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Jews Are Best-Liked Religious Group In America: Pew Poll
15 Feb 2017
Jews were found to be the most positively perceived religious group in America according to a survey by the Pew Research Center, maintaining their top rankin...
15 Feb 2017
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An Ode To ‘Girls,’ Lena Dunham And Modern Jewish Neuroticism
10 Feb 2017
The HBO series "Girls," created by Lena Dunham, remains relevant as it enters its final season, despite its flaws and shifting cultural landscape. Dunham, of...
10 Feb 2017
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What’s ‘Goldman Boy’ Gary Cohn’s Next Move?
3 Feb 2017
Gary Cohn, a former Goldman Sachs executive who heads President Trump's National Economic Council, is planning to issue executive orders aimed at weakening f...
3 Feb 2017
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Texan High School Seniors Give Nazi Salute
3 Feb 2017
Dozens of high school seniors at Cypress Ranch High School in Texas gave a Nazi salute during a class photo shoot after being asked to pose in a funny manner...
3 Feb 2017
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Muslim, Jewish Leaders Object to Travel Ban in Congressional Meetings
3 Feb 2017
In a unified effort, Muslim and Jewish leaders convened in Washington to express their opposition to President Donald Trump's refugee entry ban, emphasizing ...
3 Feb 2017
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Exclusive: Orthodox Union Adopts New Policy Barring Women Clergy
2 Feb 2017
The Orthodox Union has recently adopted a policy prohibiting women from serving as clergy in its member congregations across the United States, prohibiting t...
2 Feb 2017
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How Hannah Arendt Is Being Used and Misused in the Age of Trump
2 Feb 2017
The article examines the renewed interest in Jewish philosopher Hannah Arendt's work, particularly "The Origins of Totalitarianism," in the context of the Tr...
2 Feb 2017
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Lyft’s Jewish Co-Founder Donates $1 Million to ACLU to Fight Immigration Ban
30 Jan 2017
Lyft's Jewish co-founder donated $1 million to the ACLU to fight against President Trump's immigration ban on 7 majority-Muslim countries. The donation was p...
30 Jan 2017
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Finding a Jewish Homeland — Just Northwest of Buffalo
27 Jan 2017
"Isra Isle" by Nava Semel, now available in English, is a novel exploring alternate Jewish histories through three interconnected stories set on Grand Island...
27 Jan 2017
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Raise a Glass to Freedom — and ‘Hamilton’ Star Daveed Diggs’ Birthday
25 Jan 2017
Today may bring troubling news, but amidst it all, let's celebrate the 35th birthday of Daveed Diggs, star of "Hamilton" and a prominent figure in the Jewish...
25 Jan 2017
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What Netflix’s ‘Bojack Horseman’ Tells Us About Assimilation
23 Jan 2017
BoJack Horseman, the animated Netflix series created by Raphael Bob-Waksberg, uses its unique narrative and Jewish characters to explore themes of identity, ...
23 Jan 2017
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Inauguration Weekend: Our Scribe Community On President Trump
22 Jan 2017
In an article from The Forward regarding the varied reactions within the Jewish community to President Donald Trump's inauguration, members of the Scribe com...
22 Jan 2017
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Stephen Miller, Steve Bannon Wrote Trump’s Inaugural Speech
21 Jan 2017
Stephen Miller and Steve Bannon, two prominent figures known for their hard-right views, co-wrote President Donald Trump’s inaugural speech, which emphasized...
21 Jan 2017
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Trump’s ‘America First’ Leaves Jewish Groups Hesitant
21 Jan 2017
Many Jewish groups remain hesitant after President Trump emphasized "America First" in his inaugural speech, a phrase historically associated with anti-Semit...
21 Jan 2017
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How Trump’s Inaugural Pastor Misread the Bible
21 Jan 2017
Pastor Robert Jeffress, chosen to speak at Donald Trump's inauguration, drew a comparison between Trump and Nehemiah from the Bible, emphasizing Nehemiah as ...
21 Jan 2017
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How Art Spiegelman Is Paying Tribute to One of His Heroes
20 Jan 2017
Art Spiegelman pays tribute to his late friend and collaborator, artist Si Lewen, in a new project titled "Si Lewen's Parade: An Artist's Odyssey." The book ...
20 Jan 2017
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Columbia’s Rashid Khalidi Hits Back at Charges of Anti-Semitism
19 Jan 2017
Columbia University professor Rashid Khalidi defended himself against accusations of antisemitism following comments made on a radio program. Khalidi critici...
19 Jan 2017
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A Second Coming for Jesus — at the Israel Museum
18 Jan 2017
The Israel Museum's exhibit "Behold the Man: Jesus in Israeli Art" examines the portrayal of Jesus in various contexts, from representing Jewish suffering in...
18 Jan 2017
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A Farewell to Wonders of America
16 Jan 2017
Jenna Weissman Joselit reflects on her career as a historian of American Jewry, underscoring the value and uniqueness of American Jewish experiences compared...
16 Jan 2017
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Nazi Doctor Mengele Now Himself Object of Medical Study
13 Jan 2017
Dr. Josef Mengele, infamous for his cruel experiments on prisoners during the Holocaust, now has his remains utilized for teaching medical students at a Braz...
13 Jan 2017
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This Filmmaker Captured Vanishing Jewish Communities Across America
11 Jan 2017
"There Are Jews Here," a documentary directed by Brad Lichtenstein, explores the vanishing Jewish communities in small American towns like Latrobe, PA, Butte...
11 Jan 2017
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Kushner Foundation Gives $342K to Chabad — Still Surprised About Jared and Ivanka’s Synagogue?
10 Jan 2017
The Kushner family, including Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner, has substantial financial ties to the Chabad movement, with donations from both the Kushner fam...
10 Jan 2017
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Sheldon Adelson’s Bet on Trump Is Paying Off
9 Jan 2017
Sheldon Adelson, the influential Republican donor, strategically supported Donald Trump in the final stages of the 2016 election, contributing $35 million to...
9 Jan 2017
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6 Israeli TV shows to Binge-Watch Now
7 Jan 2017
Israeli TV shows have become increasingly popular for binge-watching, offering a range of genres from suspenseful dramas to comedic series. Some noteworthy p...
7 Jan 2017
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Trump’s Inauguration Rabbi Marvin Hier ‘Proud To Do It’
6 Jan 2017
Rabbi Marvin Hier, a prominent Jewish leader, accepted an invitation to offer a prayer at Donald Trump's 2017 presidential inauguration, citing it as an hono...
6 Jan 2017
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Italian Jews and Israel Help Homeless Earthquake Victims
5 Jan 2017
Italian Jews, in collaboration with IsraAID, have been providing assistance to the homeless victims of the earthquakes in central Italy that occurred in late...
5 Jan 2017
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Meet the Jewish family behind the New Year’s Eve ball drop
27 Dec 2016
The Spiegel family, a Jewish New York-based group, has been instrumental in orchestrating the iconic Times Square New Year’s Eve ball drop for several decade...
27 Dec 2016
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Israel’s Messianic Settler Movement
27 Dec 2016
David Friedman's appointment as the U.S. ambassador to Israel by President-elect Donald Trump has emboldened the Israeli settler movement, particularly its r...
27 Dec 2016
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Is Moana Disney’s First Jewish Princess?
25 Dec 2016
Laura Albert draws parallels between Disney's Moana and Jewish identity by exploring themes of chosenness and the mission to repair the world (tikkun olam). ...
25 Dec 2016
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A Hanukkah Hero for the Moana Generation
23 Dec 2016
The introduction of "Hannah the Hanukkah Hero," a Jewish-themed plush toy designed to empower young girls, taps into the cultural zeitgeist shaped by strong ...
23 Dec 2016
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Why a 90-Year-Old Jewish Prayer Still Seems Relevant Today
21 Dec 2016
The enduring relevance of a 90-year-old Jewish prayer is explored by Jenna Weissman Joselit in the context of enduring themes of political leadership and com...
21 Dec 2016
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Rep. Steve Cohen Rejects David Friedman — Says He’s No ‘Fiddler’
21 Dec 2016
In a unique critique, Rep. Steve Cohen of Memphis, a Jewish Democrat, voiced his opposition to David Friedman's nomination as the United States Ambassador to...
21 Dec 2016
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The Banality of American Evil
21 Dec 2016
Philosopher Hannah Arendt and scientist Stanley Milgram shed light on the nature of evil in society, arguing that normal, seemingly good people can commit at...
21 Dec 2016
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5 Easy Recipes To Satisfy Your Christmas Craving for Chinese Food
19 Dec 2016
This article presents five easy recipes for satisfying a craving for Chinese food during the Christmas season, including a Chinese-inspired loaf, baked sweet...
19 Dec 2016
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How I Fell in Love With Tacky Hanukkah Sweaters
19 Dec 2016
The text discusses the author's journey of falling in love with Hanukkah sweaters as a response to the overwhelming presence of Christmas during the holiday ...
19 Dec 2016
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Bringing Jewish Music Back From the Ashes of Kristallnacht
17 Dec 2016
Hirsch Lewin's Semer Records, originally founded in 1932 in Berlin, sought to preserve a rich diversity of Jewish music amidst rising Nazi oppression. Despit...
17 Dec 2016
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Seriously — What’s With All the High Security Synagogues?
17 Dec 2016
Rabbi Philip Graubart reflects on the significant increase in security measures at synagogues since the events of 9/11 and the rise of terrorist threats like...
17 Dec 2016
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Looted Nazi Artwork Headed to Swiss Museum - Until Rightful Owners Can Be Found
16 Dec 2016
After a legal battle, a Munich court decided that the art hoard of the late Cornelius Gurlitt, suspected of being stolen by Nazis, will be transferred to Swi...
16 Dec 2016
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The Story of a Jacket’s Journey, From Dachau to Queens
15 Dec 2016
Holocaust survivor Ben Peres' inmate jacket from Dachau concentration camp was discovered at an estate sale in Long Island, four decades after his death, by ...
15 Dec 2016
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For 4 Cousins, Love Survives the Holocaust After All
14 Dec 2016
Four Polish cousins, Fania Blakay, Gennadi Band, Henia Moskowitz, and Rywka Patchnik, all believed their family had perished in the Holocaust until a surpris...
14 Dec 2016
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The Time I Almost Saw Walt Disney Vomit
13 Dec 2016
Laurie Gwen Shapiro recounts a humorous yet surprising story involving Walt Disney in an interview with former Hollywood errand boy turned dealmaker, Sam Ada...
13 Dec 2016
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How Abe Met Rupert — at a $8,850-a-Week California Spa
6 Dec 2016
Abraham Foxman, former leader of the Anti-Defamation League, frequented the exclusive Golden Door spa in California, where he mingled with influential person...
6 Dec 2016
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Dachau Stolen ‘Work Makes You Free’ Recovered After 2 Years
5 Dec 2016
An iron gate inscribed with the words "Arbeit macht frei" which was stolen from the Dachau concentration camp in Germany has been found in Norway two years a...
5 Dec 2016
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It’s Time for the Jews to Stand Up for Themselves Instead of the Left or the Right
2 Dec 2016
David Horowitz argues that Jews in the United States should focus on their collective interests, particularly in defending Israel against perceived threats o...
2 Dec 2016
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Forward Looking Back
2 Dec 2016
Exploring historical moments from the past century, the article reflects on events such as the electoral triumph of Meyer London, a socialist and Jewish immi...
2 Dec 2016
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Jill Stein Officially Requests Recount in Michigan Presidential Vote
1 Dec 2016
Jill Stein, the Green Party presidential nominee, has officially requested a full hand recount of Michigan's presidential vote after President-elect Donald T...
1 Dec 2016
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Norway Church Condemns Martin Luther’s Anti-Semitism
28 Nov 2016
The Church of Norway, part of Lutheranism, has denounced its founder Martin Luther for his anti-Semitic writings in light of the 500-year anniversary of the ...
28 Nov 2016
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When Trump Says ‘Globalists,’ Some Fans Hear ‘The Jews’
22 Nov 2016
During his campaign, Donald Trump positioned himself as an outsider against a "globalist" economic and political system, using rhetoric analysts suggest may ...
22 Nov 2016
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Donald Trump Refuses To Condemn White Supremacist Event With Nazi Salutes
22 Nov 2016
Donald Trump's transition team avoided directly condemning a white supremacist conference where his victory was celebrated, stating broadly that Trump oppose...
22 Nov 2016
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Rob Reiner Accuses Jared Kushner of Betraying His Heritage
21 Nov 2016
Rob Reiner criticizes Jared Kushner, President-elect Trump's son-in-law, for compromising his Jewish heritage seemingly for political and financial gain, acc...
21 Nov 2016