for Tuesday, October 29, 2024

Politics ›

Report: Green Party candidate Jill Stein’s running mate celebrated the Oct. 7 attack on Israel

Ron Kampeas in JTA

Jill Stein, the Green Party's Jewish presidential candidate, faces scrutiny for her vice-presidential pick, Rudolph "Butch" Ware, who is reported to have celebrated the October 7, 2023 attack on Israel by Hamas.

0 Politics Israel

Bernie Sanders: Vote Harris because Gaza is ‘not the only issue’

Louis Keene in Forward

Senator Bernie Sanders advocates for voters critical of the Biden administration's stance on Gaza to support Democratic nominee Kamala Harris in the upcoming election, citing broader national and humanitarian stakes.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Trump’s MSG rally features pledges to defend Israel — and draws accusations of antisemitism

Ron Kampeas in JTA

Donald Trump's rally at Madison Square Garden has sparked significant controversy by intertwining pro-Israel rhetoric with elements that many critics say are antisemitic.

0 Politics Antisemitism

New Chicago education board president has history of antisemitic, pro-Hamas Facebook posts

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider

Rev. Mitchell Ikenna Johnson, recently appointed president of the Chicago Board of Education, has a controversial history of sharing antisemitic and pro-Hamas content on social media, raising alarm among Jewish communities and organizations.

0 Politics Communities

Rabbis for Ceasefire urge followers to vote for liberal candidates despite ‘impossible position’

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward

In a nuanced political climate, Rabbis for Ceasefire, an activist group advocating for peace in Gaza, is encouraging its followers to vote for liberal candidates despite their disappointment with Vice President Kamala Harris's policies on Israel.

0 Politics Israel

Could ceasefire talks really work this time? Qatar holds the key

Dan Perry in Forward

The opinion piece by Dan Perry discusses the potential role Qatar could play in breaking the current impasse between Israel and Hamas by leveraging its financial influence over Hamas to secure a ceasefire and release hostages.

0 Politics Antisemitism

In Trump's appalling new threats to democracy, a troubling warning to Jews

Emily Tamkin in Forward

Emily Tamkin highlights the significant threat to democracy posed by Donald Trump's rhetoric and actions, emphasizing that preserving democracy is a critical Jewish issue.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Approaching the Finish Line

Nathan Guttman in Moment

Nathan Guttman discusses the complex dynamics shaping the U.S. presidential election, focusing on Donald Trump's unconventional campaign decisions and their implications for Jewish voters.

0 Politics Israel

If I Lived In a Swing State, I’d Vote for Harris

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook

Peter Beinart argues why he would vote for Kamala Harris if he lived in a swing state, despite his deep dissatisfaction with the Biden administration's policies on Palestine.

0 Politics Israel

⁠Israel has set itself up for an attack that devastates the Iranian regime

Jewish News Syndicate in Jewish Chronicle

Israel's recent strike on Iran aims to diminish the perceived invulnerability of Iran and re-establish Israel's military dominance in the region.

0 Politics Israel

These precision strikes have damaged Iran – but will they act as a deterrent?

Jewish Chronicle

Seth J. Frantzman evaluates the effectiveness of Israel's recent precision strikes against Iranian targets in Syria, particularly focusing on their potential as a deterrent to future aggression.

0 Politics History

'America is for Americans and Americans only’: How Trump 2.0 evokes the Nazis

Rob Eshman in Forward

Rob Eshman critiques Stephen Miller's recent speech at a Trump rally in Madison Square Garden, spotlighting Miller's troubling anti-immigration rhetoric and its echoes of historical fascism.

0 Politics Ethics

Western countries must confront this cultural dilemma.

Jens Heycke in Future of Jewish

Jens Heycke examines the stark cultural conflicts between certain Islamic traditions and Western liberal values, using examples such as honor killings, female genital mutilation, and marriage practices such as first-cousin unions to emphasize these conflicts.

0 Politics Antisemitism

'There is a fire in this country’: In major speech, Emhoff warns of Trump’s threat to Jewish Americans

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff delivered a powerful speech in Pittsburgh addressing former President Donald Trump's use of antisemitic tropes and his threats to Jewish Americans and U.S. democracy.

0 Politics Ethics

Trump's NYC rally was a morally disgusting glimpse of the MAGA future

Jay Michaelson in Forward

Jay Michaelson's article discusses the troubling moral tone of a pro-Trump rally at Madison Square Garden, highlighting the extreme rhetoric and bigotry from speakers like Tucker Carlson, David Rem, and comedian Tony Hinchcliffe.

0 Politics Communities

Why Jews Are Voting for Kamala Harris

Abigail Pogrebin in Tablet

In a roundtable discussion, Jewish voters shared their perspectives on supporting Kamala Harris in the upcoming 2024 presidential election.

0 Politics Israel

Why Jews Are Voting for Donald Trump

Abigail Pogrebin in Tablet

In a roundtable discussion, Jewish Trump supporters shared their motivations for backing him in the upcoming 2024 elections, despite some ambivalence about his character.

0 Politics Israel

Harris and Trump find common ground after Israel retaliates against Iran

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

Following a coordinated Israeli military strike on Iranian sites, both major U.S. presidential candidates, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, expressed support, citing regional stability and security.

0 Politics History

How Israel Succeeds While Annoying Its Critics

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Joshua Hoffman's article explores the evolution of Israel from an underdog in its early Zionist days to a global power that continues to ruffle the feathers of its critics.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Culture

TikToker arrested for ripping down NJ restaurant’s Greek flags she thought were Israeli

Jacob Gurvis in JTA

Amber Matthews, a 23-year-old TikTok user, was arrested for bias intimidation after she documented herself ripping down Greek flags from a New Jersey restaurant, mistakenly believing they were Israeli.

0 Antisemitism Ethics

The Hidden Messages in Your Antisemitism Anxiety

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

In this exploration of antisemitism-induced anxiety, Joshua Hoffman delves into the historical and contemporary factors contributing to the pervasive sense of unease among Jews worldwide.

0 Antisemitism Communities

Suspect charged with attempted murder after shooting Orthodox Jew on his way to Chicago synagogue

Jacob Gurvis in Forward

The recent shooting of an Orthodox Jewish man on his way to synagogue in Chicago has led to charges of attempted murder against Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi.

0 Antisemitism Communities

Orthodox Jew shot on way to Chicago synagogue; man charged with attempted murder

Jacob Gurvis in JTA

An Orthodox Jewish man was shot while walking to synagogue in the West Rogers Park neighborhood of Chicago, leading to the arrest and charging of Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi with multiple felonies, including attempted murder.

0 Antisemitism Politics

What American Jews need to know about Germany’s growing far-right antisemitism

Jake Wasserman in Forward

The article explores the rise of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, its implications for antisemitism, and the broader impact on German society.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Good Jew, Bad Jew – in the end we are all just Jews to the mob

Jewish Chronicle

A recent protest outside JW3, a Jewish community center in London, highlighted the persistent challenge of distinguishing between anti-Zionism and antisemitism.

Literature ›

0 Literature Philosophy

Frankenstein’s Creature Is Jewish. Dracula Is Goyish.

Liel Leibovitz in Tablet

Liel Leibovitz explores how Frankenstein’s creature can be understood as Jewish, contrasting with Dracula, who embodies non-Jewish ideals.

0 Literature Music

Tangled up in Boo? Bob Dylan wants this South African horror press to look at his short stories

PJ Grisar in Forward

Bob Dylan, the iconic singer-songwriter, recently hinted at a new literary venture by expressing interest in the horror genre.

0 Literature Culture

A Roundup of Jewish Poetry Collections by Jewish Women

Guest Blogger in Lilith

Jewish poetry by women is experiencing a vibrant renaissance, featuring works that delve into healing and addressing the complexities of the modern world.

Gender/Identity ›

0 Gender/Identity Television/Film

A New Andrea Dworkin Documentary

Eleanor J. Bader in Lilith

Award-winning filmmaker Roberta Pyzel's 57-minute documentary, "Dworkin," revisits the influential work and thoughts of Andrea Dworkin, a formidable feminist writer and activist known for her impassioned critiques of patriarchy and sexual violence.

Art ›

0 Art Culture

Exhibit highlights impact of ’The Dybbuk’ for the past 100 years

Jennifer A. Stern in Forward

The Dybbuk: Phantom of a Lost World is a captivating exhibition at the Museum of the Art and History of Judaism in Paris, celebrating the enduring impact of S. An-ski's play, The Dybbuk, on Jewish culture and beyond.

Culture ›

0 Culture History

Exhibit highlights impact of ’The Dybbuk’ for the past 100 years

Jennifer A. Stern in Forward

S. An-ski's play The Dybbuk has profoundly influenced Jewish culture since its premiere in 1920, and it continues to captivate audiences a century later.

0 Culture Politics

Our grandparents made America great, but Trump would have trashed them, too

David Margolick in Forward

David Margolick reflects on America’s immigrant history through a series of posters dedicated to his immigrant grandparents, juxtaposing their contributions to American society with former President Donald Trump’s derogatory rhetoric towards immigrants.

0 Culture History

Zabar’s offers ‘commuter deals’ in honor of NYC subway’s 120th birthday

Lisa Keys in JTA

Zabar's, the iconic Jewish appetizing store in New York City, is celebrating its 90th anniversary concurrently with the New York City subway's 120th birthday by offering special discounts, dubbed 'commuter specials.'

0 Culture Politics

Sally Rooney’s Literary Mob

Lionel Shriver in The Free Press

Lionel Shriver critiques the recent trend of literary figures, like Sally Rooney, participating in boycotts against the Israeli publishing industry, highlighting the potential self-destructive nature of such actions for writers.

Leadership ›

0 Leadership Jewish Law

Walter Jacob, Pittsburgh rabbi who helped revive Reform Judaism in Germany, dies at 94

Beth Kisseleff in JTA

Rabbi Walter Jacob, a prominent figure in Reform Judaism, passed away at the age of 94.

Food ›

0 Food Culture

You’ll never guess Rob Rinder’s ultimate comfort food

Jewish Chronicle

Rob Rinder, a well-known figure for his legal and broadcasting work, surprises fans with his ultimate comfort food choice.

Television/Film ›

0 Television/Film Culture

Everything We Know About ‘Nobody Wants This’ Season 2

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

"Nobody Wants This," Netflix's new comedy featuring Adam Brody as a rabbi in love with a non-Jewish woman, has quickly gained popularity, leading to its renewal for a second season.

Communities ›

0 Communities Leadership

Lessons from a year of crisis at home

eJewishPhilanthropy

IsraAid's global expertise was crucial when Israel faced a domestic crisis a year ago, with the organization quickly shifting its focus to support local communities affected by unprecedented violence and displacement.

0 Communities Culture

Jewpilled

Alana Newhouse in Tablet

Alana Newhouse reflects on the shifting landscape of Jewish identity and community in the U.S., highlighting the diverse demographics and beliefs within the Jewish population.

Jewish Law ›

0 Jewish Law Politics

Noah and Charedi Draft-Dodgers

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism

Natan Slifkin discusses the juxtaposition between the charedi community's reluctance to serve in the Israeli Defense Forces and the religious interpretation of Noah and Moses from Meshech Chochma.

0 Jewish Law Communities

Shared investments for shared outcomes

eJewishPhilanthropy

The article explores how partnerships between Jewish communities and others can be strengthened through principles derived from Jewish law on interest-free loans, known as heter iska.

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