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Rabbi Rick Jacobs discusses the intersection of Jewish values and progressive American Judaism amid the political complexities of Israel's Gaza conflict and ...

The Jewish Chronicle highlights a distressing incident where the Metropolitan Police initially refused to take action against an imam's public prayer calling...

Canada has released a new government-issued handbook to define and help combat antisemitism, using the IHRA definition as a framework. The handbook is design...

Liel Leibovitz discusses his political transformation after defending Dr. Sebastian Gorka, who was accused of being a Nazi by some media outlets. Together, t...

Liel Leibovitz reflects on his political journey from liberalism to embracing right-wing politics, catalyzed by defending Sebastian Gorka against baseless ac...

The piece discusses the implications of Israel's recent airstrike on a critical Iranian facility involved in nuclear development. The Israelis are contemplat...

In a controversial move, over 55 centrist and progressive Jewish organizations have united in opposition to the Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on Am...

Natan Slifkin reflects on his past views regarding the avoidance of military service by charedi Jews, questioning the theological justification for exempting...

Donald Trump has appointed real estate mogul Steve Witkoff as his Middle East envoy, a surprising choice due to Witkoff's lack of diplomatic experience. Know...

Campus protests against Hillel, organized by groups like Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP), have intensified as anti-Israel sentiment persists on U.S. ...

In Chapel Hill, North Carolina, a public banner featuring a keffiyeh has sparked controversy among local Jews who view it as a symbol of support for Hamas an...

Maj. (res.) Doron Spielman discusses the ongoing conflict involving Hamas and the critical need for Hamas to acknowledge their defeat to facilitate the relea...

The article explores the potential for a ceasefire in Israel's conflict with Hezbollah in Lebanon, contrasting it with the ongoing hostilities in Gaza. The a...

Dr. Mark Hyman, a prominent Jewish physician known for promoting functional medicine and dietary supplements, was instrumental in supporting Robert F. Kenned...

The article discusses the potential revival of the Trump peace plan, detailed by Jared Kushner, which intended to establish a two-state solution between Isra...

In a discussion with Eylon Levy, Major (res.) Doron Spielman criticizes the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) for their passive stance and ine...

Nadine Epstein, Editor of Moment Magazine, discusses the shifting social and political landscape affecting the American Jewish community and beyond. Touching...

The debate regarding term limits for U.S. Supreme Court justices is explored through interviews with legal scholars David Tatel and Noah Feldman. Tatel cauti...

The Commentary Magazine Podcast discusses Trump's controversial cabinet picks, Donald Trump's policy on transgender rights and its political implications. Th...

In an interview with Eylon Levy, Major (res.) Doron Spielman discusses the significant limitations imposed on international journalists reporting from Lebano...

Amir Elstein argues that while the international outpouring of philanthropic aid provided critical relief following the Hamas attacks on October 7, 2023, the...

Daniel Sokatch, CEO of the New Israel Fund, critiques H.R. 9495, a bill in the U.S. Congress that aims to revoke the tax-exempt status of nonprofits deemed t...

David Josef Volodzko argues that the underlying issue in Palestinian society is a culture of hatred that surpasses the genocidal tendencies of Nazi Germany. ...

The episode addresses the grave situation of Israeli hostages in Gaza, outlining their neglect and the political complexities surrounding their release. It h...

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi delve into the humanitarian and political complexities surrounding Israeli hostages held by Hamas in Gaza, criticizing...

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi discuss the ongoing crisis of the 410-day war in Gaza, focusing on the plight of hostages who are suffering under extr...

American Christian Zionists, strongly supportive of Israel, play a significant role in shaping U.S. policy towards Israel, as exemplified by figures like Vic...

Former US President Donald Trump's potential return to office could significantly impact US-Iran relations. Known for a tough stance against Tehran, Trump's ...

Toby Young critiques the disparate treatment by UK law enforcement in handling antisemitic and Islamophobic offenses. He highlights cases where antisemitic s...

Progressive Jewish groups, led by J Street, are supporting Senate resolutions introduced by Sen. Bernie Sanders that aim to block arms sales to Israel, refle...

Rep. Jake Auchincloss (D-MA) emphasizes the importance of U.S. foreign policy focusing on disrupting the Iran-China relationship rather than prioritizing Sau...

Joshua Hoffman critiques the perception of Israeli settlers as the primary impediment to peace in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. He argues that despite me...

In a discussion with Eylon Levy, Major (res.) Doron Spielman explores the potential impact Hezbollah could have had during the October 7th incident, emphasiz...

Television ads and mailers targeting Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer painted him as opposing the Antisemitism Awareness Act, which seeks to classify ant...

A Republican-linked group, the Florence Avenue Initiative, launched a $2 million ad campaign against Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer for allegedly oppos...

In a recent political controversy, the Florence Avenue Initiative, a shadowy group linked to a GOP firm, invested heavily in a media campaign targeting Senat...

Amidst an ongoing and painful international crisis, Cindy Scarr reflects on her personal ritual of counting the days that Israeli and American hostages have ...

As Donald Trump prepares for his second term in office, he has swiftly announced appointments with a clear pro-Israel stance, including a team labeled Israel...

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, embroiled in a complex battle with the country's legal system, claims to be the target of a political witch hunt. ...

In a recent discussion with Eylon Levy, IDF Major (res.) Doron Spielman shared insights into Hezbollah's reaction to Israeli Defense Forces' operations in so...

Project 2025 and Project Esther, by the conservative Heritage Foundation, focus on addressing antisemitism by targeting pro-Palestinian groups and progressiv...

President-elect Donald Trump has announced billionaire financier Howard Lutnick, a prominent figure in Trump's transition team, as his nominee for commerce s...

President-elect Donald Trump is anticipated to nominate Howard Lutnick, a Jewish billionaire financier and co-chair of Trump's transition team, as commerce s...

Amy Bach, a lawyer and journalist, has driven significant change in the U.S. justice system by emphasizing the importance of data for accountability. Her non...

Ruth Zacharin discusses how Massachusetts has become a leader in gun safety through legislative advocacy, community-based approaches, and comprehensive data ...

The podcast analyzes Donald Trump's wavering support for Matt Gaetz's nomination and explores the implications for other controversial nominees, as well as s...

Doron Spielman shares his experiences of taking journalists into Lebanon under cover of darkness, providing a unique insight into the realities faced by sold...

Shlomo Levin, a retired rabbi with a human rights law background, critiques the current international law framework, arguing it inadequately addresses confli...

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's engagement with Russia for a ceasefire involving Hezbollah is criticized due to Russia's close ties with Iran. Ksenia Svet...

In a lavish Midtown Manhattan venue, prominent Jewish supporters of Donald Trump celebrated his victory amidst ongoing controversies surrounding his appointm...