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0 Politics Antisemitism

Trump taps RFK Jr., whose anti-vaccine activism has included antisemitic comments, to lead Dept. of Health and Human Services

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 15 Nov

Donald Trump has nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an anti-vaccine advocate known for antisemitic comments, as Secretary of Health and Human Services.

0 Philosophy History

Hidden Chambers

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 12 Nov

In this reflective article, Cindy Scarr explores the dichotomy between the biblical figures of Lot's wife and Avraham, focusing on their respective responses to witnessing the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah.

0 Education Culture

Trump plans to reinstate school prayer. Our readers remember times Christianity came up in class

Mira Fox in Forward · 12 Nov

The discussion on the intersection of religion and public education resurfaces with President-elect Donald Trump's proposal to reinstate school prayer, challenging the 1962 Supreme Court decision on the issue.

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 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 Antisemitism

A guide to the most notable Christian nationalists influencing the nation

Mira Fox in Forward · 7 Nov

With Donald Trump securing a second presidential term, his promises to bolster Christian nationalist influence within the White House are gaining attention.

0 Culture Philosophy

In his new memoir, Michael Coren recounts his life, from Jewish cabbie's son to Anglican priest

Not That Kind of Rabbi · 7 Nov

Michael Coren, an Anglican priest with a complex spiritual journey from Judaism to various forms of Christianity, discusses the themes of forgiveness and moral responsibility outlined in his memoir.

0 Politics Culture

The Trump Triumph

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 6 Nov

Donald Trump achieved a historic political comeback by securing his second presidential term, winning swing states and gaining support from diverse voter groups including Hispanic and Jewish voters.

0 Politics Jewish Law

Meet Josh Stein, North Carolina’s first Jewish governor-elect

Louis Keene in Forward · 6 Nov

Josh Stein, a Democrat and North Carolina's Attorney General, has been elected as the state's first Jewish governor, joining the ranks of six Jewish state executives in 2025.

0 Politics Israel

5 questions and answers on Jewish voters and candidates as Election Day approaches

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 3 Nov

Jewish voters and candidates hold significant influence in the approaching U.S. elections.

0 Jewish Law Culture

The Art and Awkwardness of Translating Rav Menachem Froman

Sruli Fruchter in 18forty · 1 Nov

Sruli Fruchter explores the challenges and nuances of translating the teachings of Rav Menachem Froman, a spiritually complex figure known for his controversial yet profound insights on faith, peace, and human relationships.

0 Politics Israel

Harris and Trump court Jews and Arabs in the campaign’s homestretch

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 1 Nov

As the U.S. presidential campaign enters its final phase, both former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are keen on winning the votes of Jewish and Arab Americans, groups with historically Democratic leanings but differing views on the Israel-Hamas conflict.

0 Philosophy Jewish Law

Do Jews believe in the afterlife?

Rabbi Daniel Cohen in Forward · 31 Oct

Rabbi Daniel Cohen explores Jewish beliefs regarding the afterlife, emphasizing that the soul is immortal as taught by Jewish mysticism, particularly the Zohar.

0 Politics Communities

Florida Dems chair Nikki Fried says many Jews have started to ‘question the Democratic Party’

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 31 Oct

Nikki Fried, chairwoman of the Florida Democratic Party, addressed concerns among Jewish voters, noting a shift away from traditional Democratic support due to recent pro-Palestinian protests and Republican responses.

0 Politics Culture

Steve Speaks!

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 30 Oct

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

0 Politics Antisemitism

Stark images of murder and torture in Israel leave US senators in tears and silence

Ron Kampeas in Forward · 29 Nov 2023

The showing of the harrowing October 7 Hamas attack footage to U.S. Senators by Jacky Rosen and Marco Rubio led to a rare moment of silence from typically vocal politicians.

0 Sports Gender/Identity

The Women's World Cup led her to take another shot at professional soccer — and brought her back to her Jewish roots

Tani Levitt in Forward · 28 Jul 2023

Jessica Ayers, a professional soccer player, has returned to the field with IFK Kalmar in Sweden after a hiatus, driven by a desire to improve the conditions for women's soccer and a personal reconnection with her Jewish roots.

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