18 Questions, 40 Israeli Thinkers
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Nechumi Yaffe: 'I hate the idea that we are being killed and need to kill'
4 Nov 2024
Nechumi Yaffe, a Haredi woman deeply involved in Israel's Religious Left, discusses the complex intersection of her identities and her role in Israeli social...
4 Nov 2024
Tel Aviv Review
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The Importance of Being Formally Educated
4 Nov 2024
Dr. Tammy Hoffman discusses how public education in Israel can counteract the erosion of democratic norms and the adverse effects of social media. She highli...
4 Nov 2024
Israel: State of a Nation
Anti-Israel activists are creating an unsafe environment in Australia
4 Nov 2024
Josh Frydenberg, former Treasurer of Australia, has voiced concerns regarding the increasing animosity against Israel within Australian communities, which he...
4 Nov 2024
Haaretz Weekly
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'If Trump wins, many Democrats will blame Israel': U.S. election special with Susan Glasser
4 Nov 2024
The 2024 U.S. presidential election could significantly impact Israel and U.S.-Israel relations, especially with Kamala Harris and Donald Trump bringing diff...
4 Nov 2024
TEXTing
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The Ruling Authorities
4 Nov 2024
Elana Stein Hain and Leora Batnitzky explore musings from Pirkei Avot regarding the function and necessity of government, particularly in the context of elec...
4 Nov 2024
Decision Points
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Post-Sinwar: Hostages, Succession & Thwarting Hamas Revival
4 Nov 2024
The assassination of Yahya Sinwar, a key leader in Hamas, marks a significant change in the power dynamics within the organization and poses challenges for b...
4 Nov 2024
JTA
Why Trump is being compared to the obscure biblical king Jehu on the Christian right
4 Nov 2024
Jonathan Cahn, a prominent evangelical pastor, has likened Donald Trump to the biblical King Jehu, known for overthrowing the house of Ahab in the Kingdom of...
4 Nov 2024
Jewish Insider
Trump, Republicans court Arab-American voters in the final stretch of the campaign
4 Nov 2024
In a strategic shift, Republicans, led by figures like Donald Trump and Mike Rogers, are aggressively courting Arab-American voters in Michigan, emphasizing ...
4 Nov 2024
Jewish Insider
Howard Lutnick, the pro-Israel champion leading Trump’s transition team
4 Nov 2024
Howard Lutnick, chairman and CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, has become a high-profile booster for Donald Trump's potential second term. Once maintaining a low pol...
4 Nov 2024
Forward
‘Rabbi rebellion’: 33 Orthodox rabbis endorse Harris
3 Nov 2024
In a surprising move, 33 Orthodox rabbis in the U.S. publicly endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris, diverging from the Orthodox community's usual Republican...
3 Nov 2024
Forward
5 questions and answers on Jewish voters and candidates as Election Day approaches
3 Nov 2024
Jewish voters and candidates hold significant influence in the approaching U.S. elections. Despite being only 2% of the electorate, Jewish votes are pivotal ...
3 Nov 2024
Forward
‘I’m an American, but I’m also Jewish’: How Yeshiva University women are voting for president
3 Nov 2024
As the 2024 U.S. presidential election approaches, many Orthodox Jewish women at Yeshiva University's Stern College face a complex voting decision. The compe...
3 Nov 2024
Between The Lines
Scoop! Nightmare On Pennsylvania Avenue
3 Nov 2024
This satirical piece by Gary Rosenblatt imagines a scenario where former President Donald Trump attempts to cancel Election Day and immediately assume office...
3 Nov 2024
Emes Ve-Emunah
The Enemy Within and Winning the War
3 Nov 2024
This piece critically examines recent comments made by Amos Schocken, the publisher of Haaretz, which have sparked controversy for framing Palestinian terror...
3 Nov 2024
Israel: State of a Nation
For many anti-Israel protesters, Israel's existence is sufficient justification for violence
3 Nov 2024
Former Australian Treasurer Josh Frydenberg asserts that a significant portion of anti-Israel protesters view the very existence of Israel as enough reason t...
3 Nov 2024
JTA
Meet two rabbis who are trying to fight ‘toxic polarization’ — one Jewish text at a time
3 Nov 2024
Rabbis Michael Holzman and Rachel Schmelkin are working to combat the toxic polarization in American society using Jewish texts and values. Through initiativ...
3 Nov 2024
Rationalist Judaism
No Sense of Shame
3 Nov 2024
Natan Slifkin criticizes the charedi community for its lack of participation in Israel's national defense and its absence of compensatory acts of chesed. Sli...
3 Nov 2024
Forward
Trump says mass deportations will ease the housing crisis. We've seen that before — under the Nazis in France
3 Nov 2024
Nina Bernstein explores the parallels between Donald Trump's proposed mass deportation policies as a solution to housing shortages and a similar approach tak...
3 Nov 2024
Future of Jewish
Antisemitism is killing the progressive movement.
2 Nov 2024
Benjamin Kerstein critiques the progressive movement for its alleged deepening of antisemitism, suggesting this may be a significant factor in its political ...
2 Nov 2024
Future of Jewish
The Art of Israeli Apathy
2 Nov 2024
Israeli society is characterized by its fiercely opinionated nature, with citizens frequently engaging in spirited debates on everything from politics to dai...
2 Nov 2024
Future of Jewish
The Official United Nations Dictionary (Parody)
1 Nov 2024
Daniel Clarke-Serret's satirical article critiques the perceived bias and ineffectiveness of the United Nations, particularly in its treatment of Israel and ...
1 Nov 2024
JTA
How rabbis in battleground states are approaching a razor-close election with enormous implications for Jews and for Israel
1 Nov 2024
Amid a highly contentious U.S. election, rabbis in battleground states face the challenge of guiding their communities through political polarization while m...
1 Nov 2024
JTA
Woman charged with vandalizing Rep. Adriano Espaillat’s Manhattan office, which displays Israeli hostage posters
1 Nov 2024
A woman, Brittany Hale, has been charged with vandalizing the Manhattan office of Rep. Adriano Espaillat, which displays posters of Israeli hostages held by ...
1 Nov 2024
JTA
‘I’m an American, but I’m also Jewish’: How Orthodox women in college are voting for president
1 Nov 2024
As the presidential election approaches, many Orthodox Jewish women at Stern College for Women find themselves torn between prioritizing abortion rights and ...
1 Nov 2024
The Beinart Notebook
Ruwa Romman and Rania Batrice
1 Nov 2024
Ruwa Romman, a Democratic State Representative from Georgia, reflects on the challenges and implications of a Trump presidency as the election cycle conclude...
1 Nov 2024
Forward
When colleges shut down their ‘Gaza solidarity sukkahs,’ they prompted debates over anti-Zionist Jewish observance
1 Nov 2024
A series of Gaza solidarity sukkahs, constructed by anti-Zionist Jewish groups on university campuses like Northwestern and NYU during the 2024 Sukkot holida...
1 Nov 2024
Forward
I was a Bernie supporter. This year, I'm voting Trump. Here's why liberal Jews like me made the switch
1 Nov 2024
Shabbos Kestenbaum, once a staunch supporter of Bernie Sanders and left-wing politics, explains his shift to voting for Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential...
1 Nov 2024
JTA
How ‘Gaza solidarity sukkahs’ became a flashpoint for debates about anti-Zionist Jewish observance
1 Nov 2024
The article explores the controversial emergence of "Gaza Solidarity Sukkahs" built by anti-Zionist Jewish groups in the U.S. during Sukkot. These sukkahs, m...
1 Nov 2024
JTA
This Jewish actor made a ‘reality film’ about his not-quite real campaign for NYC Council
1 Nov 2024
Zack Weiner, a Jewish actor and screenwriter, turned his unlikely campaign for a New York City Council seat into a "reality movie" titled "Citizen Weiner." T...
1 Nov 2024
Forward
This is not an endorsement for Kamala Harris — or Donald Trump
1 Nov 2024
Jodi Rudoren reflects on the fading tradition of newspaper political endorsements in light of recent decisions by the owners of major outlets like The Washin...
1 Nov 2024
Israel: State of a Nation
Israel is fighting a genocidal enemy
1 Nov 2024
In a compelling discussion, Josh Frydenberg, the former Treasurer of Australia, highlights the existential threat faced by Israel from groups he identifies a...
1 Nov 2024
JTA
Argentina’s Javier Milei selects Jewish ambassador to replace foreign minister he fired
1 Nov 2024
In a significant shift in Argentina's foreign policy, newly elected President Javier Milei has appointed Gerardo Werthein, a Jewish businessman and former am...
1 Nov 2024
Lilith
A Memoir That’s a Cry for Housing Justice
1 Nov 2024
Jennifer Baum's memoir, "Just City," intertwines her personal experiences growing up in RNA House on the Upper West Side with a broader exploration of housin...
1 Nov 2024
Forward
Here's why Orthodox Jews are loyal to Trump — even if they don't love him
1 Nov 2024
Orthodox Jews have shown consistent support for Donald Trump due to his strong pro-Israel policies, including recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's capital, endo...
1 Nov 2024
JTA
Columbia paid $395,000 in settlement after suspending Jewish student for using ‘fart spray’
1 Nov 2024
Columbia University settled a lawsuit with a Jewish student for $395,000 after suspending them for using a novelty fart spray at an anti-Israel protest. The ...
1 Nov 2024
Emes Ve-Emunah
Bill Clinton on Israel's war with Hamas
1 Nov 2024
Former President Bill Clinton has recently voiced his perspective on the Israel-Hamas conflict, aligning somewhat with Democrat John Fetterman's views. Clint...
1 Nov 2024
Jewish Chronicle
The Thinking Heart review: ‘David Grossman’s dream for Israel omits certain details’
1 Nov 2024
David Grossman's latest collection, 'The Thinking Heart: In Israel and Palestine,' consists of articles reflecting on Israeli society and its ongoing conflic...
1 Nov 2024
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Shameful Schumer and the Election
1 Nov 2024
The podcast delves deep into allegations against Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer for allegedly advising Columbia University to avoid discussing antisemi...
1 Nov 2024
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Shameful Schumer and the Election
1 Nov 2024
This episode highlights criticism of Senator Chuck Schumer for allegedly downplaying antisemitic incidents at Columbia University for partisan gain. The conv...
1 Nov 2024
Israel: State of a Nation
Australia must stand with Israel
1 Nov 2024
Josh Frydenberg, former Treasurer of Australia, emphasizes the vital importance of strong Australian support for Israel amid regional tensions. He argues tha...
1 Nov 2024
Future of Jewish
Dear Iran, the Jews have already outlived many, many regimes.
1 Nov 2024
Nachum Kaplan's essay traces the resilience of the Jewish people through history, highlighting their survival and continuity despite numerous empires and reg...
1 Nov 2024
Forward
A Holocaust exhibit — and Jewish staffer — are involved in a controversy over the National Archives
1 Nov 2024
Ellis Brachman, a senior advisor at the U.S. National Archives and Records Administration, is at the center of a controversy regarding the downplaying of dif...
1 Nov 2024
Forward
Harris and Trump court Jews and Arabs in the campaign’s homestretch
1 Nov 2024
As the U.S. presidential campaign enters its final phase, both former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are keen on winning the votes o...
1 Nov 2024
Forward
Chicago school board president resigns amid backlash over antisemitic social media posts
1 Nov 2024
Rev. Mitchell Ikenna Johnson, recently appointed president of the Chicago public school board, resigned after backlash over antisemitic social media posts. H...
1 Nov 2024
Bonjour Chai
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Election-Swinging Jews
1 Nov 2024
This episode explores the nuances of the Jewish vote in the upcoming U.S. presidential election, highlighting the factors influencing Jewish voter preference...
1 Nov 2024
Tikvah
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Matthew Levitt on Israel’s War with Hizballah: How the terrorist group continues on despite its catastrophic losses.
1 Nov 2024
Matthew Levitt offers an analysis of Israel's military successes against Hezbollah, detailing significant disruptions in the organization's arsenal, leadersh...
1 Nov 2024
eJewishPhilanthropy
How 10/7 changed everything — except the way Jewish interest groups fight antisemitism
1 Nov 2024
Matthias J. Becker, a researcher at the University of Cambridge, discusses the ongoing challenges in combating antisemitism online, aggravated by the reactio...
1 Nov 2024
Unholy: Two Jews on the News
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The Most Popular Vote - with Rachel Maddow
1 Nov 2024
Rachel Maddow joins the hosts Yonit and Jonathan to discuss her new book and the historical parallels it draws to current political threats in the United Sta...
1 Nov 2024
Unholy: Two Jews on the News
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The Ultra Election - with Rachel Maddow
1 Nov 2024
Rachel Maddow joins Yonit and Jonathan to explore the historical parallels between past fascist movements in the U.S. and today’s political landscape, drawin...
1 Nov 2024
Unholy: Two Jews on the News
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The Ultra Election - with Rachel Maddow
1 Nov 2024
Four days before the U.S. election, Rachel Maddow discusses her new book, "Prequel: An American Fight against Fascism," linking past American fascism to curr...
1 Nov 2024