Arkansas, United States

0 Jewish Law Ethics

11/23/24 – Shiur 490 – Can a Rav ever be Meikil on an עבירה to prevent a more serious עבירה?

Halacha Headlines · 22 Nov

Exploring the permissibility of leniency in Jewish law, this episode delves into whether it is ever acceptable for a rabbi to allow a minor infraction to prevent a more serious violation.

0 Education Communities

Texas Jews are ‘deeply concerned’ about Christian material in proposed public school curriculum

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 22 Nov

Texas Jewish communities, led by figures like Rabbi Mara Nathan and Jewish organizations, are voicing strong concerns over the state’s proposed public school curriculum, Bluebonnet Learning, which is criticized for promoting Christian theology.

0 Politics Israel

Canada, Netherlands among countries pledging to arrest Netanyahu following ICC warrant

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 21 Nov

The arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu represents a significant diplomatic shift, as countries traditionally friendly to Israel like Canada, the Netherlands, and Ireland have pledged to enforce the warrant for alleged war crimes in Gaza.

0 Politics Education

What Mike Huckabee’s 'Kids Guide to Israel' says about his views

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward · 21 Nov

Mike Huckabee's "The Kids Guide to Israel" is a children's book that reflects a Christian Zionist perspective, portraying Israel as a divinely-ordained state constantly threatened by Arabs, with the Palestinians depicted primarily as adversaries.

0 Politics Israel

Donald Trump and the rise of the Christian Zionists

Jewish Chronicle · 20 Nov

American Christian Zionists, strongly supportive of Israel, play a significant role in shaping U.S. policy towards Israel, as exemplified by figures like Vice President-elect J.D. Vance, former Governor Mike Huckabee, and Defense nominee Pete Hegseth within Donald Trump's administration.

0 Politics Israel

Trump has a historic opportunity to tame Iran

Jewish Chronicle · 20 Nov

Former US President Donald Trump's potential return to office could significantly impact US-Iran relations.

0 Politics Israel

In a federation official’s remark about resettling Gaza, signs of tension among Jewish groups in the new Trump era

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 19 Nov

Following Donald Trump's reelection, the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) faced internal tensions when an executive, Karen Paikin Barall, suggested optimism about Jewish resettlement in Gaza—a contentious issue often supported by far-right Israeli factions but generally opposed by American Jews who favor a two-state solution.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Will Trump's efforts to fight antisemitism help degrade democracy?

Emily Tamkin in Forward · 15 Nov

Emily Tamkin critiques Donald Trump's recent pledges to combat antisemitism, suggesting that his strategies may undermine democratic institutions such as free speech and academic freedom.

0 Politics Israel

Mike Huckabee's old-school Christian Zionism is bad news for anyone who wants Middle East peace

Tristan Sturm in Forward · 15 Nov

The appointment of Mike Huckabee as ambassador to Israel under President-elect Donald Trump is poised to complicate peace efforts in the Middle East.

0 Ethics Politics

Opinion | ‘Godly Laws’ for Transgender Kids

Sarah Posner in Moment · 14 Nov

Sarah Posner discusses the upcoming Supreme Court case United States v. Skrmetti, which will address whether laws banning gender-affirming care for transgender youth violate constitutional rights.

0 Politics Culture

The Post-Election Sex Strike. Plus. . .

River Page in The Free Press · 13 Nov

In the aftermath of the 2024 elections, American progressives are grappling with Donald Trump's second victory, manifesting in behaviors reminiscent of the initial Trump era, such as left-wing women engaging in symbolic protests like shaving their heads and sexual abstention.

0 Politics Israel

Trump names fellow real estate mogul Steve Witkoff as Middle East envoy

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 13 Nov

President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Steve Witkoff, a Jewish real estate developer and personal friend, as his Middle East envoy.

0 Politics Israel

Trump taps Mike Huckabee, evangelical favorite, to be ambassador to Israel

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 12 Nov

Mike Huckabee, a former Arkansas governor and key evangelical figure, has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as the U.S. ambassador to Israel.

0 Politics Israel

Trump nominates Mike Huckabee, evangelical hardliner, as U.S. ambassador to Israel

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 12 Nov

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Mike Huckabee, a former governor of Arkansas and evangelical leader, as the U.S. ambassador to Israel.

0 Communities Antisemitism

Why HBCUs Are Key to Fighting Antisemitism

Sapir · 1 Nov

The article explores the historical and evolving dynamics of Black-Jewish relations in the U.S., particularly focusing on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) like Howard University.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Opinion | What the Heritage Foundation gets wrong about DEI and antisemitism

Steven Lubet in Forward · 6 Jan 2022

Steven Lubet critiques a recent Heritage Foundation report that accuses university Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) offices of fostering antisemitism, potentially leading to increased campus violence against Jews.

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