for Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Leadership ›

0 Leadership History

Historicity versus historiography in the workplace

Avi Olitzky reflects on the interplay between historicity and historiography in nonprofit organizations, drawing parallels from his background in biblical criticism.

0 Leadership Israel

For the women on Hadassah’s 2025 list of Zionists to watch, Oct. 7 was a call to action

Suzanne Kurtz Sloan in JTA

The Hadassah organization has recognized 18 influential women for their Zionist advocacy and efforts in support of Israel in its 2025 list.

Politics ›

0 Politics Communities

Illinois Senate primary likely a toss-up, experts say, after Underwood declines to run

Marc Rod in Jewish Insider

The Illinois Senate primary for 2026 is expected to be a close contest after Rep. Lauren Underwood decided not to run, leaving Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton and Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Robin Kelly as potential major Democratic contenders.

0 Politics Culture

Will Trump’s visit to UAE’s Abrahamic Family House inspire a regional shift?

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider

President Trump's visit to the UAE's Abrahamic Family House underscores a message of religious tolerance amid a broader regional shift.

0 Politics Communities

Zohran Mamdani, a Democratic Socialist, could be New York’s next mayor. Here’s how Jews feel about him.

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA

Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old state Assembly member from Queens and Democratic Socialist, is a contender in New York City's mayoral race.

0 Politics Culture

Europe's Extreme Swing From Auschwitz to 'Allahu Akbar'

Maral Salmassi in Future of Jewish

Maral Salmassi analyzes the convergence of post-World War II European guilt, particularly German, with Islamic ideologies, arguing it creates an environment that marginalizes traditional European identities.

0 Politics Israel

Israeli culture minister: ‘Israel is going to annex land’ in Gaza if Hamas does not cede power

Ben Sales in JTA

Israeli Culture Minister Miki Zohar, from the Likud Party, announced that Israel plans to annex parts of Gaza unless Hamas relinquishes control and releases Israeli hostages.

0 Politics Israel

B’Ivrit | As Trump Cools, Israeli Media Struggle to Reset

Nathan Guttman in Moment

Donald Trump's recent diplomatic tour has prompted significant reflection and recalibration within the Israeli media landscape.

0 Politics Israel

No matter whose side you're on — Israeli or Palestinian — these sites are gonna dox you

Mira Fox in Forward

In an era fueled by cancel culture, both the pro-Israel Canary Mission and anti-Zionist Reverse Canary Mission have emerged as polarizing actors within the Israeli-Palestinian debate.

0 Politics Communities

How Joe Biden developed his lifelong affection for Jews

Benjamin Ivry in Forward

Joe Biden's longstanding support and affinity for Jewish people arise from values instilled by his father, who believed in defending minority groups, and from influential mentors like Holocaust survivor Tom Lantos.

0 Politics Jewish Law

It's absurd that ultra-Orthodox Israelis should receive an IDF exemption.

Scott Kahn in Future of Jewish

Scott Kahn argues that the blanket exemption of ultra-Orthodox Israelis from serving in the IDF is morally indefensible and lacking in Jewish legal justification.

0 Politics Israel

NJ congressional candidate Michael Roth says he wants to be a strong pro-Israel voice for a new generation

Marc Rod in Jewish Insider

Michael Roth, a Democratic congressional candidate in New Jersey, emphasizes his aspiration to be a strong pro-Israel voice for a new generation.

0 Politics Communities

Cuomo faces hurdles to winning over Orthodox Jewish voters in mayoral race

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider

Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is working hard to regain the trust of Orthodox Jewish voters as he campaigns for mayor of New York City, emphasizing his past support for Israel and his commitment to fighting antisemitism.

Jewish Law ›

0 Jewish Law Philosophy

Why Halakhah Is Not About Winning

Yonah Lavery-Yisraeli in Lehrhaus

Yonah Lavery-Yisraeli explores the nature of Halakhic discourse by examining the dual perspectives in Talmudic teachings on repentance, forgiveness, and atonement.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Television/Film

Top BBC sportscaster to exit amid allegations of antisemitism over anti-Israel social media post

Grace Gilson in JTA

Gary Lineker, a prominent BBC sportscaster and former soccer player, is leaving the BBC following backlash over an antisemitic Instagram post.

0 Antisemitism Communities

Antisemitic fliers thrown from car in Squirrel Hill neighborhood

Grace Gilson in Forward

Squirrel Hill, the Pittsburgh neighborhood that suffered the tragic 2018 Tree of Life synagogue shooting, faced another antisemitic attack as fliers denigrating Jews were scattered from a moving vehicle.

0 Antisemitism Politics

The War Against the Jews

Sapir

In the wake of the October 7 terror attack in Israel, a resurgence of global antisemitism has prompted a rallying cry for Jews to acknowledge a broader war against them, extending beyond Israel to encompass the global Diaspora.

0 Antisemitism Education

Ask Your Doctor if Jihad Is Right for You

Jay P. Greene in Tablet

The article by Jay P. Greene highlights a significant antisemitism problem in the medical field, particularly among doctors, with a notable overrepresentation of antisemitic attitudes among health professionals compared to their workforce share.

Communities ›

0 Communities Politics

At campus symposium, Jewish panelists push back as billionaire Bill Ackman defends Trump’s feud with Harvard

Andrew Silow-Carroll in Forward

During a symposium on Jews and elite universities at the Center for Jewish History, a debate arose centering on Hedge fund billionaire Bill Ackman's defense of Trump's funding cuts to Harvard and wider demands on universities to increase political diversity.

0 Communities History

American Jewish Heritage Month and a democracy of belonging

eJewishPhilanthropy

Amelia Allen's 19th-century sentiments encapsulate the American Jewish identity as concurrently Jewish and American, rooted in communal values and democratic participation.

0 Communities Culture

A Church Within a Church

Maggie Phillips in Tablet

In the wake of devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, the displaced congregation of St. Marks Episcopal Church has found a temporary home in St. Barnabas, now known as St. Be, a multiuse community space.

Music ›

0 Music Culture

Israel’s Yuval Raphael Came in Second at ‘Eurovision’ With a Super Meaningful Performance

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Yuval Raphael's second-place performance at Eurovision captivated audiences with its poignant symbolism and emotional depth.

0 Music Politics

Israel’s Yuval Raphael comes in 2nd at Eurovision, propelled largely by popular vote

Philissa Cramer in JTA

Yuval Raphael of Israel secured second place in the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest, primarily due to the strong support from the popular vote across Europe, despite some regional opposition related to the ongoing war in Gaza.

Philosophy ›

0 Philosophy Education

Rabbi Eliezer Melamed on Torah and Science

Emes Ve-Emunah

Rabbi Eliezer Melamed addresses the complex relationship between Torah and science, highlighting the challenges faced by traditions in the face of modern scientific discoveries.

Culture ›

0 Culture Leadership

What Yuval Raphael’s Eurovision success teaches us about mobilizing people

eJewishPhilanthropy

Yuval Raphael's success in Eurovision not only showcased musical talent but also highlighted the power of collective Jewish pride as a mobilizing force.

0 Culture Politics

Thailand can teach Israel about nation branding.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Thailand's success in nation branding through its Global Thai Program, which expanded Thai culinary presence globally, offers a model for Israel.

Sports ›

0 Sports Politics

Israeli driver Robert Shwartzman won Indy 500 pole — then talked about the war

Louis Keene in Forward

Robert Shwartzman made history as the first Israeli and first rookie in 42 years to win the pole at the Indy 500 qualifiers.

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