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0 Antisemitism Politics

What does a swastika mean?

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward · 20 May

Arno Rosenfeld's article delves into the complex symbolism of the swastika, exploring its association with Nazism, white supremacy, and antisemitism, as well as its controversial use in anti-Israel propaganda.

0 Leadership Jewish Law

Berlin rabbi makes history as first European to head Conservative rabbis’ association

Toby Axelrod in JTA · 18 Mar

Rabbi Gesa Shira Ederberg has become the first European and the first Jew by choice to lead the Rabbinical Assembly, representing Conservative/Masorti rabbis globally.

0 Television/Film Music

How a complete unknown created one of the most iconic music events of the 1970's

A.J. Goldmann in Forward · 15 Oct 2025

Israeli director Ido Fluk's film "Köln 75," showcases the behind-the-scenes story of Keith Jarrett's iconic 1975 live album, "The Köln Concert," focusing on the unsung hero, Vera Brandes.

0 Antisemitism History

Between Diplomacy and Commemoration: The Origins of the Study of Antisemitism

Tel Aviv Review · 31 Mar 2025

Tom Eshed, a postdoctoral fellow, explores the evolution of antisemitism research post-World War II, emphasizing its complex relationship with Zionism and Israeli diplomacy.

0 Television/Film Culture

She was teenage runaway, a German rock star and Berlin leading lady — now she’s playing Leonard Bernstein

PJ Grisar in Forward · 13 Mar 2025

Helen Schneider, an American-born, German-based artist, is portraying Leonard Bernstein in Peter Danish's new play "Last Call," premiering Off-Broadway.

0 Politics Antisemitism

I'm a Jew from Germany and I fear the AfD's triumph is only the beginning

Mia Faye Kreindler in Forward · 24 Feb 2025

Mia Faye Kreindler expresses her deep concern over the electoral success of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, which has become the second largest party in the German parliament.

0 Holocaust Culture

Why writer Marsha Lederman, daughter of Holocaust survivors, feels 'less alone' on Yom HaShoah

TMDS in Not That Kind of Rabbi · 6 May 2024

Marsha Lederman shares her experience as the daughter of Holocaust survivors, highlighting how Yom HaShoah offers a unique sense of community and solidarity amidst her lifelong concern for potential catastrophe.

0 Holocaust History

88-Year-Old Former SS Soldier Charged With French Village Massacre

Forward · 9 Jan 2014

An 88-year-old former Waffen SS soldier has been charged by German prosecutors for his alleged involvement in the 1944 massacre at Oradour-sur-Glane, France, where 642 villagers, including 207 children, were killed.

0 Music Holocaust

Conductor Brings Forbidden Music to New Audiences

Forward · 5 Nov 2004

Conductor James Conlon is dedicated to reviving compositions suppressed by the Nazis, showcasing scores that were once banned or forgotten due to racial and political biases.