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The Shadow Election
14 Feb 2020
The article discusses the end of an era in world affairs marked by a decline in the promotion of democratic ideals which were central to post-World War II in...
14 Feb 2020
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Welcoming Michael Lind
12 Feb 2020
Tablet is proud to announce Michael Lind as its newest columnist. Lind, known for numerous books and contributions to prestigious publications, will be focus...
12 Feb 2020
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In a Birch Forest, With the KGB
11 Feb 2020
The text recounts the author's experiences traveling to the Soviet Union in 1974 to support refuseniks and advocate for Jewish rights, including encounters w...
11 Feb 2020
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Learning to Love Yiddish
11 Feb 2020
The author reflects on their changing perception of Yiddish, initially viewed with disdain due to family attitudes and societal influences, before discoverin...
11 Feb 2020
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My Favorite Singer Brother, I.J.
10 Feb 2020
Israel Joshua Singer, the less recognized brother of Isaac Bashevis Singer, is highlighted as a superior novelist by a writer enamored with his epic work "Th...
10 Feb 2020
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The Kindest of Strangers
7 Feb 2020
Salka Viertel, a prominent figure in European stage acting and Hollywood screenwriting during the first half of the 20th century, is celebrated not only for ...
7 Feb 2020
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Treat or Trick?
7 Feb 2020
In a discussion recalling childhood memories within a Jewish context, two writers recount their experiences with bokser, the carob pods traditionally eaten o...
7 Feb 2020
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What Was Brexit Like, Daddy?
6 Feb 2020
On January 31, 2020, after 47 years of membership, the United Kingdom officially left the European Union following the Brexit referendum in 2016. The split b...
6 Feb 2020
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How Do You Say ‘Quidditch’ in Yiddish?
6 Feb 2020
The official Yiddish translation of the first Harry Potter book, "Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone," has been released nearly 23 years after the origi...
6 Feb 2020
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The New American Millennial Right
5 Feb 2020
The GOP has seen a shift with the rise of a new American millennial right, diverging from traditional capitalism towards a focus on the working class and mid...
5 Feb 2020
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Iran’s Spy Games Can Turn Deadly
4 Feb 2020
The article discusses Iran's history of strategic maneuvers and using proxies in activities such as hostage-taking and terrorist activities. It highlights in...
4 Feb 2020
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Weekend at Bernie’s
31 Jan 2020
Senator Bernie Sanders, who in the past avoided emphasizing his Jewish identity, has now openly discussed his Judaism, using it to counter accusations of ant...
31 Jan 2020
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Heifetz’s Violin
31 Jan 2020
The text delves into the musical journey of Emily Gresser, a talented violinist who studied under prominent teachers like Sam Franko, defying societal norms ...
31 Jan 2020
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Trees Grow in Brooklyn
31 Jan 2020
The text discusses the author's experiences and reflections on being a Sephardic Jew living in Brooklyn amidst a spate of hate crimes against Jews. It touche...
31 Jan 2020
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In Light of Rising Anti-Semitism, Rethinking Black-Jewish Relations
29 Jan 2020
In the face of rising anti-Semitism, discussions around black-Jewish relations have become crucial. Recent anti-Semitic attacks perpetrated by black individu...
29 Jan 2020
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Bye-Bye Barneys
29 Jan 2020
Barneys, the iconic department store that embodied luxury and style for almost a century, is closing its doors due to financial difficulties. Known for its h...
29 Jan 2020
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A Russian Typewriter Longs for Her Master
28 Jan 2020
The author drives to their Cape Cod house each May, recalling childhood memories of a dacha in Russia. During a visit in 2019, they are accompanied by a youn...
28 Jan 2020
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The Myth of Chosenness
28 Jan 2020
The text delves into the concept of the "Myth of Chosenness" in Judaism, exploring how the idea of Jews being chosen by God has been perceived and internaliz...
28 Jan 2020
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Tel Aviv’s Global Menu
27 Jan 2020
Neve Shaanan, a neighborhood in Tel Aviv, has transformed into a diverse area filled with migrants from various countries including Eritrea, Sudan, West Afri...
27 Jan 2020
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2019’s Best Holocaust Books for Kids
24 Jan 2020
In 2019, a notable amount of 27 Holocaust books for kids and teens were published, prompting a reflection on the dominating presence of Holocaust narratives ...
24 Jan 2020
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And Statistics
24 Jan 2020
Jules Feiffer, renowned for his work in noir graphic novels, brings his latest series to a close with "The Ghost Script." Known for his incisive wit and shar...
24 Jan 2020
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The Zionist X-Ray
23 Jan 2020
The text discusses the intersection of literature, politics, and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict through the lens of prominent Arab authors like Emile Habib...
23 Jan 2020
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Adonis in Jerusalem
22 Jan 2020
Adonis, a prolific poet born in Syria and residing in France, published a poem titled "Jerusalem" that delves into the city's themes, reflecting anger toward...
22 Jan 2020
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Bellow in Jerusalem
21 Jan 2020
"To Jerusalem and Back" by Saul Bellow is a memoir of his time in Israel, reflecting on the city's blend of reality and literary influence, mirroring earlier...
21 Jan 2020
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Winter White
21 Jan 2020
Israeli chef Yoram Nitzan, known for his seafood at the renowned Mul-Yam restaurant which sadly burned down in 2015, has shifted to cooking kosher cuisine at...
21 Jan 2020
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Reclaiming Jewish Life After the Nightmare of Communism
21 Jan 2020
In the aftermath of the fall of communism in 1989, Jewish communities in Soviet satellite states such as Poland, Czechoslovakia, Hungary, Romania, East Germa...
21 Jan 2020
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Talking About Miscarriage
17 Jan 2020
The author reflects on their experiences with miscarriages, particularly their second consecutive miscarriage right before Rosh Hashanah. They discuss the pa...
17 Jan 2020
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Russia, My Homeland
15 Jan 2020
The author reflects on his father's Russian character, his family's origins in Kamenetz-Podolski, and the discovery of his mother's Lithuanian heritage. He d...
15 Jan 2020
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Safed Kabbalah and Renaissance Italy
15 Jan 2020
The text discusses the interaction between Safed Kabbalah and Renaissance Italy, exploring the connection between Safedian kabbalists like Isaac Luria and th...
15 Jan 2020
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Who Owns the Black Hat?
14 Jan 2020
The discussion revolves around the academic study of Hasidism, focusing on a shift towards conservative interpretations known as neo-Haredim, challenging the...
14 Jan 2020
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The Fugitive
14 Jan 2020
Dassi Erlich, a former student at Adass Israel School in Melbourne, along with her sisters Nicole Meyer and Elly Sapper, have accused their former principal,...
14 Jan 2020
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Berenice, the Jewish Queen of Rome, and the Origins of Replacement Theory
13 Jan 2020
The text discusses the historical fear of Jews replacing existing power structures, focusing on Berenice's potential influence on Roman Emperor Titus and the...
13 Jan 2020
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The Talmud Adami: Adam Kirsch’s Complete ‘Daf Yomi’ Columns
10 Jan 2020
"The Talmud Adami" by Adam Kirsch captures a series of columns focusing on various tractates of the Talmud discussed within a Daf Yomi framework. Covering a ...
10 Jan 2020
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Elizabeth Wurtzel, 1967-2020
8 Jan 2020
Elizabeth Wurtzel, known for pioneering confessional memoirs and her critical work, passed away at 52 due to complications from metastatic breast cancer. Des...
8 Jan 2020
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Back From the Dead
7 Jan 2020
Simon Phippen, an 85-year-old resident of Andover, England, is officially registering himself as alive at Yad Vashem after being listed as dead for over six ...
7 Jan 2020
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In 2019, Israel Turned Japanese
7 Jan 2020
In 2019, Israeli culture saw significant Japanese influences in both a graphic novel and a music video. The graphic novel "Piece of Mind" by Nimrod Frydman a...
7 Jan 2020
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The Prophet
6 Jan 2020
Devorah Halberstam, co-founder of the Jewish Children's Museum in Brooklyn, became involved in counterterrorism efforts after her son Ari was murdered in a t...
6 Jan 2020
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Social Justice in Detroit
2 Jan 2020
In the 1920s in Detroit, Henry Ford fueled anti-Semitic sentiment through articles in the Dearborn Independent, though he later apologized. Father Charles Co...
2 Jan 2020
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The Rise of Men’s Clubs
30 Dec 2019
This article explores the historical rise of men's clubs within American Jewish communities during the early 20th century, particularly following the 1927 su...
30 Dec 2019
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The Boats of Cherbourg
24 Dec 2019
The article discusses the development of missile boats by the Israeli navy in response to the sinking of their destroyer Eilat by a Soviet-made missile boat ...
24 Dec 2019
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Getting Randy for Christmas
24 Dec 2019
Randy Rainbow, a comedic musical satirist, has found fame by creating viral parody videos often targeting political figures like Donald Trump. Despite callin...
24 Dec 2019
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My Hanukkah in Hell
24 Dec 2019
In 1989, during the fall of the dictator Nicolae Ceaușescu in Romania, a journalist reflects on his experience attempting to cover the events during Hanukkah...
24 Dec 2019
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Bringing Biblical Plants Back to Israel
23 Dec 2019
In Israel, there is a movement to revive biblical-era plants like frankincense and myrrh, which have not been grown locally for centuries. Guy Erlich is one ...
23 Dec 2019
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A Gay American German in Hitler’s Berlin
23 Dec 2019
"The Berlin Mission: The American Who Resisted Nazi Germany from Within" by Richard Breitman recounts the story of Raymond Geist, an American consul in Berli...
23 Dec 2019
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Deck the Walls
23 Dec 2019
Jules Feiffer, recognized for his poignant literary and artistic contributions, particularly in graphic novels, has shifted towards a new creative endeavor f...
23 Dec 2019
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The Essence of Khanike
20 Dec 2019
The discussion delves into the complexities of Jewish identity and tradition in modern times, particularly focusing on the controversies surrounding Jewish s...
20 Dec 2019
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Q&A: The Passions of the Weiss
19 Dec 2019
The text discusses the evolution of taste-making systems in American literature and the impact of digital technologies on literary culture. It highlights the...
19 Dec 2019
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A Black Convert Saves Judaism in Small-Town Indiana
18 Dec 2019
Andre Allen Hairston, a black convert, discovered Judaism in an Indiana prison through weekly Torah studies led by rabbis aiming to convert inmates. After hi...
18 Dec 2019
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Pride and Prejudice at Fieldston
18 Dec 2019
The recent incident at the Ethical Culture Fieldston School, where guest speaker Kayum Ahmed likened Holocaust survivors to oppressors of Palestinians, has i...
18 Dec 2019
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The Darker Side of the Festival of Lights
17 Dec 2019
The text describes the author's difficult first Hanukkah as a single mother, grappling with the challenges of managing a household alone after a contentious ...
17 Dec 2019