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0 History Culture

The Nazis sent them to Hawaii to spy for the Japanese

Julia M. Klein in Forward · 26 Nov

Christine Kuehn's book, "Family of Spies: A World War II Story of Nazi Espionage, Betrayal, and the Secret History Behind Pearl Harbor," is an intriguing blend of history and memoir recounting her family's unexpected Nazi espionage activities during World War II.

0 Literature Culture

Judaism Without Borders, Diaspora Without Tears

Sapir · 20 Aug

Allegra Goodman reflects on the evolution of Jewish-American literature beyond the prominent figures of Saul Bellow and Philip Roth.

0 Literature Culture

Jewish Masterpiece: The Chosen

Sapir · 11 Aug

Chaim Potok's "The Chosen" is a seminal Jewish novel that explores the complexities of friendship across religious divides, set in 1940s Williamsburg.

0 Jewish Law Israel

6/21/25 – Shiur 517 – The “Iran War” – on the Halachic Frontlines

Halacha Headlines · 19 Jun

Rabbi Ari Wasserman explores intricate halachic considerations for Jews amid the current violence in Israel, including whether to attend communal prayer, carry a phone on Shabbos, and respond to emergency alerts.

0 Jewish Law Leadership

Judge Matthew Solomson on Orthodox Judaism and American Public Service: A conversation with one of the highest-ranking observant Jews in the federal judiciary

Tikvah · 30 May

Judge Matthew Solomson discusses the intersection of his Orthodox Jewish faith and public service, highlighting the possibilities for deeply observant Jews to engage meaningfully in American governance.

0 Politics Ethics

The Leftists Celebrating Joe Biden’s Cancer

Olivia Reingold in The Free Press · 21 May

Responses to Joe Biden's cancer diagnosis have been polarized, reflecting broader political and ethical divides.

0 Culture Communities

Looking Back 50 Years (Gulp), Purim Spoofs Tell A Tale

Gary Rosenblatt in Between The Lines · 13 Mar

Gary Rosenblatt reflects on his long history of crafting Purim Spoofs, nostalgic yet aware of the challenges in contemporary satire amidst current global and Jewish crises.

0 Politics Leadership

Why Is Trump Still Holding Rallies?

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 24 Jan

The discussion delves into Donald Trump's continued rallies, examining whether they are a mere exercise in self-indulgence or a strategic move to maintain political influence as a lame duck president.

0 Sports Communities

Jewish hockey player Ozzy Wiesblatt’s unlikely journey to the NHL

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 10 Jan

Ozzy Wiesblatt, at 22, made headlines for his debut with the NHL's Nashville Predators, marking a significant milestone in his and his family's journey.

0 History Culture

Prayers at Pearl Harbor

Maggie Phillips in Tablet · 6 Dec 2024

The article examines the transformation of Pearl Harbor's memory from a solemn site to a tourist attraction, reflecting broader changes in American religiosity and commemoration practices.

0 Politics History

The Obama Machine

Michael Lind in Tablet · 1 Nov 2024

Michael Lind explores the transformation of the Democratic Party under Barack Obama, describing it as the emergence of a new political machine reminiscent of Chicago’s historical political structures.

0 Sports Culture

Gainesville’s Golden boy

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider · 6 Oct 2022

Todd Golden, recently appointed as the head coach of the University of Florida men's basketball team, is revitalizing Gators basketball by embracing his Jewish identity and connecting with the university's substantial Jewish community.

0 History Communities

The Secret Jewish History Of Hawaii

Forward · 18 Mar 2019

Elias Abraham Rosenberg, a Jewish scholar, briefly became a significant figure in Hawaiian history after ingratiating himself with King David Kalakaua in the mid-19th century.