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House set to vote on bill targeting nonprofits accused of supporting terrorism

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA

A new bipartisan bill aimed at swiftly revoking the tax-exempt status of nonprofits accused of supporting terrorism is set to be voted on in the U.S. House of Representatives.

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Trump picks Lee Zeldin, Jewish former congressman from Long Island, to head EPA

Luke Tress in JTA

Lee Zeldin, a Jewish former congressman from New York, has been appointed by Donald Trump to lead the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in his upcoming administration.

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The Personal Costs of War

Gavriella Zahtz in Future of Jewish

Gavriella Zahtz's essay explores the profound challenges Israelis face amidst ongoing conflict, emphasizing the disconnect between Western perceptions and Israeli realities.

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Trump Cards: Jewish Landscaping

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

The 2024 election cycle has revealed a significant shift in the political landscape regarding Jewish voters, traditionally seen as reliably Democratic.

0 Politics Israel

The End of the Obama Presidency — Finally

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

The article critiques the end of the Obama era, particularly in the context of U.S.-Israel relations and its influence on American politics.

0 Politics Holocaust

Who is Stephen Miller, Trump’s Jewish adviser and likely White House deputy chief of staff?

Benyamin Cohen in Forward

Stephen Miller, a long-time adviser to Donald Trump, is poised to become Deputy Chief of Staff at the White House.

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Stephen Miller, hardline Jewish Trump aide, to become deputy chief of staff as immigration becomes top issue

Andrew Lapin in JTA

Stephen Miller, a prominent Jewish adviser known for his hardline stance on immigration, is set to become Deputy Chief of Staff under Donald Trump's second term.

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Will Trump appoint a Jewish liaison? He's the only president in nearly half a century who hasn't.

Lauren Markoe in Forward

Every U.S. president since Jimmy Carter, except Donald Trump, has appointed a liaison to the Jewish community.

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What a Secretary of State Marco Rubio would mean for American Jews and Israel

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

Senator Marco Rubio's potential nomination as Secretary of State under a second Trump administration may impact U.S.-Israel relations and the broader Jewish community.

0 Politics Israel

If Vivek Ramaswamy becomes Secretary of State, his ‘America First’ ideology could complicate U.S.-Israel relationship

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

The potential nomination of Vivek Ramaswamy as Secretary of State under President-elect Donald Trump could introduce significant shifts in the U.S.-Israel relationship.

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Did JD Vance mean to quote the wisdom of a serial killer from a Coen Brothers film?

PJ Grisar in Forward

J.D. Vance, recently elected as vice president-elect, used a controversial quote in a social media post following the recent election victory.

0 Politics Israel

Will Trump Be as Pro Israel This Time?

Emes Ve-Emunah

The article discusses the complex relationship between Israeli and U.S. politics, focusing on whether former President Donald Trump, if re-elected, would maintain his strong pro-Israel stance.

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My message to A-list celebs: Keep your political views to yourself

Jewish Chronicle

Reflecting on the intersection of fame and politics, this article critiques the trend of celebrities using their platforms to endorse political figures, specifically in the context of the U.S. elections involving Kamala Harris.

0 Politics Jewish Law

Don’t Confuse Popularity with Truth

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook

Peter Beinart engages with complex themes surrounding truth, political strategy, and morality, drawing from historical and contemporary examples.

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Why Trump Won — An American Jew's Perspective

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Joshua Hoffman explores the unexpected win of Donald Trump in the 2016 election from an American Jewish perspective by highlighting factors beyond Trump's controversial persona.

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Edelstein remains defiant amid Netanyahu moves to reinstate Haredi exemption from IDF

Lahav Harkov in Jewish Insider

Yuli Edelstein, a prominent Likud lawmaker and chairman of the Knesset's Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, remains steadfast in his opposition to Prime Minister Netanyahu's efforts to renew exemptions from the IDF draft for Haredi Jews.

Antisemitism ›

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Anti-Israel protesters in Amsterdam set tram fire just days after targeted attacks against Jews

Louis Keene in Forward

In Amsterdam, tensions continue to escalate as anti-Israel protesters set a tram on fire, just days after Israeli soccer fans were violently attacked.

0 Antisemitism Sports

Dangerous Games

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Recent violent attacks on Israeli soccer fans in Amsterdam highlight a disturbing rise in anti-Israel sentiment across European cities.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Florida man arrested for targeting Jewish Rep. Jared Moskowitz, who says the suspect was found with an antisemitic manifesto

Jacob Gurvis in JTA

Rep. Jared Moskowitz, a Jewish congressman from Florida, faced a safety threat when a man, John Lapinski, was arrested near his home with firearms, body armor, and an antisemitic manifesto that singled out Moskowitz.

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Jews are reeling from the Amsterdam attacks as unrest continues

Shira Li Bartov in JTA

In a heated clash following a soccer match between Ajax and Maccabi Tel Aviv in Amsterdam, violent attacks targeted Israeli fans, leaving multiple people injured.

Ethics ›

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“Tell My Ex-Boss to Go for Help?”

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Dealing with a difficult boss who may have underlying emotional issues is fraught with challenges, as discussed in "Tell My Ex-Boss to Go for Help?" by Cindy Scarr.

Communities ›

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For All and Forever

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Rabbi Moshe Blaustein's passing marks a significant loss for a generation of Toronto's Jewish community who grew up influenced by his charismatic presence.

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‘Where are all the Jews at?’ A year after mass rally for Israel, turnout at its followup is sparse

Ron Kampeas in JTA

The follow-up to last year's massive pro-Israel rally in Washington, D.C., organized by the Jewish Federations of North America and the Conference of Presidents, saw a surprisingly low turnout with only about 2,000 attendees compared to the previous turnout of nearly 300,000.

Israel ›

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Trump Cards: Handbook for Power

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Cindy Scarr's article discusses the potential return of Donald Trump to power and the challenges he might face in implementing his agenda.

0 Israel Antisemitism

Breaking News, Streaming History

Carol Ann Schwartz in Hadassah

Hadassah Magazine's article by Carol Ann Schwartz reflects on the interwoven nature of Jewish history and contemporary life.

Music ›

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How the NY Public Library acquired a ‘treasure trove’ of Jewish and Yiddish music

Jon Kalish in JTA

The New York Public Library's Dorot Jewish Division has acquired a significant collection of 4,000 pieces of Jewish and Yiddish music, including cantorial music, Hasidic melodies, and pieces from Yiddish theater, klezmer, and opera.

Jewish Law ›

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Joshua Leifer’s ‘Tablets Shattered’

Peter Ephross in Hadassah

Joshua Leifer's "Tablets Shattered: The End of an American Jewish Century and the Future of Jewish Life" critiques the American Jewish experience, focusing on how Zionism's centrality has overshadowed other Jewish cultures in the U.S. Leifer interlaces personal narrative with sharp historical analysis, painting a picture of American Jewry as a community that has yielded to capitalist influences, losing touch with its roots.

Art ›

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Hidden in plain sight, a Holocaust memorial takes on new significance

Mia Faye Kreindler in Forward

Harriet Feigenbaum's Holocaust memorial, situated outside Madison Square Park in New York City, is easily overlooked despite its 38-foot height.

0 Art Culture

How Marc Chagall mastered color and made Jewish painting kosher

Simi Horwitz in Forward

Marc Chagall, the renowned Belorussian-born French Jewish artist, is celebrated in the exhibition 'Dreaming in Color: Chagall and His Circle' at the M.S. Rau Gallery in New Orleans.

Education ›

0 Education Politics

Cornell’s handling of a new course on Gaza could preview campus Israel battles under Trump

Andrew Lapin in JTA

Cornell University is embroiled in a contentious debate regarding a new course titled 'Gaza, Indigeneity, Resistance' by Jewish professor Eric Cheyfitz, which critiques Israel as a settler colonial state.

Leadership ›

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Felice Gaer, Jewish organization official who championed human rights for all, dies at 78

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA

Felice Gaer, a prominent advocate for human rights within the Jewish community, has passed away at age 78.

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Are you the one who got away?

eJewishPhilanthropy

A nostalgic encounter with a potential donor from years past prompts Rabbi Dave Sorani, CEO of the Jewish Graduate Organization, to reflect on his journey in establishing a thriving support network for Jewish graduate students across North America.

Television/Film ›

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A 'sci-fi documentary' dreaming of peace got banned in Israel. Why?

Mira Fox in Forward

Lyd, a sci-fi documentary directed by Rami Younis and Sarah Ema Friedland, imagines an alternate reality where peace reigns in the Middle East.

Food ›

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The great divide – a New York born bagel maker explains what separates bagels from beigels

Jewish Chronicle

Dan Martensen, co-founder of London's It's Bagels and a New York native, discusses the fundamental differences between traditional UK beigels and their more extravagant New York bagel counterparts.

Culture ›

0 Culture Israel

Poppies and Cultural Appropriation

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism

Natan Slifkin examines the controversy surrounding the poppy's symbolism for both Israelis and Palestinians, against the backdrop of cultural appropriation claims.

Holocaust ›

0 Holocaust History

The Hidden Message From Nazi Germany's 'Night of Broken Glass'

Pat Johnson in Future of Jewish

Marking the 86th anniversary of Kristallnacht, Pat Johnson, director of Upstanders Canada, emphasizes the historical significance and enduring lessons of the event known as the Night of Broken Glass.

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