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Jewish Insider Rumored for a Trump posting, Elbridge Colby’s dovish views on Iran stand out 13 Nov 2024
Elbridge Colby, a former deputy assistant secretary of defense under Trump, has been rumored for a key national security post in Trump's potential second adm...
13 Nov 2024
Jewish Insider After Harris’ defeat, top Democrats tilt to the center on Israel, tackling antisemitism 13 Nov 2024
Following significant electoral losses, top Democrats are adjusting their stance to a more centrist approach on issues concerning the Jewish community, notab...
13 Nov 2024
Jewish Insider Saudi-Israel normalization appears more distant with a skeptic in Israel’s Foreign Ministry, MBS’ ‘genocide’ accusations 13 Nov 2024
Saudi-Israel normalization is facing setbacks as new challenges emerge. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has accused Israel of genocide against Palesti...
13 Nov 2024
Tablet Russian Terrorists and Their ‘Progressive’ Allies 13 Nov 2024
The article explores the emergence of modern political terrorism in prerevolutionary Russia, particularly during the early 1900s when left-wing terrorists en...
13 Nov 2024
Future of Jewish The Only Moral Position on Zionism 12 Nov 2024
Ariel Beery's essay challenges the morality of anti-Zionist Jews, who participate in American democracy while opposing Jewish self-determination in Israel. B...
12 Nov 2024
Forward Federal judge temporarily blocks Louisiana’s law requiring classrooms to display Ten Commandments 12 Nov 2024
A federal judge has temporarily blocked a Louisiana law mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in all public school classrooms, ruling it unconstituti...
12 Nov 2024
Forward They created a musical about the 2011 Egyptian Revolution. Today's activists are listening 12 Nov 2024
"We Live in Cairo," a new musical by the Lazour brothers, follows six American University of Cairo students during the 2011 Egyptian Revolution, reflecting t...
12 Nov 2024
Forward Voters elected Hitler because they liked his fascist promise. Trump's reelection repeats that history 12 Nov 2024
Peter Fritzsche, a history professor at the University of Illinois, examines the 2024 U.S. presidential election through a historical lens, drawing parallels...
12 Nov 2024
JTA Trump taps Mike Huckabee, evangelical favorite, to be ambassador to Israel 12 Nov 2024
Mike Huckabee, a former Arkansas governor and key evangelical figure, has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as the U.S. ambassador to I...
12 Nov 2024
Forward Trump nominates Mike Huckabee, evangelical hardliner, as U.S. ambassador to Israel 12 Nov 2024
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Mike Huckabee, a former governor of Arkansas and evangelical leader, as the U.S. ambassador to Israel. Known for h...
12 Nov 2024
JTA Trump taps Iran hawks Marco Rubio, Mike Waltz for top national security roles 12 Nov 2024
President-elect Donald Trump is reinforcing his national security team with staunch pro-Israel advocates, naming Sen. Marco Rubio as Secretary of State and R...
12 Nov 2024
Moment The Greatest Cognitive Dissonance of My Life 12 Nov 2024
Sharon S. Nazarian reflects on the profound cognitive dissonance she experiences as a Jewish Iranian-American navigating the polarized political landscape du...
12 Nov 2024
Moment So What Happens Next? 12 Nov 2024
As American Jews reflect on the recent elections, the anticipated shift towards Republican support did not significantly materialize, with Jewish voters over...
12 Nov 2024
Emes Ve-Emunah A Kallus View of Army Service 12 Nov 2024
The article critiques Rabbi Shraga Kallus's lecture opposing Charedi participation in the IDF, highlighting his extremist views within Orthodox Judaism. Desp...
12 Nov 2024
The Commentary Magazine Podcast headphones Neocon Trump? 12 Nov 2024
The episode delves into the implications of Marco Rubio, Mike Waltz, and Elise Stefanik taking on senior foreign-policy roles in a potential Trump administra...
12 Nov 2024
Jewish Chronicle You don’t have to worship Trump to feel hopeful at his victory 12 Nov 2024
This piece explores the potential positive aspects of Donald Trump's presidential victory, particularly through his appointment of Elise Stefanik as Ambassad...
12 Nov 2024
Future of Jewish Would this be acceptable if Jews were not the victims? 12 Nov 2024
The article highlights the violent attacks on Israeli fans in Amsterdam by pro-Palestinian gangs. It underscores the perceived global double standard against...
12 Nov 2024
Rationalist Judaism Is Torah Study a Part of the War Effort? 12 Nov 2024
The article by Natan Slifkin examines the argument that Torah study is as essential to national defense as serving in the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), speci...
12 Nov 2024
Jewish Chronicle Will Trump’s new cabinet be good for Israel? 12 Nov 2024
The article analyzes the impact of President-elect Donald Trump’s early cabinet appointments on Israel and the Jewish community. Trump’s selection of Elise S...
12 Nov 2024
JTA House set to vote on bill targeting nonprofits accused of supporting terrorism 12 Nov 2024
A new bipartisan bill aimed at swiftly revoking the tax-exempt status of nonprofits accused of supporting terrorism is set to be voted on in the U.S. House o...
12 Nov 2024
Forward Anti-Israel protesters in Amsterdam set tram fire just days after targeted attacks against Jews 12 Nov 2024
In Amsterdam, tensions continue to escalate as anti-Israel protesters set a tram on fire, just days after Israeli soccer fans were violently attacked. The in...
12 Nov 2024
Tablet Obama Isn’t Going Anywhere 12 Nov 2024
Lee Smith explores the enduring influence of Barack Obama in the current American political landscape, especially in relation to Donald Trump. Smith characte...
12 Nov 2024
JTA Trump picks Lee Zeldin, Jewish former congressman from Long Island, to head EPA 11 Nov 2024
Lee Zeldin, a Jewish former congressman from New York, has been appointed by Donald Trump to lead the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in his upcoming a...
11 Nov 2024
Future of Jewish The Personal Costs of War 11 Nov 2024
Gavriella Zahtz's essay explores the profound challenges Israelis face amidst ongoing conflict, emphasizing the disconnect between Western perceptions and Is...
11 Nov 2024
Mishpacha Trump Cards: Jewish Landscaping     11 Nov 2024
The 2024 election cycle has revealed a significant shift in the political landscape regarding Jewish voters, traditionally seen as reliably Democratic. Recen...
11 Nov 2024
Mishpacha Trump Cards: Handbook for Power    11 Nov 2024
Cindy Scarr's article discusses the potential return of Donald Trump to power and the challenges he might face in implementing his agenda. Trump aims to resh...
11 Nov 2024
Mishpacha The End of the Obama Presidency — Finally 11 Nov 2024
The article critiques the end of the Obama era, particularly in the context of U.S.-Israel relations and its influence on American politics. It argues that b...
11 Nov 2024
Forward Who is Stephen Miller, Trump’s Jewish adviser and likely White House deputy chief of staff? 11 Nov 2024
Stephen Miller, a long-time adviser to Donald Trump, is poised to become Deputy Chief of Staff at the White House. Born into a Jewish family in Santa Monica,...
11 Nov 2024
JTA Florida man arrested for targeting Jewish Rep. Jared Moskowitz, who says the suspect was found with an antisemitic manifesto 11 Nov 2024
Rep. Jared Moskowitz, a Jewish congressman from Florida, faced a safety threat when a man, John Lapinski, was arrested near his home with firearms, body armo...
11 Nov 2024
JTA Stephen Miller, hardline Jewish Trump aide, to become deputy chief of staff as immigration becomes top issue 11 Nov 2024
Stephen Miller, a prominent Jewish adviser known for his hardline stance on immigration, is set to become Deputy Chief of Staff under Donald Trump's second t...
11 Nov 2024
Forward Will Trump appoint a Jewish liaison? He's the only president in nearly half a century who hasn't. 11 Nov 2024
Every U.S. president since Jimmy Carter, except Donald Trump, has appointed a liaison to the Jewish community. As Trump prepares to assume office again, voic...
11 Nov 2024
Forward What a Secretary of State Marco Rubio would mean for American Jews and Israel 11 Nov 2024
Senator Marco Rubio's potential nomination as Secretary of State under a second Trump administration may impact U.S.-Israel relations and the broader Jewish ...
11 Nov 2024
Forward If Vivek Ramaswamy becomes Secretary of State, his ‘America First’ ideology could complicate U.S.-Israel relationship 11 Nov 2024
The potential nomination of Vivek Ramaswamy as Secretary of State under President-elect Donald Trump could introduce significant shifts in the U.S.-Israel re...
11 Nov 2024
JTA Cornell’s handling of a new course on Gaza could preview campus Israel battles under Trump 11 Nov 2024
Cornell University is embroiled in a contentious debate regarding a new course titled 'Gaza, Indigeneity, Resistance' by Jewish professor Eric Cheyfitz, whic...
11 Nov 2024
The Beinart Notebook Tomorrow's "Ask Me Anything" 11 Nov 2024
Peter Beinart announces an upcoming "Ask Me Anything" session scheduled for Tuesday, November 12, at 11 am ET. This event aims to engage a wider audience, as...
11 Nov 2024
Forward A 'sci-fi documentary' dreaming of peace got banned in Israel. Why? 11 Nov 2024
Lyd, a sci-fi documentary directed by Rami Younis and Sarah Ema Friedland, imagines an alternate reality where peace reigns in the Middle East. The film crea...
11 Nov 2024
Forward Did JD Vance mean to quote the wisdom of a serial killer from a Coen Brothers film? 11 Nov 2024
J.D. Vance, recently elected as vice president-elect, used a controversial quote in a social media post following the recent election victory. Vance cited a ...
11 Nov 2024
Emes Ve-Emunah Will Trump Be as Pro Israel This Time? 11 Nov 2024
The article discusses the complex relationship between Israeli and U.S. politics, focusing on whether former President Donald Trump, if re-elected, would mai...
11 Nov 2024
The Commentary Magazine Podcast headphones Who's Whispering in Trump's Ear? 11 Nov 2024
The episode discusses key appointments in Trump's incoming administration, particularly focusing on the likely roles of Elise Stefanik as U.N. Ambassador and...
11 Nov 2024
JTA Nevada Sen. Jacky Rosen, a Jewish Democrat, narrowly wins reelection 11 Nov 2024
Nevada Senator Jacky Rosen, a Jewish Democrat and former synagogue president, secured her reelection against Republican challenger Sam Brown in a narrowly co...
11 Nov 2024
Jewish Chronicle My message to A-list celebs: Keep your political views to yourself 11 Nov 2024
Reflecting on the intersection of fame and politics, this article critiques the trend of celebrities using their platforms to endorse political figures, spec...
11 Nov 2024
JTA Trump to nominate Elise Stefanik, who grilled university presidents on antisemitism, as UN ambassador 11 Nov 2024
President-elect Donald Trump has announced his intention to nominate Rep. Elise Stefanik as the next U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations. Stefanik, a Repub...
11 Nov 2024
The Beinart Notebook Don’t Confuse Popularity with Truth 11 Nov 2024
Peter Beinart engages with complex themes surrounding truth, political strategy, and morality, drawing from historical and contemporary examples. He critique...
11 Nov 2024
Future of Jewish Why Trump Won — An American Jew's Perspective 11 Nov 2024
Joshua Hoffman explores the unexpected win of Donald Trump in the 2016 election from an American Jewish perspective by highlighting factors beyond Trump's co...
11 Nov 2024
18 Questions, 40 Israeli Thinkers headphones Uri Zaki: "The war has to end in Gaza' 11 Nov 2024
Uri Zaki, a left-wing Zionist thinker, grapples with the consequences of Israel's prolonged campaign against Hamas in Gaza, advocating for a political shift ...
11 Nov 2024
Decision Points headphones Israel and Iran Tensions: Calculating Risk Amid Conflict 11 Nov 2024
Tensions between Israel and Iran have intensified, following significant Israeli strikes on Iranian targets and diminishing Iran’s proxy networks. The episod...
11 Nov 2024
JTA ‘Where are all the Jews at?’ A year after mass rally for Israel, turnout at its followup is sparse 11 Nov 2024
The follow-up to last year's massive pro-Israel rally in Washington, D.C., organized by the Jewish Federations of North America and the Conference of Preside...
11 Nov 2024
Jewish Insider Edelstein remains defiant amid Netanyahu moves to reinstate Haredi exemption from IDF 11 Nov 2024
Yuli Edelstein, a prominent Likud lawmaker and chairman of the Knesset's Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, remains steadfast in his opposition to Prime ...
11 Nov 2024
Forward Arab Americans and Israel hawks battle for influence in Trump’s second term 10 Nov 2024
Amid the transition to Donald Trump’s second term, significant political maneuvering is occurring regarding U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East. Key figur...
10 Nov 2024
Emes Ve-Emunah Electoral Shock and Trump's Foreign Policy 10 Nov 2024
The article reflects the reaction of the political left to Donald Trump's electoral victory, describing their shock and disappointment at their progressive m...
10 Nov 2024