Emes Ve-Emunah
Why Do They Leave?
13 Sep
The article delves into the complex dynamics of individuals who leave Orthodox Judaism, known as "Off the Derech" (OTD). A focal point is the conference host...
13 Sep
Emes Ve-Emunah
Is Hamas Destroyed?
12 Sep
The article evaluates whether the war between Israel and Hamas should continue, questioning if Hamas has already been sufficiently weakened. Despite signs of...
12 Sep
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About Last Night
11 Sep
In a recent debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, Trump's performance was marked by his characteristic exaggerations and irrelevant tangents, such a...
11 Sep
Emes Ve-Emunah
Of Drafts and Protests
10 Sep
The contentious issue of drafting Charedi Jews into the IDF is heating up in Israel. With manpower stretched thin due to ongoing tensions with Hamas, the Isr...
10 Sep
Emes Ve-Emunah
Trump, Harris, and the Polls
9 Sep
Amid a backdrop of domestic issues and societal divisions, a poll indicates that 65% of American voters believe the country is headed in the wrong direction....
9 Sep
Emes Ve-Emunah
A Beautiful But Flawed Tribute to Rachel Goldberg-Polin
8 Sep
Rachel Goldberg-Polin has emerged as a prominent figure representing hostage families, known for her eloquence and unwavering faith during her son's ordeal w...
8 Sep
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The Truth About Charedim In The IDF
6 Sep
Rabbi Chaim Goldberg provides a first-hand account of his experiences in a Charedi unit within the IDF, challenging the narrative that army service leads to ...
6 Sep
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Giving Hamas What They Want for the Hostages
5 Sep
The article discusses a political analysis by Douglas Murray on the situation between Israel, Hamas, and the United States. Murray argues against the popular...
5 Sep
Emes Ve-Emunah
The Tragedy That Is Doug Emhoff
4 Sep
Doug Emhoff, the Second Gentleman of the United States and husband of Vice President Kamala Harris, is a figure of interest among American Jews due to his hi...
4 Sep
Emes Ve-Emunah
About Being Closed Minded
3 Sep
The article discusses the polarized views on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's handling of the situation involving the deaths of six hostages durin...
3 Sep
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The Absurdity of Vilifying Democrats
2 Sep
The article emphasizes the necessity for the Jewish community to maintain bipartisanship in its political engagements, particularly with regard to Israel. Ra...
2 Sep
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Finishing Off Hamas - And Dealing with Iran
1 Sep
The article articulates a strong stance against Hamas and Iran in the context of the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict, exacerbated by the killing of Isra...
1 Sep
Emes Ve-Emunah
Building a Shul on Har HaBayis
30 Aug
This article discusses the contentious proposal by Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir to build a synagogue on the Temple Mount, a move oppose...
30 Aug
Emes Ve-Emunah
Why School Choice is So Important
29 Aug
The article discusses concerns about LGBTQ representation in public education and advocates for school choice, emphasizing the tension between modern LGBTQ a...
29 Aug
Emes Ve-Emunah
The Left's Influence on Democratic Support for Israel
28 Aug
The article discusses the increasing influence of pro-Palestinian sentiments within the Democratic Party and its impact on Jewish support for Israel. It high...
28 Aug
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The Never Ending War
27 Aug
This reflective piece questions the long-term efficacy and potential outcomes of Israel's ongoing conflict with Hamas, highlighting the complex dynamics at p...
27 Aug
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Analysis of An Anti Charedi Secular Jew
26 Aug
The article examines the views of a secular Israeli who advocates for integrating Charedi youth into secular Zionist society, suggesting that providing them ...
26 Aug
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Have We Lost Our Minds?
25 Aug
This article addresses the growing political polarization in the United States, focusing on the perceived loss of rational discourse and the rise of extreme ...
25 Aug
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Mentchlichkeit Versus Policy
23 Aug
The article discusses the virtues and challenges associated with Kamala Harris's potential presidency, particularly focusing on her character, described by t...
23 Aug
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Jewish Settlers
22 Aug
The article discusses the complexities of the settler movement in the West Bank, focusing on two distinct groups of Jewish settlers. One group seeks peaceful...
22 Aug
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Charedi Activists and Philanthropists in America
21 Aug
Charedi activists and philanthropists in America are rallying against the revocation of draft exemptions for Charedi students in Israel and the subsequent lo...
21 Aug
Emes Ve-Emunah
The Teflon Prime Minister
20 Aug
Despite facing widespread criticism, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's popularity remains strong according to a poll by Haaretz. This is surprising...
20 Aug
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A Ceasefire and a 2 State Solution
19 Aug
The text discusses the complex dynamics surrounding the Israel-Palestine conflict, highlighting the challenges to achieving a two-state solution. It emphasiz...
19 Aug
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The Anti Israel Influences on Kamala Harris
18 Aug
Vice President Kamala Harris has been criticized for her choice of advisors and associates who have expressed anti-Israel sentiments, raising concerns about ...
18 Aug
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Yes. We have Arrived. But Arrived to What?
16 Aug
The text explores the challenges of personal freedom and assimilation faced by American Jews, with a focus on a specific individual, Jeremy Simon, a descenda...
16 Aug
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The Radical Fringe That Is Ben Gvir
15 Aug
Ben Gvir, a figure advocating for Jewish prayer on the Temple Mount, argues against the Israeli government's ban, claiming it exacerbates existing tensions d...
15 Aug
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Harris Picks a 'J-Street' Jew
14 Aug
Critics are concerned that Kamala Harris's choice for Director of Jewish Outreach and Policy Advisor, Ilan Goldenberg, reflects a potential shift in her appr...
14 Aug
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A Year Full of Tisha B'Avs
13 Aug
The author reflects on their Jewish outlook shaped by Rabbi Aaron Soloveichik and the teachings of Rabbi Dr. Joseph B. Soloveitchik, emphasizing the influenc...
13 Aug
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Psychological Religious Coercion
12 Aug
Religious belief, particularly in Judaism, can be a powerful motivator, as it emphasizes the importance of following one's beliefs even to the point of sacri...
12 Aug
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The Olam HaTorah is Not Exclusively Charedi
11 Aug
The text discusses the issue of Charedi military service in Israel and the fundraising efforts by Charedi leaders to support Yeshivos. It highlights the deep...
11 Aug
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The Lesser of Two Evils - Is Still Evil
9 Aug
The author expresses concern about both Harris and Trump as presidential candidates, focusing on their impact on Israel and the Jewish people. While critical...
9 Aug
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The Olympics Opening Ceremony Controversy
8 Aug
The text discusses the controversy surrounding the Olympics opening ceremony, particularly regarding a segment that appeared to mock The Last Supper, drawing...
8 Aug
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Walz on the Holocaust
7 Aug
The discussion revolves around Tim Walz's views on Holocaust education, where he advocates for teaching the Holocaust in the context of human rights abuses r...
7 Aug
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Harris Picks a Progressive
6 Aug
The text discusses Kamala Harris's Vice Presidential pick, Tim Walz, and touches on why Ben Shapiro was not chosen. It highlights Shapiro's stances on educat...
6 Aug
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Begin, Netanyahu, and Iran
5 Aug
Former Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin believed that the Islamic Republic of Iran posed the greatest threat to world peace. He attributed Iran's extrem...
5 Aug
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Netanyahu, Shukr, and Haniyeh
4 Aug
The text discusses the recent assassinations of Fuad Shukr and Ismail Haniyeh, leaders of Hezbollah and Hamas, respectively, applauding the actions as necess...
4 Aug
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Antsemitism? Probably. But Could it Have Been Avoided?
2 Aug
A London rabbi, registered as a mohel in England, was arrested and charged in Dublin for performing circumcisions on non-Jewish children without authorizatio...
2 Aug
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An Apology and Appeal for Forgiveness
1 Aug
The author acknowledges having wrongly accused Rabbi Osher Eisenman of theft in the past, which was recently proven false as the charges against Rabbi Eisenm...
1 Aug
Emes Ve-Emunah
Is Vance a Neanderthal?
31 Jul
J.D. Vance's controversial comments about family values, specifically targeting childless Democratic leaders, have sparked debates about the significance of ...
31 Jul
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Fomenting Hate in the Name of Torah
30 Jul
Leaders in the Lithuanian Charedi community in Israel have strongly condemned Rabbi Dovid Leibel's plan to establish a Charedi brigade in the army, arguing t...
30 Jul
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Isolationism - A Path to Becoming a Cult?
29 Jul
The text discusses the trend of isolationism within the Charedi community in Israel, highlighting factors such as adherence to increasing stringencies, avoid...
29 Jul
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Stopping Short of Going the Extra Mile
28 Jul
The Belzer Rebbe, a respected and compassionate leader in the Charedi world, chose to forgo his usual summer vacation to stay in Jerusalem and receive more v...
28 Jul
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Dumb as a Rock? Hardly!
26 Jul
Vice President Kamala Harris is not underestimated in terms of intelligence or political acumen, having risen through the ranks to secure the vice presidency...
26 Jul
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Why Charedi Yeshivos Need Your Money
25 Jul
The text discusses Agudah's appeal for funds to support Charedi yeshivos in Israel following a government subsidy cut. It criticizes the imposition on Americ...
25 Jul
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The More to the Left One Goes...
24 Jul
The text criticizes leftist Jewish protesters staging a sit-in against the war in Gaza and the leftist politicians boycotting Israeli Prime Minister Netanyah...
24 Jul
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Shabbos Kestenbaum and Zev Mishell
23 Jul
Shabbos Kestenbaum, a Harvard graduate suing the university for not addressing campus antisemitism, spoke at the Republican National Convention about Harvard...
23 Jul
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A Brand New Ballgame
22 Jul
President Joe Biden's decision to not seek a second term has created a void in the Democratic Party, quickly filled by Vice President Kamala Harris, who now ...
22 Jul
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When Images Trump Truth
21 Jul
The text discusses the prevalence of biased reporting in the mainstream media regarding the conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. It criticizes the medi...
21 Jul
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Speaking the Truth to Power
19 Jul
The text discusses a recent rally where elderly Israeli rabbinic leaders requested $100 million from American donors to replace government funding for Yeshiv...
19 Jul
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Human Rights Watch, Hamas, and Israel
18 Jul
Human Rights Watch recently released a report detailing war crimes and crimes against humanity committed by armed Palestinian groups during attacks in Israel...
18 Jul