for Tuesday, February 4, 2025

Antisemitism ›

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The Conversation

Moment in Moment

The article "The Conversation" by Moment Magazine covers several complex issues facing the Jewish community today.

0 Antisemitism Politics

One point of consistency amid Trump’s rapid changes: a drumbeat of federal campus antisemitism investigations

Andrew Lapin in JTA

Amid the broader shifts in policies under President Trump, there is continuity in the federal commitment to combating campus antisemitism, as seen with the continuation and expansion of Title VI civil rights investigations into antisemitic incidents at universities.

0 Antisemitism Politics

It’s award season and the Pally's are here!

Future of Jewish in Future of Jewish

The satirical 'Pallys' awards highlight the perceived bias and misinformation in global discourse surrounding Israel and the Jewish community.

0 Antisemitism Education

How to Defeat Antisemitism — A Guide

Pat Johnson in Future of Jewish

Pat Johnson, Director of Upstanders Canada, presents antisemitism as a complex and deeply ingrained societal ailment, distinct from other prejudices due to its persistent misconceptions about Jewish power and collective characteristics.

Politics ›

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South Carolina’s Holocaust council is divided after chair cuts rabbi’s ‘political’ remarks from Auschwitz memorial broadcast

Andrew Lapin in Forward

The South Carolina Council on the Holocaust is embroiled in controversy following the chairperson Lilly Filler's decision to remove a politically charged speech by Rabbi Sam Rose from a broadcast commemorating the liberation of Auschwitz.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Trump’s pick for antisemitism task force previously blamed him for incidents targeting Jews

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward

Leo Terrell, once a critic of Donald Trump's alleged impact on rising antisemitism, has been appointed to head a new Department of Justice task force on antisemitism.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Rubio’s new undersecretary of state was fired from first Trump administration over ties to white nationalists

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider

Darren Beattie, recently appointed acting undersecretary of state for public diplomacy and public affairs under Marco Rubio, has sparked controversy due to his past associations with white nationalist gatherings and inflammatory comments on racial, gender, and international issues.

0 Politics Israel

What Hamas Can Teach the Jews

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Joshua Hoffman's piece delves into the longstanding strategic assumptions—or "conceptzia"—within Israeli policy regarding Hamas, arguing these beliefs have proven erroneous.

0 Politics Culture

Not Even A Jewfro Can Save You, Mark Zuckerberg

Basha Lox in New Voices

Basha Lox's article critiques Mark Zuckerberg’s recent actions and image changes, linking them to his controversial relationship with Donald Trump and problematic public behavior.

0 Politics Culture

How a socialist Valentine’s Day mixer turned into a messy debate over Zionism

Mira Fox in Forward

A socialist Valentine’s Day mixer in Brooklyn, organized by the Democratic Socialists of America, unexpectedly sparked a heated debate over Zionism, reflecting broader tensions within leftist circles.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Former Trump staffer fired for attending white nationalist conference tapped for top State Dept. position

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

Darren Beattie, a former Trump administration speechwriter dismissed for his ties to white nationalist circles, is being considered for a high-ranking State Department position by Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

0 Politics Israel

‘Israel is Ready’ for Saudi peace, blare billboards in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv and DC

Deborah Danan in Forward

As discussions around a potential peace agreement between Saudi Arabia and Israel intensify, electronic billboards featuring Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman with U.S. President Donald Trump have appeared in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv.

0 Politics Jewish Law

Three Types of Jews

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism

In the article "Three Types of Jews," Natan Slifkin explores the contrasting attitudes towards military service among different segments of Israeli society.

0 Politics Israel

Bibi’s Back in Town

Nathan Guttman in Moment

Amidst a challenging period of political turbulence, Benjamin Netanyahu seeks to revive his diplomatic rapport with Donald Trump during a pivotal Washington visit.

0 Politics Jewish Law

Elise Stefanik Is Wrong

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook

Peter Beinart challenges Elise Stefanik's claim that the Bible grants Jews unconditional sovereignty over the West Bank.

0 Politics Israel

Netanyahu heads to Washington for what Trump says are ‘very big meetings’

Philissa Cramer in JTA

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to Washington, D.C., marks President Donald Trump's first meeting with a foreign leader since taking office, highlighting their personal and national alliance.

0 Politics Israel

Jewish House Democrats: Netanyahu will impede ceasefire for political purposes

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

Jewish House Democrats, including Reps. Jerry Nadler and Dan Goldman, have issued a warning that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu might obstruct efforts to expand a ceasefire in Gaza for political reasons.

Jewish Law ›

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This rabbi-in-training wants every Jew to know how to use Narcan, the life-saving drug that reverses opioid overdose

Joseph Strauss in JTA

Arielle Krule, a rabbi-in-training and licensed social worker, is leading efforts to educate the Jewish community on the use of Narcan, a drug that reverses opioid overdoses.

0 Jewish Law Ethics

Ask the Rabbis | Are There War Crimes According to Jewish Thought, And If So, What Are They?

Moment in Moment

Jewish scripture and law provide multiple perspectives on the ethics of war, indicating a long-standing awareness of what might be considered war crimes.

0 Jewish Law Culture

What should a mourner do while sitting shiva? A rabbi offers 4 suggestions

Rabbi Daniel Cohen in Forward

Rabbi Daniel Cohen offers four insightful guidelines for navigating the mourning period of shiva, transforming what can often seem like a daunting ritual into a time of personal growth and lasting commemoration.

Culture ›

0 Culture Holocaust

Adrien Brody's performance in 'The Brutalist' hits home for descendants of immigrants and Holocaust survivors

Samuel Eli Shepherd in Forward

Adrien Brody's portrayal of a Holocaust survivor and immigrant architect in 'The Brutalist' hit home for many at a recent 92ndY event, as he discussed themes of immigrant struggles and the American dream.

0 Culture Gender/Identity

Essential Dating Tips From Jewish Matchmaker Aleeza Ben Shalom

Talia Liben Yarmush in Hadassah

Aleeza Ben Shalom, famed from Netflix's "Jewish Matchmaking," shares her pragmatic and culturally sensitive dating advice in her new book "Matchmaker, Matchmaker: Find Me a Love That Lasts."

Communities ›

0 Communities Jewish Law

Closing the Age Gap is Not a Magic Bullet

Emes Ve-Emunah

In addressing the significant challenge many young Charedi women face in finding a marriage partner, rabbinic leaders are attempting to address what they consider an 'age gap' issue.

0 Communities Politics

‘Yarden is Back Home, But Our Home Is Missing,’ Bibas Family Shares After Bittersweet Hostage Release

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Yarden Bibas was released from captivity, reuniting with his family in a bittersweet moment marked by the absence of his wife and two young children, whose fates remain uncertain.

0 Communities Holidays

LA Jews are all mourners now — experiencing both the grief and hope our tradition understands

Rabbi Nicole Guzik in JTA

In the wake of the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, the Jewish community grappled with profound loss and resilience as they navigated through personal and communal grief.

0 Communities Education

Inspiring legacies: What two vanished American Jewish communities teach us

eJewishPhilanthropy

Exploring the stories of two disappeared Jewish congregations in Ohio—Bnai Israel of Lancaster and Beth Israel of Fremont—this article highlights the significant impact of intentional legacy planning by these communities.

Ethics ›

0 Ethics Antisemitism

We made an integrity pledge to our donors. Others should do the same.

eJewishPhilanthropy

Ron Katz, president of the Tel Aviv Institute, emphasizes the critical need for transparency and integrity in nonprofit advocacy, particularly in social media practices.

Literature ›

0 Literature Torah

Bringing the Bible’s Commentators to Life

Yosef Lindell in Lehrhaus

Avigail Rock's book, "Great Biblical Commentators: Biographies, Methodologies, and Contributions," translated by Yoseif Bloch, offers a compelling exploration of 24 key biblical commentators spanning from Targum Onkelos to modern academics like Rabbi Mordechai Breuer.

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