Warsaw, Mazovia, Poland

NY gubernatorial candidate says Brad Lander would be a ‘camp guard’ for Nazis if he could

Joseph Strauss in JTA · 25 Jun

In a controversial statement, Bruce Blakeman, a Jewish Republican gubernatorial candidate for New York, criticized fellow Jewish politician Brad Lander, accusing him of being akin to a Nazi camp guard.

0 History Antisemitism

13,000 Jews were driven out of Poland in 1968. Now, some are returning to tell their story.

Shira Li Bartov in JTA · 12 Jun

In 1968, a government-led antisemitic campaign in Poland forced 13,000 Jews to leave the country, stripping them of jobs and citizenship.

0 Literature History

The Man Who Invented the Modern Israeli Canon

Oded Carmeli in Tablet · 11 Jun

Gabriel Moked, a pivotal figure in Israeli literature, is remembered not just for his editorial prowess and philosophical contributions but for his integrity in choosing art over partisanship.

0 Politics Israel

Progressive Jews are trying out post-Zionism. There's one big flaw in their approach

Nadav Ziv in Forward · 7 Jun

Progressive Jewish groups in America have formed the Jewish Diaspora Movement (JDM), seeking to create a new vision for Jewish identity that moves away from Zionism in response to feelings of alienation from state-centric ideologies.

0 Music Culture

“The Piano’s Open”

Allan Arkush in Jewish Review of Books · 5 Jun

David Assaf's new book, "Ima yekara li (Mother, my dear mother)," delves into the fascinating history and cultural significance of songs centered around the theme of "Mama" in Jewish music.

0 History Antisemitism

Why France celebrated a Jewish avenger of Ukrainian pogroms

Deborah Waroff in Forward · 29 May

The article re-examines the 1926 assassination of Ukrainian nationalist Symon Petliura by Jewish anarchist Sholom Schwartzbard and his subsequent acquittal by a French jury, reflecting the complex sentiments of pro-Jewish support and the political climate of France in the 1920s.

0 Holocaust History

The Man Who Volunteered for Auschwitz

Wayne Chadburn in Future of Jewish · 28 May

Witold Pilecki, a Polish war hero, undertook an extraordinary mission during World War II by voluntarily entering Auschwitz to gather intelligence and organize resistance from within the concentration camp.

0 Music Culture

Inspired by a queer Bundist poet, he set her work to music

Miri Villerius in Forward · 28 May

Avi Fox-Rosen, a prominent composer and musician known for his involvement in Yiddish culture, has released a new album inspired by Irena Klepfisz's renowned poem, "Di rayze aheym."

0 Politics History

Why Worshipping the Bund Is Bullshit

Debbie Lechtman in Tablet · 28 May

Debbie Lechtman's article critiques the contemporary revival of Bundist ideology by some Jewish anti-Zionists and intellectuals.

0 Antisemitism Communities

The Most Dangerous Lie That New York Jews Tell Themselves

Nachum Kaplan in Future of Jewish · 27 May

Nachum Kaplan argues that New York Jews are dangerously complacent about the rising tide of antisemitism, falsely believing that their city's Jewish population size and historical success equate to safety.

0 Culture Literature

Jewish Insider’s picks for your summer reading list

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider · 21 May

To kick off summer, Jewish Insider presents a curated reading list reflecting on Jewish history, culture, and contemporary issues.

0 Antisemitism Communities

Supporting Israel now means supporting Israelis everywhere.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 18 May

The article discusses the rising global antisemitism directed at Israelis following the October 7th Hamas attack, emphasizing the social ostracization and threats faced by Israelis abroad.

0 Culture Gender/Identity

1912 Yiddish operetta tackles class conflict and women’s rights

Jon Kalish in Forward · 13 May

"Khantshe in Amerike," a landmark 1912 Yiddish operetta, returns to the stage, exploring themes such as class conflict, women's rights, and gender fluidity through its protagonist, who defies societal norms by working as a male chauffeur.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Progressives Must Not Give Tucker Carlson a Pass

Ken Silverman in The Beinart Notebook · 11 May

The piece focuses on the need for progressive voices to critically scrutinize figures like Tucker Carlson, despite the alignment some of his views may have with progressive policies on Israel and Iran.

0 Leadership Education

Leon Botstein, Bard College’s pioneering Jewish president, to retire amid Jeffrey Epstein ties

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 4 May

Leon Botstein, the long-serving Jewish president of Bard College, announced his retirement following a school-commissioned investigation into his connections with Jeffrey Epstein.

0 Education Holocaust

Turning crisis into care: A Korczak-inspired approach to Jewish youth education

eJewishPhilanthropy · 1 May

Rabbi Daniel Brenner explores the enduring educational philosophy of Dr. Janus Korczak, an emblematic figure who prioritized children's dignity and respect during the Holocaust.

0 Culture History

How young people once used Yiddish personal ads to find a partner

Ilya Pechenin in Forward · 27 Apr

In the early 20th-century cities of Warsaw and Vilna, Yiddish-speaking Jews began using newspaper marriage ads as an innovative approach to finding partners, diverging from traditional matchmaking methods.

0 Music Holocaust

In a forgotten 20th century masterwork, a Holocaust story from the perpetrator's perspective

Nina Siegal in Forward · 21 Apr

The Dutch National Opera presents Mieczyslaw Weinberg's powerful opera, 'Die Passagierin' (The Passenger), a compelling piece that explores the Holocaust from a former Nazi camp guard's perspective.

0 Antisemitism History

The Holocaust never ended.

Alex Steiman in Future of Jewish · 17 Apr

This essay by Alex Steiman highlights the persistent threat of Nazi ideologies and antisemitism, arguing that the Holocaust's ideological roots continue to influence modern society.

0 History Holocaust

How a young woman smuggled weapons into the Warsaw Ghetto

Mikhail Krutikov in Forward · 17 Apr

Vladka Meed's memoir, as detailed in a revised edition with contributions from Steven Meed and Samuel Kassow, recounts her harrowing experiences as a weapon smuggler during the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Far-right Polish lawmaker draws outrage after calling Israel the ‘new Third Reich’

Joseph Strauss in Forward · 15 Apr

Konrad Berkowicz, a far-right Polish lawmaker, incited outrage by presenting a distorted Israeli flag featuring a swastika and labeling Israel as the "new Third Reich" during a speech in parliament on Yom HaShoah.

0 Holocaust Antisemitism

The Holocaust was not just against Jews. It was about us.

Leo Pearlman in Future of Jewish · 13 Apr

Leo Pearlman argues that the Holocaust's primary objective was the annihilation of Jews, and this targeted ideology persists today through modern antisemitism.

0 Holidays Holocaust

Is Yom HaShoah on the Wrong Day?

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 13 Apr

Natan Slifkin explores the contention surrounding the observance of Yom HaShoah, questioning whether the chosen date, the 27th of Nissan, appropriately commemorates the Holocaust.

0 Culture Food

From trauma to table: An Israeli duo uses food therapy and song to foster connection

Haley Cohen in Jewish Insider · 13 Apr

Hananel Edri and Merav Oren have creatively merged culinary arts with music in 'Soul and Roll,' an innovative initiative that leverages traditional food and therapeutic experiences to foster community connection.

0 Literature History

A new book explores the vibrancy of pre-war Warsaw

Julia M. Klein in Forward · 9 Apr

Judy Batalion's debut novel, "The Last Woman of Warsaw," set in pre-World War II Warsaw, delves into the friendship between two Jewish women amidst a vibrant yet politically charged city.

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