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Forward ‘If Kamala had chosen Josh Shapiro’: Some Democrats wonder if it would have made a difference to have the Jewish governor of PA on the ticket 6 Nov
In the wake of Vice President Kamala Harris's electoral defeat to Donald Trump, some Democrats are speculating that choosing Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapi...
6 Nov
Forward Gaza didn't cost Harris the election. But her approach pointed to a broader problem 6 Nov
Vice President Kamala Harris's loss in the 2024 presidential election exposed broader issues within the Democratic Party, particularly the challenge of balan...
6 Nov
Forward Almost all voting groups shifted toward Trump, except American Jews. Why? 6 Nov
In the 2024 election, American Jews largely supported Democratic candidate Kamala Harris over Donald Trump, contrasting the shift toward Trump seen in almost...
6 Nov
Forward Jews named Josh will be 6% of U.S. governors. Rabbis named Josh have leadership advice. 6 Nov
In an intriguing overlap of names and prominence, Josh Stein's election as governor of North Carolina means that 6% of U.S. governors are now Jewish men name...
6 Nov
Forward Amazing new Yiddish song by Satmar-raised singer Riki Rose 6 Nov
Riki Rose, a singer with Satmar Hasidic roots, has released a remarkable new Yiddish song that captures the essence of resilience through breathing. Her lyri...
6 Nov
Forward Ivanka Trump suggests you avoid this central sin in Judaism — will her father listen? 6 Nov
Ivanka Trump used her recent birthday as an opportunity to share personal reflections, prominently mentioning the Jewish ethical principle of avoiding lashon...
6 Nov
Forward Trump wins, promising to reshape the United States and its relationship with Israel 6 Nov
Donald Trump has won the 2024 U.S. Presidential election, which is expected to significantly impact America's domestic policies as well as its foreign relati...
6 Nov
Forward Trump's reelection is devastating American Jews. Our tradition tells us how we should begin to move forward 6 Nov
In response to Donald Trump's controversial reelection, Emily Tamkin emphasizes the importance of solidarity within and across Jewish communities to combat t...
6 Nov
Forward Trump's reelection is a disaster. But it could also save the Middle East 6 Nov
Dan Perry argues that while former President Donald Trump's reelection is seen as a setback for American democracy, it might present a unique opportunity to ...
6 Nov
Forward Jewish voters play key role in NY House races, but number of Jewish members of Congress will drop 6 Nov
In the recent New York elections, Jewish voters played a pivotal role in shaping outcomes, impacting both local and national political landscapes. While the ...
6 Nov
Forward Trump retakes presidency, heralding new era for the United States, its Jews and its relationship with Israel 6 Nov
Donald Trump has been re-elected as President of the United States, an outcome set to redefine U.S. policies and its relationship with Israel, amidst signifi...
6 Nov
Forward Craig Goldman of Texas wins race, becoming 3rd Jewish Republican in Congress 6 Nov
Craig Goldman, a Texas state legislator and businessman, has won a congressional seat in north Texas, becoming the third Jewish Republican in the U.S. Congre...
6 Nov
Forward Adam Schiff wins race for U.S. Senate seat previously held by Dianne Feinstein 6 Nov
Rep. Adam Schiff, a Jewish Democrat known for his prominent role in the impeachment inquiries against former President Donald Trump, has won the U.S. Senate ...
6 Nov
Forward Exit poll: 77% of Jewish voters back Harris over Trump 6 Nov
An early exit poll indicates that 77% of Jewish voters supported Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris over Republican former President Donald Trump in the...
6 Nov
Forward Meet Josh Stein, North Carolina’s first Jewish governor-elect 6 Nov
Josh Stein, a Democrat and North Carolina's Attorney General, has been elected as the state's first Jewish governor, joining the ranks of six Jewish state ex...
6 Nov
Forward Pro-Trump PACs back more misleading ads about Harris and Israel in final bid for swing-state voters 6 Nov
In a last-minute electoral strategy, Republican-backed PACs funded deceptive messages in swing states, exploiting Democratic divisions over the Israel-Hamas ...
6 Nov
Forward Thirsty Philly voters were in for a surprise: Paul Rudd and some handy hydration 5 Nov
On Election Day, actor Paul Rudd performed a charitable act by distributing water bottles to young voters waiting in long lines at a Philadelphia polling pla...
5 Nov
Forward Netanyahu’s firing of Gallant is a cynical betrayal of Israel’s security 5 Nov
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's decision to fire Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has sparked significant controversy and public unrest due to its t...
5 Nov
Forward They quit the Biden administration over the war in Gaza. But they are backing Harris. 5 Nov
Two former Jewish staffers of the Biden administration, Lily Greenberg Call and Harrison Mann, publicly resigned over the U.S. response to the Gaza conflict....
5 Nov
Forward Benjamin Netanyahu firing Yoav Gallant is a staggeringly reckless decision 5 Nov
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's firing of Defense Minister Yoav Gallant is a controversial decision amid tensions over Haredi military conscripti...
5 Nov
Forward Left-wing voters use 'vote swapping' to protest Harris — without throwing election to Trump 5 Nov
Amidst the 2024 U.S. presidential election, some progressive voters, especially within the Arab American community, are dissatisfied with Vice President Kama...
5 Nov
Forward In a Jewish neighborhood of Los Angeles, the presidential election is all about Israel 5 Nov
In Los Angeles' Jewish neighborhood of Pico-Robertson, the upcoming presidential election is heavily influenced by U.S.-Israel relations, particularly due to...
5 Nov
Forward Netanyahu fires Defense Minister Yoav Gallant amid domestic tensions and a multi-front war 5 Nov
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed Defense Minister Yoav Gallant amid ongoing military conflict and significant political turmoil. This ...
5 Nov
Forward With harassment and intimidation expected, 'poll chaplains' work to keep calm on Election Day 5 Nov
Rabbinical student Rafi Ellenson joined a group of faith leaders in Pennsylvania to serve as 'poll chaplains' during the contentious 2024 U.S. elections. The...
5 Nov
Forward VIDEO: Meet Yiddish linguist and culture activist Dovid Braun 5 Nov
Dovid Braun is a distinguished Yiddish linguist and cultural activist whose work has greatly contributed to the preservation and promotion of Yiddish languag...
5 Nov
Forward Uncommitted movement decries accusations that it was 'bought' 5 Nov
The Uncommitted National Movement, a faction of pro-Palestinian Democrats, is grappling with internal strife following accusations of accepting substantial f...
5 Nov
Forward Book party for Yiddish ‘Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets’ 5 Nov
The Yiddish book center CYCO in New York is hosting a book signing party for the newly translated Yiddish version of "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets...
5 Nov
Forward Book party for Yiddish ‘Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets’ 5 Nov
New York's CYCO Yiddish book center celebrates the release of the Yiddish translation of "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets" by hosting a book signing ...
5 Nov
Forward How Quincy Jones scored with the gritty story of a Harlem Holocaust survivor 5 Nov
Quincy Jones, who passed away at the age of 91, made a significant impact on film music with his score for Sidney Lumet's 1964 film "The Pawnbroker," a groun...
5 Nov
Forward Live blog: NC and Delaware elect Jewish governors, LA shul turns polling place, Jerusalem watch party 5 Nov
During a pivotal Election Day, Jewish influence was notably prominent as two states, North Carolina and Delaware, elected Jewish governors. Vice President Ka...
5 Nov
Forward This election, I finally understand the undecided Jewish voter 4 Nov
Amidst a contentious election season marked by polarization within her own family, Amy Klein delves into the complexities facing undecided Jewish voters. His...
4 Nov
Forward Haaretz faces blowback after liberal Israeli paper’s publisher praises ‘Palestinian freedom fighters’ 4 Nov
Amos Schocken, publisher of the Israeli left-wing newspaper Haaretz, has sparked significant controversy with statements at a London conference condemning Is...
4 Nov
Forward American Airlines won’t fly to Israel again until at least September 2025 4 Nov
American Airlines has announced that it will not resume flights to Israel until at least September 2025, extending its current suspension by half a year amid...
4 Nov
Forward The Electoral College is a fundamentally un-Jewish institution 4 Nov
Mira Fox critiques the U.S. Electoral College as contrary to Jewish principles, highlighting how Talmudic sages favored majority rule as demonstrated in the ...
4 Nov
Forward Does the Electoral College strengthen or weaken Jewish influence on the election? 4 Nov
With around 7.5 million Jews in the United States, Jewish electoral influence depends heavily on the mechanics of the Electoral College. While a significant ...
4 Nov
Forward The surefire way for Jews to lose this election 4 Nov
Rob Eshman emphasizes the importance of American Jews focusing on democratic values over party allegiance in the 2024 U.S. elections. He underscores the need...
4 Nov
Forward The surefire way for Jews to lose this election 4 Nov
Rob Eshman underscores the vital necessity for American Jews to prioritize the safeguarding of democracy amidst divisive electoral outcomes, regardless of pe...
4 Nov
Forward This is a make or break election issue for young Jews 4 Nov
With climate change increasingly sidelined in political discussions, young Jews express concern as recent polls show decreasing priority for the issue among ...
4 Nov
Forward Need help voting in Yiddish (or Urdu or Tagalog or Gujarati or Polish or Russian or Tamil or Hmong)? 4 Nov
Aviya Kushner highlights the challenges and importance of language assistance for voters in the United States, emphasizing the provisions of the Voting Right...
4 Nov
Forward Could U.S. voters living in Israel swing the election? 4 Nov
American citizens living in Israel are showing increased interest in the upcoming U.S. elections. Amid complex absentee voting procedures, groups like Democr...
4 Nov
Forward Video of a Yiddish song supporting Trump for president has gone viral 4 Nov
A Yiddish song endorsing Donald Trump's presidential campaign has gained widespread attention by being circulated on trucks in Rockland County, New York. Thi...
4 Nov
Forward I was Stephen Miller's rabbi. Here's why I'm voting for Kamala Harris. 4 Nov
Rabbi Neil Comess-Daniels, a leader at Beth Shir Shalom synagogue, explains his decision to vote for Kamala Harris in the upcoming election, contrasting her ...
4 Nov
Forward I was Stephen Miller's rabbi. Here's why I'm voting for Kamala Harris 4 Nov
Rabbi Neil Comess-Daniels discusses his decision to vote for Kamala Harris in the context of Jewish values and his past connection to Stephen Miller, a promi...
4 Nov
Forward Trump blames Harris for immigrant's shooting of Chicago Jew, and all the Jewish angles on the eve of Election Day 4 Nov
In a charged atmosphere as the presidential campaign reaches its climax, tensions are high among American Jews, particularly in swing state Pennsylvania wher...
4 Nov
Forward RFK Jr. (and Stanley Kubrick) don’t want you to drink the water 4 Nov
The article discusses RFK Jr.'s intention to remove fluoride from America's drinking water, drawing a parallel with Stanley Kubrick's satirical treatment of ...
4 Nov
Forward Anonymous texts to Pennsylvania voters suggest Harris is duplicitous on Israel 4 Nov
In Pennsylvania, anonymous text messages have been sent to voters suggesting Vice President Kamala Harris is inconsistent in her stance on the Israel-Gaza co...
4 Nov
Forward George Santayana was wrong — remembering the past won't always protect us 4 Nov
Reflecting on the role of historians in contemporary society, Robert Zaretsky challenges the belief that remembering the past will prevent us from repeating ...
4 Nov
Forward ‘Rabbi rebellion’: 33 Orthodox rabbis endorse Harris  3 Nov
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
Forward 5 questions and answers on Jewish voters and candidates as Election Day approaches 3 Nov
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
Forward ‘I’m an American, but I’m also Jewish’: How Yeshiva University women are voting for president 3 Nov
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