for Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Philosophy ›

Steven Gotlib in Lehrhaus

In his review of Miri Freud-Kandel's book on Louis Jacobs, Steven Gotlib explores the complex interplay between traditional Jewish theology and modern thought.

Politics ›

0 Politics Israel

At an upscale Midtown club, Jewish supporters of Trump revel in his victory

Joseph Strauss in JTA

In a lavish Midtown Manhattan venue, prominent Jewish supporters of Donald Trump celebrated his victory amidst ongoing controversies surrounding his appointments.

0 Politics Israel

In a federation official’s remark about resettling Gaza, signs of tension among Jewish groups in the new Trump era

Ron Kampeas in JTA

Following Donald Trump's reelection, the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) faced internal tensions when an executive, Karen Paikin Barall, suggested optimism about Jewish resettlement in Gaza—a contentious issue often supported by far-right Israeli factions but generally opposed by American Jews who favor a two-state solution.

0 Politics Leadership

Israel Katz, the self-proclaimed Herod of Israeli politics and Israel’s new defense minister

Lahav Harkov in Jewish Insider

Israel Katz, Israel's new Defense Minister, known for his bold and confrontational style, has stirred controversy with statements that contradict government objectives.

0 Politics Israel

Biden administration sanctions Israeli settler group, in move that Trump could reverse

Asaf Elia-Shalev in Forward

The Biden administration has imposed sanctions on Amana, an Israeli settler group involved in illegal West Bank outposts, as part of efforts to curb violence and stabilize the region.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Who is Marc Rowan, the Jewish investor reportedly in the running for Trump’s Treasury secretary?

Luke Tress in Forward

Marc Rowan, a prominent Jewish investor and philanthropist, has emerged as a key contender for the role of Treasury Secretary in President-elect Donald Trump's administration.

0 Politics Leadership

Who are the Jews in Trump’s inner circle?

Luke Tress in JTA

The article offers an overview of key Jewish figures within Donald Trump's inner circle as he prepares for a potential return to the White House.

0 Politics Culture

Just about every interpretation of Trump's narrow election victory is wrong

Jay Michaelson in Forward

Jay Michaelson argues that post-2024 election analyses misinterpret Donald Trump's narrow victory by attributing it to ideological shifts rather than economic concerns.

0 Politics Culture

The Culture War and Identity Politics

Emes Ve-Emunah

The article discusses how identity politics and the culture war contributed to recent Democratic election losses.

0 Politics Jewish Law

Attention, Democrats: 'Resistance' And 'Grieving' Aren't The Way To Go

Gary Rosenblatt in Between The Lines

In this thought-provoking piece, Gary Wexler challenges Democrats to reconsider their post-election strategies after recent political defeats, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and collaboration rather than resistance and division.

0 Politics Israel

How Trump Proved Experts Wrong on Israel

Richard Hanania in Future of Jewish

The Abraham Accords, signed during the final months of Donald Trump's presidency, marked a significant shift in Middle Eastern diplomacy by establishing normalization between Israel and several Arab nations, including the UAE and Bahrain, without resolving the Palestinian conflict.

0 Politics Culture

Papers, Please!

Michael Lind in Tablet

Michael Lind evaluates the contentious debate around a national ID system in the United States, which, he argues, could provide a technical solution to issues like illegal immigration, voting fraud, and privacy concerns.

Sports ›

0 Sports Communities

Sam Salz is likely the first Orthodox Jew to appear in a Division I college football game

Jacob Gurvis in JTA

Sam Salz, a senior wide receiver for Texas A&M, has made history by becoming likely the first Orthodox Jew to play in a NCAA Division I college football game.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Politics

Most people are not antisemites, but that is not the point.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Joshua Hoffman explores how fringe groups, regardless of their size, can majorly influence societal norms, using historical examples to highlight their impact, such as the Mahdist Revolution and the rise of the Nazis.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Is Anyone Scarier than Elon Musk?

Moment in Moment

Nadine Epstein explores the concerns surrounding Elon Musk and his potential role in government, highlighting fears about his susceptibility to conspiracy theories, including antisemitic narratives.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Is RFK about to ban goyslop — and what on earth is that?

Mira Fox in Forward

The article explores the antisemitic term "goyslop," which gained attention after a viral photo of RFK Jr. eating McDonald's food, contradicting his health advocacy stance.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Why Neo-Nazis marched in Ohio this weekend, and almost every weekend in the U.S.

Benyamin Cohen in Forward

Neo-Nazi rallies have become alarmingly frequent across the United States, with hundreds occurring since 2016, driven by small white supremacist groups seeking attention online.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Streaming platform Twitch bans the word ‘Zionist’ as a proxy for spreading hate toward Jews and Israelis

Asaf Elia-Shalev in Forward

Twitch, a leading livestreaming platform, has updated its hate speech policy to ban the use of the term 'Zionist' when employed as a slur against Jews or Israelis.

0 Antisemitism Politics

White House, Ohio governor condemn neo-Nazi rally in downtown Columbus

Andrew Lapin in JTA

A neo-Nazi rally in Columbus, Ohio, involving masked individuals waving Nazi flags and spreading antisemitic rhetoric, has been widely condemned by various officials, including the White House and Ohio's Republican Governor Mike DeWine.

Television/Film ›

0 Television/Film Culture

‘Gladiator II’ Star Lior Raz Says Director Ridley Scott Is a Big ‘Fauda’ Fan

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Lior Raz, the Israeli actor and creator of the television series Fauda, stars in HBO's Gladiator II as Viggo, a gladiator trainer, alongside prominent actors like Pedro Pascal and Paul Mezcal.

Culture ›

0 Culture Holidays

The Best Hanukkah Decor For Your House

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

As Hanukkah coincides with Christmas this year, Lior Zaltzman explores the vibrant world of Hanukkah decor options.

0 Culture Politics

Top Canadian book prize to be awarded amid a flurry of protest over its sponsors’ ties to Israel

Andrew Lapin in JTA

The Giller Prize, Canada's esteemed literary accolade, is embroiled in controversy due to its sponsors' connections with Israel, prompting a boycott by authors, including past winner Sarah Bernstein.

0 Culture Leadership

The least lonely man of faith

eJewishPhilanthropy

Sophia Chitlik Abram reflects on the extraordinary legacy of Joel Fleishman, a scholar and mentor revered for his relational genius, kindness, and unswerving belief in others' potential.

Communities ›

0 Communities Philosophy

“I Do Not Remember the Temperature of the Water.”

Guest Contributor in Lilith

The article captures a poignant and introspective moment of a person's conversion to Judaism, focusing on their mikvah immersion experience.

Literature ›

0 Literature Antisemitism

National Book Awards defends award for Ta-Nehisi Coates' dad, a publisher who reissued antisemitic books

Andrew Lapin in Forward

The National Book Awards faces criticism for awarding its Literarian Award to Paul Coates, head of Black Classic Press, due to his republication of Tony Martin's antisemitic text, "The Jewish Onslaught."

0 Literature Antisemitism

National Book Awards defends lifetime award for influential Black publisher who reissued antisemitic books

Andrew Lapin in JTA

The National Book Awards is facing controversy for honoring Paul Coates, founder of Black Classic Press, with the Literarian Award amid backlash over his republication of Tony Martin's antisemitic essay, "The Jewish Onslaught."

Ethics ›

0 Ethics Politics

Brutalizing the Stranger

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook

Peter Beinart reflects on Jewish teachings from Parshat Vayera, connecting them to contemporary issues of immigration and xenophobia in the U.S.

Jewish Law ›

0 Jewish Law Politics

Chessed? You mean Cruelty.

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism

Natan Slifkin critiques Rav Moshe Hillel Hirsch's assertion that charedi Torah study and supposed acts of chessed (kindness) are vital for Israel's survival, contrasting this with the charedi community's refusal to participate in the IDF.

0 Jewish Law Culture

I used to hate being Jewish. This is what I didn’t know.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Joshua Hoffman reflects on his transformative journey from viewing his Jewish identity as a burden to embracing it with pride and purpose.

Torah ›

0 Torah Philosophy

Ishmael and Moses: Everything Is Foreseen or Freedom Is Given?

David Curwin in Lehrhaus

David Curwin's analysis of the stories of Ishmael and Moses reveals striking parallels that underscore themes of parental care, intervention by higher powers, and ultimately, the notion of personal responsibility transcending national identities.

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