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0 Politics Antisemitism

Colombian President Gustavo Petro sparks outcry over tweet reading ‘Heil Hitler’

Grace Gilson in Forward · 9 Jun

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has come under fierce criticism from both Israeli and Latin American leaders for tweeting "Heil Hitler," aiming to critique an op-ed supporting a right-wing candidate.

0 Ethics Politics

Who by ICE, and who by mercy? An Unetanah Tokef for immigration court

Rabbi Michael Meyerstein in JTA · 1 Oct 2025

Rabbi Michael Meyerstein reflects on his experience as a court observer in U.S. immigration courts during the Jewish High Holidays, drawing parallels with the Unetanah Tokef, a traditional Yom Kippur prayer.

0 Culture Philosophy

Eduardo Halfon in Tablet · 14 Aug 2025

Eduardo Halfon's narrative, set in a luxurious penthouse in Guatemala City, weaves a tale of mystery and spirituality as the protagonist awaits a session with a medium reputed to communicate with the dead.

0 Politics History

August 1 Mailbag!

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 1 Aug 2025

The episode features discussions on various historical and political topics, focusing particularly on the geopolitical dynamics involving the U.S., Central America, and the legacy of Neville Chamberlain.

0 Television/Film Culture

All the Jewish TV Coming in June 2025

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 4 Jun 2025

June 2025 offers Jewish audiences a limited but diverse selection of TV content to enjoy.

0 Politics History

Marketing Authoritarianism - Mimicking his Salvadoran ally Nayib Bukele, Trump is using spectacles of disappearance to project a total power he does not yet possess.

Dennis M. Hogan and Matthew Ellis in Jewish Currents · 4 Jun 2025

In a disturbing display of power, former U.S. President Donald Trump is emulating Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele by using dramatic depictions of deportation and detention as a political tool.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Syria’s New Rulers Tortured Me. Now They Are Targeting My Friends. Plus. . .

River Page in The Free Press · 13 Mar 2025

As Syria experiences another wave of violence under the rule of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), concerns grow for the safety of religious minorities, particularly the Alawites, in the northwest region.

0 Jewish Law Communities

Guatemalan authorities take 160 minors from extremist Lev Tahor sect after abuse allegations

Ben Sales in JTA · 23 Dec 2024

Guatemalan authorities have conducted a significant operation against Lev Tahor, an extremist Jewish sect, resulting in the removal of 160 children and teenagers from their compound due to serious abuse and human trafficking allegations.

0 Literature Culture

Eduardo Halfon in Tablet · 27 Nov 2024

In his poignant acceptance speech for the Berman Literature Prize, Jewish Guatemalan writer Eduardo Halfon reflects on the profound impact of tradition and storytelling.

0 Literature Culture

Eduardo Halfon in Tablet · 27 Nov 2024

In his poignant acceptance speech for the Berman Literature Prize, Jewish Guatemalan writer Eduardo Halfon reflects on the profound impact of tradition and storytelling.

0 Music Culture

Indie rocker Rafael Cohen grapples with his Latin American Jewish identity

Gabe Friedman in JTA · 15 Nov 2024

Rafael Cohen, an indie musician with origins in Mexico City, navigates his dual Jewish and Latin American identity through his music.