JL;DR

Daily Podcasts Video Research

for Sunday, April 12, 2026

Politics ›

0 Politics Israel

The Zionist Question of Our Time: What now becomes possible?

Avi Mayer in Future of Jewish

Avi Mayer's essay reflects on the current geopolitical dynamics following a two-week pause in the Middle Eastern conflict, primarily focusing on Iran's expanding military capabilities and its implications for regional security.

0 Politics Israel

Viktor Orbán may fall. Netanyahu should be next

Dan Perry in Forward

This analysis draws parallels between Hungary's political climate under Viktor Orbán and Israel's under Benjamin Netanyahu, highlighting how Orban's potential electoral defeat could signal a shift for Netanyahu.

0 Politics Communities

Many Hungarian Jews credit Viktor Orban for keeping them safe. But will they vote for him?

Philissa Cramer in JTA

As Hungary faces pivotal parliamentary elections, the Jewish community finds itself conflicted over Prime Minister Viktor Orban, an authoritarian leader who has maintained a complex relationship with the community.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Dan Bilzerian wants to ‘kill Israelis’ and thinks Judaism is ‘terrible.’ Now he’s running for Congress.

Joseph Strauss in JTA

Dan Bilzerian, a social media influencer known for his controversial views and antisemitic rhetoric, has entered the political fray by running for Congress against Rep. Randy Fine in Florida's 6th district.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Hungary is poised to topple an authoritarian leader. American Jews have something to learn

Emily Tamkin in Forward

As Hungary's Viktor Orbán faces a possibility of electoral defeat, Emily Tamkin explores the lessons American Jews can learn from his authoritarian rule, which has been marked by the strategic use of antisemitism.

0 Politics Israel

Iran’s deadliest weapon was never on the target list.

Guy Goldstein in Future of Jewish

Guy Goldstein's essay examines the Iranian regime's potent use of cognitive warfare as a significant weapon against Western military efforts.

0 Politics History

Eliot Engel, longtime NY congressman whose defeat augured a swell of anti-Israel sentiment, dies at 79

Grace Gilson in JTA

Eliot Engel, a prominent Jewish Democrat and pro-Israel advocate, has died at 79.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Culture

The New Face of Antisemitism in Europe

Jonny Gould in Future of Jewish

Jonny Gould's essay details a disturbing encounter with a cab driver in Barcelona, revealing the persistent and unbridled antisemitism that can exist within European cities, often masked by everyday normalcy.