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0 Politics History

Bernard-Henri Lévy in Tablet

Bernard-Henri Lévy's immersive reporting from war-torn Sudan highlights the ongoing humanitarian catastrophe that has largely gone unnoticed by the international community.

0 Politics Antisemitism

ADL launches ‘Mamdani monitor’ as Jewish groups retool for post-election advocacy

Shira Li Bartov in JTA

Jewish organizations in New York City are adjusting their advocacy strategies following the election of Zohran Mamdani as mayor, who has been criticized for his views on Israel and support for the BDS movement.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Heritage Foundation staff confront president over antisemitism, defense of Tucker Carlson

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA

The Heritage Foundation is facing internal turmoil after its president, Kevin Roberts, refused to distance the organization from Tucker Carlson following Carlson's controversial interview with white nationalist Nick Fuentes, a known Holocaust denier.

0 Politics Antisemitism

As Mamdani’s victory reverberates beyond NYC, Jews must choose solidarity over shock

JTA

The election of Zohran Mamdani as a council member in New York City has triggered significant concern among Jewish communities both locally and nationally.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Why Tucker Carlson actually sat down with Nick Fuentes

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward

Tucker Carlson's interview with Nick Fuentes, a known Holocaust denier and white nationalist, highlights a concerning shift within conservative circles as mainstream figures increasingly align with extremist views.

0 Politics Communities

Jewish mayor of Minneapolis defeats challenger who drew Mamdani comparisons

Andrew Lapin in Forward

Jacob Frey, the Jewish mayor of Minneapolis, secured a third term against Democratic Socialist opponent Omar Fateh, who ran a campaign critical of Zionist affiliations.

0 Politics Communities

Managing the Central Park Zoh

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Zohran Mamdani, New York City's newly elected mayor, brings his anti-Israel socialist views into an office historically challenging to govern due to its diverse and competing interests.

0 Politics History

Mamdani quoted Eugene Debs in his victory speech — there's a long Jewish history there

Mira Fox in Forward

Zohran Mamdani's victory speech as New York City's mayor-elect prominently featured a quote from Eugene Debs, a historical socialist icon with deep connections to Jewish-American socialist history.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Mandami's Election - A Post-Mortem

Emes Ve-Emunah

Zohran Mandami's election as New York's mayor, despite his anti-Israel stance, reflects not a surge of antisemitic support among New York Jews but a broad appeal rooted in his populist policies addressing the city's high cost of living.

0 Politics Jewish Law

Shaking The Trees in the Big Apple

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

The article examines the Israeli media's reaction to the victory of Zohran Mamdani in New York City's mayoral race, noting the shock over his election given his anti-Israel platform.

0 Politics Communities

2025 Earthquake, 2026 Aftershocks

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

The recent elections in the United States have marked a significant shift in the political landscape, highlighting notable developments.

0 Politics Communities

No Joy, N.J.

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

In a surprise defeat for Republican hopeful Jack Ciattarelli in the New Jersey gubernatorial race, Democrat Mikie Sherrill secured a decisive victory, unraveling GOP ambitions despite high expectations in the Ciattarelli camp.

0 Politics Communities

Mamdani’s progressive Jewish supporters are jubilant as they gain an ally in City Hall

Joseph Strauss in JTA

Zohran Mamdani's recent victory as mayor of New York City has elicited jubilation among his progressive Jewish supporters, particularly those affiliated with left-wing organizations such as Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP) and Jews for Racial and Economic Justice (JFREJ).

0 Politics Antisemitism

New York City has officially lost its mind.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Joshua Hoffman's piece expresses profound concern over New York City's political shift following the election of Zohran Mamdani, framing it as a move away from its traditional values.

0 Politics Communities

The 3 profound Jewish lessons of Mamdani’s astonishing victory

Rob Eshman in Forward

Zohran Mamdani's mayoral victory in New York City, marked by his limited support from Jewish voters, presents an opportunity for reflection within both Jewish communities and Mamdani's administration.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The rise of Mamdanism

eJewishPhilanthropy

The rise of "Mamdanism," marked by Zohran Mamdani's election as New York City mayor, signals a political shift that could affect American Jewry's options nationwide.

0 Politics Communities

Mamdani’s victory divides Jewish leaders one more way: Whether to say congratulations

Louis Keene in Forward

Zohran Mamdani's recent victory in the New York City mayoral election has sharply divided Jewish leaders and communities.

0 Politics Communities

In a first, a ballot initiative to divest from Israel has won at the ballot box in Boston suburb

Andrew Lapin in Forward

In a historic vote, the Boston suburb of Somerville passed a non-binding resolution, Question 3, urging the municipality to divest from companies doing business with Israel, marking the first time such a proposal passed by popular vote in the U.S.

0 Politics Communities

In a first, a ballot initiative to divest from Israel has won at the ballot box, in Somerville, Mass.

Andrew Lapin in JTA

The city of Somerville, Massachusetts, marked a significant moment in U.S. municipal politics by becoming the first to pass a ballot initiative calling for divestment from Israel.

0 Politics Communities

Zohran Mamdani is elected mayor of New York City, in decisive end to race that polarized Jewish voters

JTA Staff in JTA

Zohran Mamdani's election as New York City's mayor has sent ripples through the city's Jewish community, marking a significant moment in local politics.

0 Politics Communities

How Mamdani became New York’s next mayor, with Jews divided between fierce opposition and fiery support

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old democratic socialist, made history as the first Muslim mayor of New York City after winning a closely contested race, which fractured the Jewish community between robust opposition and fervent support.

0 Politics Israel

Nate Morris seeks McConnell’s seat with populist, pro-Israel message

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider

Nate Morris, a Republican Senate candidate from Kentucky, is positioning himself as a pro-Israel, populist alternative in the race to succeed retiring Senator Mitch McConnell.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Even if Mamdani wins, Jews can’t afford to miss this moment.

Joanna Landau in Future of Jewish

Joanna Landau's essay addresses the broader implications of Zohran Mamdani's mayoral candidacy in New York City for the Jewish world, irrespective of the election's outcome.

Communities ›

0 Communities Politics

The 36 hours in Washington that took hostage families from grief to gratitude

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider

The article narrates the emotional and transformative experience of families and former hostages gathering in Washington, D.C., amidst the backdrop of the release of hostages held by Hamas.

0 Communities Ethics

A kosher community fridge in Chicago’s Jewish suburbs arrives amid rising food insecurity

Orlie Weitzman in JTA

A new kosher community fridge named Hersh's Fridge has been set up in Skokie, Illinois, aiming to address food insecurity among kosher-observant families.

0 Communities Leadership

Ouriel’s Lesson

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

The article reflects on the inspiring resilience and spiritual fortitude of Ouriel Dzikowsky z"l, a man who remained composed and faithful despite facing a terminal illness shortly after making aliyah to Israel.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Communities

Mamdani condemns swastika graffiti at Brooklyn yeshiva as ‘disgusting and heartbreaking’

Grace Gilson in JTA

In a disheartening act of antisemitism, red swastikas were spray-painted on Magen David Yeshiva in Brooklyn, prompting Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani's condemnation.

0 Antisemitism Communities

The allies we didn’t expect

eJewishPhilanthropy

Facing a surge in antisemitism, the Jewish community, traditionally accustomed to self-reliance due to historical necessity, is discovering unexpected allies in Christian groups.

Torah ›

0 Torah Gender/Identity

Explaining Sarah’s Absence: Why Sarah is not Mentioned at the Akeidah

Michael Wolff in Lehrhaus

Exploring the absence of Sarah in the Akeidah narrative of Genesis 22, Michael Wolff examines various Jewish interpretations which question why Sarah was not involved in what is considered a crucial test of faith for Abraham.

0 Torah Ethics

5 Things Vayera Teaches Us About Moral Courage

Rivka Bennun Kay in 18forty

Parshat Vayera presents profound lessons on moral courage, exploring themes of advocacy, resilience, and ethical challenge.

Culture ›

0 Culture Gender/Identity

‘Jewish safety’ isn’t one thing. Let’s stop reducing 1 million New Yorkers to a single concern.

Rachael Fried in JTA

Jewish New Yorkers, numbering about a million, are often essentialized into a singular concern—safety—especially during political campaigns, which neglects the diversity of their identities and issues they face.

Television/Film ›

0 Television/Film Culture

Everything We Know About ‘Nobody Wants This’ Season 3

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

"Nobody Wants This," the Netflix series starring Adam Brody as Rabbi Noah Roklov, has been renewed for a third season, set to possibly premiere in Fall 2026.

0 Television/Film Politics

Israel’s Oscar entry is, once again, about Palestinians

PJ Grisar in Forward

"The Sea," directed by Shai Carmeli-Pollak, is Israel's entry for the 2026 Oscars and tells the poignant story of Khaled, a 12-year-old Palestinian boy who faces numerous challenges to reach the Mediterranean Sea from the West Bank.

0 Television/Film Politics

Controversial Israeli film ‘The Sea’ makes its North American premiere in NYC

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA

"The Sea," directed by Israeli filmmaker Shai Carmeli-Pollak, has made its North American debut at NYC's Marlene Meyerson JCC as part of the Other Israel Film Festival.

0 Television/Film Politics

A Personal Take on the Other Israel Film Festival

Amy Stone in Lilith

The 19th annual Other Israel Film Festival in Manhattan offers a unique platform for Jewish and Palestinian filmmakers to present thought-provoking cinema that sparks dialogue on complex regional issues.

0 Television/Film Culture

This Reform rabbi is one of 456 competitors on Season 2 of Netflix’s ‘Squid Game’

Grace Gilson in JTA

Rabbi Jamie Field, initially inspired by similar reality shows, participated in Netflix's "Squid Game: The Challenge," bringing her Jewish values and rabbinical presence to the competition.

Art ›

0 Art Culture

This German museum's installation demeans Jewish wit

David Zakalik in Forward

The article critiques Mel Bochner's installation "The Joys of Yiddish" at Munich's Haus der Kunst, suggesting it diminishes the richness of the Yiddish language by reducing it to superficial stereotypes.

History ›

0 History Communities

The forgotten pogrom and the fate of Libya’s Jews

eJewishPhilanthropy

The article sheds light on the 1945 pogrom in Libya, a devastating attack on the Jewish community that marked the beginning of the end for one of the world's oldest Jewish populations.

Education ›

0 Education Literature

The Joy of Reading and Re-reading

Ilana Kurshan in Hadassah

Ilana Kurshan explores the transformative experience of transitioning from picture books to chapter books with her son, drawing parallels between this shift and the spiritual journey of perceiving God without physical form.

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