Israel

San Francisco Trans March downplays participants’ harassment of LGBTQ Jewish politician Scott Wiener

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 30 Jun

During the San Francisco Trans March, gay Jewish politician Scott Wiener faced verbal harassment related to his policies on Israel and Gaza, prompting discussions about antisemitism within progressive circles.

0 Culture Israel

What a new play gets right about ‘Birthright’ and our anguished Jewish conversation

Tori Greene in JTA · 30 Jun

The play "Birthright," currently staged at MCC Theater, explores the evolving relationships and conversations about Israel among American Jews, tracking six characters over nearly two decades from their birthright trip in 2006 to a shiva in 2024.

0 Politics Israel

Pro-Palestinian legislation led by Mamdani gains support upstate

New York Jewish Week Staff in JTA · 30 Jun

Pro-Palestinian legislation introduced by Zohran Mamdani, known as the "Not On Our Dime Act," is seeing increased support upstate New York.

0 Sports Culture

Roots, Ronaldo and regional rivalries: How Israelis choose their World Cup favorites

Deborah Danan in JTA · 30 Jun

Israelis, having no national team in the FIFA World Cup for over fifty years, adopt other nations as favorites during the tournament based on factors including family roots, admired players, and global political dynamics.

0 Sports Culture

Roots, Ronaldo and regional rivalries: How Israelis choose their World Cup favorites

Deborah Danan in JTA · 30 Jun

Israelis, having no national team in the FIFA World Cup for over fifty years, adopt other nations as favorites during the tournament based on factors including family roots, admired players, and global political dynamics.

0 Communities Ethics

Pizzaless

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 30 Jun

Rabbi Cindy Scarr recounts an unexpected encounter with a former acquaintance who sought her out to express gratitude for an act of kindness from 25 years ago that changed his family's life.

0 Education Jewish Law

The Elderly Man on the Stairs

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 30 Jun

Cindy Scarr recounts her experience of extending her learning stay in Israel over a summer, balancing her time between working at an Israeli day camp in Ramot and studying Torah with Rabbi Klein in Har Nof.

0 Education Jewish Law

The Elderly Man on the Stairs

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 30 Jun

Cindy Scarr recounts her experience of extending her learning stay in Israel over a summer, balancing her time between working at an Israeli day camp in Ramot and studying Torah with Rabbi Klein in Har Nof.

0 Torah Ethics

Chukas-Balak (Eretz Yisrael reads Balak)

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 30 Jun

Expounding on the mitzvah of Parah Adumah, the article delves into the inherent contradictions present in life and Torah observance.

0 Education Jewish Law

The Elderly Man on the Stairs

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 30 Jun

Cindy Scarr recounts her experience of extending her learning stay in Israel over a summer, balancing her time between working at an Israeli day camp in Ramot and studying Torah with Rabbi Klein in Har Nof.

0 Education Jewish Law

The Elderly Man on the Stairs

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 30 Jun

Cindy Scarr recounts her experience of extending her learning stay in Israel over a summer, balancing her time between working at an Israeli day camp in Ramot and studying Torah with Rabbi Klein in Har Nof.

0 Culture Music

Are We Turning Our Chasunahs into Concerts?

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 30 Jun

Jewish weddings, traditionally celebrated with music and dance, are increasingly becoming elaborate productions akin to concerts, with discussions around the cost-benefit of musical enhancements.

0 Education Jewish Law

The Elderly Man on the Stairs

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 30 Jun

Cindy Scarr recounts her experience of extending her learning stay in Israel over a summer, balancing her time between working at an Israeli day camp in Ramot and studying Torah with Rabbi Klein in Har Nof.

0 Antisemitism Culture

The Questions People Only Ask Jews

Vanessa Berg in Future of Jewish · 29 Jun

The essay by Vanessa Berg highlights a recurring experience many Jews face: being subjected to a double standard in social settings, where they are often expected to defend or explain political issues related to Israel and Judaism simply upon revealing their Jewish identity.

0 Culture Ethics

Can I Say ‘Mazel Tov’ to My Pregnant Jewish Friend?

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 29 Jun

Many Jews avoid saying "mazel tov" to pregnant women due to the belief in the evil eye, which suggests that undue attention could bring misfortune.

0 Politics Culture

A Chilling Description of Reality

Emes Ve-Emunah · 29 Jun

In a dynamic within the Charedi leadership, Rav Dov Lando of Slabodka Yeshiva opposes the ongoing protests against the Israeli military draft, advocating for Torah study as the most effective way to support the Jewish people.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Brooklyn Democratic leader draws scrutiny for sharing antisemitic post

New York Jewish Week Staff in JTA · 29 Jun

Brooklyn Democratic leader Carmella Charrington faces scrutiny for previously sharing an antisemitic video on social media which referenced conspiracy theories from Henry Ford's publication, "The International Jew."

0 Politics Antisemitism

Mamdani says ‘I can’t tell you I support’ Israel as a Jewish state

Kelly Hartog in JTA · 29 Jun

In a recent interview with ABC's Jonathan Karl, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani expressed his inability to support states that prioritize one religion over another, including Israel, drawing swift backlash.

0 Politics Israel

Reckoning with Anti-Israel Rage

Ken Silverman in The Beinart Notebook · 29 Jun

The piece explores the complexities and challenges faced by Jewish individuals and politicians navigating support for Palestinian rights against the backdrop of traditional pro-Israel stances.

0 Politics Israel

Will Politics Force the IDF from the Strategic Ali a-Taher Summit?

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 29 Jun

Israel's control over the strategic Ali a-Taher Ridge remains a contentious issue due to its significant military and strategic value, providing a vantage point over southern Lebanon and northern Israel.

0 Culture Ethics

You Look Amazing!

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 29 Jun

The piece reflects on societal perceptions of weight and health, inspired by the author's experiences with her mother's illness and recovery from cancer.

0 Politics History

Israel never wanted peace? Here's the actual truth.

Avi Mayer in Future of Jewish · 29 Jun

Avi Mayer recounts his experience speaking at the Oxford Union Society where the debated proposition was that "Israel never truly wanted peace with Palestine."

0 Politics Communities

Clueless or Callous?

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 29 Jun

Natan Slifkin critiques the perception gap between charedi and non-charedi communities regarding security hardships in Israel.

0 Politics Israel

The Art of the Deal?

Emes Ve-Emunah · 28 Jun

The article critiques the memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the United States and Iran, asserting it disproportionately benefits Iran despite the initial goal of limiting its military influence.

0 Politics Israel

“An Imperial Decline Story”

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook · 28 Jun

Peter Beinart hosts a discussion with Asl Bli and Trita Parsi, experts in international law and foreign policy, to analyze the decline of U.S. influence and the complexities of its foreign policy, particularly in relation to the Middle East.

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