for Friday, May 23, 2025

Politics ›

I Met Yaron Lischinsky the Day Before He Was Murdered

Armin Rosen in Tablet

The tragic murder of Israeli diplomat Yaron Lischinsky underscores the precarious nature of representing a frequently maligned nation like Israel abroad.

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White House revokes Harvard’s right to enroll international students, including Jews from abroad

Andrew Lapin in JTA

The Trump administration has withdrawn Harvard University's ability to enroll international students, including Jewish students from abroad, citing efforts to combat antisemitism on campus.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Will the Capital Jewish Museum shooting lead Trump to crack down even more on pro-Palestinian activists?

Ron Kampeas in JTA

In the wake of a tragic shooting at the Capital Jewish Museum where two Israeli embassy employees were killed by a gunman shouting "Free Palestine," there are concerns about a potential crackdown on pro-Palestinian activism in the U.S. President Donald Trump had already tightened measures against pro-Palestinian groups, including deporting student activists and limiting university funding.

0 Politics Antisemitism

What we know about Elias Rodriguez, the suspect in the DC shooting that killed two Israeli embassy workers

Grace Gilson in JTA

Elias Rodriguez, identified as the suspect in the Washington, D.C. shooting that killed two Israeli embassy aides, has a history of far-left activism and online posts suggesting radical beliefs.

0 Politics Antisemitism

In wake of DC shooting, false flag conspiracies spread

Mira Fox in Forward

In the wake of a shooting outside the Capitol Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., where Elias Rodriguez is accused of killing two in an apparent protest against Israel, conspiracy theories about a false flag operation have emerged online.

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Is There a Rift? Huckabee Tells It Like It Is

Emes Ve-Emunah

The article discusses the alleged rift between Trump and Netanyahu, spurred on by media narratives, particularly from anti-Trump and anti-Netanyahu voices.

0 Politics Antisemitism

How anti-Israel rhetoric led to the killing of 2 in Washington, DC

Rob Eshman in Forward

The chilling murder of two Israeli embassy staffers in Washington, D.C., underscores the dangerous escalation of anti-Israel rhetoric that promotes violence against Jews.

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Capital Jewish Museum shooting suspect killed 2 'for Gaza.' His victims were peace advocates.

Louis Keene in Forward

Two Israeli embassy staffers, Sarah Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky, were tragically shot outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington D.C. by a man claiming his actions were for Gaza.

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Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim identified as victims in Capital Jewish Museum shooting

Philissa Cramer in JTA

Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, two Israeli embassy staff members, were fatally shot outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. The tragedy has deeply affected the embassy and the broader community.

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Jewish mayoral candidate Brad Lander endorses Shahana Hanif for City Council

Joseph Strauss in JTA

Brad Lander, the Jewish candidate for New York mayor, has endorsed Shahana Hanif for re-election to her City Council seat.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The Hypocritical Politics of Antisemitism in America

Amelia Adams, JD in Future of Jewish

Amelia Adams critiques the selective condemnation of antisemitism in American politics, highlighting the inconsistency in responses based on political affiliation.

0 Politics Israel

Zohran Mamdani, NYC mayoral hopeful, heckled for recognizing Israel’s right to exist

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

Zohran Mamdani, a Democratic Socialist and New York City mayoral candidate, is facing backlash from his anti-Israel base after acknowledging Israel's right to exist.

Communities ›

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Israelis in New York, no strangers to violence, say they are undeterred by DC Jewish Museum shooting

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA

The article discusses the impact of a recent shooting outside a Washington, D.C. Jewish museum on the Israeli community in New York City.

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Sarah Milgrim was ‘very Jewishly involved’ in Chabad, Hillel, Birthright, Israel before shooting outside Capital Jewish Museum

Hannah Feuer in Forward

Sarah Milgrim, a passionate advocate for Jewish life and Israeli-Palestinian dialogue, was tragically killed in a shooting outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. Raised in a suburb of Kansas City, she was deeply involved in Jewish activities at the University of Kansas, participating in Chabad, Hillel, and Birthright trips.

0 Communities Jewish Law

What is Messianic Judaism?

Olivia Haynie in Forward

Messianic Judaism is a religious movement comprising both Jews and non-Jews who adhere to traditional Jewish practices while believing in Jesus as the messiah.

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A Tour for Gur

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism

Natan Slifkin details an unexpected day at The Biblical Museum of Natural History, where he led six tours for groups of Gur Chassidic children.

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Remembering Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, Who Fought For Peace

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, passionate peace activists and diplomats, were tragically murdered in Washington, D.C., outside an event aimed at fostering dialogue and aid for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

0 Communities Antisemitism

‘He was a mensch’: Slain Messianic Jew remembered as bridge-builder

Benyamin Cohen in Forward

Yaron Lischinsky, a Messianic Jew and Israeli Embassy staffer in Washington D.C., was killed in a potential hate crime, remembered as a bridge-builder and mensch by friends and colleagues.

Ethics ›

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On the Preciousness of Life

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook

Peter Beinart reflects on the murder of Israeli embassy officials Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, emphasizing the preciousness of all human life.

Antisemitism ›

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An Open Letter to the Capital Jewish Museum Murderer

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Joshua Hoffman's open letter addresses the suspect involved in the killing of two Israeli Embassy staffers at the Capital Jewish Museum.

0 Antisemitism Politics

A Statement About the May 21, 2025, Washington, DC, Shooting from Moment Magazine Editor-in-Chief Nadine Epstein

Nadine Epstein in Moment

In a poignant statement, Moment Magazine Editor-in-Chief Nadine Epstein responds to the tragic shooting of Sarah Milgrim and Yarn Lischinsky outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, DC.

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‘He never should have made it inside that building’: Jewish security groups face down lapses in DC shooting

Andrew Lapin in JTA

Following a tragic shooting at the Capital Jewish Museum that claimed the lives of two Israeli embassy staff, Jewish security groups are grappling with how best to protect their institutions from growing antisemitic threats.

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Even if the Capital Jewish Museum shooter ‘did it for Gaza,’ his actions were antisemitic

Emily Tamkin in Forward

In the wake of a tragic shooting at the Capital Jewish Museum, where two Israeli embassy staffers were killed, Emily Tamkin argues that the act was unequivocally antisemitic despite the suspect's claims of acting 'for Gaza.'

0 Antisemitism Communities

Interview | Eyewitness JoJo Drake Kalin on Shooting at Capital Jewish Museum

Amy E. Schwartz in Moment

JoJo Drake Kalin, an event organizer at the Jewish Capital Museum, recounts the tragic incident where two young Israeli embassy employees, Yarn Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, were shot and killed during a Young Diplomats reception.

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Was the D.C. Jewish museum shooting antisemitic?

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward

The tragic shooting at Washington D.C.'s Capital Jewish Museum, which resulted in the deaths of two young Israeli embassy staff members, has ignited a debate about whether the attack was fueled by antisemitism.

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For those who warned of ‘Free Palestine’ violence, fatal shooting at DC Jewish museum offers grim validation

Philissa Cramer in JTA

In a tragic escalation of tensions, two Israeli embassy staffers were killed outside a Jewish museum in Washington D.C. by an assailant shouting pro-Palestinian slogans.

0 Antisemitism Politics

‘More Elias’: These people are celebrating the Capital Jewish Museum shooting

Ben Sales in JTA

In the wake of the Capital Jewish Museum shooting, where two Israeli embassy employees were killed, social media reactions have starkly varied, highlighting a disturbing trend of glorifying violence.

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Manifesto posted on social media account tied to suspected Jewish museum shooter, who called to ‘bring the war home’

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward

Following the arrest of Elias Rodriguez for the shooting of two Israeli embassy staffers outside Washington, D.C.'s Capital Jewish Museum, a manifesto tied to a social media account resembling him surfaced online.

0 Antisemitism Education

Attacking Jews at Harvard Gets Rewarded. Plus . . .

The Free Press in The Free Press

An incident at Harvard University on October 18, 2023, involving an antisemitic attack by faculty members on an Israeli student, has raised significant concerns about the institution's stance on addressing antisemitism.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Who is Elias Rodriguez, the suspect identified in Capital Jewish Museum shooting?

Louis Keene in Forward

Elias Rodriguez, the suspect in the tragic shooting at the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., was identified by police following the deaths of two Israeli embassy staffers.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Two killed in Capital Jewish Museum shooting by suspect who shouted 'Free Palestine,' police say

Louis Keene in Forward

Two Israeli embassy staffers were shot and killed outside an American Jewish Committee event at the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., by a suspect who reportedly shouted pro-Palestinian slogans.

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2 shot to death while exiting American Jewish Committee event at DC Jewish museum

JTA Staff in JTA

Two individuals, staffers at the Israeli embassy in Washington, D.C., were fatally shot outside the Capital Jewish Museum during an American Jewish Committee event.

Leadership ›

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Budding Hadassah Leaders Get Immersive Israel Experience

Shari Harel in Hadassah

The immersive experience in Israel for the Evolve Leadership Fellows of Hadassah has deeply impacted its participants, enhancing their connection to Israel and commitment to Hadassah's mission.

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Developing future-focused Jewish leaders

eJewishPhilanthropy

Jewish leaders today face a complex and rapidly changing world, with numerous challenges that threaten to trap them in reactive postures.

Sports ›

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Hadassah’s Slam Dunk

Barbara Sofer in Hadassah

Hapoel Lev Jerusalem, a burgeoning women's basketball team in Israel, is making significant strides both on and off the court, with considerable support from Hadassah, The Women's Zionist Organization of America (HWZOA).

History ›

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In 1982, the shooting of an Israeli diplomat led to war

Ron Kampeas in JTA

The attempted assassination of Israeli diplomat Shlomo Argov in London in 1982 provided Israeli Defense Minister Ariel Sharon with the pretext to initiate the first Lebanon war.

Television/Film ›

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‘Pee-wee as Himself’ reveals the real Paul Reubens

PJ Grisar in Forward

The documentary "Pee-wee as Himself" delves into the paradoxical life of the late Paul Reubens, the man behind the beloved character Pee-wee Herman.

0 Television/Film Culture

‘The Studio’ Takes on Being Jewish in Hollywood in Hilarious and Poignant Ways

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

"The Studio," a series by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, cleverly satirizes the complexities of Jewish identity and representation in Hollywood.

Torah ›

0 Torah Literature

How the Song of Deborah Utilizes the Blessings of Jacob: A Study in Rhetorical Intertextuality

Michael Bernstein in Lehrhaus

Michael Bernstein's study investigates the rhetorical intertextuality between the Song of Deborah in Judges 5 and the Blessings of Jacob in Genesis 49.

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