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The Democratic Socialists of America rebuked Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez over Zionism — and proved their own irrelevance

Eric Alterman in Forward

The Democratic Socialists of America revoked their conditional support for Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez due to her stance on Zionism, highlighting how leftist groups prioritize anti-Zionist criteria over meaningful political engagement.

0 Politics Israel

Biden needs Netanyahu who needs Trump.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

In the text, the author discusses the complex political dynamics between U.S. President Joe Biden, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and former President Donald Trump, particularly in relation to the Israel-Hamas-Hezbollah conflict.

0 Politics Leadership

Which Jewish Democrats are standing by Biden, and which are waffling?

Rebecca Massel in Forward

Jewish Democrats' support for President Joe Biden varies, with Illinois Congressman Brad Schneider being the sole politician calling for Biden to withdraw, citing concerns for democracy.

0 Politics Culture

What happens when pro-Palestinian symbols become fast fashion?

Mira Fox in Forward

The article delves into the intersection of fashion and political activism within the pro-Palestinian movement, highlighting the increasing trendiness of wearing pro-Palestinian symbols like kaffiyehs and other Palestinian-themed merchandise.

0 Politics Culture

What happens when pro-Palestinian symbols become fast fashion?

Mira Fox in Forward

The article explores the rise of pro-Palestinian symbols in the fast fashion industry, particularly the keffiyeh, a traditional Arab scarf that has become a trendy fashion accessory.

0 Politics History

In Israel, a photographer sees a country whose parts don’t fit perfectly but still form a whole

Daniel Jackson in Forward

In a reflective piece on his photographic journey in Israel, Daniel Jackson uses a technique of creating triptychs to capture the country's fragmented yet interconnected nature, mirroring its societal divisions wrought by war and politics.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Three Jewish organizations alarmed by GOP’s mass deportation plan

Ron Kampeas in JTA

Three Jewish organizations, including HIAS, the Jewish Council for Public Affairs, and Bend the Arc, expressed alarm over the GOP's platform promising mass deportations, which they view as rooted in a racist conspiracy theory with antisemitic overtones.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Pro-Palestinians: A Masturbatory Exercise in Virtue Exhibitionism

Johan Pregmo in Future of Jewish

The essay "Pro-Palestinians: A Masturbatory Exercise in Virtue Exhibitionism" criticizes the Western pro-Palestine movement, describing it as reducing the complex Israel-Palestine conflict to a simplistic moral binary.

0 Politics Israel

Biden highlights frustrations with Israel during high-profile press conference

Ron Kampeas in JTA

President Joe Biden expressed frustration with Israel's lack of cooperation in delivering aid to Palestinian civilians during a press conference, adding pressure on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to accept the terms proposed by the Biden administration to end the war in Gaza.

0 Politics Israel

How Marco Rubio’s changed foreign policy views are making him more palatable to Trump

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider

Senator Marco Rubio's changing foreign policy views, particularly his shift towards aligning with former President Donald Trump's America First platform, have sparked concern among traditional GOP hawks and conservative pro-Israel experts who once considered him a strong advocate for muscular international engagement.

0 Politics Antisemitism

French Jews reel over shock election results boosting extreme parties

Ruth Marks Eglash in Jewish Insider

The recent French parliamentary elections saw a left-wing coalition prevailing over Marine Le Pen's far-right National Rally, alarming the country's Jewish community.

0 Politics Education

The Reported Ceasefire Deal: A Complete Disaster in the Making

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

The text discusses a reported ceasefire deal in Gaza, highlighting concerns about the potential consequences.

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0 Israel Politics

The IDF's first investigation into Oct. 7 should be a death knell for Israel's government

Dan Perry in Forward

The column discusses the IDF's first investigation into the events of Oct. 7, highlighting a severe failure in leadership during a Hamas attack on Kibbutz Beeri.

0 Israel Politics

Six Days Without Waze

Nadine Epstein in Moment

The text discusses the author's experiences during a six-day stay in Israel, highlighting aspects of daily life, protests, and the impact of recent unrest on Israeli society.

0 Israel History

From the Editor | Searching for Our Ben-Gurion and Jabotinsky

Nadine Epstein in Moment

The text overviews the historical rivalry between David Ben-Gurion and Zeev Jabotinsky, two influential Zionist leaders in the early 20th century with contrasting views on the establishment and nature of a Jewish state in Israel.

0 Israel Jewish Law

Who Has the Moral High Ground?

Emes Ve-Emunah

A blog post highlights the stark differences in perspectives between Charedim and other religious Jews regarding IDF service in Israel.

0 Israel Communities

‘Bring Him Home’ from ‘Les Miz’ has new meaning in Israel. Now there’s a Yiddish version.

Zach Golden in Forward

In Israel, the song "Bring Him Home" from Les Misérables gained new significance after a Yiddish version was performed.

0 Israel Politics

Biden: Israel has ‘occasionally’ been ‘less than cooperative’

Ron Kampeas in JTA

President Joe Biden stated that Israel has been at times uncooperative in facilitating assistance to Palestinian civilians during the Gaza conflict.

Antisemitism ›

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I'm grateful Columbia deans were disciplined for their antisemitic texts, but it's far from enough

Eleanor H. Reich in Forward

Columbia University faced a scandal known as "Textgate" where administrators were caught exchanging antisemitic texts during a hearing on campus antisemitism.

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I'm a recent Jewish grad from a university the ADL deems to be 'failing' at campus antisemitism. Their 'grade' is misleading

Rachel Burnett in Forward

The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) issued a report card evaluating 85 American universities on campus antisemitism, categorizing them from "Ahead of the Pack" to "Failing."

0 Antisemitism Jewish Law

Opinion | Is Antisemitism Eternal?

Marshall Breger in Moment

The article discusses the perception of whether antisemitism is an eternal and unchanging condition in Jewish life through various historical and contemporary perspectives.

0 Antisemitism Politics

The Muslim Vote is here to stay

Jewish Chronicle

The Muslim Vote, a new organization that recently gained significant wins in the UK general election, highlights growing concerns over antisemitism and intolerance, particularly towards Jewish students and supporters of Israel.

0 Antisemitism Politics

We need to study our successes

eJewishPhilanthropy

The text discusses how certain groups, like CAIR, have been using aspects of American democracy to push anti-Israel and antisemitic measures in California, such as passing resolutions to boycott or divest from Israel in various cities.

Holocaust ›

0 Holocaust Television/Film

Legacy of a monster: the real-life story behind The Zone of Interest

Anne Joseph in Jewish Chronicle

"The Commandant's Shadow" is a documentary film by Daniela Völker that delves into the real-life story of Hans Jürgen Höss, the son of the commandant of Auschwitz, Rudolf Höss.

0 Holocaust History

A saviour’s insights into his Holocaust rescue missions

Jewish Chronicle

"Orphans of the Holocaust: Ott Komoly's Diary, Budapest 1944" edited by Thomas Komoly, sheds light on Ott Komoly's heroic efforts during the 1944 German occupation of Hungary, where he played a crucial role in saving thousands of Jewish lives through diplomatic initiatives and organizing rescue missions.

0 Holocaust Israel

‘June Zero’: Three Tales Around Eichmann

Curt Schleier in Hadassah

"June Zero" is a film by Jake Paltrow that explores three interconnected stories related to the captivity, trial, and death of Nazi war criminal Eichmann.

Food ›

0 Food Jewish Law

Jewish chef behind ‘By Chloe’ vegan chain to open a new restaurant in a fresh start

Julia Gergely in JTA

Jewish chef Chloe Coscarelli, known for her vegan and kosher cuisine, is set to open a new restaurant named Chloe in Greenwich Village, following legal battles that led to her departure from her original chain, By Chloe.

Communities ›

0 Communities Antisemitism

Orthodox NYPD recruit to receive top award at police graduation

Luke Tress in JTA

Allan Pearlman, a Modern Orthodox Jew from Staten Island, is set to receive the Police Academy Commanding Officers award for Exceptional Police Duty for his quick response in aiding two classmates during medical emergencies while training at the NYPD academy.

0 Communities

Judaism as a Niche

Victoria Dozer in New Voices

The author reflects on their experience as a Jewish media writer, discussing the challenges and nuances of covering Jewish-related topics in outlets like Times of Israel and New Voices.

Education ›

0 Education Israel

When anti-Zionists take over your Hebrew school

Jodi Rudoren in Forward

The article discusses a mother's distress over her daughter being instructed to write a letter criticizing Israel for allegedly stealing land from Palestinians at their Hebrew school in Brooklyn, highlighting a broader issue of anti-Zionism in Jewish educational settings.

History ›

0 History Politics

From the Editor | Searching for Our Ben-Gurion and Jabotinsky

Nadine Epstein in Moment

The text discusses the historical rivalry between David Ben-Gurion and Zeev Jabotinsky in the early 20th century, focusing on their conflicting visions for a Jewish state in Israel and the eventual reconciliation that helped avert civil war.

0 History Communities

Inspiration from a Sicilian mikveh

Jewish Chronicle

In Sicily, a chance discovery of a street named after the old Jewish quarter led to the exploration of a mikveh dating back to the 6th century, used for nearly a millennium before the expulsion of Jews in 1493.

0 History Food

Meet the Lower East Side’s last Jewish pickle maker

Jewish Chronicle

Alan Kaufman is the owner of The Pickle Guys, the last kosher pickle store in the once vibrant pickle district of the Lower East Side in Manhattan.

0 History Jewish Law

In Search of an Exiled Past: A Review of Amnon Raz-Krakotzkin’s Toda’at Mishnah, Toda’at Mikra

Aron Wander in Lehrhaus

Amnon Raz-Krakotzkin's book "Todaat Mishnah, Todaat Mikra" delves into the Kabbalistic community of Safed in the 16th century, highlighting how its members viewed their mission as reenacting the concept of galut (exile) as a pathway to redemption for both the Jewish people and the world.

Sports ›

0 Sports Israel

The Jewish Sport Report: A Jewish preview of the 2024 Paris Olympics

Jacob Gurvis in JTA

The article provides a preview of Jewish and Israeli athletes to watch at the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics, including notable figures like Artem Dolgopyat in gymnastics, Jessica Fox in paddling, and Nick Itkin in fencing.

Culture ›

0 Culture Literature

David Baddiel’s memoir about his dysfuctional family will make you wince with pleasure

Jewish Chronicle

David Baddiel's memoir "My Family" delves into his dysfunctional family dynamics, portraying his parents' lack of interest in him and his brothers, highlighted by his mother's affair and his father's emotionally distant nature.

0 Culture History

My Bubbe Lived in Her Memories. But Not on Shabbat.

Brittany Sirlin in Kveller

The author fondly recalls their Bubbe who spent her days immersed in memories watching family videos and DVDs, but on Shabbat, she would focus on the present, lighting candles and cherishing family time.

0 Culture Literature

In Drohobych

Edward Serotta in Tablet

In the text "In Drohobych," the author describes their experiences in Lviv and Drohobych amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Philosophy ›

0 Philosophy

Does God Have a Sense of Humor?

Jewdicious

The text explores the concept of whether God has a sense of humor, drawing on the idea that everything in the physical world reflects a higher spiritual realm according to Torah principles.

Leadership ›

0 Leadership Jewish Law

I'm an octogenarian rabbi. Biden should learn from this Jewish idea about strength

Avi Weiss in Forward

Rabbi Avi Weiss, an octogenarian, pens a letter to President Joe Biden, drawing parallels between their life decisions.

Ethics ›

0 Ethics Politics

A Jewish couple was barred from adopting a child through a Christian agency. They’re now the face of an anti-Project 2025 campaign.

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA

A Jewish couple, Gabe and Liz Rutan-Ram, were denied adoption services by a Christian agency due to their religion, leading them to become central figures in an anti-Project 2025 campaign by Americans United for Separation of Church and State.

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