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Letters to the Editor: Responses to Zach Truboff on Religious Zionism and Yosef Lindell on Selihot

The Lehrhaus Editors in Lehrhaus

The essay provides responses to two recent Lehrhaus articles on Religious Zionism and the nature of Selihot.

Trump taps RFK Jr., whose anti-vaccine activism has included antisemitic comments, to lead Dept. of Health and Human Services

Andrew Lapin in Forward

Donald Trump has nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an anti-vaccine advocate known for antisemitic comments, as Secretary of Health and Human Services.

0 Politics Culture

A Ben & Jerry’s battle over Israel, long frozen, thaws anew amid Gaza war

Jacob Gurvis in Forward

The longstanding legal conflict between Ben & Jerry's and its parent company Unilever has resurfaced as tensions related to the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza intensify.

0 Politics Education

What a Trump second presidency will mean for school prayer, campus antisemitism and other education issues Jews care — and worry — about

Lauren Markoe in Forward

Following Donald Trump's reelection, concerns are rising among Jewish communities regarding education policies that could intensify religious elements in public schools and affect separation of church and state.

0 Politics Israel

Pete Hegseth, Trump’s defense secretary nominee, has multiple Christian and Crusades-inspired tattoos

JTA

Pete Hegseth, a nominee for U.S. Secretary of Defense, is attracting attention due to his Christian nationalist tattoos and religious expressions.

0 Politics Israel

Trump named Mike Huckabee ambassador to Israel. Is that a sign of the second coming of annexation?

Ron Kampeas in JTA

Donald Trump's appointment of Mike Huckabee as ambassador to Israel signals potential shifts in U.S.-Israel relations and the possibility of West Bank annexation.

0 Politics Communities

Opinion | The Tyranny of Unity

Marshall Breger in Moment

Marshall Breger explores the complexities of Jewish unity in the context of recent events following October 7, questioning whether increased support for Israel and Jewish communal activities signifies true unity or simply identification with the Jewish community.

0 Politics Israel

Opinion Interview | The Miracle of Jordan

Nadine Epstein in Moment

Nadine Epstein interviews Taylor Luck about Jordan's unique political stability in the Middle East, highlighting its constitutional monarchy and amicable relations with Israel.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Will leading Jewish groups support a crackdown on pro-Palestinian nonprofits?

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward

Leading Jewish groups, including the ADL and AIPAC, are backing a controversial U.S. bill that could enable the Treasury Department to strip nonprofits of tax-exempt status based on suspicion of supporting terrorist organizations like Hamas, without requiring evidence.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Will leading Jewish groups support a crackdown on pro-Palestinian nonprofits?

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward

Leading Jewish organizations like AIPAC and the ADL are supporting legislation that could strip tax-exempt status from nonprofits suspected of supporting terrorism without court evidence.

0 Politics Education

Towards a Federal Mandate for Vouchers

Emes Ve-Emunah

Amidst recent political shifts, there is a renewed call for federal legislation mandating voucher programs to fund secular curricula in parochial schools, reflecting a broader debate on educational funding and religious rights.

0 Politics Sports

Fearing Amsterdam-style violence, Paris police deploy en masse to France-Israel soccer match

Shira Li Bartov in JTA

Following violent attacks on Israeli soccer fans in Amsterdam, French authorities have deployed extensive security for a France-Israel soccer match at the Stade de France.

0 Politics Israel

Close to 90 congressional Democrats urge Biden to sanction Israeli ministers Smotrich and Ben-Gvir

Ron Kampeas in JTA

Nearly 90 congressional Democrats, including eight Jewish officials, are urging President Biden to impose sanctions on Israeli ministers Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben-Gvir due to their far-right policies that foster settler violence, undermine the Palestinian Authority, and promote annexation of the West Bank.

0 Politics Communities

American elections are one place where Jews do count

Jewish Chronicle

The Jewish vote in American elections remains a vital and dynamic factor, revealing shifts in political allegiances that are not easily captured by pollsters.

0 Politics Israel

Israel must press ahead and finish off either Hamas or Hezbollah – for peace

Jewish Chronicle

In a detailed analysis, Seth J. Frantzman discusses the ongoing challenges Israel faces in its conflicts with Hamas in Gaza and Hezbollah in Lebanon.

0 Politics Communities

Who Won the Jewish Vote?

Armin Rosen in Tablet

The article explores the complexities of analyzing the Jewish vote in the U.S. elections, focusing on discrepancies between various polls and examining shifts in voting patterns among Jewish communities across the country, particularly in New York City.

0 Politics Communities

Israel’s proposed wartime budget would slash benefits for new immigrants

Asaf Elia-Shalev in Forward

Israel's proposed wartime budget for 2025 includes significant cuts to financial stipends for new immigrants, limiting eligibility based on personal wealth while slightly augmenting support for those below the threshold.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Trump picks Matt Gaetz, who called ADL ‘racist’ and invited Holocaust denier to SOTU, for attorney general

Jacob Gurvis in JTA

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Congressman Matt Gaetz for attorney general, sparking controversy due to Gaetz's history of engaging with antisemitic conspiracy theories and figures.

0 Politics Israel

As a liberal Jew, I have stopped apologizing.

Carra Glatt Ben-Baruch in Future of Jewish

Carra Glatt Ben-Baruch, in her essay as a senior lecturer at Bar-Ilan University, describes her shift from feeling the need to apologize for Israeli politics to unapologetically supporting her Israeli identity and community.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Trump AG nominee Matt Gaetz has left a trail of antisemitic comments

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

The nomination of Rep. Matt Gaetz as Attorney General by President-elect Donald Trump has sparked significant controversy due to Gaetz's history of antisemitic remarks and actions.

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U of Michigan student president impeached after calling critics ‘Zionists’

Andrew Lapin in JTA

The University of Michigan's student body president, Alifa Anam Chowdhury, and vice president Elias Atkinson, have been impeached due to their aggressive approach toward promoting a pro-Palestinian platform and accusing critics of being Zionists on social media.

Ethics ›

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Like our patriarch Abraham, American Jews face 10 post-election tests of our values

Rabbi Julie Roth in Forward

Rabbi Julie Roth draws parallels between the biblical trials faced by Abraham and contemporary challenges facing American Jews post-election.

0 Ethics Politics

Opinion | ‘Godly Laws’ for Transgender Kids

Sarah Posner in Moment

Sarah Posner discusses the upcoming Supreme Court case United States v. Skrmetti, which will address whether laws banning gender-affirming care for transgender youth violate constitutional rights.

Antisemitism ›

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Jews are always the punchline, apparently.

Hana Raviyt Schank in Future of Jewish

In this reflective essay, Hana Raviyt Schank narrates her complex experiences as a Jewish American woman navigating professional and personal challenges amidst rising antisemitism.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Will leading Jewish groups support a crackdown on pro-Palestinian nonprofits?

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward

Amid rising concerns over antisemitism and hostility towards Israel, prominent Jewish organizations are endorsing legislation that would allow the U.S. Treasury to revoke the tax-exempt status of nonprofits suspected of supporting designated terrorist groups, such as Hamas, without formal legal proceedings.

0 Antisemitism Politics

‘Wanted’ posters at U of Rochester target Hillel director, Netanyahu’s brother and others with ‘ties’ to Israel

Andrew Lapin in Forward

The University of Rochester campus has seen a disturbing escalation in protest tactics, with "Wanted" posters targeting Jewish and non-Jewish university personnel for their alleged ties to Israel.

Art ›

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Soothe Yourself With Photos of RBG’s Iconic Collars

Guest Contributor in Lilith

The article explores the iconic collars of late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, highlighting their significance as symbols of her legacy and her impact on gender equality and justice.

Culture ›

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With visitors and donations down, San Francisco’s Jewish museum to shutter at least temporarily

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA

The Contemporary Jewish Museum in San Francisco is set to undergo a year-long closure starting December 15, citing significant drops in visitation and donations attributed to the COVID-19 pandemic and broader challenges facing San Francisco's downtown area.

0 Culture Politics

Has Mark Zuckerberg become the anti-Elon Musk?

PJ Grisar in Forward

Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk, two of the world's most high-profile billionaires, have been turning into contrasting figures in the public eye.

0 Culture Television/Film

Why is the latest Jesus movie about, uh, mixed martial arts?

Mira Fox in Forward

The movie "The Carpenter" integrates Jesus with mixed martial arts (MMA), presenting a unique blend of religious and athletic themes.

0 Culture History

Jewish Word | Is ‘Good for the Jews’…Good for the Jews?

Dan Freedman in Moment

"Is it good for the Jews?" is a phrase that has evolved over the years from a serious question reflecting Jewish vulnerability to a humorous staple within Jewish and wider cultural contexts.

0 Culture History

Why the English country house was also often Jewish

Jewish Chronicle

Jewish Country Houses explores the presence and meaning of Jewish-owned country houses in England, challenging perceptions and stereotypes about Jewish identity and heritage.

0 Culture Holidays

I love Chrismukkah and I’m not afraid to admit it

Jewish Chronicle

The piece explores the hybrid celebration of "Chrismukkah," where Christmas traditions blend with the Jewish festival of Chanukah.

0 Culture History

New Los Angeles Yiddish scene continues a long tradition

Miriam Oxenhandler Newman in Forward

Los Angeles is experiencing a resurgence in Yiddish culture, spearheaded by activists like Rabbi Zach Golden, Caroline Luce, Aaron Castillo-White, and Miri Koral.

0 Culture Art

Contemporary Jewish Museum in San Francisco will close for a year, citing financial woes

Laura Paull in Forward

The Contemporary Jewish Museum (CJM) in San Francisco will temporarily close for a year starting December 15 due to financial challenges and a decline in attendance.

Television/Film ›

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Israeli Spy Thriller ‘Tehran’ Season 3 Is Finally Coming

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Israeli spy thriller Tehran is set to premiere its anticipated third season on December 9 on KAN, following delays due to the Israel-Hamas conflict.

0 Television/Film Culture

John Garfield and Paul Newman could have been contenders in ‘On the Waterfront’

PJ Grisar in Forward

The iconic film 'On the Waterfront' could have featured either John Garfield or Paul Newman instead of Marlon Brando as Terry Malloy.

Music ›

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For Matisyahu, Being Jewish Is an Obsession Again

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Matisyahu, once celebrated as a Haredi reggae artist, has undergone numerous personal and musical transformations throughout his career.

0 Music Culture

Bob Dylan, Royal Albert Hall, review: Confounding, poignant and a privilege to witness

Jewish Chronicle

Bob Dylan's recent performance at the Royal Albert Hall, part of his Rough and Rowdy Ways tour, was an enigmatic yet moving experience that defied traditional concert expectations.

Communities ›

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Opinion | Searching for a Shul in Lisbon

Letty Cottin Pogrebin in Moment

After the death of her husband Bert, Letty Cottin Pogrebin shares her poignant journey of honoring his wish to continue enjoying life despite her grief.

0 Communities Culture

Amid their return to kibbutzes ravaged by Hamas, 400 Israelis head to NYC for a brief respite

Joseph Strauss in JTA

In a powerful gesture of solidarity and respite, 400 Israelis from kibbutzes and agricultural communities near the Gaza border, previously attacked by Hamas, were hosted by New York families for a week.

0 Communities Culture

Former NY Jewish Week staffer Miriam Reinharth, 69, dies after being hit by ambulance on Upper West Side

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA

Miriam Reinharth, a former organizer of community forums and literary events for the New York Jewish Week, has tragically passed away at 69 after being hit by an ambulance on the Upper West Side.

History ›

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The secret Jewish lives of my family in Iran

Jewish Chronicle

Rachel Freedman recounts her family's secretive Jewish existence in Iran, illustrating how antisemitism shaped the lives of the Jewish community in Mashhad.

Leadership ›

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Focusing solely on scale and access won’t cultivate future Jewish leadership

eJewishPhilanthropy

The modern Jewish community faces a leadership crisis, not due to lack of access to Jewish teachings, but because the focus has overly shifted to inclusivity and broad engagement at the expense of cultivating future leaders.

Israel ›

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The IDF’s New Recruits

Hillel Kuttler in Tablet

Haim Traitel, a 19-year-old IDF sergeant from the Haredi-majority town of Bnai Brak, shares his experience of enlisting despite community opposition.

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