problem?

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

Some Democrats fear President Biden's critical stance on Israel's military actions in Gaza may alienate Jewish voters, a key constituency in elections, even though historically Jews have predominantly supported Democrats.

0 Politics Israel

At 2 a.m., Israeli protesters share bottles of wine, grief about Oct. 7 and fury at their government

Susan Greene in Forward

Israeli protesters, including Lea Nachimov, have been camped outside Israel's Knesset since October 7, demanding Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's resignation and the release of hostages.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Are the Jewish People Morally Inferior?

Emes Ve-Emunah

The text discusses the perception of Israel and the Jewish people, particularly by those on the political left, as being morally inferior due to biases in media coverage of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

0 Politics Israel

Pro-Palestinian protest campaign beats out goal in Wisconsin Democratic primary with more than 47,000 ‘uninstructed’ votes

Luke Tress in JTA

A pro-Palestinian protest campaign in Wisconsin's Democratic primary garnered over 47,000 uninstructed votes, surpassing its goal of 20,000 votes.

0 Politics History

Jewish Life Stories: A legendary Washington hostess and peacemaker, and an Israeli champion of civil rights

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA

Esther Coopersmith, a prominent Washington hostess and diplomat, passed away at the age of 94.

0 Politics Israel

As Charedi exemption ends, politicians prepare for election that has no date

Jewish Chronicle

The Charedi exemption from military service ended after 76 years due to the government's failure to pass a law regulating it.

0 Politics Israel

Threat in the north is the real reason the IDF hasn’t gone into Rafah...yet

In Jerusalem in Jewish Chronicle

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have recently completed an operation against Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad members in Gaza City's al-Shifa hospital, facing challenges in fully eradicating Hamas.

0 Politics Television/Film

Only science fiction explains the UN’s parallel universe

Jewish Chronicle

The author reflects on the parallel universes portrayed in science fiction like the series "3 Body Problem" and how it relates to the perception of events in the Middle East, particularly regarding casualty figures in Gaza conflict.

0 Politics Communities

Yosef Yisrael ben Chanan Lieberman // Remembering an inspiring visit with the late Orthodox Jewish senator

Rabbi Yitzchok Frankfurter in Ami

Joseph Isadore Lieberman, a prominent Orthodox Jewish-American politician who served as a US senator for Connecticut for 24 years, made history as the first Jewish person on a presidential ticket when he ran as Al Gore's vice presidential pick in 2004.

0 Politics Antisemitism

One-State Delusion // Someone, please, shake Peter Beinart awake!

Avi Shafran in Ami

Peter Beinart, known for his evolving views on Israel, currently advocates for a one-state solution replacing Israel with a bi-national Jewish/Arab state, attributing Palestinian attacks on Jews to Israeli actions.

0 Politics History

From the river to the sea, do not try to gaslight me.

Elissa Wald in Future of Jewish

The discussion revolves around the controversial phrase "From the river to the sea" and its implications regarding the conflict between Israel and Palestine.

0 Politics Ethics

How Gaza hospitals have become the front line in Israel’s war against Hamas

Ruth Marks Eglash in Jewish Insider

The Israeli Defense Forces conducted a two-week operation in Gaza's Al-Shifa Hospital, uncovering weapons caches and armed terrorists, resulting in the death and arrest of hundreds of militants, including top Hamas leaders.

Jewish Law ›

0 Jewish Law Philosophy

Letters To The Editor: A Further Response To Tzvi Goldstein On Centrist Orthodoxy And Haredi Orthodoxy

Letters to the Editor in Lehrhaus

Chaim Goldberg responds to Tzvi Goldstein's essay on Centrist Orthodoxy and Haredi Orthodoxy by highlighting nuances in Ramhal's Mesilat Yesharim that challenge Goldstein's interpretation.

0 Jewish Law Politics

Inmates sue prison for right to watch solar eclipse, claiming it’s a religious experience

Benyamin Cohen in Forward

Inmates at Woodbourne Correctional Facility in New York, including individuals of various religious beliefs, have filed a lawsuit against the state's corrections department for denying them the chance to witness the upcoming solar eclipse, which they view as a religious experience.

0 Jewish Law Communities

My stepfather, Joe Lieberman, modeled integrity inside and out

Rabbi Ethan Tucker in JTA

The text reflects on the legacy of Joe Lieberman, showcasing how his life embodied integrity and principle, drawing parallels from a Talmudic story about Rabban Gamliel.

0 Jewish Law Politics

Yosef Yisrael ben Chanan Lieberman // Remembering an inspiring visit with the late Orthodox Jewish senator

Rabbi Yitzchok Frankfurter in Ami

Iconic Orthodox Jewish-American politician Joseph Lieberman passed away, leaving behind a legacy of bipartisan politics and a steadfast commitment to Torah and mitzvos.

Israel ›

0 Israel Politics

How Much Is a Dead Jew Worth?

Gadi Taub in Tablet

In her book, "How Much Is a Dead Jew Worth?"

0 Israel Politics

Israel killed World Central Kitchen workers. I don't know if my own aid group can safely work in Gaza

Chris Skopec in Forward

Seven humanitarian aid workers from the World Central Kitchen were tragically killed by the Israel Defense Forces in Gaza despite taking safety precautions, sparking concerns for the safety of other aid organizations operating in the region, such as Project HOPE.

0 Israel Antisemitism

When did sending kids to camp become so complicated?

Jewish Chronicle

This year, sending kids to camp has become more complicated due to concerns about security, outings, and potential conflicts in Israel.

0 Israel Politics

What happens if Israel does not go into Rafah? Look at Afghanistan

Jewish Chronicle

Colonel Richard Justin Kemp, a retired British Army officer and expert on military operations, discusses the importance of Israel conducting a major offensive in Rafah to decisively eliminate Hamas's ability to threaten Israel and govern the Gaza Strip.

0 Israel Politics

World Central Kitchen’s Jose Andres: ‘Israel is better than the way this war is being waged’

Philissa Cramer in JTA

Chef Jose Andres, founder of World Central Kitchen, is calling on Israel and the Jewish people to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza following the deaths of seven aid workers in an IDF strike.

0 Israel Antisemitism

The Jewish state’s most vital voices are not Jewish.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

The text discusses how some non-Jewish individuals have become vital voices speaking out for Israel amid international criticism.

0 Israel Politics

The Deepening Crisis over Drafting the Talmidei HaYeshivos // A conversation with MK Moshe Shimon Roth

Rabbi Yitzchok Frankfurter in Ami

The current crisis in Israeli politics revolves around the draft of yeshivah students, following a High Court ruling in 2017 and subsequent failed attempts to pass a replacement law.

0 Israel Politics

The Deepening Crisis over Drafting the Talmidei HaYeshivos // A conversation with MK Moshe Shimon Roth

Rabbi Yitzchok Frankfurter in Ami

The issue of drafting yeshivah students into the Israeli army has become a focal point in Israeli politics, with the High Court ruling the exemption for Torah learners illegal in 2017.

0 Israel Politics

One-State Delusion // Someone, please, shake Peter Beinart awake!

Ami Magazine in Ami

Political commentator Peter Beinart, once a supporter of Israel, now advocates for a one-state solution, proposing a bi-national Jewish/Arab state to replace Israel.

0 Israel Communities

Jewish groups are anguished over Israeli strike that killed aid workers — and divided on who to blame

Ben Sales in JTA

Israeli strike that resulted in the killing of seven aid workers in Gaza has spurred varied reactions among American Jewish organizations.

0 Israel Communities

‘I Love This Country and Want to Protect the People’

Hillel Kuttler in Tablet

Golan Singh pays regular visits to the grave of his best friend, Cydrick Garin, an IDF soldier who died in a conflict with Hamas, sharing updates and seeking guidance.

0 Israel Politics

13 things about Israelis in wartime I’ve noticed by living among them

Susan Greene in Forward

In this article, the author reflects on living among Israelis during wartime, sharing observations like the minimal coverage of suffering in Gaza in Israeli media compared to international news.

0 Israel Politics

Biden administration ‘outraged’ by Israeli strike that killed 7 aid workers, as humanitarian groups suspend operations in Gaza

Ron Kampeas in JTA

The Biden administration expressed outrage over an Israeli drone strike that killed seven aid workers from the World Central Kitchen in Gaza, calling for better coordination to protect civilian and humanitarian workers.

Culture ›

0 Culture Education

Ramping Up Sephardic Education

Paula Jacobs in Tablet

Efforts to enhance Sephardic education and identity in the United States are gaining traction through initiatives like the Bivas Sephardic youth movement, which focuses on preserving Ladino heritage and language.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Communities

The grassroots efforts to tackle anti-Israel activity as it spreads to communities

Haley Cohen in Jewish Insider

Efforts to challenge anti-Israel activity expanding from campuses to communities in the U.S. have been met with grassroots resistance.

0 Antisemitism Communities

To combat rising hate crimes, NYC mayor suggests a PR campaign

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

NYC Mayor Eric Adams proposed a PR campaign to address rising hate crimes, particularly targeting antisemitism and racism following a spike in incidents since a terror attack.

0 Antisemitism Television/Film

Judy Gold’s Israel Act

Amy Klein in Hadassah

Comedian Judy Gold, in a recent interview, reflects on the rise of antisemitism and the importance of defending Israel in the entertainment industry.

0 Antisemitism Sports

Germany will redesign the numbers on its national soccer jersey after realizing they look like a Nazi symbol

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA

Germany will be redesigning the numbers on its national soccer jerseys by Adidas after public outcry over the stylized number 44 resembling the Nazi SS lightning bolt symbol.

0 Antisemitism Communities

We’re making aliyah to … N12

Jewish Chronicle

The writer reflects on the Jewish historical experience of relocation and discusses their family's decision to move for security reasons, choosing to make aliyah to North Finchley.

0 Antisemitism Education

Most Jewish parents say Oct. 7 has affected their child’s college selection, Hillel survey finds

Andrew Lapin in JTA

A recent survey conducted by Hillel International revealed that the majority of Jewish parents of high school juniors and seniors have altered their children's college choices following the October 7 attack on Israel.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Counter-extremism experts need more protection

Jewish Chronicle

Counter-extremism professionals, like Dame Sara Khan, face backlash and lack support in their crucial work to combat extremism targeting individuals like women and minority groups.

0 Antisemitism Literature

Poetry After October 7th

Maxim D. Shrayer in Tablet

Eileen Myles, a prominent American poet, posted controversial anti-Israel statements on social media, sparking debates among Jewish writers about antisemitism and activism.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Most Americans and nearly all American Jews say antisemitism has risen since Oct. 7, survey finds

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA

A recent survey conducted by the Pew Research Center reveals that most Americans, including almost 90% of American Jews, believe that antisemitism has increased since October 7.

Holocaust ›

0 Holocaust Science

Leading American medical journal faces down its own history of endorsing Nazi race science

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA

The New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) has acknowledged its past endorsements of Nazi medical practices and slow response to Nazi Germany's antisemitic abuses in a historical retrospective.

0 Holocaust Music

The opera fans who saved Jews from the Nazis

Jewish Chronicle

Violinist and composer Alison Cotton uncovered the remarkable story of Ida and Louise Cook, two music-loving sisters from Sunderland who saved 29 Jews from the Nazis during the 1930s.

Communities ›

0 Communities History

How these 29 last names became a cheat code for researchers surveying American Jews

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA

Ira Sheskin, a renowned American Jewish demographer, developed a technique using 29 distinctive Jewish last names to identify Jewish populations in surveys, avoiding the expense of widespread outreach.

0 Communities History

More than a history lesson: Reflections from a campus tour

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy

The text reflects the experiences of a Jewish individual from Samarkand, Uzbekistan, emphasizing the historical and cultural significance of Sephardic and Mizrahi Jews.

0 Communities History

More than a history lesson: Reflections from a campus tour

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy

Manashe Khaimov reflects on his personal journey as a Jewish immigrant from Samarkand, Uzbekistan, highlighting the historical and cultural richness of Sephardic and Mizrahi Jewish communities.

0 Communities

Why Many Real Estate Investors are Suffering // Assessing the health of the present real estate market with Greg Corbin

Rabbi Yitzchok Frankfurter in Ami

Greg Corbin, a prominent figure in real estate, discusses the current state of the market, calling it the least healthy in 20 years and predicting it will surpass the challenges of 2009.

0 Communities Politics

A ‘Tot Shabbat for Ceasefire’ offers a pro-Palestinian Jewish ritual space for children

Julia Gergely in JTA

A children's event called Tot Shabbat for Ceasefire, organized by Jews for Racial and Economic Justice, took place in Brooklyn's Fort Greene Park, blending Jewish rituals with activism in support of a ceasefire between Israel and Gaza.

Ethics ›

0 Ethics Jewish Law

One Beautiful Egg: The First Gestational Surrogacy

Sandye Rudnitzky in Hadassah

Sandye Rudnitzky shares her journey of pursuing gestational surrogacy in the 1980s after facing infertility issues, leading to the birth of her daughter Jillian, the first baby born using the egg and sperm of the biological parents in a surrogate's womb.

Miscellaneous

How Kabbalah and karaoke took me from science to music

Jewish Chronicle

Eduard Shyfrin, a successful businessman, mathematician, and physicist who later delved into Kabbalah, has surprised everyone at 63 by releasing his debut album, "Upside Down Blues."

Why Many Real Estate Investors are Suffering // Assessing the health of the present real estate market with Greg Corbin

Rabbi Yitzchok Frankfurter in Ami

Greg Corbin, a seasoned real estate professional, shares insights on the current state of the real estate market, describing it as the least healthy in 20 years, with challenges across various asset classes.

History ›

0 History Gender/Identity

Magic potions old and new to keep you young

Jewish Chronicle

Jewish women in the Renaissance era played a significant role in formulating cosmetics, creating advanced products such as anti-wrinkle creams and SPFs, often overlooked by scientists of the time.

Food ›

0 Food Communities

The NYT’s ‘100 best restaurants’ in NYC in 2024 include an Israeli falafel joint and 2 Jewish delis

Julia Gergely in JTA

The New York Times' 2024 list of 100 Best Restaurants in NYC features an Israeli falafel joint called Falafel Tanami in Brooklyn known for its flavorful falafel and amba sauce.

Music ›

0 Music Culture

Shul music has given me a taste for melancholia

Jewish Chronicle

The author, a music journalist, reflects on how parenthood has shifted their music choices to upbeat pop rather than the melancholic tunes of their youth, influenced by the emotional and contemplative music heard at synagogue during the High Holidays.

Sports ›

0 Sports Communities

A scandalous Jewish NBA rivalry is taking shape — in the owner's box

Louis Keene in Forward

The article discusses the rivalry between Jewish NBA owners Mat Ishbia of the Phoenix Suns and Dan Gilbert of the Cleveland Cavaliers, rooted in their mortgage lending businesses – United Wholesale Mortgage and Rocket Mortgage, respectively.

Television/Film ›

0 Television/Film Jewish Law

‘Testament: The Story of Moses’ is one of Netflix’s top shows — and it features multiple rabbis

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA

Netflix's new series, Testament: The Story of Moses, has emerged as a popular show, featuring a retelling of the Exodus story with commentary from religious leaders of Jewish, Christian, and Muslim backgrounds.

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