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Breaking: UCLA is silencing Jewish critics of Israel, Israeli-American student says
23 Mar
UCLA is being accused of silencing Jewish critics of Israel following a lawsuit filed by Binyamin Moryosef, an Israeli-American student, and over 30 others. ...
23 Mar
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Huckabee Announces Adult Circumcision
3 Mar
In a bizarre and controversial statement, U.S. Ambassador to Israel Nominee Mike Huckabee disclosed during his confirmation hearing that he had undergone an ...
3 Mar
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Bari Weiss and Jonathan Greenblatt would like you to ignore all those Nazi salutes, thank you very much…
28 Feb
The article critiques Bari Weiss and Jonathan Greenblatt, accusing them of downplaying right-wing extremism by excusing Nazi salutes, as seen recently with E...
28 Feb
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From the Eyes of an American Jewish Activist in Jerusalem
14 Feb
Elly Oltersdorf, an American Jewish activist living in Jerusalem, reflects on her experiences and emotional turmoil amidst the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian co...
14 Feb
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Music in Yiddishland – In Conversation with Kleztronica’s Chaia
7 Feb
Kleztronica, an innovative fusion of klezmer and techno music, is gaining traction among young Jews seeking alternative cultural spaces. Created by Chaia, Kl...
7 Feb
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Not Even A Jewfro Can Save You, Mark Zuckerberg
3 Feb
Basha Lox's article critiques Mark Zuckerberg’s recent actions and image changes, linking them to his controversial relationship with Donald Trump and proble...
3 Feb
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The ‘Feh’ is Coming From Inside the House
31 Jan
In his latest memoir, "Feh," Shalom Auslander revisits his Haredi upbringing to explore the deep-seated misanthropy and self-loathing he terms "feh." Trigger...
31 Jan
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New Beginnings: How Do We Use Hebrew, Hebrew Dialect and Intentionality
24 Jan
Reflecting on two havdalah gatherings organized by the Students for Justice in Palestine at a university, the author deliberates on the intentionality of cho...
24 Jan
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My Brother, Father Christmas
25 Dec 2024
Jewish identity, family traditions, and societal roles come into humorous play as Evie Klein narrates her family's unique holiday experience with her brother...
25 Dec 2024
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A Year in Retrospect: ‘The Gospel According To Chaim’ Makes Yiddish Theater History
23 Dec 2024
The Gospel According to Chaim, a historic Yiddish play by Mikhl Yashinsky, premiered on Christmas Eve 2023, marking the first original Yiddish-language drama...
23 Dec 2024
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New Beginnings: Unfolding
18 Dec 2024
Rina Shamilov poignantly captures the complex emotions involved in leaving home and entering a new phase of life amid family crisis. As she travels from New ...
18 Dec 2024
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They’re Good People, I Promise…
11 Dec 2024
A Connecticut College student grapples with their complex Jewish identity amidst tensions between support for Israel and solidarity with Palestinian activism...
11 Dec 2024
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New Beginnings: The Haste Land
9 Dec 2024
Aliza Yona Abusch-Magder's poem "The Burial Of The Dead" explores complex themes of Jewish identity, nationalism, and the tension between tradition and moder...
9 Dec 2024
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New Beginnings: Modern Jewry was Created in Seven Days
19 Nov 2024
Evie Klein's "New Beginnings: Modern Jewry was Created in Seven Days" is a satirical exploration of Jewish cultural evolution, paralleling the biblical creat...
19 Nov 2024
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Moshe Feldenkrais: The Man Who Taught Ben-Gurion to Stand on his Head
12 Nov 2024
Moshe Feldenkrais, an influential figure in the modern wellness movement, is depicted as not only a pioneer in mind-body connection techniques but also as a ...
12 Nov 2024
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None Of Us Are Safe
6 Nov 2024
Akiva Colin Haskins argues that Donald Trump's re-election represents a critical moment for American Jewish communities, particularly those aligned with prog...
6 Nov 2024
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Washed Away
12 Oct 2024
E. Rafael Jacob Perez reflects on the emotional weight and divisiveness experienced during the past year, coinciding with the High Holidays, and the conflict...
12 Oct 2024
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Not All Kinds of Jewish
4 Oct 2024
Dalya Lessem Elnecave explores the intricate dynamics of being an anti-Zionist observant Jew involved with Hillel at Brandeis University. Despite expectation...
4 Oct 2024
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Comic Books Are Full of Jews, But Where Are They?
27 Sep 2024
Exploring the Jewish roots and representation in comic books, this article highlights the often overlooked Jewish influence on iconic characters like Batman ...
27 Sep 2024
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A Call For a Modern Chavurah: Imagining a Future Beyond Hillel
13 Sep 2024
The article explores the tension between traditional campus Jewish life, dominated by Hillel International, and the growing number of Jewish students who fee...
13 Sep 2024
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How the Kneecap Movie Made Me Want to Learn Yiddish
16 Aug 2024
The article discusses the impact of the film "Kneecap" on the author's desire to learn Yiddish, despite their Irish heritage and connection to the themes of ...
16 Aug 2024
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Judaism as a Niche
12 Jul 2024
The author reflects on their experience as a Jewish media writer, discussing the challenges and nuances of covering Jewish-related topics in outlets like Tim...
12 Jul 2024
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Conversations and Conversion: On Judeo-Arab Roots
5 Jul 2024
The text delves into the complexities of Jewish identity, particularly for converts and those with roots in Arab lands. It discusses the tension between Jewi...
5 Jul 2024
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Onward
2 Jul 2024
The text explores the author's journey in delving into various diasporic Jewish languages, such as Ladino and Juhuri. The importance of embracing multiple Je...
2 Jul 2024
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Geographies of Transgression
28 Jun 2024
The text delves into the experiences of a person navigating Orthodox Judaism as a queer individual, shedding light on themes of visibility, surveillance, tra...
28 Jun 2024
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Gufim: Words on Blood, Butches, and Body
21 Jun 2024
This text is part of the Gufim series exploring embodiment and our relationship to our bodies from a Jewish perspective, focusing on various topics like disa...
21 Jun 2024
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Adventures With Blay Vaks: Dorm-Room Rituals Against the Evil Eye
17 Jun 2024
The text discusses the author's belief in the Evil Eye, which they see as affecting people through speech and glances, and their use of a ritual called Blay ...
17 Jun 2024
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The Mend
10 Jun 2024
The text explores the theme of broken dolls as a metaphor for personal and societal struggles, focusing on the history of doll hospitals founded by Jewish im...
10 Jun 2024
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Bloom
3 Jun 2024
In this piece, a young person recounts their experience at an Orthodox Jewish seminary during the COVID-19 pandemic quarantine. The narrator forms a connecti...
3 Jun 2024
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10 Articles on Campus Protests, by & for Students
22 May 2024
Campus protests concerning Israel/Palestine have unfolded at universities nationwide, involving Gaza Solidarity Encampments, student arrests, clashes with ad...
22 May 2024
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Snapshots from Campus
15 May 2024
The article discusses the diversity of Jewish student experiences on college campuses during times of protests, highlighting that Jewish students, like the b...
15 May 2024
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Snapshots of Campus: Submit Yours
13 May 2024
Jewish students on campus are invited to share snapshots of their Jewish campus life this spring by submitting a photograph and a caption of under 100 words ...
13 May 2024
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A Seder for Two: Me and Elijah
21 Apr 2024
Ashton Macklin, a Jewish Media Fellow, has crafted a thought-provoking Passover resource titled "A Seder for Two: Me and Elijah." Highlighting the evolving n...
21 Apr 2024
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“Science is not enough:” How Jewish Tradition Keeps Climate Activists Afloat
21 Apr 2024
Jewish environmental organizations are leveraging Jewish traditional thought, such as the concept of Bal Tashhit (do not destroy), to drive climate activism ...
21 Apr 2024
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A Decade of New Voices Passovers
19 Apr 2024
As Passover approaches, New Voices offers a retrospective on a decade of articles, including discussions on diverse seder plate additions, self-customized ha...
19 Apr 2024
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Defying Orthodoxies on Israel/Palestine: A YU Student’s Journey
17 Apr 2024
An Orthodox Jewish student from Yeshiva University recounts their journey of grappling with their views on the Israel-Palestine conflict. Initially a passion...
17 Apr 2024
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“Her memories will become monuments”: On Poland, Irena Klepfisz, and the Search for Home
11 Apr 2024
The text delves into a reflective journey to Poland, exploring Jewish heritage and identity through the lens of poet Irena Klepfisz. The narrator's connectio...
11 Apr 2024
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“Her memories will become monuments”: On Poland, Irena Klepfisz, and the Search for Home
11 Apr 2024
The text discusses a personal journey to Poland, guided by reflections on the poet Irena Klepfisz and the complexity of Jewish history and identity. Through ...
11 Apr 2024
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The New Jewish Daddy
9 Apr 2024
The article delves into the evolution of Jewish masculinity over the years, touching upon historical figures such as Leonard Cohen and exploring the contempo...
9 Apr 2024
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The New Jewish Daddy
9 Apr 2024
The text discusses the evolution of Jewish masculinity from historical representations to contemporary expressions, focusing on figures like Leonard Cohen an...
9 Apr 2024
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Gufim: overheard in the dressing room
28 Mar 2024
The text is a brief mention of an article or piece titled "Gufim: overheard in the dressing room" featured on the New Voices platform. The content or main po...
28 Mar 2024
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Gufim: overheard in the dressing room
28 Mar 2024
The article titled "Gufim: overheard in the dressing room" can be found on the New Voices website.
28 Mar 2024
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Our Adar Hearts
22 Mar 2024
Gashmius Magazine and the New Voices Fellows engaged in studying hasidic texts, exploring the idea that Torah is continuously given since Sinai. Emphasizing ...
22 Mar 2024
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Our Adar Hearts
22 Mar 2024
Gashmius Magazine recently engaged with the New Voices Fellows in a study of Hasidic texts, inspiring participants to see Torah as continually evolving. A ke...
22 Mar 2024
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Diet Culture Has Permeated the Holiest Spaces of Judaism
21 Mar 2024
The author reflects on their journey with fasting in Judaism, initially finding it spiritually meaningful but later struggling with the influence of diet cul...
21 Mar 2024
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Diet Culture Has Permeated the Holiest Spaces of Judaism
21 Mar 2024
The author reflects on their experience with fasting in Judaism, initially finding deep spiritual meaning in it but later grappling with its association with...
21 Mar 2024
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L’Dor V’Dor: The Resilience of Ethiopian Jewish Practice
21 Feb 2024
The article discusses the resilience of Ethiopian Jewish practices, highlighting how the community maintains its identity and religious traditions despite ch...
21 Feb 2024
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L’dor V’dor: The Resilience of Ethiopian Jewish Practice
21 Feb 2024
The text explores the resilience of Ethiopian Jewish practice, highlighting the return to roots and demands of the younger generation, the mythologization of...
21 Feb 2024
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Shabbat, Chronic Illness, & Radical Rest
15 Feb 2024
In this essay, the author recounts their experience of finding solace and meaning in Shabbat after being diagnosed with a chronic illness. They discuss how s...
15 Feb 2024
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Shabbat, Chronic Illness, & Radical Rest
15 Feb 2024
The essay explores the intersection of Shabbat observance, chronic illness, and the importance of radical rest. The author shares their personal journey of f...
15 Feb 2024