Tucson, Arizona, United States

0 Communities Ethics

Want to take inclusion from principle to practice? The JCC movement shows what’s possible

eJewishPhilanthropy · 6 Feb

Inclusion is integral to the future of vibrant Jewish communities, and the JCC movement exemplifies how to incorporate it effectively.

0 Communities Language

This Pennsylvania rabbi fuses liberal Judaism with Hasidic Yiddish

Dalia Wolfson in Forward · 16 Dec 2025

Rabbi Cody Bahir, the new head of a Conservative congregation in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, uniquely blends liberal Judaism with Hasidic Yiddish culture.

0 Education Communities

‘We’ll always have day school’: The relationship between Jewish nostalgia and Jewish fluency

eJewishPhilanthropy · 29 Oct 2025

Exploring the intertwined relationship between Jewish nostalgia and fluency, the piece reflects on the critical role Jewish day schools play in fostering strong Jewish identities.

0 Communities Culture

From recreation to renewal: The role of Z3 in the evolution of JCCs as centers for Jewish belonging

eJewishPhilanthropy · 25 Sep 2025

Jewish Community Centers (JCCs) have historically served as community hubs but have often lacked a strong focus on Jewish education and identity.

0 Sports Culture

ESPN host Udonis Haslem called last year’s top draft pick ‘Rosh Hashanah’ on air

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 15 Aug 2025

Atlanta Hawks player Zaccharie Risacher was humorously referred to as 'Rosh Hashanah' by ESPN host Udonis Haslem during a recent broadcast.

0 Sports Communities

On and off the playing field, JCC Maccabi Games play a crucial role for Jewish teens

eJewishPhilanthropy · 14 Aug 2025

The JCC Maccabi Games serve as a vital venue for Jewish teens, fostering Jewish identity and community engagement, especially for those not involved in other Jewish activities.

0 History Politics

Refusenik Lessons for Today

Sapir · 14 May 2025

The term "refusenik" refers to Soviet Jews whose emigration requests were denied, highlighting a tenacious fight against Soviet oppression.

0 Culture Politics

Jewish cultural institutions reeling as Trump defunds arts and humanities

Asaf Elia-Shalev in Forward · 9 Apr 2025

Jewish cultural institutions face a daunting challenge as President Trump's administration dismantles key federal arts funding bodies, significantly impacting the availability of grants that many depend on.

0 Politics Israel

Daniel Hernandez pitches himself to Tucson voters — and pro-Israel backers

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider · 7 Apr 2025

Daniel Hernandez, former Arizona state representative and pro-Israel advocate, is running for the congressional seat left vacant by the late Rep. Raul Grijalva.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Trump fires national security officials, reportedly at urging of Laura Loomer, far-right Jewish ‘Islamophobe’

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 3 Apr 2025

Laura Loomer, a right-wing Jewish provocateur, is reportedly influencing President Trump to remove several national security officials she accuses of being 'neocons,' a term with potentially antisemitic overtones.

0 Politics Communities

Is Randy Fine, the pugnacious Florida lawmaker, the future of Republican Jewish politics?

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 6 Dec 2024

Randy Fine, a Jewish legislator from Florida, has become a controversial figure in Republican Jewish politics.

0 Politics Culture

Steve Speaks!

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 30 Oct 2024

The episode features a discussion with Steve Kornacki about the upcoming U.S. election, focusing on voter behavior patterns and potential swing states.

0 Culture Politics

The Forward Garners the Most Wins of any Publication at the Religion News Association 2024 Excellence in Religion Reporting Awards

Forward Staff in Forward · 25 Apr 2024

The Forward celebrated a significant achievement at the 2024 Excellence in Religion Reporting Awards hosted by the Religion News Association, receiving five awards, the highest for any publication.

0 Politics Communities

Meet the man who wants to be Arizona’s first Jewish governor

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider · 24 Aug 2021

Aaron Lieberman, an Arizona state representative and former entrepreneur, is running to become Arizona's first Jewish governor.

0 Television/Film Communities

Close Encounters of the Steven Spielberg Kind in Arizona

Forward · 23 Apr 2015

During the late 1950s and early 1960s, the Spielberg family, including a young Steven Spielberg, lived in Phoenix, Arizona, where their encounters with clear night skies and anti-Semitic experiences shaped Steven's early years and artistic inclinations.

0 Culture Music

Bette Midler Sings 'Wind Beneath My Wings' to Dying Cancer Patient

Chavie Lieber in Forward · 27 Jun 2013

Bette Midler, renowned for her musical and acting talents, made a profound impact on a terminally ill fan, Anna Greenberg, with a heartfelt phone call.

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