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Forward Kamala Harris says Trump’s reported admiration of Hitler’s generals is ‘deeply troubling’ 23 Oct 2024
With the 2024 presidential election looming, Vice President Kamala Harris criticizes Donald Trump for allegedly admiring Adolf Hitler's generals, based on in...
23 Oct 2024
Forward After a year that divided many Jews, a Simchat Torah tradition of togetherness resumes in Brooklyn 23 Oct 2024
In the wake of deeply polarizing events related to the Israel-Hamas conflict, the Jewish community in Brooklyn is striving to unite for the annual Simchat To...
23 Oct 2024
Forward Orthodox Jews navigate a World Series quandary: How to watch the games 23 Oct 2024
Orthodox Jewish baseball fans face a dilemma as the New York Yankees meet the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series, with significant games conflicting wit...
23 Oct 2024
Forward ‘I will never set foot there again’: Jewish Dems call for boycott of Hymie’s deli in Philly after Trump ad 23 Oct 2024
A controversy has erupted around Hymies Deli in Merion Station, Pennsylvania, after it was used as the setting for a pro-Trump advertisement by the Republica...
23 Oct 2024
Forward My mother survived the Holocaust — only to have antisemitism land on her doorstep here. 23 Oct 2024
Brian Sokol shares the story of his mother, Helene Hirschberg Sokol, a Holocaust survivor who faced renewed antisemitism in Somerville, Massachusetts. Helene...
23 Oct 2024
Forward I survived the Tree of Life shooting. Oct. 7 made the memory more painful 23 Oct 2024
Rabbi Jeffrey Myers, a survivor of the 2018 Tree of Life synagogue shooting, reflects on the profound challenges of remembrance amid ongoing grief. As his co...
23 Oct 2024
Forward Trump said Hitler did ‘good things’ — he’s not the only one who thinks that 23 Oct 2024
This piece examines a concerning trend of prominent figures expressing admiration or justification for Adolf Hitler's actions. It begins with a reference to ...
23 Oct 2024
Forward UCLA allowed antisemitism to fester amid pro-Palestinian protests, report says 23 Oct 2024
A report by UCLA's Task Force to Combat Antisemitism and Anti-Israeli Bias highlights a surge in antisemitic incidents during pro-Palestinian protests on cam...
23 Oct 2024
Forward Sitting shiva for his wife, an overcaffeinated academic is scalded by grief 23 Oct 2024
Mark Haber's novel "Lesser Ruins" offers a layered, introspective, and often comedic exploration of grief, creativity, and personal failure. The protagonist,...
23 Oct 2024
Forward Why Jewish voter turnout matters in this election 23 Oct 2024
In the 2024 U.S. presidential election, the Jewish vote is poised to be significantly influential, especially given its high voter turnout and concentration ...
23 Oct 2024
Forward VIDEO: The Satmar girl who became a rock star 23 Oct 2024
A documentary video explores the inspiring journey of a girl from the Satmar Hasidic community who transitions into the world of rock music, carving her own ...
23 Oct 2024
Forward Pittsburgh’s Jews, united by Tree of Life shooting, divided by election and Gaza war 23 Oct 2024
Pittsburgh's Jewish community, once united by the 2018 Tree of Life synagogue shooting, faces deep divisions exacerbated by the upcoming election and ongoing...
23 Oct 2024
Forward ‘Gaza solidarity’ sukkahs test new campus protest rules 22 Oct 2024
Jewish students at various U.S. universities are building 'Gaza solidarity sukkahs' as an expression of protest against Israeli policies, coinciding with Suk...
22 Oct 2024
Forward After Sinwar's death, is war really over? 22 Oct 2024
The article examines the aftermath of Sinwar's death and explores whether his death marks the end of conflict or merely a shift in tactics. It raises the que...
22 Oct 2024
Forward How George Harrison, the Beatles’ unsung hero, wrote his own ‘Hallelujah’ 22 Oct 2024
George Harrison, often considered the modest and spiritual Beatle, emerges in a new light in Seth Rogovoy's exploration of his musical contributions. Rogovoy...
22 Oct 2024
Forward New York Democratic Socialists reject censure of Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez for hosting antisemitism panel 22 Oct 2024
The New York City chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) has rejected a proposal to censure Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez for hosting an antis...
22 Oct 2024
Forward What if Sinwar had come out with his hands up? 22 Oct 2024
The article explores the hypothetical scenario of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar surrendering to Israeli forces instead of being killed. While the elimination of ...
22 Oct 2024
Forward Would you put jalapeños in matzo ball soup? This Mexican Jewish cookbook says, 'sí' 22 Oct 2024
"Sabor Judo: The Jewish Mexican Cookbook," authored by Ilan Stavans and Margaret E. Boyle, offers a vibrant fusion of Jewish and Mexican cuisines, with recip...
22 Oct 2024
Forward Data is squishy, and other lessons from the Forward's poll of American Jews 22 Oct 2024
In his article on the Forward's poll of American Jews, Arno Rosenfeld explores the nuanced and sometimes contradictory findings regarding antisemitism, campu...
22 Oct 2024
Forward Data is squishy, and other lessons from the Forward's poll of American Jews 22 Oct 2024
Arno Rosenfeld reflects on the challenges and insights gained from shaping the Forward-CHIP50 poll, which explores American Jewish opinions on topics such as...
22 Oct 2024
Forward This writer has finally forgiven Glenn Close; whether Glenn Close cares is another story 22 Oct 2024
Bruce Eric Kaplan’s memoir, "They Went Another Way," chronicles his frustrating experiences in Hollywood as he struggles to get a series greenlit. Known for ...
22 Oct 2024
Forward The accordion is an instrument of sorrow and celebration — does that make it Jewish? 22 Oct 2024
The article explores the complex cultural ties between Jewish music traditions and the accordion, an instrument often associated with both sorrow and celebra...
22 Oct 2024
Forward 2 pro-Israel activists arrested for violence at UCLA encampment last spring 21 Oct 2024
Two pro-Israel activists have been arrested following a violent encounter at a pro-Palestinian encampment at UCLA last spring. The incident, which occurred o...
21 Oct 2024
Forward Silent dancing on Simchat Torah? A joyous Jewish holiday is remade for a mournful anniversary. 21 Oct 2024
This Simchat Torah, Jewish communities worldwide are balancing the traditional joy of the holiday with the somber memory of the attack that occurred on Octob...
21 Oct 2024
Forward I tracked anti-Jewish extremism for 25 years. Reelecting Trump will make it worse 21 Oct 2024
Rita Katz, an experienced counterterrorism expert, analyzes the connection between Donald Trump's political presence and the surge of antisemitic extremism i...
21 Oct 2024
Forward This election, the Jewish commitment to human rights is on the ballot 21 Oct 2024
The article by Robert Bank highlights the significant role the upcoming U.S. election plays in shaping global human rights, emphasizing the Jewish commitment...
21 Oct 2024
Forward I ran Israel’s largest company. Here’s why I support Kamala Harris. 21 Oct 2024
Jeremy Levin, former CEO of Israel's Teva Pharmaceuticals, endorses Kamala Harris for U.S. president, citing her democratic values, commitment to reproductiv...
21 Oct 2024
Forward This remarkable story will help us dance on Simchat Torah 21 Oct 2024
The story of Gali Segal and Ben Binyamin, who survived a terrorist attack but lost their legs, offers a poignant reflection on celebrating Simchat Torah amid...
21 Oct 2024
Forward Shirel Golan survived the Nova massacre but died by suicide. Online denial may be to blame 21 Oct 2024
Shirel Golan, a survivor of the October 7 Nova festival massacre in Israel, tragically died by suicide, highlighting the severe mental health toll on survivo...
21 Oct 2024
Forward The latest episode of Marvel's 'Agatha All Along' opens with a bar mitzvah. How’d they pick the Torah portion? 21 Oct 2024
The latest episode of Marvel's 'Agatha All Along' uniquely features a bar mitzvah scene, showcasing the character William Kaplan. The show's producers endeav...
21 Oct 2024
Forward The true story behind 'Call Me By Your Name' is a profoundly Jewish one 21 Oct 2024
Andre Aciman's latest work, *Roman Year*, offers a reflective memoir that delves into his experiences as a Jewish exile from Alexandria, Egypt, navigating li...
21 Oct 2024
Forward Arnold Rothstein did fix the World Series and other Jewish facts from a historian of baseball and New York 21 Oct 2024
Kevin Baker's book, "The New York Game: Baseball and the Rise of a New City," delves into the intertwined history of New York City's rise and the evolution o...
21 Oct 2024
Forward How sci-fi visionary Isaac Asimov foresaw the madness of our forthcoming election 21 Oct 2024
As election day approaches, Robert Zaretsky reflects on Isaac Asimov's prescient short story "Franchise," which depicts a single voter, Norman Muller, chosen...
21 Oct 2024
Forward ‘Humans of Judaism’ tells the Jewish story, from the shtetl to Sandy Koufax to Hasidic rapper Nissim Black 21 Oct 2024
Nikki Schreiber, creator of the "Humans of Judaism" Instagram page, expands her digital storytelling into a new book filled with Jewish narratives from vario...
21 Oct 2024
Forward Doug Emhoff: Jewish support for Trump is ‘shocking’ and ‘vexing’ 21 Oct 2024
Doug Emhoff, the second gentleman, expressed his confusion and concern over Jewish American support for former President Donald Trump. At a rally in Southfie...
21 Oct 2024
Forward Exclusive: GOP nominee for Senate says Christian nationalist who trafficked in antisemitism has ‘moral courage’ 20 Oct 2024
David McCormick, the Republican Senate nominee in Pennsylvania, is stirring controversy by praising Doug Mastriano, a Christian nationalist with a history of...
20 Oct 2024
Forward Biden ambassador: Blindly supporting Israel is not friendship 20 Oct 2024
U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel defended President Biden's approach to the Israel-Hamas conflict, emphasizing that true friendship involves honesty rat...
20 Oct 2024
Forward Sinwar, Sukkot and what Netanyahu needs to do now 18 Oct 2024
In the midst of Sukkot, Israel's announcement of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar's assassination poses significant challenges for the nation's leadership. Jodi Rud...
18 Oct 2024
Forward Why we should listen to Ta-Nehisi Coates even if we may disagree with him 18 Oct 2024
Olivia Haynie reflects on Ta-Nehisi Coates' new book, "The Message," which explores the power of narrative in both perpetuating and challenging systemic oppr...
18 Oct 2024
Forward Why I named my newborn son after Hersh Goldberg-Polin 18 Oct 2024
Writer Danielle Berrin shares the emotional story behind naming her newborn son Moses Tzvi in honor of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, a young Israeli who was kidnappe...
18 Oct 2024
Forward Can you be buried in a Jewish cemetery if you die by assisted suicide? 18 Oct 2024
Assisted suicide remains a complex issue in Jewish burial practices due to its prohibition in traditional Jewish law. However, as revealed in a discussion fr...
18 Oct 2024
Forward A nationalist religious group has swelled the ranks of Israel’s military 18 Oct 2024
The Hardal sector, a blend of ultra-Orthodox Haredi Judaism and nationalist ideology, is increasingly influencing the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) with poten...
18 Oct 2024
Forward The most antisemitic university president you’ve never heard of 18 Oct 2024
Isaiah Bowman, president of Johns Hopkins University from 1935-1948, is highlighted as a significant yet under-recognized figure in the history of antisemiti...
18 Oct 2024
Forward The most antisemitic university president you’ve never heard of 18 Oct 2024
Isaiah Bowman, who served as president of Johns Hopkins University from 1935 to 1948, remains a figure of controversy due to his pronounced antisemitic and e...
18 Oct 2024
Forward Poll: Jews divided over role of police, censorship to address campus protests 17 Oct 2024
A recent Forward-CHIP50 poll reveals that American Jews are divided over the use of police and censorship to manage campus protests regarding Israel. While n...
17 Oct 2024
Forward No, Trump did not bring peace to the Middle East 17 Oct 2024
Dalia Delissa Kaye critiques former President Donald Trump's alleged peace-building efforts in the Middle East, arguing that his policies exacerbated regiona...
17 Oct 2024
Forward I’m Manhattan’s district attorney. This is how I’m combatting antisemitism 17 Oct 2024
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg addresses the rise of antisemitism in New York, emphasizing his office's proactive measures to combat hate crimes. Br...
17 Oct 2024
Forward Judaism is a "silent character" in Nora Ephron's legacy 17 Oct 2024
Ilana Kaplan's new book, "Nora Ephron: At The Movies," explores the celebrated filmmaker's enduring legacy, emphasizing her rom-coms like "When Harry Met Sal...
17 Oct 2024
Forward Kosher pork and Jews riding sows — how pigs came to define Jewish identity 17 Oct 2024
Pigs have historically been a significant symbol in defining Jewish identity, as explored in Jordan D. Rosenblum's new book, "Forbidden: A 3000-year History ...
17 Oct 2024
Forward Ex-hasidic, trans and brutally honest, Lili Rosen invites you to her ‘Second Circumcision’ 17 Oct 2024
Lili Rosen's one-woman play, "The Second Circumcision of Lili Rosen," vividly portrays her journey of gender transition and her complex relationship with her...
17 Oct 2024