for Saturday, September 21, 2024

Antisemitism ›

Trump is spreading antisemitism, with no care for how much harm he does

Elliot Cosgrove in Forward

Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove, in a sermon adapted for the Forward, criticizes former President Donald Trump for perpetuating antisemitic tropes during his recent campaign remarks.

Politics ›

0 Politics Antisemitism

Donald Trump’s genius strategy to protect Jews? Scapegoat them

Rob Eshman in Forward

At the Fighting Anti-Semitism in America conference, former President Donald Trump controversially claimed that if he loses the election, American Jews would bear responsibility, a statement criticized for potentially inciting antisemitism.

0 Politics Antisemitism

‘He’s setting us up’: Jewish leaders express alarm at Trump’s blaming Jews if he loses

Ron Kampeas in JTA

Jewish leaders and organizations are expressing concern over former President Donald Trump's recent remarks suggesting that Jews could be blamed if he were to lose reelection.

0 Politics Antisemitism

One year later, why can’t the UN lay blame for Oct. 7 where it belongs?

Ted Deutch in Forward

As the U.N. General Assembly convenes, Ted Deutch criticizes the international body's failure to condemn Hamas for the atrocities committed on October 7th, which marked the deadliest attack on Jews since the Holocaust.

0 Politics Communities

What to know about Josh Stein, the Jewish attorney outpolling Mark Robinson in NC governor’s race

Andrea Cooper in JTA

Josh Stein, the Jewish Democratic candidate for governor in North Carolina, is gaining traction against his controversial Republican opponent, Mark Robinson.

0 Politics Israel

Israel expels British Jewish activist who tried to immigrate under Law of Return

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA

Leo Franks, a British Jewish activist and history doctoral student, was denied Israeli citizenship under the Law of Return after participation in anti-government protests and West Bank activities, leading to speculation about the influence of his politics on the decision.

0 Politics Antisemitism

'Outrageous and dangerous’: Jewish groups blast Trump after he said Jews would bear blame if he loses

Lauren Markoe in Forward

Former President Donald Trump has been sharply criticized by various American Jewish organizations after suggesting that Jews could be blamed if he loses the upcoming election.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The Truth About Donald Trump

Emes Ve-Emunah

The article discusses the polarizing views surrounding former President Donald Trump, particularly in relation to his stance on Jewish issues and antisemitism.

0 Politics Israel

Israel is following the most dangerous path — and it makes perfect sense.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

The article explores Israel's involvement in what may eventually be called the First Israeli-Iranian War, emphasizing Israel's strategic confrontations against various Iranian proxies like Hamas and Hezbollah.

0 Politics Antisemitism

At antisemitism event, Trump says ‘the Jewish people would have a lot to do with the loss’ if he is defeated

Ron Kampeas in JTA

At a recent event focused on antisemitism in Washington, D.C., former President Donald Trump intensified his rhetoric, claiming that American Jews who do not vote for him are detrimental to U.S. interests and would be at fault if he loses the upcoming election.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Trump says Jews would deserve much of the blame if he loses

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

In recent speeches, former President Donald Trump has intensified his rhetoric regarding American Jews and their potential influence on his re-election bid.

0 Politics Antisemitism

This GOP candidate has always been antisemitic — so why are Republicans only panicking about him now?

Emily Tamkin in Forward

Mark Robinson, the Republican candidate for governor in North Carolina, is facing growing pressure from his own party to drop out of the race following revelations of past antisemitic and racist remarks.

0 Politics Israel

The Greatest War®

Nachum Kaplan in Future of Jewish

Nachum Kaplan's guest essay titled "The Greatest War" asserts that Israel's conflict with Hamas is more than just a regional skirmish; it is a crucial and existential battle for the survival and moral strength of the West.

0 Politics Communities

Donald Trump’s Hasidic fans lament canceled Williamsburg campaign stop

Luke Tress in Forward

Donald Trump's planned campaign stop at a Kosher restaurant in the predominantly Hasidic neighborhood of Williamsburg, Brooklyn, was canceled due to the death of the restaurant's owner, Shulem Yoseph Gottlieb.

0 Politics Communities

Donald Trump’s Hasidic fans lament cancelation of Williamsburg restaurant visit after owner’s death

Luke Tress in JTA

Donald Trump's planned visit to a kosher restaurant in the Williamsburg Hasidic community was canceled due to the death of Shulem Yoseph Gottlieb, the restaurant's owner.

Communities ›

0 Communities History

A Most Important Protest in Jerusalem

Liba in Future of Jewish

The article explores a poignant protest in Jerusalem where nearly 200 Nova Music Festival survivors and the families of hostages reached for spiritual solace at the Western Wall.

0 Communities Antisemitism

Can the UW Protect Jewish Students?

Emily Alhadeff in The Cholent

The University of Washington's response to Jewish student safety concerns has been called into question following the disruption of a Board of Regents meeting by anti-Israel protestors.

0 Communities Gender/Identity

How My Life's Worst Loss Became My True North Star

Jewdicious

Amy Salman reflects on the profound loss of her mother at a young age and how it shaped her life's trajectory.

0 Communities Education

Embracing our Jewish identity

eJewishPhilanthropy

Jesse Goldberg, a 16-year-old CTeen leader from Skokie, Illinois, reflects on his transformative journey of embracing Jewish identity amid modern challenges.

Art ›

0 Art History

From the Newsletter | Paris 1874: The Impressionist Moment

Diane M. Bolz in Moment

Paris 1874: The Impressionist Moment is a remarkable exhibition at the National Gallery of Art celebrating the 150th anniversary of the first Impressionist exhibit in Paris.

Culture ›

0 Culture Politics

Albany Book Festival cancels panel with Jewish moderator, citing ‘impasse’ over her Zionism

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA

An Albany Book Festival panel titled 'Girls, Coming of Age' was canceled due to two panelists refusing to share the stage with moderator Elisa Albert because of her Zionist views.

0 Culture Sports

She was the Sandy Koufax of ping pong. Now she’s the star of a children’s book.

Samuel Eli Shepherd in Forward

\"Ping-Pong Shabbat,\" a new children's book by Ann D. Koffsky with illustrations by Abigail Rajunov, tells the inspiring true story of Estee Ackerman, a modern Orthodox Jewish ping pong prodigy from Long Island.

Television/Film ›

0 Television/Film Culture

A New Hanukkah Hallmark Movie from the Maker of ‘Hanukkah on Rye’ Is Coming

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Hallmark is introducing several new holiday films in 2024 with Hanukkah themes, most notably "Hanukkah on the Rocks."

0 Television/Film Holocaust

In ‘The Brutalist,’ Adrien Brody wills an impossible dream

PJ Grisar in Forward

"The Brutalist," directed by Brady Corbet, features Adrien Brody as László Tóth, a Bauhaus-trained architect and Holocaust survivor who migrates to Pennsylvania to build a seemingly modest community center.

Sports ›

0 Sports Culture

The Jewish Sport Report: A Japanese Jewish player to watch in this weekend’s World Lacrosse Box Championships

Jacob Gurvis in JTA

Highlighting the intersection of sports and Jewish identity, this Jewish Sports Report introduces Kinori Sugihara Rosnow, a Japanese-Jewish athlete playing in the World Lacrosse Box Championships for Japan.

0 Sports Culture

Meet the Jewish player on Japan’s national lacrosse team

Jacob Gurvis in JTA

Kinori Sugihara Rosnow, a Jewish Japanese-American athlete, has navigated his multifaceted identity through his involvement in lacrosse.

0 Sports Communities

As Shohei Ohtani comes for his home run record, a Jewish Dodger legend is in awe with the rest of us

Louis Keene in Forward

Shawn Green, the celebrated Jewish slugger who held the Dodgers' single-season home run record since 2001, expressed awe and admiration as Shohei Ohtani broke his record by hitting 51 home runs in 2024.

Leadership ›

0 Leadership Communities

How one of America's most prominent rabbis got on the path to the pulpit

Jodi Rudoren in Forward

Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove's path to becoming a prominent rabbi is chronicled in his new book, \"For Such a Time as This.

0 Leadership Philosophy

‘Give a damn. Truly care about what matters to you’: Words to live by from Charles Bronfman

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy

Charles Bronfman discusses his impactful philanthropy journey, reflecting on his life's mission to give back to society in a conversation with Rabbi Sharon Brous.

Gender/Identity ›

0 Gender/Identity Politics

I’m turning my rage about women dying from lack of reproductive care into action. You can, too.

Melissa Scholten-Gutierrez in Forward

In light of the tragic deaths of Amber Nicole Thurman and Candi Miller due to Georgia's restrictive abortion laws, Rabba Melissa Scholten-Gutierrez emphasizes the need for proactive advocacy for reproductive rights.

History ›

0 History Communities

In place of a proud emblem of Jewish immigration in NYC, million-dollar condos and a private garden

Andrew Silverstein in Forward

The Bialystoker Center and Home for the Aged, a significant symbol of Jewish immigrant achievement in New York City's Lower East Side, has reopened as luxury condos after closing in 2011.

0 History Culture

Classic Yiddish holiday tales can provide hope in these dark times

Miriam Udel in Forward

In challenging times, Jewish communities find hope in the cyclical nature of their holidays.

Food ›

0 Food Culture

Why Josh Katz can’t wait to pop up in Elstree

Jewish Chronicle

Josh Katz, a notable chef known for his Eastern Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, is returning to Home Farm in Elstree to lead an outdoor banquet with chef Ben Quinn.

0 Food Culture

Ice cream shop Salt & Straw opens first NYC location with 3 inventive Jewish flavors

Lisa Keys in JTA

Salt & Straw, the innovative ice cream company from Portland, has opened its first New York City location on the Upper West Side, debuting five exclusive flavors, including three with Jewish influences.

Music ›

0 Music Culture

Meet the musician reimagining a Persian Jewish High Holiday tradition

Lisa Keys in JTA

Galeet Dardashti, a multi-talented musician and anthropologist, is reimagining Persian Jewish Selichot prayers in her new album, "Monajat."

Holidays ›

0 Holidays Ethics

Awakening to the Other: Behind the Shofar’s Blast

Guest Blogger in Lilith

The article delves into the profound and sometimes uncomfortable spiritual experience of listening to the shofar's blast on Rosh Hashanah.

Holocaust ›

0 Holocaust History

No Road Leading Back review: ‘hell and real heroism’

Jewish Chronicle

"No Road Leading Back" by Chris Heath is a profound exploration of the atrocities at Ponar, an extermination site near Vilnius, Lithuania, where tens of thousands of Jews were executed.

0 Holocaust Politics

California passes law to help Holocaust survivors and heirs recover Nazi-looted art

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA

California has enacted a law to facilitate the restitution of art and personal property looted by the Nazis, assisting Holocaust survivors and their heirs.

0 Holocaust Education

Keir Starmer pledges to build Holocaust memorial and expand Holocaust education across UK schools

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced a significant initiative to bolster Holocaust education within UK schools and to construct a Holocaust memorial near Parliament.

Literature ›

0 Literature Gender/Identity

Elaine review: ‘Jew lite-ville’

Jewish Chronicle

Will Self's novel "Elaine" explores the life of its titular character, Elaine Rosenbloom, in 1950s Ithaca, New York, drawing on autobiographical elements from Self's own family background.

Education ›

0 Education Philosophy

Tale of Two Academies

Shai Goldman in Tablet

Shai Goldman reflects on contrasting educational experiences between his gap year at Yeshivat Har Etzion in Israel and his subsequent studies at Columbia University.

0 Education Antisemitism

Jewish Professors Grapple With Shifting Roles on Campus

Talia Elkin in Tablet

Jewish professors in American universities are grappling with heightened expectations and challenges following the escalation of antisemitism since October 7.

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