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Tablet The Letters of the Eighteen 7 Nov 2019
Fifty years ago, the Soviet Zionist movement, known in America as the refuseniks movement, sparked a significant resurgence of Jewish identity when 18 religi...
7 Nov 2019
Tablet The Cross and the ‘Mechitza’: Thoughts on Ritual Pluralism 6 Nov 2019
The text explores the complexities of ritual pluralism within Jewish denominational spaces, focusing on the tensions between normative practices and deviant ...
6 Nov 2019
Tablet Writing ‘Akhnaten’ 6 Nov 2019
Philip Glass's Egyptian opera "Akhnaten" is set to be staged at the Metropolitan Opera, marking its American production story, which has been more modest tha...
6 Nov 2019
Tablet Porgy and Bess 5 Nov 2019
The Metropolitan Opera in New York is featuring George Gershwin's "Porgy and Bess" with an all-black cast, a choice stemming from Gershwin's desire to avoid ...
5 Nov 2019
Tablet The Revolt Against Iran 5 Nov 2019
Protests have erupted in Iraq and Lebanon as citizens revolt against their governments and Iran's influence over their countries, with demonstrators in Iraq ...
5 Nov 2019
Tablet In Pittsburgh, Hard Questions Unsettle a Somber Commemoration 4 Nov 2019
The text explores the commemoration of the first anniversary of the Tree of Life shooting in Pittsburgh. The event, carefully planned and somber, was seen by...
4 Nov 2019
Tablet Ray Charles in Israel 4 Nov 2019
Ray Charles, accompanied by the Raelettes, visited Israel in the early 1970s for a series of wildly successful concerts where fans cheered them in Jerusalem,...
4 Nov 2019
Tablet The Chosen 4 Nov 2019
Bob Tufts, a former baseball player and devoted Jew, intertwined his love for baseball and Judaism throughout his life. After excelling in baseball and acade...
4 Nov 2019
Tablet A Year After Pittsburgh, Time for Action 1 Nov 2019
A year after the Tree of Life shooting in Pittsburgh, the Jewish community reflects on the tragedy and the ongoing threat of anti-Semitism. While the period ...
1 Nov 2019
Tablet A Dance for Trump-o-ween! 31 Oct 2019
In an innovative cultural event, the concept of "Dance for Trump-o-ween!" has been introduced, intertwining political satire with festive crowd participation...
31 Oct 2019
Tablet Yes, It Is Good to Hate al-Baghdadi 30 Oct 2019
A recent U.S. operation successfully eliminated Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, sparking a debate on the ethics of hating extraordinarily evil individuals. Drawing fro...
30 Oct 2019
Tablet Where Are All the Scary Jewish Children’s Books? 30 Oct 2019
The article explores the dearth of scary Jewish children's literature beyond works by Eric A. Kimmel, known for his spooky tales like "Hershel and the Hanukk...
30 Oct 2019
Tablet Watching the Nationals Without My Father 29 Oct 2019
As the Washington Nationals compete in the World Series, the author reflects on watching the games without their recently deceased father, who shared a speci...
29 Oct 2019
Tablet Jewish Minestrone 29 Oct 2019
Italian Jewish minestrone soup holds a special place alongside traditional Jewish chicken soup as a comforting dish. It has nostalgic roots for Iraqi, Middle...
29 Oct 2019
Tablet What To Expect From Chaim Bloom, The New Head of Baseball Operations for the Boston Red Sox 28 Oct 2019
Chaim Bloom, the new head of baseball operations for the Boston Red Sox, is known for his admiration of Yankees general manager Brian Cashman and his focus o...
28 Oct 2019
Tablet Free College Tuition for American Jews 28 Oct 2019
The article suggests that American Jewish students facing hostility and ideological indoctrination in U.S. universities should consider studying in Israel wh...
28 Oct 2019
Tablet The Holocaust Book We Need Right Now 28 Oct 2019
In response to the overwhelming focus on Holocaust books for children and young adults, the author argues for a broader representation of Jewish stories beyo...
28 Oct 2019
Tablet The Codevilla Tapes 24 Oct 2019
The Codevilla Tapes discuss the complex nature of power and governance in America, highlighting the role of an elite ruling class that is purportedly impoten...
24 Oct 2019
Tablet Mr. Jimmy 23 Oct 2019
In 1968, the music producer Jimmy Miller was at the peak of his career, working with iconic bands like The Rolling Stones and Traffic, helping create some of...
23 Oct 2019
Tablet Banquo’s Ghost and the Fall of Hungarian Communism 23 Oct 2019
As Hungary commemorates the 30th anniversary of the fall of Communism in Central Europe, the author reflects on their time in Budapest in the late 1980s. Des...
23 Oct 2019
Tablet The Jewish Woman Who Invented Recycling 18 Oct 2019
Flora Spiegelberg, a Jewish woman from New York, played a pivotal role in advocating for modern waste disposal methods, including covered garbage cans and in...
18 Oct 2019
Tablet The Real Problem With Cancel Culture 16 Oct 2019
The discussion of cancel culture often overlooks a critical issue: the erosion of trust in society, leading to an atmosphere of suspicion and fear. As trust ...
16 Oct 2019
Tablet Israeli Apartheid Week on a South African Campus 16 Oct 2019
Israeli Apartheid Week at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg culminated in a heated confrontation between the Palestine Solidarity Committee...
16 Oct 2019
Tablet Learning Hebrew—at Last 10 Oct 2019
Roseanne Benjamin reflects on her delayed journey to learn Hebrew, despite her early exposure through Hebrew school and Jewish summer camp. Growing up in the...
10 Oct 2019
Tablet Smoke Signals in the Next Middle East War 8 Oct 2019
The article discusses the recent events in the Middle East, focusing on the attack on Saudi Arabia's oil facilities and the subsequent implications for Israe...
8 Oct 2019
Tablet The Refugees at the Table 7 Oct 2019
The author reflects on the significance of family meals during the High Holidays and the impact of reduced refugee entrance to America under President Trump,...
7 Oct 2019
Tablet Down With George Washington! 7 Oct 2019
The controversy surrounding Victor Arnautoff's murals at George Washington High School in San Francisco continues to escalate, with conflicting views on whet...
7 Oct 2019
Tablet Mourning an Abusive Parent 4 Oct 2019
The author recounts their complex relationship with their abusive father following his unexpected death. Despite struggling to mourn the abusive parent, the ...
4 Oct 2019
Tablet The Proust of Disillusion 3 Oct 2019
Gyrgy Konrd, a well-known Hungarian novelist and political dissident, captivated readers with his unique storytelling that delved into the grim realities of ...
3 Oct 2019
Tablet BDS Biter Kamila Shamsie Gets Bit, Loses Prize 2 Oct 2019
The British Pakistani novelist Kamila Shamsie was awarded the Nelly Sachs Prize by the city of Dortmund, only to have it rescinded due to her involvement in ...
2 Oct 2019
Tablet Q&A With Yosef Begun 27 Sep 2019
Yosef Begun, initially unknown outside Soviet prisons, gained recognition when Elie Wiesel mentioned him in a Nobel Prize speech. Begun's activism for Jewish...
27 Sep 2019
Tablet Is Alex Bregman Having the Best Season Ever by a Jewish Baseball Player? 27 Sep 2019
Alex Bregman's outstanding 2019 baseball season is being compared to other great seasons by Jewish baseball players, such as Ryan Braun, Shawn Green, Al Rose...
27 Sep 2019
Tablet What’s New About Our New Year? 27 Sep 2019
The text discusses the concept of renewal in the Jewish New Year. It emphasizes the importance of approaching Torah, the Land of Israel, and family life with...
27 Sep 2019
Tablet 100,000 Little Stalinists 25 Sep 2019
The text discusses the challenges faced by liberal thinkers and educators in navigating the increasingly restrictive and intolerant attitudes prevalent on co...
25 Sep 2019
Tablet America’s New Sex Bureaucracy 24 Sep 2019
Four feminist law professors at Harvard Law School, including Janet Halley and Jeannie Suk Gersen, have criticized the unfairness of campus Title IX tribunal...
24 Sep 2019
Tablet Between Two Promised Lands 24 Sep 2019
In "We Stand Divided," Daniel Gordis explores the longstanding rift between American Jews and Israel, tracing its roots back to differing views on religion, ...
24 Sep 2019
Tablet Now Is the Time to Stand Together 24 Sep 2019
The article emphasizes the importance of unity and solidarity within the Jewish community in the face of rising anti-Semitic violence. It highlights the need...
24 Sep 2019
Tablet Outside for the Holidays 23 Sep 2019
The author reflects on her evolving relationship with Rosh Hashanah, transitioning from synagogue celebrations to finding spiritual connection in nature, spe...
23 Sep 2019
Tablet Self-Portrait in Black and White 23 Sep 2019
In "Self-Portrait in Black and White: Unlearning Race," Thomas Chatterton Williams reflects on his personal journey as a black man who discovers he has fathe...
23 Sep 2019
Tablet Tying a Talmudic Knot 20 Sep 2019
This personal reflection explores the writer's experiences studying Talmud with their father since childhood, highlighting the intensity and complexity of th...
20 Sep 2019
Tablet Team Iran 20 Sep 2019
The text discusses the implications of Iran's recent strikes on Saudi Arabia relating to their nuclear ambitions and the complexities of US foreign policy in...
20 Sep 2019
Tablet Virgil and the Homeless Nations 20 Sep 2019
The text delves into reflections on the timeless influence of Virgil's works, particularly the Aeneid and Georgics, on various literary figures and cultures ...
20 Sep 2019
Tablet A Sweet Treat for the Holidays 18 Sep 2019
The emergence of a new twist on the traditional noodle kugel dish in American Jewish cuisine is highlighted, with Frosted Flakes cereal introduced as a toppi...
18 Sep 2019
Tablet The High Holiday Dilemma 17 Sep 2019
Interfaith couples often face challenges during Jewish holidays like the High Holidays, with Jewish partners sometimes experiencing difficulties similar to n...
17 Sep 2019
Tablet Elizabeth Warren in Washington Square 17 Sep 2019
Senator Elizabeth Warren delivered a powerful speech at Washington Square, referencing the historic Triangle Shirtwaist factory fire of 1911 to highlight the...
17 Sep 2019
Tablet Elizabeth Warren and the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire 17 Sep 2019
Elizabeth Warren delivered a speech at Washington Square Park focusing on the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire, drawing parallels between the tragedy and cor...
17 Sep 2019
Tablet The Hasidic Underground 17 Sep 2019
In the ultra-Orthodox enclave of Boro Park, Brooklyn, diverse Hasidic groups settled in the mid-20th century, leading to the neighborhood transforming into a...
17 Sep 2019
Tablet Practical Awe 13 Sep 2019
As the High Holidays approach, the article emphasizes the importance of deep reflection and self-improvement, particularly in the wake of events like the Tre...
13 Sep 2019
Tablet Live a Little 12 Sep 2019
In the text "Live a Little," a conversation between a mother and her son unravels, revealing a complex relationship. The mother, Princess Schweppessodawasser...
12 Sep 2019
Tablet Who Won the Cold War? 10 Sep 2019
The overthrow of Communism and the end of the Cold War were marked by various significant events across Eastern Europe. The collapse of the Berlin Wall on No...
10 Sep 2019