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5 Jewish senators accuse Trump of using antisemitism as ‘guise’ to attack universities

Grace Gilson in JTA · 25 Apr

Five Jewish senators, including Chuck Schumer, have accused the Trump administration of exploiting the issue of antisemitism as a pretext to target universities, potentially undermining higher education under the guise of combating antisemitism.

0 Politics Culture

Courts and Space—The Final Frontiers

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 25 Apr

The episode discusses the significant legal ramifications of a monumental lawsuit lost by Greenpeace, which could potentially bankrupt the organization, and explores the evolving landscape of space exploration with a particular focus on U.S. policies and the role of private companies.

0 Television/Film History

Funding ‘Gangsters vs. Nazis’: A journey

eJewishPhilanthropy · 25 Apr

Executive producer Bruce David Klein discusses the production of a documentary film about Jewish gangsters who combated American Nazis in the lead-up to World War II, a historically rich story based on a best-selling book.

0 Education Israel

At the 100-year mark, Hebrew University’s American friends are looking to capitalize on a unique moment

Larry Luxner in JTA · 24 Apr

American Friends of the Hebrew University (AFHU) celebrates its centennial along with Hebrew University of Jerusalem, emphasizing its pivotal role amidst rising global antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment on US campuses.

0 Education Israel

At the 100-year mark, Hebrew University’s American friends are looking to capitalize on a unique moment

Larry Luxner in JTA · 24 Apr

American Friends of the Hebrew University (AFHU) celebrates its centennial along with Hebrew University of Jerusalem, emphasizing its pivotal role amidst rising global antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment on US campuses.

0 Music Holocaust

Even the Holocaust could not silence the music of these composers

Jon Kalish in Forward · 24 Apr

Jeanne Golan, a New York pianist, has dedicated the past 15 years to the 'recovered voices' movement, recording music by composers persecuted by the Nazis.

0 Jewish Law Food

Is it a Mitzvah to Eat Kosher?

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 24 Apr

Natan Slifkin explores the complex question of whether eating kosher is a mitzvah—commandment or good deed—in Jewish law.

0 Antisemitism Politics

A federal agency survey reportedly asks Barnard employees if they're Jewish

Louis Keene in Forward · 24 Apr

In an effort to combat antisemitism, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has sent Barnard College employees a survey asking about their Jewish or Israeli identity and experiences of harassment.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Columbia staff receive texts asking if they're Jewish, as government hunts antisemitic harassment on campus

Louis Keene in Forward · 24 Apr

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently sent text messages to staff at Columbia University and Barnard College, inquiring whether they are Jewish or Israeli and if they have experienced harassment.

0 Antisemitism Education

Campus protests fizzle out in 2025

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider · 24 Apr

In 2025, anti-Israel protests on U.S. college campuses have notably declined compared to previous years, spurred by stricter university policies and pressure from the Trump administration threatening funding cuts for unchecked antisemitic activities.

0 Antisemitism Education

Campus protests fizzle out in 2025

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider · 24 Apr

In 2025, anti-Israel protests on U.S. college campuses have notably declined compared to previous years, spurred by stricter university policies and pressure from the Trump administration threatening funding cuts for unchecked antisemitic activities.

0 Politics Education

NIH bans grants for schools that boycott Israeli companies

Grace Gilson in Forward · 23 Apr

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has implemented a new policy barring colleges and universities from receiving research funding if they boycott Israeli companies.

0 Politics Communities

Should rabbis politicize the pulpit?

Bonjour Chai · 23 Apr

Rabbis and communal leaders are grappling with their role in political discourse, with some advocating for the politicization of the pulpit while others call for a focus on unifying themes.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Contentious Alliances and the Hostile State of Middle East Studies

Sharon S. Nazarian in Moment · 23 Apr

The article delves into the controversial dynamics of Middle East studies and the broader political alliances surrounding antisemitism and Israeli politics.

0 Culture Jewish Law

I’m half-Jewish, but my Jewish life is as full as it gets

Danielle Wolpert in JTA · 23 Apr

Navigating Jewish identity as the child of a Jewish father and non-Jewish mother, Danielle Wolpert shares her journey of embracing Judaism through active participation in youth groups like BBYO and NFTY.

0 Politics Culture

Sharon Osbourne calls for Kneecap to lose US visas after anti-Israel Coachella performance

Grace Gilson in JTA · 23 Apr

Sharon Osbourne, a Jewish TV personality, has called for the revocation of U.S. visas for the Irish band Kneecap following their anti-Israel performance at Coachella, which involved anti-Israel messages and support for organizations accused of terrorism, such as Hezbollah.

0 Education Antisemitism

California school board members accused of antisemitism during contentious meeting

Grace Gilson in Forward · 22 Apr

At a Pajaro Valley Unified School District meeting, two board members made comments perceived as antisemitic, sparking calls for an apology from the Anti-Defamation League.

0 Education Antisemitism

California school board members accused of antisemitism during contentious meeting

Grace Gilson in Forward · 22 Apr

At a Pajaro Valley Unified School District meeting, two board members made comments perceived as antisemitic, sparking calls for an apology from the Anti-Defamation League.

0 Education Antisemitism

California school board members accused of antisemitism during contentious meeting

Grace Gilson in Forward · 22 Apr

At a Pajaro Valley Unified School District meeting, two board members made comments perceived as antisemitic, sparking calls for an apology from the Anti-Defamation League.

0 Education Leadership

This research-philanthropy partnership aims to help Jewish communal leaders be more savvy consumers of data

eJewishPhilanthropy · 22 Apr

In the wake of major challenges such as the aftermath of October 7 events, the Collaborative for Applied Studies in Jewish Educations (CASJE) Research Digest is being relaunched to better equip Jewish communal leaders with the skills to navigate a large influx of data and research.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Harvard president: As a Jew, ‘I know very well’ that concerns about antisemitism are valid

Louis Keene in Forward · 22 Apr

Harvard University President Alan Garber, who is Jewish, announced a lawsuit against the Trump administration to block actions it claims are punitive and unjustified regarding antisemitism.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Harvard's Jewish president, in new lawsuit, says Trump crackdown has 'nothing to do' with fighting antisemitism

Louis Keene in Forward · 22 Apr

Harvard University President Alan Garber, who is himself Jewish, announced a lawsuit to block punitive measures from the Trump administration that claim to combat antisemitism but are argued to be unrelated.

0 Culture Politics

Larry David’s ‘My Dinner with Adolf’ essay skewers Bill Maher’s meeting with Trump

Andrew Silow-Carroll in Forward · 21 Apr

Larry David's satirical New York Times essay, "My Dinner with Adolf," critiques Bill Maher's recent amiable dinner with Donald Trump by imagining a similar encounter with Adolf Hitler.

0 Sports Israel

Israeli mom ‘made it easy’ for new NHL player to make history

Louis Keene in Forward · 21 Apr

Zeev Buium made history as the first NHL player born to Israeli parents when he debuted with the Minnesota Wild against the Vegas Golden Knights.

0 Sports Israel

Israeli mom ‘made it easy’ for new NHL player to make history

Louis Keene in Forward · 21 Apr

Zeev Buium made history as the first NHL player born to Israeli parents when he debuted with the Minnesota Wild against the Vegas Golden Knights.

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