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‘Marty Supreme’ is an outstanding celebration — and indictment — of chutzpah

PJ Grisar in Forward · 4 Dec

In "Marty Supreme," directed by Josh Safdie and starring Timothée Chalamet, the story follows Marty Mauser, a Jewish ping-pong sensation from New York.

0 Politics Communities

Hostage’s remains returned to Israel, as Trump says Gaza ceasefire’s next phase is ‘going to happen pretty soon’

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 4 Dec

Sudthisak Rinthalak, a Thai agricultural worker in Israel, was identified as the remains handed over by Hamas, marking a significant turn in the hostage situation from the Oct. 7 massacre.

0 History Politics

To be fair, we should put 'Palestinian' in quotation marks.

David E. Firester, Ph.D. in Future of Jewish · 2 Dec

David E. Firester's guest essay explores the historical and political origins of the term 'Palestinian,' advocating for quotation marks to be used when referring to Palestinian identity claims prior to the 20th century.

0 Politics Culture

Israelis and Jews must regain self-respect.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 26 Nov

Joshua Hoffman argues for Jews and Israelis to prioritize self-determination and pride in their heritage, independent of external validation.

0 History Antisemitism

The West is abandoning the Jewish idea that made it free.

Lucy in Future of Jewish · 25 Nov

Lucy Tabrizi's essay delves into the historical patterns of antisemitism and tyranny, arguing that the cyclical nature of persecution against Jews is a reflection of deeper societal ills.

0 Politics Israel

The UN wants more war.

Shlomo Levin in Future of Jewish · 25 Nov

Rabbi Shlomo Levin critiques the United Nations' stance on a recent ceasefire plan devised by former U.S. President Donald Trump to address the Gaza conflict.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The Anti-Israel Industrial Complex

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 24 Nov

Joshua Hoffman critiques what he terms the "Anti-Israel Industrial Complex," highlighting a complex network of influencers, NGOs, universities, and governments that commodify anti-Israel sentiment for profit and influence.

0 Politics Israel

Israel’s enemies united the region — around Israel.

Zineb Riboua in Future of Jewish · 24 Nov

Israel's geopolitical landscape is evolving as it becomes increasingly significant for regional security and cooperation.

0 History Israel

10 Unbelievable Stories About Israel

Future of Jewish in Future of Jewish · 21 Nov

This engaging article from Future of Jewish showcases ten astonishing stories from Israel's history, highlighting the nation's remarkable combination of audacity, ingenuity, and survival instincts.

0 History Politics

A Short History of the Gaza Strip

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook · 21 Nov

In his exploration of Anne Irfan's book, "A Short History of the Gaza Strip," Peter Beinart delves into the complex historical narratives that have shaped Gaza.

0 Politics Israel

The Saudis need Israel more than Israel needs the Saudis.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 21 Nov

In the complex geopolitical landscape of the Middle East, the diplomatic dynamics between Israel and Saudi Arabia reveal that while Saudi Arabia has long benefited from covert strategic collaboration with Israel, it is Israel's intelligence and military prowess that offer indispensable regional stabilization.

0 Literature Politics

National Book Award in nonfiction goes to Gaza polemic ‘One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This’

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 20 Nov

At the 2025 National Book Awards, Omar El Akkad's "One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This" won the nonfiction prize with its critique of Western liberalism's response to the Israel-Gaza conflict.

0 Television/Film Politics

A new documentary humanizes Israeli soldiers. It also alleges war crimes.

Louis Keene in Forward · 20 Nov

In "Breaking Ranks: Inside Israel's War," a new documentary available on YouTube and produced by Zandland, the complex moral dilemmas faced by Israeli soldiers in Gaza are laid bare through candid interviews.

0 Torah Ethics

5 Things Toldot Teaches About Repeating—and Repairing—Family Cycles

Rivka Bennun Kay in 18forty · 19 Nov

Parshat Toldot offers a compelling exploration of recurring family dynamics, highlighting how patterns of behavior, such as deception and favoritism, perpetuate through generations.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Every Jewish conspiracy is true, just not about Jews.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 19 Nov

Joshua Hoffman's piece explores the persistent projection of conspiracy theories onto Jews and Israel, asserting that the accusations more accurately describe the actions of certain Muslim-majority countries.

0 Philosophy Ethics

A Maimonides for the Age of AI

Sapir · 14 Nov

The article explores the transformative impact of technological advancements, particularly AI, genetic engineering, and neuroscience, on human existence and ethics, drawing historical parallels with Judaism's response to the agricultural revolution.

0 Antisemitism Politics

The BBC hates Jews (and still thinks it’s progressive).

Nicole Lampert in Future of Jewish · 13 Nov

Nicole Lampert's guest essay criticizes the BBC for its systemic bias against Israel and perceived antisemitism, particularly in its Arabic division.

0 Politics Israel

Israel’s neighbors have banned the Muslim Brotherhood, but Israel hasn’t. Why not?

Lahav Harkov in Jewish Insider · 13 Nov

Israel's nuanced stance on the Muslim Brotherhood contrasts with its neighbors, largely due to the Brotherhood's non-centralized, ideological nature.

0 Jewish Law Ethics

Jewish Masterpiece: Laws of Gifts to the Poor

Sapir · 12 Nov

Maimonides' tragic personal experiences, including the death of his brother, deepened his understanding of poverty and shaped his views on charity, as reflected in his Mishneh Torah.

0 Politics Israel

Israel has a right to exist? That’s not up for debate.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 10 Nov

The article critiques several common phrases used in discussions about Israel, arguing that they perpetuate a biased perspective and obscure the historical and moral legitimacy of the Jewish state.

0 History Communities

The forgotten pogrom and the fate of Libya’s Jews

eJewishPhilanthropy · 5 Nov

The article sheds light on the 1945 pogrom in Libya, a devastating attack on the Jewish community that marked the beginning of the end for one of the world's oldest Jewish populations.

0 Art Culture

Once, artists had the courage to stand for civilization. Now they fear their followers.

Yonatan Daon-Stern in Future of Jewish · 31 Oct

The essay by Yonatan Daon-Stern reflects on the era when artists like Leonard Bernstein, Isaac Stern, and Mstislav Rostropovich were cultural heroes, embodying values and the spirit of civilization through their music.

0 Politics Israel

I didn’t leave the Left. They left me — all because of Israel.

John Matthews in Future of Jewish · 30 Oct

John Matthews, a journalist, reflects on the shifting attitudes of the political Left towards Israel.

0 Politics Culture

How Dare You Steal Our Song

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 29 Oct

Rabbi Natan Slifkin reflects on maintaining resilience in the face of adversity, particularly citing the significance of the song "Am HaNetzach Lo Mefached MiDerech Arucha," which inspires courage through difficult journeys.

0 History Politics

To understand Israel, remember the Jews of the Arab world.

Nachum Kaplan in Future of Jewish · 29 Oct

Half of Israel's Jewish population is of Middle Eastern and North African descent, making the narrative of them being European colonial settlers flawed.

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