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NJ-12 candidate Adam Hamawy decries antisemitism amid scrutiny of his Israel views

Joseph Strauss in JTA · 29 May

Adam Hamawy, a Democratic candidate in New Jersey's 12th congressional district, has made headlines for his strong anti-Israel stance, which has sparked controversy and drawn attention during his campaign.

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Why Jews should show up and show Mamdani what we stand for

Rabbi Yaacov Behrman in JTA · 29 May

Rabbi Yaacov Behrman critiques the Jewish community's reaction to New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's Shavuot event, which sparked controversy due to Mamdani's recent comments on Nakba Day.

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Jewish group files cease and desist order against Park Slope Food Coop

Jackie Hajdenberg in Forward · 29 May

A legal dispute has emerged over the Park Slope Food Coop's decision to boycott Israeli products, initiated by pro-Israel activists who filed a cease-and-desist order claiming the vote for the boycott was illegal.

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Most Montana Democrats running for Rep. Ryan Zinke’s seat slam U.S.-Israel relationship

Marc Rod in Jewish Insider · 29 May

During the Democratic primary race for Montana's 1st Congressional District seat, controversy has erupted around candidates’ stances on Israel and related accusations of antisemitism.

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Goldman and Lander clash over Israel in first joint campaign appearance

New York Jewish Week Staff in JTA · 28 May

In a WNYC forum, Jewish Democratic candidates Dan Goldman and Brad Lander debated their positions on Israel amidst their primary race.

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Jewish group files cease and desist order against Park Slope Food Coop for its Israel boycott

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 28 May

The Park Slope Food Coop in Brooklyn has been legally challenged by the National Jewish Advocacy Center for its recent decision to boycott Israeli products, a move reportedly influenced by the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement.

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My School District Posted In Support of Jews. Then, the Antisemitic Comments Started.

Erica Greenfield in Kveller · 28 May

Erica Greenfield, reflecting on her childhood largely shielded from antisemitism, faces a stark contrast in today's digital age where her children confront prevalent antisemitic sentiments online.

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Being Israeli After the Destruction of Gaza

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook · 28 May

Peter Beinart explores the complexities of Israeli identity and democracy following the conflict in Gaza, engaging with Ariel Beery's perspective on the role of Israeli liberal Zionists.

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Jewish New York deserves a parade as diverse as its communities

Rabbi Jill Jacobs in JTA · 27 May

Rabbi Jill Jacobs critiques the Israel Day Parade in New York for overly focusing on support for Israel and not reflecting the full spectrum of Jewish life in the city.

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Brooklyn's Park Slope Food Coop votes to boycott Israeli products

Jackie Hajdenberg in Forward · 27 May

The Park Slope Food Coop in Brooklyn, one of the largest and oldest food cooperatives in the U.S., has voted to boycott Israeli products after years of divisive debate among its 16,000 members.

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Nearly half of young U.S. Jews want to replace Israel with binational state, poll finds

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward · 27 May

A recent poll by the Jewish Voter Resource Center reveals significant generational shifts in American Jewish perspectives on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, notably among those under 35.

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American-born former IDF soldier dies at 23 of apparent suicide

Grace Gilson in JTA · 26 May

Alex Miller, a 23-year-old American-born former IDF soldier, died by apparent suicide in Miami after grappling with mental trauma following a 2022 attack he survived in the West Bank and the subsequent death of his close friend Noam Shemesh.

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American-born former IDF soldier dies at 23 of apparent suicide

Grace Gilson in JTA · 26 May

Alex Miller, a 23-year-old American-born former IDF soldier, died by apparent suicide in Miami after grappling with mental trauma following a 2022 attack he survived in the West Bank and the subsequent death of his close friend Noam Shemesh.

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The internet has turned Israel into the world’s favorite conspiracy theory.

Future of Jewish · 26 May

The article by Lucy Tabrizi explores the troubling spread of anti-Israel conspiracy theories online, highlighting how misinformation about Israel proliferates rapidly across social media.

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Resilience and belonging at work: The importance of Jewish ERGs in a challenging time

eJewishPhilanthropy · 26 May

Melissa Garlick discusses the critical role Jewish Employee Resource Groups (JERGs) play in enhancing resilience and belonging for Jewish individuals in the workplace, particularly during challenging times.

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They still refuse to mourn the victims of October 7th.

Meg Keene in Future of Jewish · 23 May

In a harrowing account, Meg Keene's essay examines the brutal atrocities committed by Hamas against Jewish and Israeli citizens during the October 7, 2023, attack.

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The bizarre antisemitic book that taught me to better understand Judaism

Talya Zax in Forward · 22 May

Talya Zax reflects on a 1934 book titled "Twelve Jews" by Hector Bolitho, which she found on a pub bookshelf in England.

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Don't dismiss Israel's most rage-baiting minister as fringe

Dan Perry in Forward · 22 May

As Israel approaches another election, National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is becoming a central figure, embodying a shift within the Israeli right that disturbs many both domestically and internationally.

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Don't dismiss Israel's most rage-baiting minister as fringe

Dan Perry in Forward · 22 May

As Israel approaches another election, National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is becoming a central figure, embodying a shift within the Israeli right that disturbs many both domestically and internationally.

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The Black Jewish experience, and Black-Jewish relations, take center stage on Fifth Avenue

Simone Saidmehr in Forward · 21 May

Temple Emanu-El of Manhattan is embarking on a five-year initiative titled "Shared Histories, Shared Futures," focusing on Black-Jewish relations, particularly emphasizing the roles and experiences of Black Jews.

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Gaza and Israel go unmentioned in Democrats’ 2024 election autopsy report

Joseph Strauss in JTA · 21 May

In the Democratic National Committee's 190-page post-mortem of Kamala Harris's loss in the 2024 presidential election, the issues of Gaza and Israel are noticeably absent, despite being a potentially significant factor in voter dissatisfaction.

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Barney Frank’s final warning on Israel: ‘America’s effort should be to support the opposition to Netanyahu’

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 20 May

Barney Frank, a prominent progressive figure and former U.S. congressman, used his final days to voice strong opposition to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's policies.

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Sally Rooney to issue novel in Hebrew with Israeli publisher who complies with BDS

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 19 May

Irish novelist Sally Rooney has decided to release her latest novel, "Intermezzo," in Hebrew through an Israeli publisher, November Books, which aligns with the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement's principles.

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Two polls find growing split among Republicans over support for Israel

Grace Gilson in JTA · 19 May

American support for Israel is becoming increasingly polarized, particularly among Republicans, as shown in two recent polls.

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Pop star Harry Styles to ‘Viva Palestina’ concertgoer in Amsterdam: ‘Correct’

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 19 May

Harry Styles, during his "Together, Together" tour kickoff in Amsterdam, responded to a pro-Palestinian chant by saying "Correct," marking his first public stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict despite previous expressions of interest in Jewish culture.

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