People of the Pod
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AJC Passport: Why the Women’s March Can’t Quit Farrakhan
16 Mar 2018
Tamika Mallory's association with Louis Farrakhan, a known anti-Semite, has sparked criticism toward the Womens March movement she co-chairs. Despite the mov...
16 Mar 2018
Forward
Jewish Rebels Once Dreamed Of Peace On Earth. What Could Possibly Go Wrong?
9 Mar 2018
The article discusses the historical connection between Jewish ideals of peace and early 20th-century Jewish involvement in communism, particularly in the co...
9 Mar 2018
People of the Pod
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AJC Passport: The Rising Tide of Anti-Semitism
2 Mar 2018
In a recent AJC Passport discussion, Ira Forman, former Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism at the U.S. State Department, highlighted the ongoi...
2 Mar 2018
Forward
American-Israeli Teen Accused Of JCC Bomb Threats Indicted For Hate Crimes
1 Mar 2018
Michael Kadar, a 19-year-old American-Israeli man, has been indicted for federal hate crimes for making hundreds of bomb threats to Jewish community centers ...
1 Mar 2018
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Meyer Habib
28 Feb 2018
Meyer Habib, a French politician of Tunisian descent, is a strong advocate for French Jews, especially in issues related to professional qualifications recog...
28 Feb 2018
Tablet
In France, Furor Over a Muslim Reality Show Star Reveals Deeper Tensions
16 Feb 2018
The article discusses the controversy surrounding Mennel Ibstissem, a Muslim contestant on the French version of The Voice, who faced backlash over her past ...
16 Feb 2018
Lehrhaus
A Game by Any Other Name
15 Feb 2018
Selling under the guise of wholesome fun, "Pharisees: The Party Game" by Kenny and Elle Campbell has raised eyebrows for its troubling content. The game, ins...
15 Feb 2018
Forward
Unattended Package Left At Pittsburgh JCC Detonated By Police
12 Feb 2018
An unattended package found at a Pittsburgh-area Jewish Community Center led to a controlled detonation by the police, causing a temporary closure of the cen...
12 Feb 2018
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A Sea of Blood at the Met
8 Feb 2018
The Metropolitan Opera presents Wagner's "Parsifal" in a controversial production featuring a sea of blood on stage during the second act. This interpretatio...
8 Feb 2018
Forward
Why Did This Congressman Give A Holocaust Denier A State Of The Union Ticket?
4 Feb 2018
U.S. Representative Matt Gaetz (R-FL) faced criticism for granting a State of the Union ticket to Chuck Johnson, a far-right troll known for Holocaust denial...
4 Feb 2018
Forward
What Is Atomwaffen Division, The Nazi Group Tied To The Murder Of Blaze Bernstein?
2 Feb 2018
Atomwaffen Division, the neo-Nazi group to which Samuel Lincoln Woodward, charged with the murder of Jewish student Blaze Bernstein, belonged, stands out as ...
2 Feb 2018
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Alt-Right Publication Accuses Jews of Attempting to Indoctrinate America’s Young Via Subversive Children’s Books
2 Feb 2018
An alt-right publication, The Unz Review, accused Jews of trying to indoctrinate American children through subversive children's books, referencing the dispr...
2 Feb 2018
Forward
Blaze Bernstein Murder Suspect Belonged To “Atomwaffen”
28 Jan 2018
Samuel Woodward, the suspect in the murder of Blaze Bernstein, was a member of the neo-Nazi group Atomwaffen Division, known for its extremist ideology and g...
28 Jan 2018
People of the Pod
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AJC Passport: Germany and Austria Respond to the Far-Right
24 Jan 2018
In 2017, far-right parties like Germany's Alternative for Germany (AfD) and Austria's Freedom Party (FP) gained significant electoral success fueled by anti-...
24 Jan 2018
People of the Pod
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AJC Passport: Hyper Cacher - Three Years Later
24 Jan 2018
Three years after an Islamist terrorist attack on the Hyper Cacher kosher supermarket in Paris, which resulted in the murder of four Jews, AJC Passport explo...
24 Jan 2018
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Miloš Zeman and the Czech Tradition of Supporting Israel When It Matters
22 Jan 2018
Czech President Milo Zeman's support for Israel, following a tradition that began with the country's founding president Thomas Masaryk, who championed Jewish...
22 Jan 2018
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King Ubu, Trump’s Dadaist Precursor
19 Jan 2018
Donald Trump's behavior, particularly his controversial statements and demeanor, is likened to the character of Ubu Roi from a French play by Alfred Jarry, k...
19 Jan 2018
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On Roy Moore and His Friends
15 Dec 2017
The author reflects on reclaiming the term "Jew" in public discourse, noting the unequal treatment compared to terms like "Christian." The discomfort arises ...
15 Dec 2017
Forward
‘Star Wars’ is influenced by the Nazis — and it fails to hold them accountable
10 Dec 2017
Noah Berlatsky critiques how the Star Wars franchise draws on Nazi imagery and symbolism while failing to address the specific ideologies that made Nazism pa...
10 Dec 2017
Lehrhaus
Racism Redux
5 Dec 2017
The author discusses the issue of racism within religious texts and communities, highlighting that while some scholars argue that Rabbinic Judaism is not inh...
5 Dec 2017
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Forcefully Opposing Anti-Semitism Must Be a Core Principle of the Movement to Combat White Supremacy
4 Dec 2017
The text emphasizes the need to forcefully oppose anti-Semitism as a core principle in combating white supremacy. It discusses the prevalence of anti-Semitis...
4 Dec 2017
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Is It OK to Be White?
28 Nov 2017
The question "Is it OK to be white?" has been raised in various contexts, sparking debates and controversies. Originating from online forums like 4Chan, the ...
28 Nov 2017
Forward
Actually, Steve Bannon Is Not An Anti-Semite. He’s Something Worse.
22 Nov 2017
Peter Beinart argues that Steve Bannon, often accused of anti-Semitism, is more culpable for his overt Islamophobia and support of nationalist policies that ...
22 Nov 2017
Tel Aviv Review
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Left-Handed Compliments: Anti-Semitic Discourse Among 'Progressives'
17 Nov 2017
Dr. David Hirsh, a sociologist at Goldsmith's, University of London, explores the rise of anti-Semitic attitudes within socialist and progressive groups in h...
17 Nov 2017
Forward
Manischewitz CEO Receives Anti-Defamation League Award
13 Nov 2017
David Sugarman, the CEO of the Manischewitz Company, was recently recognized with the Americanism Award at the Anti-Defamation League's Annual Gala Celebrati...
13 Nov 2017
Lehrhaus
Racism and Religious Particularism: A Corrective Antidote
13 Nov 2017
The essay delves into the issue of racism within Judaism, exploring how religious particularism can contribute to prejudicial attitudes and xenophobia. It di...
13 Nov 2017
Tablet
France’s Fatal Failure to Stop Mohamed Merah’s Killing Spree
10 Nov 2017
The text explores the complex familial dynamics and radicalization of Mohamed Merah, who was responsible for a killing spree in France in 2012. It highlights...
10 Nov 2017
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Night Falls: German Jews React to Hitler’s Rise to Power
9 Nov 2017
When Hitler rose to power in 1933, German Jews, who numbered 535,000, faced increasing violence and discrimination as the Nazi regime implemented anti-Jewish...
9 Nov 2017
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The Merah Family’s Islamist Insanity
9 Nov 2017
In 2012, Mohamed Merah, supported by his brother Abdelkader, carried out a series of killings in Toulouse, France, which included soldiers and Jewish childre...
9 Nov 2017
Forward
Broker Says Morgan Stanley Fired Him For Having Hasidic Clients
8 Nov 2017
Michael Pellegrino, a stockbroker, alleges that Morgan Stanley terminated him for pursuing Hasidic clients, claiming his bosses at the firm disparaged Hasidi...
8 Nov 2017
Forward
Bill Sparked By JCC Threats Would Raise Penalties For Targeting Religious Institutions
3 Nov 2017
A bill aimed at enhancing penalties for threats on religious institutions, sparked by a series of threats on Jewish community centers, has been advanced by a...
3 Nov 2017
Forward
When Martin Luther Accused The Jews Of Eating Satan’s S—-
31 Oct 2017
Five hundred years ago, Martin Luther spearheaded the Protestant Reformation with criticisms against the Roman Catholic church, yet his views on Jews turned ...
31 Oct 2017
Forward
How Nazis Used Martin Luther’s Virulent Anti-Semitism
20 Oct 2017
A museum exhibition in Berlin sheds light on how the Nazis manipulated Martin Luther's anti-Semitic writings to advance their agenda, particularly showcasing...
20 Oct 2017
Forward
Who Is White Nationalist Leader Richard Spencer?
19 Oct 2017
Richard Spencer is a prominent figure in white nationalist circles, known for promoting a white ethno-state in the United States. Despite not fitting the ste...
19 Oct 2017
Forward
Why Is This Jewish Politician First In Line For Money From ‘Alt-Right’ Conspiracy Theorists?
16 Oct 2017
Josh Mandel, a U.S. Senate candidate from Ohio, has accepted the first endorsement from a new Super PAC called #REV18 created by alt-right conspiracy theoris...
16 Oct 2017
Forward
How Obama Was Our Most Jewish President — And Trump Our Least
28 Sep 2017
The article discusses the contrasting approaches of Presidents Obama and Trump towards Jewish values and perspectives. It highlights Obama's empathy and conn...
28 Sep 2017
Forward
The Real Lesson Of The Yom Kippur War
26 Sep 2017
The author reflects on her experience during the Yom Kippur War in 1973, highlighting the personal and societal impacts of the conflict in Israel. She discus...
26 Sep 2017
Jewish Review of Books
Perish the Thought
18 Sep 2017
Bruno Chaouat's book, "Is Theory Good for the Jews?" critically examines how postmodern theorists in Europe and America have often failed to effectively addr...
18 Sep 2017
Jewish Review of Books
The Lowells and the Jews
18 Sep 2017
The article discusses the complex relationship between the Lowell family, Harvard University, and the Jewish community. It delves into the conflicting views ...
18 Sep 2017
Jewish Review of Books
“Where They Have Burned Books, They Will End Up Burning People”
18 Sep 2017
Heinrich Heine's prophetic statement, "Where they have burned books, they will end up burning people," is now engraved on the Bibliotek memorial in Berlin, c...
18 Sep 2017
Jewish Review of Books
Joseph the Righteous
18 Sep 2017
Joseph Sss Oppenheimer, a court Jew in 18th-century Germany, faced a tumultuous rise and fall that culminated in a trial and execution in 1737-1738. Yair Min...
18 Sep 2017
Jewish Review of Books
Patriotism and Its Discontents
18 Sep 2017
"The Patriots" by Sana Krasikov is a novel that follows the life of Florence Fein, an American Jew who moves to the USSR seeking a just society but ends up d...
18 Sep 2017
Promised Podcast
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The “Keeping Up With the Netanyahus” Edition
14 Sep 2017
On the podcast episode "Keeping Up With the Netanyahus," the hosts Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Charlotte Hall delve into the controversies surrounding the...
14 Sep 2017
Forward
The Top 10 Moments That Mattered To Jews In 5777
13 Sep 2017
In the Jewish year 5777, notable moments included Bob Dylan winning the Nobel Prize in Literature, the UN criticizing Israeli settlements with the US abstain...
13 Sep 2017
Tel Aviv Review
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TLV1 Extra: Unconventional Views on Current Events
8 Sep 2017
David Benkof, a conservative Republican gay Orthodox Jewish columnist, shares his unique perspective on current events, discussing his vote for Hillary Clint...
8 Sep 2017
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Businessman Who Once ‘Counted Jews’ For Nixon Tapped By Trump For Smithsonian Board
30 Aug 2017
Fred Malek, a controversial figure due to his involvement in Richard Nixon's directive to list Jewish government employees, was nominated by President Donald...
30 Aug 2017
Israel Policy Pod
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The Sound of Silence: Netanyahu and the Condemnation that Wasn't
25 Aug 2017
Alon Pinkas discusses Netanyahu's failure to condemn anti-Semitism and its impact on Israel-diaspora relations with Eli Kowaz and Noa Shusterman in an episod...
25 Aug 2017
Israel Policy Pod
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The Sound of Silence: Netanyahu and the Condemnation that Wasn't
25 Aug 2017
The episode discusses Prime Minister Netanyahu's controversial silence following the Charlottesville protest, sparking tension between Israel and the Jewish ...
25 Aug 2017
Forward
Billy Joel Wears Yellow Star Of David At Madison Square Garden Concert
22 Aug 2017
In a bold and somber gesture, musician Billy Joel donned the yellow Star of David during his Madison Square Garden concert, marking a rare political statemen...
22 Aug 2017
Forward
Why These 5 Statues Of Rabid Anti-Semites Are Still Standing
18 Aug 2017
The text discusses the ongoing debate surrounding statues of individuals with a history of oppressing specific groups, particularly focusing on monuments to ...
18 Aug 2017