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for Sunday, January 4, 2026

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Politics ›

0 Politics Ethics

Maduro Abducted

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook

Peter Beinart reflects on the U.S. government's actions regarding Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, drawing parallels to his own past support for the Iraq War.

0 Politics Israel

2026 is the year Israel will regain its dominance.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

The article outlines predictions for Israel in the year 2026, emphasizing its resilience despite numerous challenges.

0 Politics Communities

The people Iran's regime fears most are standing with Israel.

Nicole Lampert in Future of Jewish

Iranian dissidents in the UK have become vocal advocates for Israel, highlighting their shared opposition to extremist Islam.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Israel

As a Jewish parent, this is what keeps me up at night.

Leo Pearlman in Future of Jewish

Leo Pearlman, co-CEO of Fulwell Entertainment, reflects on the events of 2025, highlighting the dual challenges of overt antisemitism and the more insidious delegitimization of Israel.

Communities ›

0 Communities Education

When You’re Our Age, You Have Nothing

Lauren Hakimi in New Voices

This reflective narrative explores the complexities of friendship, competition, and identity among high school seniors navigating college admissions.

Leadership ›

0 Leadership Communities

Michele Weiss and Justin Brasch mark milestones as first Orthodox Jewish mayors in their cities

Grace Gilson in JTA

Michele Weiss and Justin Brasch have recently made history as the first Orthodox Jewish mayors in their respective cities of University Heights, Ohio, and White Plains, New York.