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Jewish Insider A Mandarin-speaking Hasidic Jew walks into Washington… 5 Dec
Mitchell Silk, also known as Moyshe, made history as the first Hasidic Jew to hold a Senate-confirmed position, serving as Assistant Secretary of the Treasur...
5 Dec
Jewish Insider Amid rising antisemitism, Success Academy takes charter school students to Auschwitz  4 Dec
Success Academy, a charter school network serving primarily low-income families in New York City, has initiated a profound educational program by taking a gr...
4 Dec
Jewish Insider Six months after Yaron Lischinsky’s murder, his parents reflect on Israeli Embassy staffer’s life and legacy 1 Dec
Six months after the tragic murder of Yaron Lischinsky and his girlfriend Sarah Milgrim, Yaron's parents, Daniel and Ruth Lischinsky, visited Washington, D.C...
1 Dec
Jewish Insider Malinowski stresses he’s pro-Israel in N.J. comeback bid, while not ruling out conditions on aid 26 Nov
Former Congressman Tom Malinowski, running for New Jersey's 11th Congressional District, emphasizes a balanced pro-Israel stance, advocating for conditional ...
26 Nov
Jewish Insider ESPN’s Paul Finebaum nearing decision on bid for Tommy Tuberville’s Senate seat 25 Nov
Paul Finebaum, ESPN host and prominent Jewish sports commentator, is considering a Senate bid for Alabama's open seat in 2024. Known as the 'Mouth of the Sou...
25 Nov
Jewish Insider Trump prioritizes Saudi partnership, leaving Abraham Accords on hold 20 Nov
President Trump recently focused on bolstering ties with Saudi Arabia during a visit from Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, leaving intentions for advancing ...
20 Nov
Jewish Insider ‘Confused young groypers’: Jewish Republicans reckon with resurgent antisemitism on the right 18 Nov
The rise of antisemitic sentiments and rhetoric in certain segments of the American political right has become a significant concern even among pro-Israel Je...
18 Nov
Jewish Insider Israel said to eye new defense agreement with U.S. as future of military assistance faces uncertainty  17 Nov
As Israel's current 10-year military assistance agreement with the U.S. approaches expiration in 2028, discussions have begun for a new 20-year deal to exten...
17 Nov
Jewish Insider Trump-MBS meeting poised to advance defense pact and F-35 deal as Israel normalization stalls 14 Nov
President Trump is scheduled to meet Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to advance a U.S.-Saudi defense agreement and the sale of F-35 jets, but normaliz...
14 Nov
Jewish Insider Crowded field of Democrats seeks to win over Jewish voters in race to succeed Nadler 14 Nov
The race to succeed Rep. Jerry Nadler in Manhattan's Jewish-rich district is a fiercely contested Democratic primary, with key issues including candidates' s...
14 Nov
Jewish Insider Military veteran, Rockland County pol emerge as front-runners in Dem primary against Rep. Lawler 14 Nov
In New York's 17th Congressional District, the Democratic primary race is heating up with military veteran Cait Conley and Rockland County Legislator Beth Da...
14 Nov
Jewish Insider Israel’s neighbors have banned the Muslim Brotherhood, but Israel hasn’t. Why not? 13 Nov
Israel's nuanced stance on the Muslim Brotherhood contrasts with its neighbors, largely due to the Brotherhood's non-centralized, ideological nature. While c...
13 Nov
Jewish Insider After Mamdani win, socialists look to challenge Democratic incumbents in NYC 12 Nov
Zohran Mamdani's recent election victory as mayor of New York City has invigorated the democratic socialist movement, prompting efforts to challenge pro-Isra...
12 Nov
Jewish Insider Black and Jewish college students explore shared adversity and allyship at DC-area ‘Unity Dinner’ 11 Nov
Black and Jewish college students from various universities in Washington DC gathered to explore shared challenges and alliances through a Unity Dinner. Host...
11 Nov
Jewish Insider The influencer couple selling Syria on Capitol Hill 10 Nov
Jasmine Naamou and Tarek Naemo, a married couple with substantial social media followings, have become prominent influencers on Capitol Hill, advocating for ...
10 Nov
Jewish Insider Jewish leaders begin outreach to incoming Mamdani administration, sensitively 10 Nov
At the Somos conference in Puerto Rico, Jewish leaders grappled with the political rise of Zohran Mamdani, New York City's newly elected mayor known for his ...
10 Nov
Jewish Insider The 36 hours in Washington that took hostage families from grief to gratitude 6 Nov
The article narrates the emotional and transformative experience of families and former hostages gathering in Washington, D.C., amidst the backdrop of the re...
6 Nov
Jewish Insider Nate Morris seeks McConnell’s seat with populist, pro-Israel message 5 Nov
Nate Morris, a Republican Senate candidate from Kentucky, is positioning himself as a pro-Israel, populist alternative in the race to succeed retiring Senato...
5 Nov
Jewish Insider Longtime higher ed leader Gordon Gee says fear, not free speech, is ruling America’s campuses 3 Nov
Gordon Gee, a veteran in academic leadership, addresses the pervasive climate of fear overshadowing free speech on American campuses. Gee, who has been instr...
3 Nov
Jewish Insider Overhauled Kennedy Center takes on the mantle of combating antisemitism 31 Oct
The Kennedy Center is adopting a proactive approach to combat antisemitism through the arts under its new leadership. By hosting a special exhibit in its lit...
31 Oct
Jewish Insider Scott Wiener, looking to succeed Pelosi, balances progressive politics with Jewish allyship 30 Oct
Scott Wiener, a Jewish Democrat, is in the spotlight as he aims to succeed Nancy Pelosi in the U.S. House of Representatives. As a progressive politician and...
30 Oct
Jewish Insider As Jewish writers face boycotts and bias, new initiative aims to boost their books 27 Oct
Jewish authors have faced increasing boycotts and bias in the literary world, often linked to perceptions of their political positions on Israel. In response...
27 Oct
Jewish Insider With Gaza war over, Jewish Democrats work to repair frayed ties with their party 27 Oct
Amid the aftermath of the Gaza conflict, Jewish Democrats are actively working to mend their strained relations within the Democratic Party, particularly con...
27 Oct
Jewish Insider Harmeet Dhillon says DOJ will fight antisemitism through law, not speech codes 24 Oct
Harmeet Dhillon, as the Justice Department's Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights, is emphasizing legal action over speech codes to combat antisemitis...
24 Oct
Jewish Insider A 21-year-old from rural Argentina travels 5,000 miles to learn — and teach — tolerance 21 Oct
Agustina Cruz, a 21-year-old from rural Argentina, traveled to Washington, D.C., becoming the first recipient of the White Rose Award for her advocacy for ma...
21 Oct
Jewish Insider Britain’s Jewish community wants actions, not words, after Manchester synagogue attack 21 Oct
Following a deadly terrorist attack on a Manchester synagogue during Yom Kippur, the U.K.'s Jewish community demands more than just verbal support from the g...
21 Oct
Jewish Insider Graham Platner says ‘I am not a secret Nazi’ after photos of his tattoo emerge 21 Oct
Graham Platner, a Democratic Senate candidate in Maine, is embroiled in controversy over a tattoo on his chest resembling a Nazi Totenkopf. Platner denies an...
21 Oct
Jewish Insider Tom Suozzi finds comfort zone in the political middle, speaking up for Israel 20 Oct
Representative Tom Suozzi, a moderate Democrat from New York, emphasizes the importance of maintaining bipartisan support for Israel, a stance that sets him ...
20 Oct
Jewish Insider Rep. Seth Moulton challenging Markey, one of Israel’s leading Senate critics, in high-stakes Dem primary 16 Oct
Rep. Seth Moulton is challenging Sen. Ed Markey in the Massachusetts Democratic primary, pushing for generational change. Moulton, 46, contrasts with the mor...
16 Oct
Jewish Insider With new higher ed compact, Trump’s antisemitism crusade broadens to fight academic bias 16 Oct
The Trump administration's new proposal, the Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education, aims to reshape higher education by tying federal funding p...
16 Oct
Jewish Insider As she emerges as populist GOP critic, Marjorie Taylor Greene amplifies antisemitic rhetoric 16 Oct
Marjorie Taylor Greene, a Republican congresswoman known for her controversial rhetoric and conspiracy theories, has increasingly targeted Jewish and pro-Isr...
16 Oct
Jewish Insider Rep. Steve Cohen draws younger, far-left challenger hostile to Israel in primary 13 Oct
Rep. Steve Cohen faces a new primary challenge from Justin Pearson, a far-left state legislator known for his outspoken opposition to U.S. military support f...
13 Oct
Jewish Insider Seattle Jewish leaders express concern with mayoral front-runner Katie Wilson’s Mamdani-esque views 30 Sep
As Seattle's mayoral race heats up, Jewish leaders express concerns over front-runner Katie Wilson's perceived anti-Israel stances, including describing Isra...
30 Sep
Jewish Insider TikTok’s U.S. takeover: Will it curb antisemitic content? 26 Sep
With TikTok's U.S. operations set to be taken over by new American owners, questions arise about the platform's approach to antisemitic content. Historically...
26 Sep
Jewish Insider Post-Paramount sale, Shari Redstone is ‘full speed ahead’ on addressing antisemitism 25 Sep
Shari Redstone, after selling Paramount, has intensified her efforts to combat antisemitism and support Israel. Now chair of the Israeli entertainment studio...
25 Sep
Jewish Insider New York Jewish leaders reckon with a potential Mamdani win 18 Sep
New York Jewish leaders are expressing apprehension over the potential mayoralty of Zohran Mamdani, given his staunch anti-Israel stance. Despite his attempt...
18 Sep
Jewish Insider Rep. Zach Nunn pushes to expand U.S.-Israel cooperation, technology partnerships 16 Sep
Rep. Zach Nunn is advocating for enhanced U.S.-Israel collaboration, specifically focusing on expanding technology partnerships between the two nations. As a...
16 Sep
Jewish Insider Jewish social workers warn of growing antisemitism in the field: ‘Counter to everything that we learn in social work school’ 16 Sep
Jewish social workers are increasingly experiencing antisemitism within their field, a situation elaborated in a report by Jennifer Kogan and Andrea Yudell. ...
16 Sep
Jewish Insider Philadelphia House race puts spotlight on virulently anti-Israel Democratic candidate  15 Sep
The Philadelphia House race for Pennsylvania's 3rd Congressional District has stirred controversy, especially due to the candidacy of State Rep. Chris Rabb, ...
15 Sep
Jewish Insider Ashley Hinson emerges as odds-on favorite to succeed Ernst in the Senate 12 Sep
Ashley Hinson, currently a U.S. Representative from Iowa, has become the leading candidate to replace Senator Joni Ernst, who is not seeking re-election. Wit...
12 Sep
Jewish Insider Dan Goldman’s primary emerging as bellwether for the staying power of pro-Israel Democrats 12 Sep
The upcoming primary race for New York's Dan Goldman's congressional seat is seen as a significant indicator of the influence of pro-Israel Democrats in an i...
12 Sep
Jewish Insider Isaac Chotiner, The New Yorker’s interrogator out to trip up Israel supporters  12 Sep
Isaac Chotiner, a staff writer for The New Yorker, has garnered attention for his confrontational interview style, particularly with those defending Israel. ...
12 Sep
Jewish Insider ‘We won’t normalize it’: Friends of Ziv and Gali Berman mark twins’ 28th birthday in Hamas captivity 10 Sep
On the 28th birthday of Ziv and Gali Berman, Israeli twins held captive by Hamas since October 2023, their friends and family reflect on their bond and conti...
10 Sep
Jewish Insider Lawler challenger Peter Chatzky says Israel violating U.S. arms sales laws 8 Sep
Peter Chatzky, deputy mayor and a Democratic candidate in New York's 17th district, is drawing attention for his critical views on U.S.-Israel relations. Whi...
8 Sep
Jewish Insider U.K. Cabinet shake-up not likely to change British position on Israel, experts say 8 Sep
A recent Cabinet reshuffle in the United Kingdom, initiated by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, is not expected to significantly alter the country's stance on Is...
8 Sep
Jewish Insider Rep. Latimer: Israel’s critics are overlooking Hamas’ responsibility for Gaza war, aid crisis 4 Sep
Rep. George Latimer (D-NY), following a trip to Israel, argues that many critics of Israel are missing Hamas' significant role in the ongoing Gaza conflict a...
4 Sep
Jewish Insider Amb. Leiter: Nature of U.S.-Israel aid may change in coming years  4 Sep
Ambassador Yechiel Leiter discusses the evolving nature of U.S.-Israel aid amid changing political dynamics in both countries. With the current Memorandum of...
4 Sep
Jewish Insider China uses WWII memory to project power in military parade and international diplomacy 3 Sep
China's recent WWII victory parade underscores its strategic use of historical memory and Holocaust terminology to bolster nationalist sentiment and assert g...
3 Sep
Jewish Insider Negotiations for next U.S.-Israel aid deal faces uphill battle with changing political tides 2 Sep
As the expiration of the current U.S.-Israel Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which provides substantial military aid to Israel, approaches, negotiations f...
2 Sep
Jewish Insider New Humash features Rabbi Sacks’ posthumously published translations 2 Sep
Koren Publishers is releasing a posthumous edition of the Koren Shalem Humash featuring new translations and insights by the late Rabbi Jonathan Sacks. This ...
2 Sep