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0 Politics Israel

What is Elbit Systems, and why did LA synagogue protesters target it?

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 4 Dec

Demonstrations erupted outside Los Angeles’ Wilshire Boulevard Temple against Elbit Systems, an Israeli defense contractor.

0 Television/Film Gender/Identity

Carrie Soloway, inspiration for trailblazing trans Jewish protagonist of ‘Transparent,’ dies at 88

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 3 Dec

Carrie Soloway, a Jewish psychiatrist whose journey as a transgender woman inspired the Amazon series "Transparent," has passed away at 88.

0 Holocaust Culture

A timely New York exhibition immerses listeners in voices from the Holocaust

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 3 Dec

The New York Historical's latest exhibition, "The Recordings: Voices from the Shoah Tapes," presents a visceral auditory experience that highlights the history and trauma of the Holocaust.

0 Philosophy Holocaust

5 Things Vayishlach Teaches About Faith After the Holocaust

Rivka Bennun Kay in 18forty · 3 Dec

Parshat Vayishlach's narrative of Yaakov wrestling with a mysterious figure takes on profound significance when reflected upon in the context of post-Holocaust Jewish theology.

0 Philosophy Holocaust

5 Things Vayishlach Teaches About Faith After the Holocaust

Rivka Bennun Kay in 18forty · 3 Dec

Parshat Vayishlach's narrative of Yaakov wrestling with a mysterious figure takes on profound significance when reflected upon in the context of post-Holocaust Jewish theology.

0 Politics Culture

In defense of the Sarah Hurwitz we know — and the nuance we all need in this moment

JTA · 2 Dec

This article defends Sarah Hurwitz, who served as a speechwriter for the Obama administration and has since authored books on Jewish identity and antisemitism, against a social media backlash.

0 Art Politics

She was a dancer who leapt to the top of her field — then the Trump administration fired her

Stav Ziv in Forward · 1 Dec

The article details the story of Jane Rabinovitz Raleigh, who rose from an intern to Director of Dance Programming at the Kennedy Center before being dismissed during Donald Trump's second term as President, amidst efforts to reshape the esteemed cultural institution.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The Critical Difference Between Islamophobia and Antisemitism

Zain de Ville in Future of Jewish · 30 Nov

Zain de Ville's essay contrasts the dynamics of antisemitism with the contemporary discourse surrounding Islamophobia.

0 Antisemitism History

Why People Think Jews Love Money

Future of Jewish in Future of Jewish · 28 Nov

The persistent stereotype associating Jews with money has caused significant harm throughout history and continues to fuel antisemitism today.

0 Culture History

I planned the first Guinness record-breaking Shabbat dinner. I promise I’m not too bitter about being beaten.

Deborah Danan in JTA · 28 Nov

Deborah Danan recounts the experience of organizing the first Guinness World Record-breaking Shabbat dinner in Tel Aviv in 2014 and compares it to a recent record-breaking event in New York.

0 History Culture

The Nazis sent them to Hawaii to spy for the Japanese

Julia M. Klein in Forward · 26 Nov

Christine Kuehn's book, "Family of Spies: A World War II Story of Nazi Espionage, Betrayal, and the Secret History Behind Pearl Harbor," is an intriguing blend of history and memoir recounting her family's unexpected Nazi espionage activities during World War II.

0 Politics History

Local politician named Adolf Hitler Uunona poised for reelection in Namibia

Grace Gilson in JTA · 24 Nov

Adolf Hitler Uunona, a Namibian politician with an infamous name, is expected to be reelected in the Ompundja constituency.

0 Culture Holidays

I attended a world-record breaking Shabbat dinner. You won’t believe how much we ate.

Hannah Feuer in Forward · 24 Nov

The "Big Shabbat" at New York's Javits Convention Center set a new world record with 2,761 attendees, surpassing Berlin's 2015 record.

0 Philosophy Politics

Donald Trump says he foresees an 'everlasting peace' — Immanuel Kant would have found the flaws in that vision

Robert Zaretsky in Forward · 24 Nov

Exploring the theme of peace in politics, Robert Zaretsky contrasts Donald Trump's claim of achieving 'everlasting peace' following the release of Israeli hostages with the philosophical insights of Immanuel Kant.

0 Culture Leadership

New York City sets Guinness record for largest-ever Shabbat dinner, with 2,800 at the table

Lisa Keys in JTA · 24 Nov

New York City has set a new Guinness World Record for the largest-ever Shabbat dinner, organized by Temple Emanu-El's Streicker Center at the Javits Center, with 2,761 participants.

0 Politics History

The Painful Tragedy of Jews Who Reject Zionism

Samuel J. Hyde in Future of Jewish · 23 Nov

Samuel J. Hyde explores the complex and historically rooted phenomenon of Jewish anti-Zionism, distinguishing it from modern movements against Zionism.

0 Politics History

The Judeo-Christian Values of America

Emes Ve-Emunah · 23 Nov

The article explores the concept of "Judeo-Christian values" as a foundational element of American ethics, tracing its roots back to the nation's founding and highlighting the United States' historical acceptance of Jews, despite instances of Christian antisemitism.

0 Television/Film Politics

In 'Nuremberg,' a potent warning about our current politics of denial

Laurie Winer in Forward · 23 Nov

Laurie Winer analyzes the film "Nuremberg," which uses historical narratives to draw disturbing parallels between the Nuremberg Trials of Nazi leaders and today's political climate in the United States.

0 Holocaust History

They had status, safety and power — and still chose to defy Hitler

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 23 Nov

Jonathan Freedland's book, "The Traitors Circle," explores the little-known story of a group of elite Germans who risked their status, safety, and power to resist the Nazi regime.

0 Holocaust History

They had status, safety and power — and still chose to defy Hitler

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 23 Nov

Jonathan Freedland's book, "The Traitors Circle," explores the little-known story of a group of elite Germans who risked their status, safety, and power to resist the Nazi regime.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Zohran Mamdani Sides with the Anti-Israel Mob

The Editors in The Free Press · 22 Nov

Amidst a tumultuous scene outside Park East Synagogue in Manhattan, Palestine activists accused the synagogue of promoting illegal activities related to Israeli settlement recruitment, leading to an intense protest.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Germany’s antisemitism czar says slogans like ‘From the river to the sea’ should be illegal

Shira Li Bartov in Forward · 21 Nov

Felix Klein, Germany's Antisemitism Commissioner, has proposed legislation to criminalize pro-Palestinian slogans like "From the river to the sea," arguing they pose a threat to Israel and, by extension, are antisemitic.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Germany’s antisemitism czar says slogans like ‘From the river to the sea’ should be illegal

Shira Li Bartov in Forward · 21 Nov

Felix Klein, Germany's Antisemitism Commissioner, has proposed legislation to criminalize pro-Palestinian slogans like "From the river to the sea," arguing they pose a threat to Israel and, by extension, are antisemitic.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Germany’s antisemitism czar says slogans like ‘From the river to the sea’ should be illegal

Shira Li Bartov in Forward · 21 Nov

Felix Klein, Germany's Antisemitism Commissioner, has proposed legislation to criminalize pro-Palestinian slogans like "From the river to the sea," arguing they pose a threat to Israel and, by extension, are antisemitic.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Germany’s antisemitism czar says slogans like ‘From the river to the sea’ should be illegal

Shira Li Bartov in Forward · 21 Nov

Felix Klein, Germany's Antisemitism Commissioner, has proposed legislation to criminalize pro-Palestinian slogans like "From the river to the sea," arguing they pose a threat to Israel and, by extension, are antisemitic.

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