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Police maintain buffer zone as pro-Palestinian protesters rally outside NYC Israel real estate event

Grace Gilson in JTA

Pro-Palestinian and pro-Israel activists faced off outside a synagogue in Queens, New York, which was hosting an event promoting real estate in a West Bank Jewish city, prompting a strong police presence to maintain order.

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Longtime pro-Israel Democrat Steny Hoyer announces retirement from Congress

Grace Gilson in JTA

Steny Hoyer, a long-serving Democratic member of the U.S. Congress known for his strong pro-Israel stance, has announced his retirement.

0 Politics Antisemitism

What does Marjorie Taylor Greene's break with Trump mean for Jews? Nothing good

Joel Swanson in Forward

Marjorie Taylor Greene's split from Donald Trump is not a sign of her moderation, but rather an alarming shift in far-right politics that could have serious implications for Jewish communities.

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Greenland’s only Jew hears a familiar pattern in Trump’s annexation talk

Simone Saidmehr in Forward

Paul Cohen, possibly Greenland's only Jew, reflects on the impact of President Donald Trump's revived idea of annexing Greenland, recognizing historical patterns from Jewish history.

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Cameron Kasky embodies rising Gen Z Jewish criticism of Israel. Can it get him to Congress?

Joseph Strauss in JTA

Cameron Kasky, a 25-year-old progressive Jewish congressional candidate, is making headlines for his critical stance on Israel, a platform that may resonate with younger Jewish Americans who are increasingly sympathetic to Palestinians.

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Jacob Frey, Minneapolis’ Jewish mayor, returns to the spotlight after ICE shooting in his city

Grace Gilson in Forward

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, a Jewish leader known for his outspoken views and past controversies, made headlines with his fiery address demanding ICE leave the city following a controversial shooting by an ICE agent.

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It’s official: Julie Menin, who has raised concerns with Mamdani, elected first Jewish NYC Council speaker

New York Jewish Week Staff in JTA

Julie Menin has been unanimously elected as the first Jewish Speaker of the New York City Council, marking a significant presence in a city with diverse leadership, including Mayor Zohran Mamdani, the city's first Muslim mayor.

0 Politics Antisemitism

JD Vance continues to minimize right-wing antisemitism as fringe influencers gain ground

Andrew Lapin in JTA

Vice President JD Vance has once again downplayed the presence of antisemitism within conservative ranks, despite growing influence from antisemitic figures like Nick Fuentes, and the platforming of conspiracy theorists like Ian Carroll by prominent conservatives such as Tucker Carlson.

0 Politics Israel

U.S. lawmakers weigh in on fears of Saudi Arabia accommodating Islamists

Marc Rod in Jewish Insider

The article discusses U.S. lawmakers' responses to fears that Saudi Arabia may be shifting towards Islamism, particularly in its conflicts in Yemen and Sudan, and increasing ties with Qatar.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Knesset member from Netanyahu’s party decries ‘new enemy’: Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens

Grace Gilson in Forward

In a recent Knesset address, Likud member Dan Illouz voiced concerns about certain American political commentators, specifically Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens, labeling them as a new internal threat due to their antisemitic rhetoric.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Is Mamdani bad or good for Jews? Here's how not to tell

Emily Tamkin in Forward

Emily Tamkin explores the complex dynamics of New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani's actions concerning antisemitism and Jewish communities.

Communities ›

0 Communities Politics

After years in exile, Venezuelan Jews celebrate the fall of Maduro

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider

Venezuelan Jews in Florida are celebrating the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by the U.S. military, which they see as a long-awaited step towards restoring democracy and stability in their homeland.

0 Communities Leadership

Launch a decade of renewal, now

eJewishPhilanthropy

As the political landscape in the U.S. shifts and American Jewry faces fragmentation, Gidi Grinstein advocates for bold leadership to initiate a decade of renewal by 2026.

0 Communities Jewish Law

American Jewry’s future lies not on the coasts but in its heartland

eJewishPhilanthropy

As American Jewish communities face unprecedented challenges including rising antisemitism and expectations to distance from Israel, there is a pressing need to broaden focus beyond the coastal metropolitan hubs to smaller communities in America's heartland.

0 Communities Antisemitism

We need to talk about Jewish mental health.

Nachum Kaplan in Future of Jewish

Diaspora Jews are experiencing heightened levels of anxiety and stress due to increased antisemitism following the October 7th attacks.

Culture ›

0 Culture Politics

5 Israeli Habits That Will Change Your Life

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Joshua Hoffman shares transformative habits he acquired after moving to Israel, highlighting cultural nuances that redefine interactions with politics, authority, and moral dilemmas.

0 Culture Literature

‘Faust’ author Goethe’s fascination with Yiddish

Dan Slobin in Forward

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, renowned for works like "Faust," was significantly influenced by Jewish culture and language during his upbringing in Frankfurt am Main.

Art ›

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The Jewish Women Who Pioneered Photography as Art

Jessica Kasmer-Jacobs in Hadassah

The exhibition "2020: A Lens of Her Own" at the ANU-Museum of the Jewish People in Tel Aviv highlights the significant contributions of Jewish women photographers from the early to mid-20th century, restoring their status as pioneers in the art of photography.

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This Jewish artist fought Nazis with a paintbrush, when art like his still mattered

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA

Arthur Szyk, a Polish-born Jewish artist, utilized his art as a powerful medium against tyranny, particularly during World War II.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Education

Cooper Union settles antisemitism case with 10 Jewish students who were barricaded in library after Oct. 7

Andrew Lapin in Forward

Cooper Union in New York City has settled a Title VI antisemitic discrimination case, providing restitution to ten Jewish students who were barricaded in the school's library by protesters after the October 7, 2023, attacks in Israel.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Following pressure from Jewish leaders, Australian PM Anthony Albanese announces inquiry into Bondi attack

Grace Gilson in Forward

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a Royal Commission inquiry into last month's antisemitic attack at a Hanukkah celebration on Bondi Beach, which resulted in 15 deaths and dozens of injuries.

0 Antisemitism History

Why Hatred Follows the Jewish People—and What It Means

Shmuel Phillips in 18forty

Exploring the persistent presence of antisemitism through the lens of Jewish history and theology, Shmuel Phillips articulates how this phenomenon aligns with the covenant between God and Abraham.

0 Antisemitism Communities

From Bondi Beach to the next crisis: Why the first hour matters

eJewishPhilanthropy

The article highlights the swift and coordinated response of the Jewish Agency for Israel following a deadly terror attack at Bondi Beach during Hanukkah, emphasizing the importance of immediate action in crisis situations.

0 Antisemitism Politics

British Jewish groups call for resignation of police chief who banned Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from soccer match

Grace Gilson in Forward

British Jewish organizations, including the Board of Deputies of British Jews and the Jewish Leadership Council, are demanding the resignation of West Midlands Police chief constable Craig Guildford.

Music ›

0 Music Politics

Bob Dylan warned us about guys like Stephen Miller

Seth Rogovoy in Forward

Seth Rogovoy explores the uncanny resonance between Bob Dylan's 1983 album "Infidels" and contemporary political figures like Stephen Miller.

Jewish Law ›

0 Jewish Law Culture

What a Phish concert taught me about being a better rabbi

Rabbi Jonathan Leener in JTA

Rabbi Jonathan Leener reflects on attending a Phish concert and the insights it provided for enhancing the synagogue experience.

0 Jewish Law Communities

The Conservative movement eased its stance on intermarriage. Here’s why I am quitting its rabbis’ union anyway.

Rabbi Ari Y. Saks in JTA

Rabbi Ari Y. Saks articulates his decision to resign from the Rabbinical Assembly despite the Conservative movement's recent efforts to accommodate interfaith marriages.

Television/Film ›

0 Television/Film Culture

The Most Anticipated Jewish Shows of 2026

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

2026 promises a slate of engaging Jewish-themed television series, characterized by returning favorites, new adaptations, and fresh projects featuring Jewish actors.

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