JL;DR

Daily Podcasts Video Research

for Sunday, February 1, 2026

Communities ›

0 Communities Culture

I’m not Jewish, but I love Israel — and I’m not ashamed to say it.

Liv Layne in Future of Jewish

Liv Layne, a Christian writer, shares her profound affection for Israel and its people, despite not having Jewish or Israeli heritage.

0 Communities Politics

With the last hostage released, is American Jewish unity over?

Rob Eshman in Forward

The release and return of Israeli hostages held in Gaza has brought a poignant end to a period of unity among American Jews, despite their varied views on Israel's military actions.

Israel ›

0 Israel Politics

They curse the Zionists — and then use our innovation.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

The article explores the paradox where Israel's technological innovations are widely utilized globally, sometimes even by those who criticize the nation's policies and existence.

Politics ›

0 Politics Antisemitism

Yoram Hazony’s antisemitism speech sparks pushback from former aide and Jewish conservatives

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA

Yoram Hazony, a key figure in national conservatism, has sparked a broader debate among Jewish conservatives following his recent comments on antisemitism within the American right.

0 Politics Israel

Attacking Iran is more complicated than most people realize.

Vanessa Berg in Future of Jewish

Vanessa Berg's essay delves into the complexities of initiating military action against Iran, highlighting the intricate geopolitical, economic, and strategic dilemmas involved.

0 Politics Israel

Diplomatic ties fray further as South Africa and Israel kick out each other’s envoys

Grace Gilson in JTA

The diplomatic relationship between South Africa and Israel has deteriorated further following the mutual expulsion of each other's top envoys.

0 Politics Communities

How a law used to protect synagogues is now being deployed against ICE protesters and journalists

Hannah Feuer in Forward

The Trump administration's use of the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act (FACE), a law traditionally protecting abortion clinics from interference, has expanded to address disruptions at religious sites.

0 Politics Leadership

Daniel Rosen, Minnesota’s US attorney in hot seat over ICE, won confirmation in part on the strength of his Jewish leadership

Andrew Lapin in JTA

Daniel Rosen, Minnesota's U.S. Attorney, finds himself in a challenging position as controversies arise over the Justice Department's investigations of the deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti, amidst criticism of Rosen's office for potentially politicizing its actions.