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USC taught its pro-Palestinian valedictorian to ask good questions — then axed commencement because it was afraid of them

Jonathan Cohen in Forward

The University of Southern California (USC) rescinded the commencement speech invitation for Asna Tabassum, a pro-Palestinian valedictorian, following pressure from pro-Israel groups.

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Hundreds of students arrested from Texas to California as college Israel protests continue

Andrew Lapin in JTA

Pro-Palestinian protests on college campuses across the United States have led to hundreds of student arrests, clashes with authorities, and disruptions to campus activities, such as the cancellation of graduation ceremonies and valedictorian speeches.

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USC cancels graduation amid tumult over Israel and Gaza

Lauren Markoe in Forward

The University of Southern California (USC) canceled its primary May graduation ceremony due to safety concerns following protests and arrests related to the cancellation of a speech by a Muslim American valedictorian whose views on Israel sparked controversy.

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The Anti War Protests

Emes Ve-Emunah

The text discusses the surge of anti-Israel protests on college campuses, fueled by student outrage over civilian casualties in the conflict with Hamas.

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Israeli University Launches Mental Health Center Spurred to Deal With October 7 Trauma

Elana Sztokman in Kveller

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem has launched the Institute for Traumatic Stress and Recovery in response to the October 7, 2023 Hamass attack that resulted in significant trauma for Israelis.

History ›

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Revolution in the Temple

David Matar in Lehrhaus

The essay discusses a rabbinic story about the sage Hillel's ruling on offering the Passover Sacrifice in the Temple, highlighting its different versions in Rabbinic literature.

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Nicaragua: Land of lakes and volcanoes

Rupert Parker in Jewish Chronicle

Nicaragua, known as the land of lakes and volcanoes, boasts a landscape marked by intense volcanic and seismic activity, with 19 volcanoes, including some active ones.

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‘We Have Our Own History, Our Own Trauma, and Our Own Experience’

Abigail Pogrebin in Tablet

In the late 19th century, the Russian Empire was home to the largest Jewish population, but violent pogroms led to massive emigration to escape persecution.

Art ›

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Druze artist’s splash of color reaches from northern Israel to Hostage Square

Ruth Marks Eglash in Jewish Insider

Sam Halaby, a talented Druze artist from Israel, defied traditional expectations in his community to pursue his passion for art, supported by his mother who recognized his talent.

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Israeli Artists Respond to the Oct. 7 Attacks

Hillel Kuttler in Tablet

Benzi Brofman, an Israeli artist, has been painting portraits of Israelis who lost their lives to attacks by Hamas on Oct. 7, including soldiers, festival attendees, and residents of Gaza-area communities.

Politics ›

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Extremist rhetoric escalates among campus anti-Israel protesters

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider

Extremist rhetoric and actions have escalated among campus anti-Israel protesters, particularly at Columbia University and New York University, where student organizers have been promoting violence against Zionists.

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Dear Progressives: You are hurting the Palestinians.

Elissa Wald in Future of Jewish

The essay addresses progressive anti-Zionists, criticizing their views on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

0 Politics Israel

President Biden Meets With 4-Year-Old Released Israeli American Hostage Abigail Edan

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

President Biden recently met with 4-year-old Abigail Edan, a dual American and Israeli citizen who was released after being held hostage by Hamas.

0 Politics Israel

US and 17 other countries with hostages in Gaza call for their release in exchange for a ceasefire

Ron Kampeas in JTA

The Biden administration and 17 other countries, excluding Israel, with hostages in Gaza have jointly called for the immediate release of the hostages in exchange for a comprehensive ceasefire to end hostilities between Israel and Hamas, despite Israel's goal of removing Hamas from power.

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Israel is now also a proxy for its Sunni Muslim neighbours

Jewish Chronicle

The recent Iranian attack on Israel has brought to light the broader strategic aim of Iran's leadership rooted in Mahdism ideology, aiming to establish a global caliphate by eliminating obstacles like Israel.

Miscellaneous

The Rise of the ‘Survivors’

Jenna Weissman Joselit in Tablet

Following the Holocaust, the survivors of the Shoah were initially referred to by various names before "survivor" became the predominant term, embodying a complex set of meanings as a source of authority, morality, and legal status.

Holidays ›

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Yizkor After the Black Sabbaths

Shlomo M. Brody in Tablet

Yizkor is a communal memorial service held four times a year in Jewish synagogues, including Passover, reflecting on the memory of loved ones.

Antisemitism ›

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Calif. budget battle to test lawmakers’ will on fighting antisemitism

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider

California is experiencing a surge in antisemitic incidents, prompting Governor Gavin Newsom to release a comprehensive plan to combat antisemitism in the state, inspired by the Biden administration's strategy.

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Columbia's campus is rocked by protests. The surrounding neighborhood? Not so much

Sam Lin-Sommer in Forward

Columbia University has been in the spotlight due to student protests supporting Palestine, leading to arrests, calls for the president's resignation, and national solidarity camps.

0 Antisemitism Gender/Identity

The Conversation

Moment in Moment

Fania Oz-Salzberger's column on humanist Zionism in Moment magazine gained significant attention and praise for offering a nuanced perspective on Zionism in response to those who have branded it as racist.

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Would You Send Your Jewish Child to a U.S. College?

Moment in Moment

The article discusses concerns about rising antisemitism and anti-Zionism on American college campuses since October 7, as gathered from Reddit users.

0 Antisemitism Education

Brown president tries a less confrontational approach to students' Gaza encampment

Mira Fox in Forward

Brown University took a unique approach when students set up a Gaza solidarity encampment on campus, opting not to make immediate arrests or suspensions unlike other universities.

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Former employee used AI to frame Baltimore school principal as antisemitic and racist, police say

Andrew Lapin in JTA

A former employee of a Baltimore-area high school was arrested for using artificial intelligence to fabricate antisemitic and racist comments supposedly made by the school's principal as part of a growing trend of AI-generated impersonation incidents.

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We in the Israel-politics ‘sandwich generation’ need our Jewish institutions to change how they define antisemitism

Mitch Gruber in JTA

The author, a Jewish elected official in Rochester, discusses the challenges faced by Jewish institutions in defining and combating antisemitism in the current political landscape.

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Why is this antisemitism different from all others?

Jewish Chronicle

Antisemitism is surging, with a sharp increase in incidents and hateful speech online.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Jews should know that bans on speech can always backfire

Jewish Chronicle

Last week, events in Berlin and Belgium highlighted the issue of banning conferences from different ends of the political spectrum.

0 Antisemitism Education

The shameful radicalisation of Columbia comes from Critical Race Theory

Jewish Chronicle

The article discusses the radicalization at American universities, focusing on Columbia University and the influence of Critical Race Theory (CRT).

0 Antisemitism Communities

How to (Actually) Fight Antisemitism on College Campuses

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

The text discusses the ongoing issue of combating antisemitism and anti-Zionism on college campuses, highlighting the ineffectiveness of current approaches by organizations such as Hillel and the Anti-Defamation League.

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How a group of young Jewish funders chose to combat antisemitism

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy

A group of young Jewish philanthropists established the Slingshot Giving Circle on Antisemitism in response to the growing concerns over antisemitism in college campuses and communities.

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Protesters at Columbia are fighting for our deepest values as Jews

Leo Ferguson in Forward

Jewish students at Columbia University and other campuses are engaging in protests against the mass deaths in Gaza, with a focus on upholding Jewish values of justice and human rights.

Literature ›

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The Unaloner

Jake Marmer in Tablet

Jessica Jacobs' poetry collection "Unalone" delves into the Torah portions in Genesis, presenting poetic responses to each, blending interpretive, personal, scholarly, and creative elements.

Jewish Law ›

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Rescuing Rambam from Revisionism

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism

The text discusses the misconception that the philosopher and legal scholar Rambam legitimizes the modern charedi kollel system and exemption from army service.

Communities ›

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How a group of young Jewish funders chose to combat antisemitism

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy

A group of young Jewish philanthropists formed the Slingshot Giving Circle on Antisemitism in response to the rising antisemitism in the American Jewish community.

0 Communities Ethics

I’m so glad Dad agreed to move into a care home

Jewish Chronicle

In this touching account, the author describes the journey of their Jewish father, who, initially resistant to the idea of a care home, eventually found happiness and comfort at Hammerson House, a Jewish care home in London, after being convinced by family.

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A Rock Star Ideas Festival in Brooklyn

Maggie Phillips in Tablet

Winston Marshall, co-founder of Mumford & Sons, transitioned from music to organizing a thought symposium, Dissident Dialogues, aiming to foster a community of deep thinkers.

Israel ›

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The Last Lebanon War

Amiad Cohen in Tablet

The text discusses the author's experience during reserve duty on the Lebanese border, reflecting on missed opportunities for strategic foresight and decisive victories against Hezbollah in Lebanon.

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