for Tuesday, May 21, 2024

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0 Israel Politics

Eli Lake in The Free Press

The International Criminal Court (ICC) chief prosecutor Karim Khan applied for an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, alongside Hamas leaders, for alleged violations during the conflict in Gaza.

0 Israel Politics

‘No one appealed against Oct. 7 mastermind Sinwar’s 2011 prison release’

Lahav Harkov in Jewish Insider

Yahya Sinwar, a Hamas leader in Gaza, gained notoriety as a mastermind of attacks against Israel and Jews, but when he was released from an Israeli prison in 2011 as part of a prisoner exchange for Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit, he was not considered a threat to Israelis, given that he was in prison for the murder of Palestinians.

0 Israel Jewish Law

A Theodicy of Absurdity

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism

Rav Aharon Feldman, a prominent figure in Agudas Yisrael of America, offers a theodicy for the Gaza war in a letter suggesting it was a Divine message due to Israel's perceived godlessness.

0 Israel Politics

Trying to arrest Netanyahu could actually make him more powerful

Dan Perry in Forward

The International Criminal Court prosecutor's decision to seek an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant may ultimately backfire by boosting Netanyahu's image and the Israeli government's strength.

0 Israel Politics

Raisi set the Middle East aflame but his death will not put out the fire

Jewish Chronicle

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, known for his aggressive foreign policies and support for groups like Hamas, passed away alongside his foreign minister in a helicopter crash.

0 Israel Holocaust

What the top U.S. Nazi hunter thinks of claims that Israel is committing genocide

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider

Eli Rosenbaum, a former Nazi hunter with extensive experience prosecuting war criminals, challenges the claims of Israel committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza.

0 Israel Politics

The Gantz Ultimatum

Michael Doran in Tablet

Benny Gantz, the leader of Israel's National Unity Party, issued an ultimatum to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, demanding a new war strategy or his resignation, setting the stage for potential government instability and early elections.

Politics ›

0 Politics Israel

Biden: Israel will get ‘everything it needs’ to fight Hamas; Gaza war is ‘not genocide’

Ron Kampeas in Forward

President Joe Biden assured a Jewish gathering that the U.S. will provide Israel with necessary support to combat Hamas, rejecting claims of genocide against Israel at the International Court of Justice.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Royce White, right-wing podcaster who has criticized ‘the Jewish elite,’ wins Minnesota GOP’s Senate endorsement

Andrew Lapin in Forward

Royce White, a former NBA player turned right-wing podcaster, secured the Minnesota GOP's Senate endorsement despite his history of employing conspiratorial rhetoric about the Jewish elite and the Holocaust on social media.

0 Politics Antisemitism

How to Be a Better Ally

Richard Hanania in Tablet

The text discusses the challenges faced by supporters of Israel regarding portraying their stance in international media, especially amidst the conflict in Gaza.

0 Politics Jewish Law

The Mainstream Media's Anti-Israel Obsession

Nachum Kaplan in Future of Jewish

The essay discusses the mainstream media's alleged anti-Israel bias, particularly in its coverage of legal actions against Israel, such as investigations by international bodies like the United Nations and the International Criminal Court, labeling them as antisemitic acts and challenging their legitimacy.

0 Politics Communities

Traveling While Jewish Brings Its Own Baggage These Days

Alexander Gelfand in Kveller

The author reflects on concerns about traveling as a visibly Jewish family to destinations where anti-Semitism may be prevalent, such as Istanbul, due to recent political tensions and global anti-Semitic sentiments.

0 Politics Israel

Could Gallant and Gantz Deliver for Biden?

Nathan Guttman in Moment

President Biden has faced challenges trying to influence Israeli policies, particularly regarding Gaza and Netanyahu's government.

0 Politics Gender/Identity

Yael Dayan, Israeli writer, politician, peace activist and general’s daughter, dies at 85

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA

Yael Dayan, the daughter of Israeli military leader Moshe Dayan, passed away at the age of 85.

0 Politics Communities

AOC pushes New York bill to penalize charities backing Israeli settlements

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is backing a bill in New York that aims to penalize charities supporting Israeli settlements, citing human rights concerns in the region.

0 Politics Communities

The Butcher of Tehran Dies

Emes Ve-Emunah

The article discusses the case of Arvin Ghahremani, a 20-year-old Jewish man in Iran who was sentenced to death after a confrontation that resulted in a man's death, seen by some as an act of self-defense.

0 Politics Ethics

International Criminal Court prosecutor seeks arrest warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas leaders

Ron Kampeas in Forward

The prosecutor for the International Criminal Court is seeking arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, along with Hamas leaders, for war crimes and crimes against humanity related to the conflict in Gaza.

0 Politics Communities

The Campus Protesters Are Winning— and Why That Means Greater Repression to Come

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook

The text discusses the impact of campus protests, particularly regarding Palestinian rights and Israeli policies, highlighting the influence of the Black Lives Matter movement on young activists who are increasingly prioritizing the Palestinian cause.

0 Politics Communities

At Reconstructionist Rabbinical College ordination, divisions over Israel share stage with 11 new rabbis

Stephen Silver in JTA

The Reconstructionist Rabbinical College's recent ordination ceremony highlighted divisions within the movement regarding Israel, as tensions surrounding Israel's actions, particularly in Gaza, have led to internal struggles.

0 Politics Israel

‘With God’s help’ Trump will be reelected, top GOP lawmaker Elise Stefanik tells Israel’s Knesset in partisan speech

Ron Kampeas in JTA

During a speech at Israels Knesset, Republican congresswoman Elise Stefanik expressed a desire for Gods help in reelecting Donald Trump, drawing contrast to past bipartisan Knesset speeches.

Gender/Identity ›

0 Gender/Identity Education

Apply 👏 the 👏 Social 👏 Justice👏 Playbook👏 to 👏 Jews

Sarah Rose Siskind in The Free Press

The text humorously discusses applying the Social Justice Playbook to support Jews.

Education ›

0 Education Gender/Identity

For a group of Jewish 2nd grade girls, a lesson in advocacy — and a life-changing trip to Washington

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider

A group of second-grade Jewish girls from Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School in Chicago embarked on a remarkable advocacy trip to Washington.

0 Education Politics

At Duke, pro-Israel Jewish students go 'on the offense'

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward

Pro-Israel Jewish students at Duke University have not faced the same level of protests seen at other campuses, allowing them to focus on proactive initiatives.

Literature ›

0 Literature History

What Is an Editor?

Elroy Rosenberg in Tablet

An editor, as described by Joan Didion and Robert Gottlieb, plays a crucial yet ambiguous role in helping writers shape their ideas and achieve their goals.

0 Literature Television/Film

This Critically Acclaimed Show About Franz Kafka Is Coming to U.S. Audiences

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

The upcoming show "Kafka" on ChaiFlicks is a six-episode mini-series delving into the life of iconic Jewish author Franz Kafka.

0 Literature History

Claire Messud did not realize she was writing such a prescient novel

Jennifer Gilmore in Forward

Claire Messud's latest novel, "This Strange Eventful History," delves into a fictionalized account of her family's diaspora from Algeria to various corners of the world.

0 Literature Israel

How Jessica Cohen became the go-to English translator of contemporary Israeli literature

Andrew Esensten in JTA

Jessica Cohen has risen to prominence as the most sought-after Hebrew-to-English translator of contemporary Israeli literature.

Ethics ›

0 Ethics Communities

Ivan Boesky, financier whose downfall led to a Jewish communal reckoning, dies at 82

Andrew Silow-Carroll in Forward

Ivan Boesky, a prominent Jewish financier involved in illegal insider trading in the 1980s, passed away at 87.

History ›

0 History Communities

A Sojourn in Jewish Provence

Hilary Danailova in Hadassah

Provence, a region known for its summer heat and picturesque landscapes, was once a vibrant center of French Jewish life, particularly during the period when the papacy relocated to Avignon from 1309 to 1377, protecting the Jewish community there.

0 History Culture

The Orthodox Church’s Northern Exposure

Maggie Phillips in Tablet

The Orthodox Church's presence in Alaska, with its mixture of Greek, English, and Slavonic languages, celebrates the Orthodox Christian feast of Pascha in a multisensory experience at the Cathedral of St. Innocent.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Education

Jewish president of Northwestern, under fire for making deal with protesters, is next to take hot seat in Congress

Duncan Agnew in Forward

Northwestern University President Michael Schill, a Jewish leader, faced backlash from both pro-Palestinian protesters and Jewish nonprofits, including the Anti-Defamation League, for making a deal with protesters to remove their encampment in exchange for information about university investments.

0 Antisemitism History

France would like to believe that an antisemitic arson attack was an aberration — history says otherwise

Robert Zaretsky in Forward

The recent antisemitic arson attack at a synagogue in Rouen, France, carried out by an Algerian citizen, has reignited concerns about rising antisemitism in the country.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Discussing conspiracy theories without mentioning Islamism is like writing about Henry VIII without his wives

Jewish Chronicle

The Antisemitism Policy Trust recently published a guide on conspiracy theories commissioned by Leader of the House of Commons Penny Mordaunt, aiming to combat the spread of such theories that threaten democracy and public wellbeing.

0 Antisemitism Israel

You Might Be Antisemitic: A Handy Guide for the Aspiring Anti-Zionist

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

The essay "You Might Be Antisemitic: A Handy Guide for the Aspiring Anti-Zionist" explores the blurred line between anti-Zionism and antisemitism, highlighting key warning signs.

Television/Film ›

0 Television/Film Culture

Meet Jill Hausman, the real rabbi who grimaced through jokes about Jews on SNL’s ‘Weekend Update’

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA

Rabbi Jill Hausman of the Actors Temple in Manhattan made a surprise appearance on Saturday Night Live's Weekend Update segment, where she was asked to make the host uncomfortable by reacting to edgy jokes about Israel, Jews, and antisemitic tropes.

Art ›

0 Art Communities

Jewish artist Tobi Kahn mounts a site-specific retrospective at the Museum of Eldridge Street

Julia Gergely in JTA

Renowned Jewish artist Tobi Kahn presents a site-specific retrospective titled "Memory and Inheritance: Paintings and Ceremonial Objects" at the Museum at Eldridge Street in New York.

0 Art Holocaust

Paintings, Judaica and history collide at Tobi Kahn’s Eldridge Street exhibition

PJ Grisar in Forward

Artist Tobi Kahn's exhibition "Memory & Inheritance" at the Museum at Eldridge Street in New York City blends paintings, Judaica, and history, reflecting a synthesis of nature and the divine through abstract art and ceremonial objects.

Communities ›

0 Communities Ethics

Ivan Boesky, financier whose downfall led to a Jewish communal reckoning, dies at 87

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA

Ivan Boesky, a prominent Jewish financier involved in illegal insider trading in the 1980s, recently passed away at 87.

0 Communities Leadership

Creating a positive board culture in challenging times

eJewishPhilanthropy

The text discusses how crucial it is for Jewish organizations to have a positive board culture led by accountable and transparent lay and professional leaders aligned with the organization's mission.

Miscellaneous

ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas leaders

Ron Kampeas in JTA

The prosecutor for the International Criminal Court is seeking arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas leaders for war crimes and crimes against humanity.

Holocaust ›

0 Holocaust Antisemitism

The ovens of Auschwitz are still warm.

Michael Oren in Future of Jewish

The essay by Michael Oren, a former Israeli ambassador, argues that the legacy of the Holocaust continues through the persistent antisemitism that dehumanizes Jews, particularly in the media's coverage of Israel.

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