for Thursday, December 12, 2024

Politics ›

0 Politics Leadership

Challenges and opportunities for the Jewish members of the 119th Congress

Ron Kampeas in Forward

The 119th U.S. Congress sees noteworthy developments for Jewish members, with representation remaining stable but significant changes within party dynamics and leadership roles.

0 Politics Leadership

What to expect from the 34 Jewish members of the next Congress

Ron Kampeas in JTA

The upcoming U.S. Congress will see 34 Jewish members, with possible changes including the doubling of Jewish Republicans and new Jewish Democratic representatives.

0 Politics Leadership

Anthony Weiner mulls political comeback in New York

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider

Anthony Weiner, the former congressman known for his scandalous past, is contemplating a return to politics by considering a bid for a New York City Council seat.

0 Politics Israel

Leader of U.K. Conservative Party Kemi Badenoch showcases her pro-Israel bona fides

Lianne Kolirin in Jewish Insider

Kemi Badenoch, the new leader of the U.K. Conservative Party and the first Black woman to head a major political party in England, emphasizes her support for Israel as central to her political identity.

0 Politics Israel

As Anthony Weiner eyes a political comeback, can he count on Jewish voters?

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

Anthony Weiner, once a notable Jewish Democrat from New York, has taken steps toward a potential political comeback by registering for a city council candidacy.

0 Politics Communities

Dear Yoav Gallant: You are welcome at my synagogue

Rabbi Ben Herman in Forward

Rabbi Ben Herman critiques the decision by Adas Israel Congregation in Washington, D.C. to cancel a speaking invitation to Israel's former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, citing security concerns and congregational objections.

0 Politics Jewish Law

No Right to Refuse

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism

Natan Slifkin critiques a recent episode of the Headlines podcast on the topic of achdus (unity) and its implications for charedi involvement in the Israeli army.

0 Politics Israel

Syria’s new rulers need to show Israel and the rest of the region that it will not be a threat

Jewish Chronicle

The fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime on December 8 marks a pivotal opportunity for change in Syria and the broader Middle East.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Minneapolis mayor drew closer to his Jewish identity after Oct. 7, rise in antisemitism; ‘I have to be more out front’

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has experienced a renewed connection to his Jewish identity amid a rise in antisemitic incidents following the October 7th Hamas attacks last year.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Fate of Jewish man facing sentencing over 2022 synagogue shooting plot divides the Upper West Side

Luke Tress in JTA

The Upper West Side is divided over the sentencing of Matthew Mahrer, a Jewish man, who pled guilty to felony weapons charges in a plot to attack a synagogue with Christopher Brown, a white supremacist.

0 Politics History

Everything You Need to Know About Syria, Israel, and the Middle East

Richard Hanania in Future of Jewish

In an analytical exploration of Syria's recent political upheavals, Richard Hanania reflects on the fall of the Assad regime and its implications for regional stability.

Sports ›

0 Sports Israel

Despite war, these American Jewish athletes are choosing to pursue their careers in Israel

Jacob Gurvis in Forward

Amidst ongoing conflict, American Jewish athletes Nikki Bick, Rachel Dallet, and Ryan Turell have chosen to move to Israel to pursue professional sports careers.

0 Sports Culture

Jewish ace Max Fried signs record-breaking contract with the New York Yankees

Jacob Gurvis in Forward

In a historic moment for Jewish athletes and the MLB, Max Fried, a Jewish ace pitcher from Los Angeles, signed an eight-year, $218 million contract with the New York Yankees, marking the largest deal ever for a Jewish player and a left-handed pitcher.

Communities ›

0 Communities Politics

From Shabbat surveillance to city council: The rise of an Orthodox GOP activist in New Jersey

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider

Mordechai Burnstein, having moved to Jackson Township, New Jersey, in 2015, has emerged as a pivotal figure in advocating for the Orthodox Jewish community, resulting in his election as the first Orthodox Jew to Jackson's town council.

0 Communities Israel

After a Year of War - Complacency?

Emes Ve-Emunah

Rabbi Yisroel Reisman's response to a question about the complacency towards the ongoing war in Israel highlights significant differences among Charedi leadership.

0 Communities Politics

They’re Good People, I Promise…

Alex Simón in New Voices

A Connecticut College student grapples with their complex Jewish identity amidst tensions between support for Israel and solidarity with Palestinian activism.

0 Communities Politics

Queer Jewish teens feel abandoned by LGBT groups that condemn Israel

Micah Bidner in JTA

Jewish LGBTQ+ teens are feeling increasingly alienated from queer organizations that have adopted strong pro-Palestinian stances, particularly after the October 7, 2023 Israel-Hamas conflict.

0 Communities Politics

How a Jewish neighborhood in liberal Los Angeles became a stronghold for Trump

Louis Keene in Forward

The Pico-Robertson neighborhood in Los Angeles, traditionally known for its liberal Jewish community, experienced a political shift in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, with major voting precincts favoring Donald Trump over Kamala Harris.

Culture ›

0 Culture History

Biden signs law that could lead to US Jewish history museum joining the Smithsonian

Ron Kampeas in Forward

President Joe Biden has signed a law that may lead to the integration of the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History with the Smithsonian Institution.

0 Culture Israel

5 Ways to Get Closer to Israel Right Now

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Joshua Hoffman's article provides readers with a guide to deepening their connection to Israel through five engaging methods.

0 Culture History

How a Jewish teen’s description of New York City life in 1945 found a contemporary audience of millions

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA

Charlotte Buchsbaum, a Jewish teen from Brooklyn, wrote a diary in 1945 documenting her personal and historical experiences during a transformative year.

0 Culture Gender/Identity

‘Tap Dancing on Everest’

Stewart Kampel in Hadassah

Dr. Mimi Zieman's memoir, "Tap Dancing on Everest," recounts her incredible journey as a young medical student and the sole woman on an expedition attempting a new ascent on Mount Everest without sherpas or oxygen.

0 Culture Television/Film

How Gene Wilder and Gilda Radner became “a match made in meshugas”

Samuel Eli Shepherd in Forward

"Gene & Gilda," a play by Cary Gitter, explores the tumultuous romance between Jewish comedy icons Gene Wilder and Gilda Radner, from their meeting on a film set to Radner's tragic passing from ovarian cancer.

0 Culture Holidays

14 New Hanukkah Books For Kids

Penny Schwartz in Kveller

A collection of 14 new children's books celebrates the overlap of Hanukkah and Christmas, as the first night of Hanukkah coincides with Christmas Day this year.

0 Culture Gender/Identity

While visions of sugar plum fairies dance in their heads, she makes sure all their steps are kosher

Stav Ziv in Forward

Dena Abergel, the Children's Repertory Director for the New York City Ballet's production of "The Nutcracker," effortlessly blends her Jewish identity with her career in ballet.

0 Culture Communities

Sometimes the dead bring the living together

Jewish Chronicle

In a world where Jews often feel beleaguered, unexpected sources of positivity emerge from graveyards.

0 Culture Communities

An inspiring documentary shows the power of Black-Jewish unity

Olivia Haynie in Forward

"All Gods Children," directed by Ondi Timoner, documents the five-year journey of Rabbi Rachel Timoner and Reverend Dr. Robert Waterman as they bridge their Brooklyn congregations, Congregation Beth Elohim and Antioch Baptist Church, to combat antisemitism and racism.

Jewish Law ›

0 Jewish Law Philosophy

Modern Orthodox Theology in a Post-Soloveitchik World

David Fried in Lehrhaus

In his review, David Fried discusses Daniel Ross Goodman's book "Soloveitchik's Children," which examines the theological impact of R. Joseph B. Soloveitchik on modern Orthodox thinkers Irving Greenberg, David Hartman, and Jonathan Sacks.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism History

Displaying baby Jesus in a keffiyeh is antisemitic

Jeffrey K. Salkin in Forward

In this piece, Jeffrey K. Salkin critiques the use of a keffiyeh-clad baby Jesus in nativity scenes as an act of theological antisemitism.

0 Antisemitism Culture

Displaying baby Jesus in a kaffiyeh is antisemitic

Jeffrey K. Salkin in Forward

Rabbi Jeffrey K. Salkin argues that the depiction of baby Jesus in a keffiyeh, intended as a symbol of solidarity with Palestinians, carries antisemitic implications.

0 Antisemitism Communities

Antisemitism concerns loom large at Canadian gathering of Jews from former Soviet Union

Larry Luxner in JTA

A recent Limmud FSU conference in Niagara Falls brought together 350 Jews from the former Soviet Union, highlighting the pervasive antisemitism they face in Canada and globally.

0 Antisemitism Communities

The Explosion of Jew-Hate in Canada

Terry Glavin in The Free Press

Canada is experiencing a disturbing rise in antisemitism, manifesting in societal and institutional settings and posing a challenge for the Jewish community.

0 Antisemitism Philosophy

The Rise of a New Jewish Voice

Ehud Neor in Future of Jewish

Ehud Neor's essay reflects on the persistent and deeply-rooted phenomenon of antisemitism, particularly in the context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and highlights a shift in Jewish responses to hatred.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Are US employers discriminating against Jews?

Jewish Chronicle

The Anti-Defamation League's recent study, conducted by Bryan Tomlin, reveals potential discrimination against Jewish and Israeli-American job applicants in the U.S. labor market.

History ›

0 History Holocaust

On a roots journey from NYC to Poland, I packed my great-grandfather’s tallis

Stuart Schear in JTA

Stuart Schear describes a meaningful journey to Poland with his cousins, echoing the themes of Jesse Eisenberg's film "A Real Pain."

Television/Film ›

0 Television/Film Holidays

All the Hanukkah Kids TV Episodes & Specials to Stream Right Now

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Parents looking to share Hanukkah spirit with children have a plethora of streaming options with delightful Jewish episodes from popular kids' shows.

0 Television/Film Culture

A ski trip with a difference in the town the Beatles loved

Jewish Chronicle

The Austrian ski resort town of Obertauern gains fame for its Beatles connection, having played host to the band during filming for the 1965 movie "Help!"

Food ›

0 Food Holidays

Twelve tasty Chanukah gifts for foodies

Jewish Chronicle

This guide presents twelve delightful gift choices for food enthusiasts celebrating Chanukah.

Gender/Identity ›

0 Gender/Identity Antisemitism

Why gendered antisemitism matters

eJewishPhilanthropy

Judith Rosenbaum, CEO of the Jewish Women's Archive, emphasizes the critical, yet often overlooked, issue of gendered antisemitism.

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