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Attention, Democrats: 'Resistance' And 'Grieving' Aren't The Way To Go

Gary Rosenblatt in Between The Lines · 18 Nov

In this thought-provoking piece, Gary Wexler challenges Democrats to reconsider their post-election strategies after recent political defeats, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and collaboration rather than resistance and division.

0 Jewish Law Culture

I used to hate being Jewish. This is what I didn’t know.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 17 Nov

Joshua Hoffman reflects on his transformative journey from viewing his Jewish identity as a burden to embracing it with pride and purpose.

0 Politics Antisemitism

What the Jews Keep Getting Wrong About Politics

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 16 Nov

Joshua Hoffman critiques the entrenched political alignments of American Jews, arguing that reliance on the Democratic Party overlooks rising antisemitism within liberal circles, particularly following recent events.

0 Sports Culture

The Jewish Sport Report: Lindsay Gottlieb’s historic win and other Jewish sports highlights from this week

Jacob Gurvis in Forward · 15 Nov

The Jewish Sport Report covers a series of notable achievements and incidents in Jewish sports, highlighting Lindsay Gottlieb's milestone 300th career win as head coach of USC's women's basketball team.

0 Music Television/Film

A Series About an Israeli Palestinian Pop Group Is Coming to Paramount+

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 15 Nov

Paramount+ will debut a four-part docu-series on December 3, chronicling the journey of as1one, the first Israeli-Palestinian boy band.

0 History Politics

‘The Goldman Case’ tells the true story of a French Jewish radical whose murder trial is still cloaked in mystery

Shira Li Bartov in JTA · 15 Nov

The film "The Goldman Case" revives the enigmatic story of Pierre Goldman, a 1970s French Jewish radical and Holocaust survivor thought to be wrongly accused of a double murder during an armed robbery.

0 Communities History

Immigrants forgot what it means to be an immigrant.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 15 Nov

The article explores how the immigrant experience has evolved over time, particularly comparing recent immigrant attitudes to those of earlier Jewish immigrants.

0 Culture History

New Los Angeles Yiddish scene continues a long tradition

Miriam Oxenhandler Newman in Forward · 14 Nov

Los Angeles is experiencing a resurgence in Yiddish culture, spearheaded by activists like Rabbi Zach Golden, Caroline Luce, Aaron Castillo-White, and Miri Koral.

0 History Culture

Jewish Life Stories: The producer who brought us ‘Sleepless in Seattle’

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 13 Nov

Lynda Obst, a celebrated Hollywood producer known for iconic films like Sleepless in Seattle, passed away at age 74.

0 Culture Antisemitism

The Talmud replacing the Constitution? An antisemite tweets, and Jews get in on the joke

Louis Keene in Forward · 13 Nov

In a recent online phenomenon, Jewish Twitter humorously engaged with a bizarre antisemitic tweet by Holocaust denier Stew Peters, who claimed that the U.S. Constitution is being replaced with the Talmud.

0 Education Culture

Inbox: Issue 1036

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 12 Nov

The magazine issue highlights essential community discussions and personal narratives.

0 Culture History

How a Jewish deep-sea diver found treasure, shipwrecks and Leonard Bernstein

Jim Sullivan in Forward · 12 Nov

Howard Rosenstein, a Jewish diver and entrepreneur, began his remarkable career after discovering a Roman coin while diving off the coast of Israel in 1968.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The Greatest Cognitive Dissonance of My Life

Sharon S. Nazarian in Moment · 12 Nov

Sharon S. Nazarian reflects on the profound cognitive dissonance she experiences as a Jewish Iranian-American navigating the polarized political landscape during the 2024 U.S. presidential election.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Anti-Israel protesters in Amsterdam set tram fire just days after targeted attacks against Jews

Louis Keene in Forward · 12 Nov

In Amsterdam, tensions continue to escalate as anti-Israel protesters set a tram on fire, just days after Israeli soccer fans were violently attacked.

0 Politics Communities

Trump Cards: Jewish Landscaping

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 11 Nov

The 2024 election cycle has revealed a significant shift in the political landscape regarding Jewish voters, traditionally seen as reliably Democratic.

0 Culture Television/Film

Gal Gadot’s Daughter Just Celebrated Her Bat Mitzvah

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 11 Nov

In a rare family snapshot, Israeli actress Gal Gadot shared the joyous occasion of her daughter Alma's Bat Mitzvah on social media.

0 Politics Leadership

Who's Whispering in Trump's Ear?

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 11 Nov

The episode discusses key appointments in Trump's incoming administration, particularly focusing on the likely roles of Elise Stefanik as U.N. Ambassador and Tom Homan as Border Czar, and their potential implications for U.S. foreign and immigration policy.

0 Antisemitism Communities

The Hate Goes On...As Does Jewish Strength

Jewdicious · 10 Nov

Amidst escalating antisemitic violence worldwide, including recent harrowing attacks in Amsterdam reminiscent of historical pogroms, Jewish communities continue to display resilience and strength.

0 Politics Ethics

Letter to a young poll worker: Why you must stay hopeful when the world threatens to break you

Joel Bellman in Forward · 8 Nov

Joel Bellman reflects on his experience as a poll worker during the 2024 election, offering a heartfelt letter to a young colleague named Gaia.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Amsterdammerung

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 8 Nov

This episode discusses a violent, organized anti-Semitic attack on Israeli soccer fans in Amsterdam, likening it to a modern-day pogrom reminiscent of Kristallnacht.

0 Sports Culture

20 Jewish men’s and women’s college basketball players to watch in 2024-25

Greg Levinsky in JTA · 8 Nov

Jewish athletes are making significant contributions to NCAA men's and women's college basketball for the 2024-25 season.

0 Politics Leadership

Did the Democrats Gaslight Themselves?

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 7 Nov

The episode examines the Democratic Party's post-election quandaries following Kamala Harris's concession speech, highlighting intra-party conflicts and public perception issues.

0 Politics Israel

The “Gallantry & Trumpery” Edition

Promised Podcast · 7 Nov

The episode dives into Prime Minister Netanyahu's dismissal of Defense Minister Yoav Galant amidst military tensions, sparking debate about the political implications of such a move.

0 Politics Communities

For some Orthodox Jews, joy and a little schadenfreude as their candidate reclaims the White House

Louis Keene in Forward · 7 Nov

Donald Trump's re-election has been met with a sense of joy and vindication among many in the Orthodox Jewish community, reflecting a noticeable political division from the wider American Jewish electorate, which predominantly supported Kamala Harris.

0 Politics Culture

Almost all voting groups shifted toward Trump, except American Jews. Why?

Rob Eshman in Forward · 6 Nov

In the 2024 election, American Jews largely supported Democratic candidate Kamala Harris over Donald Trump, contrasting the shift toward Trump seen in almost all other demographic groups.

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