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Brad Sherman’s primary challenger Jake Rakov stays in step with him on Israel policy
17 Apr 2025
Jake Rakov, a former staffer for Congressman Brad Sherman, is challenging his old boss for a Los Angeles congressional seat, while maintaining similar pro-Is...
17 Apr 2025
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Leading voices against antisemitism at Harvard decry Trump’s overreach, but urge reforms
16 Apr 2025
Jewish faculty, students, and alumni at Harvard University have raised concerns over former President Trump's aggressive measures against the institution, fo...
16 Apr 2025
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Sen. John Cornyn fighting to fend off insurgent primary challenge from Texas AG
16 Apr 2025
Texas is set for a high-profile GOP primary battle as Attorney General Ken Paxton challenges incumbent Senator John Cornyn, spotlighting evolving conservativ...
16 Apr 2025
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How Yeshiva University’s basketball team rebounded after Hamas attacks
11 Apr 2025
In the wake of the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks, Yeshiva University's basketball team, the Maccabees, faced the challenge of whether to play their season a...
11 Apr 2025
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Passover at the Obama White House becomes a children’s tale
11 Apr 2025
A new children's book, "Next Year in the White House," authored by Richard Michelson and illustrated by E.B. Lewis, depicts the first Passover Seder held at ...
11 Apr 2025
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Lawmakers, national security experts skeptical of Trump’s Iran diplomacy
10 Apr 2025
Lawmakers and national security experts express deep skepticism over the Trump administration's nuclear negotiations with Iran, doubting the possibility of a...
10 Apr 2025
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Zohran Mamdani deepens his anti-Israel antagonism in NYC mayoral race
9 Apr 2025
Zohran Mamdani, a far-left Democratic Socialist and candidate in the New York City mayoral race, continues to deepen concerns among Jewish communities with h...
9 Apr 2025
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Lipstadt says Trump admin ‘weaponized’ antisemitism in higher ed policy
9 Apr 2025
Deborah Lipstadt, former U.S. special envoy to combat antisemitism, critiques the Trump administration's approach to tackling antisemitism on college campuse...
9 Apr 2025
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Daniel Hernandez pitches himself to Tucson voters — and pro-Israel backers
7 Apr 2025
Daniel Hernandez, former Arizona state representative and pro-Israel advocate, is running for the congressional seat left vacant by the late Rep. Raul Grijal...
7 Apr 2025
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Virginia LG candidate raising Jewish community concerns over her record on Israel and antisemitism
3 Apr 2025
Ghazala Hashmi, a Virginia state senator running for lieutenant governor, is facing criticism from Jewish and pro-Israel groups due to her past anti-Israel a...
3 Apr 2025
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New Missouri group aims to emerge as political powerhouse against antisemitism in state
2 Apr 2025
In Missouri, a new political organization, the Missouri Alliance Network, has formed to combat antisemitism and support Jewish community priorities in state ...
2 Apr 2025
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In embracing deported pro-Palestinian activists, Democrats struggle to acknowledge antisemitism
2 Apr 2025
Jewish Democrats face a complex challenge as they navigate the Trump administration's controversial deportations of foreign students like Mahmoud Khalil, who...
2 Apr 2025
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McCormick emerges as vocal advocate for Jewish voters in the Senate
31 Mar 2025
Senator Dave McCormick (R-PA), recently elected to the U.S. Senate, has quickly positioned himself as a passionate advocate for Jewish voters and a staunch s...
31 Mar 2025
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All about ‘Qatargate,’ the scandal roiling Israeli politics
27 Mar 2025
Qatargate is a burgeoning scandal in Israeli politics, highlighting alleged Qatari influence within Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's inner circle. The con...
27 Mar 2025
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Jewish social service agencies brace for federal funding cuts amid uncertainty
26 Mar 2025
Jewish social service agencies across the U.S. are facing a potential crisis due to anticipated federal funding cuts under the Trump administration's budget ...
26 Mar 2025
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IDF prepares for long operation in Gaza with goal of fully defeating Hamas
24 Mar 2025
Amid ongoing conflict, Israel is reinforcing its military presence in Gaza with ground troops and tanks, aiming to defeat Hamas and secure the release of hos...
24 Mar 2025
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Lawler challenger Jessica Reinmann says she feels a deep personal connection to Israel
24 Mar 2025
Jessica Reinmann, a Democratic challenger for New York's 17th Congressional District, emphasizes her deep ties to Israel and Jewish heritage, influenced by h...
24 Mar 2025
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Inside the Miami conference giving rabbis a safe space to be Zionists
21 Mar 2025
Zionism: A New Conversation, a Miami conference organized by the Leffell Foundation, provided a refuge for 125 rabbis from across the political spectrum to o...
21 Mar 2025
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Trump’s war on Columbia comes for Middle East studies
20 Mar 2025
Following critiques of its perceived political bias, Columbia University's Middle Eastern studies department faces unprecedented government intervention prop...
20 Mar 2025
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Pittsburgh’s mayor struggles politically amid lack of support from city’s Jewish community
13 Mar 2025
Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey is facing political challenges primarily due to a controversial statement he made regarding the anniversary of the Hamas attacks. ...
13 Mar 2025
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Washington-area Jewish community braces for impact of mass federal layoffs
12 Mar 2025
The Jewish community in Washington, D.C. faces significant challenges due to mass layoffs in the federal government, affecting many families connected to ins...
12 Mar 2025
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The private equity investor using the federal bureaucracy to tackle antisemitism
11 Mar 2025
Josh Gruenbaum, formerly of private equity giant KKR, has taken up a role leading the Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) with the aim of addressing antisemiti...
11 Mar 2025
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Rep. Abe Hamadeh brings a unique perspective to conflicts in Syria, Middle East
10 Mar 2025
Freshman Congressman Abe Hamadeh offers a unique perspective on Middle Eastern conflicts due to his diverse ethnic background and military experience. The Ar...
10 Mar 2025
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Joe Rogan invites antisemitic conspiracy theorists into the mainstream
7 Mar 2025
Joe Rogan's decision to host Ian Carroll, an antisemitic conspiracy theorist, on his podcast has sparked significant backlash, highlighting concerns over the...
7 Mar 2025
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Shifting priorities at the FBI raise concerns about U.S. counterterror capabilities
6 Mar 2025
The shifting priorities at the FBI under the leadership of Kash Patel, appointed by former President Trump, are causing concern among national security exper...
6 Mar 2025
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Leading American pro-Israel groups diverge from Israel on Syria
6 Mar 2025
Leading American pro-Israel organizations AIPAC and the American Jewish Committee (AJC) have taken a cautiously optimistic view towards Syria's new leadershi...
6 Mar 2025
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Israel open to talking to far-right parties, but won’t speak with Germany’s AfD
4 Mar 2025
Israel is reassessing its approach to engaging with far-right European political parties, meticulously evaluating each party's stance on antisemitism and sup...
4 Mar 2025
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With Dermer, Netanyahu seeks a negotiator he can trust
27 Feb 2025
The appointment of Ron Dermer by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as Israel's chief negotiator for hostage talks has sparked political controversy, highligh...
27 Feb 2025
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Washington coalesces around cautious sanctions relief for new Syrian government
27 Feb 2025
Washington is cautiously considering phased sanctions relief for the Syrian government, led by former jihadist Ahmad al-Sharaa and his group, Hayat Tahrir al...
27 Feb 2025
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Cuomo winning over Jewish voters in his nascent mayoral campaign
25 Feb 2025
Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is positioning himself as a potential mayoral candidate for New York City, garnering significant support from the Jewis...
25 Feb 2025
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Trump’s embattled Pentagon pick Colby holds close ties to Obama’s foreign policy advisors
24 Feb 2025
Elbridge Colby, nominated for a senior Pentagon position in the Trump administration, faces scrutiny from Senate Republicans over his perceived leniency towa...
24 Feb 2025
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Alleged violations of Israel-Egypt peace treaty ring alarm bells in Israel
19 Feb 2025
Tensions between Israel and Egypt have surfaced recently regarding the military buildup in Sinai, seen as a potential violation of the 1979 peace treaty. Egy...
19 Feb 2025
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Rep. Dan Goldman wants to set partisanship aside on House antisemitism task force
18 Feb 2025
Rep. Dan Goldman, recently appointed as co-chair of the House Bipartisan Task Force to Combat Antisemitism, is focused on promoting cross-party collaboration...
18 Feb 2025
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The war on the pediatrics ward: Inside the American Academy of Pediatrics’ battle with antisemitism
14 Feb 2025
Dr. Mobeen Rathore, a prominent pediatrician in Florida, has faced backlash for sharing anti-Israel views on social media, raising concerns within the Americ...
14 Feb 2025
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Is AIPAC’s big bet on Sarah Elfreth paying off?
13 Feb 2025
AIPAC, the well-known pro-Israel lobbying group, is confronting unexpected challenges after heavily investing in Sarah Elfreth's congressional campaign. Desp...
13 Feb 2025
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The Jewish music teacher representing a Muslim-majority country at Eurovision
13 Feb 2025
Asaf Mishiev, a Jewish singer from Azerbaijan, is set to represent the Muslim-majority country at the Eurovision Song Contest, embodying a unique cross-cultu...
13 Feb 2025
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The good, the bad and the ugly of USAID’s Middle East funding
11 Feb 2025
USAID funding in the Middle East plays a crucial role in supporting projects that foster cooperation between Israelis and Palestinians, such as Project Rozan...
11 Feb 2025
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New York City comptroller candidate courts anti-Israel support as he seeks higher office
11 Feb 2025
Justin Brannan, a New York City comptroller candidate, is courting far-left support as he moves to higher office, despite having built a reputation as a mode...
11 Feb 2025
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Restitution project genealogists track down rightful heirs of Nazi-looted books
10 Feb 2025
The Looted Books Project, a collaboration between JewishGen and the Leo Baeck Institute, focuses on returning Nazi-looted books to their rightful heirs. Spea...
10 Feb 2025
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Middle East experts split over recent moves to slash U.S. foreign aid, USAID
5 Feb 2025
Middle East experts are divided over the Trump administration's decision to cut U.S. foreign aid and dismantle USAID as an independent agency, folding it int...
5 Feb 2025
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Rubio’s new undersecretary of state was fired from first Trump administration over ties to white nationalists
4 Feb 2025
Darren Beattie, recently appointed acting undersecretary of state for public diplomacy and public affairs under Marco Rubio, has sparked controversy due to h...
4 Feb 2025
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Hostage’s father relearns to talk, after stroke, to advocate for his son’s release
30 Jan 2025
Tal Kuperstein, whose son Bar was taken hostage by Hamas during the Nova music festival attack in Reim, Israel, has relearned to speak after a stroke to advo...
30 Jan 2025
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The exclusive Chautauqua Institution wrestles with antisemitism inside its gates
30 Jan 2025
The Chautauqua Institution, a historically Christian community known for its interfaith programs and cultural gatherings, is experiencing internal conflict o...
30 Jan 2025
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Inside the Israeli delegation that helped fight the Los Angeles wildfires
28 Jan 2025
An Israeli delegation, composed of 14 volunteers and experts from Israel's fire service, IDF, and the Emergency Volunteers Project, traveled to Los Angeles t...
28 Jan 2025
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Jewish voters in Park Slope say they are ready for a change
28 Jan 2025
Recent antisemitic vandalism at the beloved Israeli-owned restaurant Miriam in Park Slope has underscored tensions within Brooklyn's Jewish community regardi...
28 Jan 2025
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Parents of Nova survivor meet their son’s savior, a Bedouin Israeli, for first time
27 Jan 2025
In a heartwarming story of courage and humanity, a Bedouin Israeli named Yunis Alkarnawi saved the lives of Shalev Biton and seven other Israelis, as well as...
27 Jan 2025
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Ken Martin emerges as front-runner in DNC chair battle by maintaining big tent
24 Jan 2025
Ken Martin, the Minnesota state party chair, is a leading candidate for the Democratic National Committee chair position, noted for his adept handling of par...
24 Jan 2025
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New San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie aims to turn around a city in decline
24 Jan 2025
Daniel Lurie, recently elected as San Francisco's mayor, is aiming to revitalize the city's spirit by focusing on unity and addressing local issues such as h...
24 Jan 2025
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Koch-affiliated policy advisor playing key role in isolationist Pentagon appointments
23 Jan 2025
The article discusses the influence of Dan Caldwell, a Koch-affiliated policy advisor, on isolationist leaning Pentagon appointments during Donald Trump's ad...
23 Jan 2025
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Israeli right still hopeful about Trump presidency despite ‘terrible’ cease-fire deal
21 Jan 2025
Following a controversial cease-fire agreement between Israel and Hamas, which was facilitated under significant pressure from Donald Trump's incoming admini...
21 Jan 2025