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A rabbinical school turf war brews in Ohio over Hebrew Union College’s assets

Andrew Lapin in Forward

In the wake of Hebrew Union College's (HUC) closure of its Cincinnati campus, a new institution, the College for Contemporary Judaism (CCJ), is vying for control of the campus and other assets, claiming it is better suited to continue the mission of ordaining liberal rabbis in the Midwest.

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NYPD unveils ‘most extensive’ security operation ever for Israel Day Parade as Mamdani skips march

Grace Gilson in JTA

With heightened security concerns, the NYPD is assembling its most extensive operation for the upcoming Israel Day Parade on Fifth Avenue, promising unprecedented counterterrorism measures.

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From Eckstein to Huckabee

Emes Ve-Emunah

This article reflects on the controversial yet pioneering role played by Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein, who sought to build bridges with Evangelical Christians for the benefit of Israel and the Jewish people.

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British Museum postpones a Jewish Culture Month lecture, citing ‘disruption’ concerns

Kelly Hartog in JTA

The British Museum has postponed a planned Jewish Culture Month lecture on 'Ancient Israel and Judah' due to concerns over potential disruptions from attendees set on interfering with the event.

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In Miami, rekindling the Black-Jewish alliance that Clarence Jones insisted never died

Robin Washington in Forward

In Miami, a significant gathering seeks to rekindle the historic Black-Jewish alliance, coinciding with the recent passing of Clarence B. Jones, a pivotal figure in the civil rights movement and the Black-Jewish partnership.

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The story of Canadian Jewry: middle powers, small communities, big impact

eJewishPhilanthropy

Canadian Jewry, like other middle powers, is defined not by size but by its unique perspective and influence, particularly through its smaller communities.

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Jewish group files cease and desist order against Park Slope Food Coop

Jackie Hajdenberg in Forward

A legal dispute has emerged over the Park Slope Food Coop's decision to boycott Israeli products, initiated by pro-Israel activists who filed a cease-and-desist order claiming the vote for the boycott was illegal.

0 Politics Israel

Trump’s JCPOA

Lee Smith in Tablet

Lee Smith's piece on Trump's approach to Iran suggests a worrisome resemblance to the Obama-era Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), but under a facade of being a firmer stance.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Most Montana Democrats running for Rep. Ryan Zinke’s seat slam U.S.-Israel relationship

Marc Rod in Jewish Insider

During the Democratic primary race for Montana's 1st Congressional District seat, controversy has erupted around candidates’ stances on Israel and related accusations of antisemitism.

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Mamdani skips Israel parade, while Jewish NYPD commissioner will march as marshal

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has decided not to attend this year's Celebrate Israel Parade, a departure from tradition, due to his critical stance on Israel, notably referring to the situation in Gaza as a genocide.

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Jewish group files cease and desist order against Park Slope Food Coop for its Israel boycott

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA

The Park Slope Food Coop in Brooklyn has been legally challenged by the National Jewish Advocacy Center for its recent decision to boycott Israeli products, a move reportedly influenced by the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement.

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My university is enabling the Trump administration's worst fallacies on antisemitism

David N. Myers in Forward

David N. Myers critiques the federal lawsuits filed against UCLA for alleged antisemitism, particularly under the influence of Trump-era policies that conflate anti-Israel sentiment with antisemitism.

0 Politics Israel

The Israeli Left learned nothing from October 7th.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

The article critiques the Israeli Left, particularly embodied by the intellectual Yuval Noah Harari, for remaining disconnected from the realities of Israel's security challenges and the sentiments of the broader Israeli public.

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Floyd Mayweather showered cash on Jewish causes — and now he’s suing their ‘Robin Hood’ alleging $175 million got diverted

Louis Keene in Forward

Floyd Mayweather Jr., the famous boxing champion, is embroiled in a $175 million lawsuit against his former financial manager, Jona Rechnitz, alleging significant financial misconduct.

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DSA quietly poised to make inroads in NYC’s congressional delegation

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider

As progressive socialist forces gain momentum within the Democratic Party in New York City, several key congressional races are reflecting a potential ideological shift towards the far left.

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Why Worshipping the Bund Is Bullshit

Debbie Lechtman in Tablet

Debbie Lechtman's article critiques the contemporary revival of Bundist ideology by some Jewish anti-Zionists and intellectuals.

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Brooklyn grocer’s boycott of Israeli products spurs celebration and talk of lawsuits

Hannah Feuer in Forward

The Park Slope Food Coop in Brooklyn has voted to boycott Israeli products, aligning with the Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) movement until Israel changes its policies towards Palestinians.

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Mamdani has made ample efforts for Jews. How come no one is telling that story?

Libby Lenkinski in Forward

Libby Lenkinski critiques the media portrayal of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's relationship with the Jewish community, arguing that it overlooks the genuine connections and positive interactions he has fostered.

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Rome’s Pride parade bars Jewish LGBTQ float over refusal to call Gaza war ‘genocide’

Simone Somekh in Forward

The decision by the Roma Pride organizers to bar a Jewish LGBTQ organization, Keshet Italia, from using a float in this year's parade has sparked significant controversy and accusations of antisemitism.

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The Joy of Hating Jews

Todd Pittinsky in Tablet

Antisemitism has historically been marked by its appeal as an enjoyable group activity rather than just raw hate.

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Antisemitism has become ‘instrumentalized’ and ‘institutionalized’ in politics, media and more, Ted Deutch says

Marc Rod in Jewish Insider

Ted Deutch, CEO of the American Jewish Committee (AJC), discusses the alarming mainstreaming of antisemitism in politics, media, and international institutions ahead of the AJC Global Forum in Washington.

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My School District Posted In Support of Jews. Then, the Antisemitic Comments Started.

Erica Greenfield in Kveller

Erica Greenfield, reflecting on her childhood largely shielded from antisemitism, faces a stark contrast in today's digital age where her children confront prevalent antisemitic sentiments online.

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The Man Who Volunteered for Auschwitz

Wayne Chadburn in Future of Jewish

Witold Pilecki, a Polish war hero, undertook an extraordinary mission during World War II by voluntarily entering Auschwitz to gather intelligence and organize resistance from within the concentration camp.

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Lisa Edelstein Paints Our Jewish Family

Susan Hornik in Hadassah

Actress Lisa Edelstein, renowned for her role in 'House,' merges her artistic and Jewish roots through watercolor paintings displayed alongside her husband's oil works at the Skirball Cultural Center.

History ›

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For the Jews of Venice, an uneasy history of scapegoating and grudging tolerance

Nina Siegal in Forward

The book "The First Ghetto: Venice and the Origins of Modern Antisemitism" by Alexander Lee explores the complex relationship between the Jews of Venice and the city itself, focusing primarily on the economic roles Jews played in society as moneylenders.

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Burnout is driving Jewish early childhood educators out of the field

eJewishPhilanthropy

Burnout among early childhood educators in Jewish settings is a growing concern, exacerbated by longstanding issues of low pay and lack of mental health support, accelerated by the pandemic and rising antisemitism.

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Inspired by a queer Bundist poet, he set her work to music

Miri Villerius in Forward

Avi Fox-Rosen, a prominent composer and musician known for his involvement in Yiddish culture, has released a new album inspired by Irena Klepfisz's renowned poem, "Di rayze aheym."

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In Israel, an Arab-Jewish youth orchestra builds a new ‘East-West’ sound together

Deborah Danan in Forward

The Jerusalem Orchestra East & West's youth program in Tel Aviv, led by conductor Tom Cohen, offers an innovative blend of Eastern and Western musical traditions, fostering cooperation between Arab and Jewish young musicians.

Jewish Law ›

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The Sotah Ritual and Its Implications for Abortion

Noah Gradofsky in Lehrhaus

The article delves into the biblical sotah ritual described in Numbers 5:11-31, examining its implications regarding abortion and the status of a fetus within Jewish law.

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