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Vanderbilt, WashU leaders pitch Jewish students on a winning post-Oct. 7 strategy
7 Jul 2025
In a recent initiative following the events of October 7, leaders from Vanderbilt University and Washington University have engaged Jewish students in discus...
7 Jul 2025
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With gas deal, Israel-Azerbaijan ties grow, sparking Iran’s ire
7 Jul 2025
The burgeoning energy relationship between Israel and Azerbaijan has reached a new milestone with Azerbaijan's SOCAR acquiring a 10% stake in Israel's Tamar ...
7 Jul 2025
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Adelita Grijalva emerging as the favorite to succeed her late father in Congress
3 Jul 2025
Adelita Grijalva is considered the frontrunner to succeed her late father in Congress, but her unclear stance on Israel poses a challenge. While she has yet ...
3 Jul 2025
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‘Immoral’ U.N. ‘sabotaging’ food distribution, Gaza Humanitarian Foundation chairman says
2 Jul 2025
Rev. Johnnie Moore, Chairman of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), faces accusations from the U.N. and other aid entities, suggesting GHF serves as a fr...
2 Jul 2025
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California Democrat says anti-Israel extremism has ‘decimated the Democratic Party’
2 Jul 2025
In an effort to tackle what she perceives as anti-Israel extremism undermining the Democratic Party, Esther Kim Varet is challenging Republican Rep. Young Ki...
2 Jul 2025
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When Jewish pain becomes ‘political’: Therapists fired after raising antisemitism concerns
2 Jul 2025
Two Jewish therapists, Jackie Junger and Jacqueline Katz, are suing their former employers, D2 Counseling, for alleged discrimination and unlawful terminatio...
2 Jul 2025
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Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi hopes to win the Jewish vote in Illinois Senate contest
1 Jul 2025
Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi is seeking to capture the Jewish vote in Illinois as he campaigns for the U.S. Senate, highlighting his pro-Israel stance and action...
1 Jul 2025
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Connecticut’s Jewish community wonders: What happened to Chris Murphy?
1 Jul 2025
Senator Chris Murphy, initially seen as a staunch supporter of Israel following the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks, has faced growing criticism from Connecti...
1 Jul 2025
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Moderate coalition forming to stop Mamdani, rallies behind Mayor Eric Adams
27 Jun 2025
A coalition of Jewish community leaders, business executives, and Republican donors is forming to counter New York State Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani's bid for...
27 Jun 2025
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Mamdani’s radical supporters, staffers under the spotlight after victory
26 Jun 2025
Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani's recent success in New York City's Democratic mayoral primary spotlights his ability to galvanize support beyond his socialist ba...
26 Jun 2025
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Schumer struggles to live up to ‘shomer’ designation amid pressure from his party
25 Jun 2025
Chuck Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, faces a challenging situation as he navigates his dual role as a self-proclaimed guardian of both the people of Israel...
25 Jun 2025
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Mamdani’s ascent in NYC mayoral primary alarms Jewish voters
24 Jun 2025
The New York City mayoral primary has heightened tensions among Jewish voters due to the rise of Zohran Mamdani, a far-left assemblyman criticized for his an...
24 Jun 2025
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Will Iran’s nuclear program survive the U.S. and Israeli strikes?
24 Jun 2025
In the wake of recent U.S. and Israeli military strikes, the future of Iran's nuclear program remains uncertain. President Donald Trump has claimed that the ...
24 Jun 2025
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Picnic blankets, babka, and banchan bialys: Inside the hottest Jewish food event of the summer
23 Jun 2025
The Great Nosh Picnic, a major Jewish culinary event held on Governors Island in New York City, brought together thousands of food enthusiasts, offering them...
23 Jun 2025
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Rep. Randy Fine says he’s on Capitol Hill to be a leader against antisemitism
20 Jun 2025
Rep. Randy Fine, one of four Jewish Republicans in the U.S. House, is positioning himself as a leading figure in the fight against antisemitism. Wearing a ki...
20 Jun 2025
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With Ling Ye, pro-Israel activists see opportunity to unseat DSA-backed Alexa Avilés in South Brooklyn city council primary
20 Jun 2025
In South Brooklyn, pro-Israel activists are rallying behind Ling Ye, a moderate former congressional staffer, in her bid to unseat DSA-backed councilmember A...
20 Jun 2025
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Let my people leave — by land or by sea
18 Jun 2025
Amid heightened tensions and military action between Israel and Iran, thousands of foreigners, including Americans, found themselves stranded in Israel due t...
18 Jun 2025
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How a Mediterranean vacation destination for Israelis turned into a displaced persons hub
18 Jun 2025
The island of Cyprus unexpectedly became a refuge for nearly 2,500 Jewish people stranded due to Israel's military campaign against Iran. Among the displaced...
18 Jun 2025
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Proud, but pushed out: Why LGBTQ Jews are creating Pride spaces of their own
17 Jun 2025
As antisemitic sentiments persist in some LGBTQ community spaces, Jewish LGBTQ groups are increasingly creating separate Pride events. In Austin, Texas, Temp...
17 Jun 2025
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CNN’s Scott Jennings flew to Israel for the first time to understand Oct. 7 — and then war with Iran broke out
16 Jun 2025
CNN contributor Scott Jennings traveled to Israel intending to comprehend the impacts of Hamas' attacks on October 7, 2023. However, his visit coincided with...
16 Jun 2025
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Persian Jews in the U.S. watch Israeli strikes on Iran and dare to hope
15 Jun 2025
Persian Jews in the U.S. are observing the recent Israeli strikes on Iran with a complex mix of hope and fear. Many see the possibility of change, hoping for...
15 Jun 2025
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Kamala Harris’ Mideast advisors question Israel’s military strikes against Iran
14 Jun 2025
Vice President Kamala Harris's Mideast advisors are expressing skepticism over Israel's military strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, recommending that more dip...
14 Jun 2025
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Why we should be paying more attention to Jordan, according to new King Abdullah II biography
13 Jun 2025
The biography "The Most American King" highlights King Abdullah II's twenty-five-year reign in Jordan and his ability to cultivate strong relationships with ...
13 Jun 2025
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Gottheimer’s bet on Jewish vote didn’t pay off
13 Jun 2025
In the New Jersey gubernatorial primary, Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ) targeted the state's Jewish community, especially the Orthodox demographic, as a key par...
13 Jun 2025
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Former senior FBI intel agent in Israel joins crowded Democratic field against Lawler
10 Jun 2025
John Sullivan, a former senior FBI intelligence official in Israel, has joined an increasingly competitive Democratic primary race to challenge Rep. Mike Law...
10 Jun 2025
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Shabbat, style and soul at Chabad in the West Village
9 Jun 2025
Chabad of the West Village in Manhattan is redefining Jewish communal engagement, attracting a diverse group, including business elites, entertainers, and ev...
9 Jun 2025
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Macron’s Palestinian state push comes as report recommends step to appease Muslims
9 Jun 2025
French President Emmanuel Macron is pushing for the recognition of a Palestinian state at a UN conference co-sponsored with Saudi Arabia, in an effort partly...
9 Jun 2025
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With increasing pressure from the West, can Israel resist a China charm offensive?
6 Jun 2025
The recent efforts by Chinese Ambassador to Israel, Xiao Junzheng, highlight China's renewed attempt to improve relations with Israel, despite the tensions f...
6 Jun 2025
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Jews at Harvard are still worried about antisemitism — and about Trump’s response to it
4 Jun 2025
Jewish students at Harvard University face uncertainty due to a potential Trump administration policy that could strip the university of its ability to enrol...
4 Jun 2025
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How Congress became impotent on foreign policy
30 May 2025
The effectiveness of traditional pro-Israel advocacy within U.S. Congress has diminished due to the increasing consolidation of foreign policy powers by the ...
30 May 2025
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‘The challenge attracted me’: Julio Frenk brings the fight against campus antisemitism to UCLA
30 May 2025
Julio Frenk, former president of the University of Miami and current chancellor of UCLA, is taking a strong stand against campus antisemitism. His personal c...
30 May 2025
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Hostages’ long-lasting mental and physical scars of Gaza captivity are treated at ‘Returnees Ward’
29 May 2025
In the aftermath of being taken hostage by terrorists in Gaza, Israeli returnees face enduring physical and psychological challenges. At Beilinson Hospital's...
29 May 2025
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Gottheimer’s path to the governor’s mansion runs through New Jersey’s Jewish community
28 May 2025
U.S. Representative Josh Gottheimer is leveraging his strong connections with New Jersey's Jewish community to bolster his gubernatorial campaign in the Demo...
28 May 2025
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Latest Lawler challenger says antisemitism helped motivate his congressional bid, accuses Republicans of weaponization
28 May 2025
Mike Sacks, a former political journalist and Democratic candidate for New York's 17th Congressional District, seeks to unseat Republican Rep. Mike Lawler, d...
28 May 2025
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Israel can’t compete in checkbook diplomacy. These tech leaders have other ideas
27 May 2025
As the US focuses on major economic deals with Gulf nations during President Trump's Middle East visits, Israeli tech leaders see an opportunity to elevate I...
27 May 2025
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An Israeli mom’s NYC mission to free husband from Hamas captivity
21 May 2025
Lishay Lavi Miran, an Israeli mother, is on a mission in New York City to advocate for the release of her husband, Omri Miran, who has been held captive by H...
21 May 2025
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Illinois Senate primary likely a toss-up, experts say, after Underwood declines to run
20 May 2025
The Illinois Senate primary for 2026 is expected to be a close contest after Rep. Lauren Underwood decided not to run, leaving Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton and ...
20 May 2025
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Will Trump’s visit to UAE’s Abrahamic Family House inspire a regional shift?
20 May 2025
President Trump's visit to the UAE's Abrahamic Family House underscores a message of religious tolerance amid a broader regional shift. The multifaith comple...
20 May 2025
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NJ congressional candidate Michael Roth says he wants to be a strong pro-Israel voice for a new generation
19 May 2025
Michael Roth, a Democratic congressional candidate in New Jersey, emphasizes his aspiration to be a strong pro-Israel voice for a new generation. With a pers...
19 May 2025
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Cuomo faces hurdles to winning over Orthodox Jewish voters in mayoral race
19 May 2025
Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is working hard to regain the trust of Orthodox Jewish voters as he campaigns for mayor of New York City, emphasizing h...
19 May 2025
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Judge Matthew Solomson brings his judicial mandate beyond the bench
16 May 2025
Judge Matthew Solomson, chief judge of the U.S. Court of Federal Claims, represents a remarkable family journey from his great-grandfather's fear of governme...
16 May 2025
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Decades after his death, a Jewish WWII hero is honored in Italy, with family of comrade present
16 May 2025
The article highlights a poignant ceremony in Italy organized by Operation Benjamin to honor Jewish WWII servicemen who concealed their identities and were i...
16 May 2025
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Ras Baraka’s late surge in N.J. gubernatorial primary alarms Jewish leaders
15 May 2025
As the New Jersey gubernatorial primary approaches, Jewish leaders express concern over Ras Baraka, Newark's progressive mayor, whose unexpected rise in the ...
15 May 2025
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Jews in Canada and Australia warily eye the future after liberal party electoral victories
15 May 2025
Following unexpected electoral victories by liberal parties in Canada and Australia, Jewish communities in both countries are navigating a period of increase...
15 May 2025
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Trump’s Gulf tour underscores Israel’s diplomatic disadvantage
14 May 2025
President Trump's visit to Gulf states, excluding Israel, has highlighted concerns among pro-Israel advocates about the U.S. potentially sidelining Israel in...
14 May 2025
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After Oct. 7, a hub of Jewish-Arab shared society faces its toughest test
13 May 2025
Givat Haviva, Israel's largest organization dedicated to fostering Jewish-Arab shared society, faced an unprecedented challenge following the October 7, 2023...
13 May 2025
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Leo Terrell: DOJ plans to use litigation to ‘eliminate antisemitism’
13 May 2025
Leo Terrell, senior counsel to the Department of Justice, discusses the Trump administration’s strategy for combating antisemitism, highlighting the intentio...
13 May 2025
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Haunted by history, Persian Jews wary of Trump’s Iran approach
9 May 2025
The article discusses the concerns and perspectives of Persian Jews in the U.S. regarding Donald Trump's approach to negotiations with Iran over its nuclear ...
9 May 2025
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Michigan state Sen. Jeremy Moss launches House campaign
8 May 2025
Michigan State Senator Jeremy Moss has announced his Congressional campaign for Michigan's 11th District, focusing on combating antisemitism and supporting t...
8 May 2025
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American-born pope offers hope of improved Catholic-Jewish relations, religious experts say
8 May 2025
The election of Chicago-born Robert Francis Prevost as Pope Leo XIV has brought cautious optimism for improved Catholic-Jewish relations. Prevost's American ...
8 May 2025