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Who is Alan Garber, the Jewish Harvard president who stood up to Trump over antisemitism?

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 15 Apr

Alan Garber, a Jewish leader, serves as the current president of Harvard University and embodies a strong moral stance amid tensions with the Trump administration over antisemitism and academic freedom.

0 Antisemitism Education

Northwestern University defaced by anti-Israel graffiti during passover

Grace Gilson in Forward · 15 Apr

Jewish students at Northwestern University encountered disturbing anti-Israel graffiti on campus buildings during Passover, featuring messages like "death to Israel" and symbols associated with Hamas.

0 Antisemitism Communities

‘Death to Israel’ scrawled on Northwestern University building during Passover

Grace Gilson in JTA · 15 Apr

Vandals scrawled messages such as "death to Israel" and "intifada now" on Northwestern University's buildings during Passover, causing distress among Jewish students.

0 History Holocaust

This Canadian soldier helped liberate Bergen-Belsen—80 years ago today

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 15 Apr

Eighty years after the liberation of Bergen-Belsen, Jack Marcovitch's daughters recount their father's experiences as a liberator and the subsequent impact on his life.

0 Politics Culture

Scholars have told important Jewish stories with the NEH’s support. What happens to them now?

Pamela S. Nadell in JTA · 10 Apr

The article argues against the defunding of the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) by the U.S. administration, which has paradoxically positioned itself as a fighter against antisemitism.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Cornell and Northwestern to see nearly $2B frozen amid Trump’s antisemitism crackdown

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 9 Apr

Cornell and Northwestern Universities, both led by Jewish presidents, are facing substantial funding cuts from the Trump administration as part of a broader crackdown on campuses allegedly mishandling antisemitism.

0 Communities Culture

Inbox: Issue 1057

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 8 Apr

Readers of Mishpacha magazine provide various perspectives on contemporary Jewish life, revealing tensions between tradition and modernity.

0 Culture History

The golden age for American Jews is over — and wow was it short

Dan Friedman in Forward · 8 Apr

David Denby's new book, 'Eminent Jews,' explores the cultural and sociopolitical impact of four prominent 20th-century American Jews: Leonard Bernstein, Mel Brooks, Betty Friedan, and Norman Mailer.

0 Holidays Politics

A legacy of defiance: Why I'm holding my Seder in one of the oldest Black churches in the country

Tamar Manasseh in Forward · 7 Apr

Amidst rising authoritarian concerns under President Trump's second term and societal divisions, Tamar Manasseh plans to hold her Passover Seder in one of Chicago's oldest Black churches, symbolizing a union of Jewish and Black histories of perseverance and liberation.

0 Literature Communities

The Shopkeeper on East Broadway

Yenta Serdatsky in Jewish Review of Books · 7 Apr

Yenta Serdatsky's short story "The Shopkeeper on East Broadway" explores the Jewish immigrant experience in New York City through the lens of an idealistic shopkeeper, whose gesture of decorating his store with American and Zionist flags reflects the dual identity faced by Jewish immigrants.

0 Leadership Jewish Law

This is my last column as editor of the Forward

Jodi Rudoren in Forward · 5 Apr

Jodi Rudoren, outgoing Editor-in-Chief of the Forward, reflects on her tenure at the publication, emphasizing the importance of curiosity and learning from diverse perspectives in journalism, as echoed by Ben Zoma's wisdom from Pirkei Avot.

0 Education Antisemitism

ADL upgrades 19 colleges’ antisemitism ‘grades,’ as some enact new policies

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 4 Apr

Several universities have taken action to improve their ratings in the Anti-Defamation League's (ADL) annual assessment of their responses to antisemitism.

0 Politics Israel

Senate rejects Bernie Sanders’ proposal to block some weapons sales to Israel

Grace Gilson in Forward · 4 Apr

The U.S. Senate decisively rejected a proposal by Senator Bernie Sanders to block an $8.8 billion sale of bombs and other weapons to Israel, with the vote tallying 82-15, entirely along partisan lines.

0 Politics Culture

Conscious Uncoupling

Bonjour Chai · 4 Apr

Avi Finegold and Phoebe Maltz Bovy engage in a final discussion for "Bonjour Chai," covering the controversial documentaries "No Other Land" and "October 8" which highlight the polarized debate surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in North America.

0 Politics Leadership

Jerusalem Post editor Zvika Klein, arrested in ‘Qatar-gate,’ says he’s being unfairly prosecuted for his reporting

Ben Sales in Forward · 3 Apr

Zvika Klein, editor-in-chief of the Jerusalem Post, finds himself at the heart of a legal controversy dubbed 'Qatar-gate,' alleging that he and others had illicit ties with Qatar to promote its interests.

0 Politics Ethics

Jews and the Dilemmas of Social Justice

Sapir · 3 Apr

The concept of social justice is fundamentally rooted in Jewish tradition, emphasizing communal welfare and human dignity.

0 Culture Politics

Jews and Cancel Culture

Sapir · 3 Apr

The essays in the Sapir journal issue argue that Jews should be particularly concerned about the impact of cancel culture on liberal democracy and Jewish values.

0 Philosophy History

Lincoln’s Lost Lecture: Can Democracy Survive Technology?

Sapir · 3 Apr

Abraham Lincoln's lesser-known Lecture on Discoveries and Inventions underscores both his philosophical and technological contemplations, revealing concerns about the impacts of technology on democracy.

0 Politics History

America (at Her Best)

Sapir · 3 Apr

The article discusses the historically philosemitic foundations of the United States, highlighting notable Jewish contributions to American society and politics.

0 Communities Politics

The Media are Broken. Here’s What Could Be Next

Sapir · 3 Apr

In an essay exploring the challenges facing the media landscape, the author examines the decline of trust and credibility in the current media environment, specifically criticizing its hostility towards Israel and the Jewish community.

0 Antisemitism History

For America’s Jews, Past Is Prologue

Sapir · 3 Apr

This piece explores the current concern among American Jews about a rise in antisemitism, as reflected in recent inflammatory events and statements.

0 Philosophy Torah

My Liberal Faith

Sapir · 3 Apr

At the core of the author's experience is the transformative influence of a university seminar on the Book of Genesis, which fostered an enduring engagement with Jewish teachings and deeper philosophical inquiry.

0 Education Politics

Editor’s Note

Sapir · 3 Apr

The critique examines the decline of liberal values within American universities, identified by their shift from fostering open-mindedness and intellectual inquiry to promoting ideological conformity.

0 Education Philosophy

(Wilhelm von) Humboldt’s Gift

Sapir · 3 Apr

Wilhelm von Humboldt, a Prussian philosopher of education, envisioned the modern university as a bastion of free thought and critical reasoning, insulated from market influences and political pressures.

0 Education Philosophy

(Wilhelm von) Humboldt’s Gift

Sapir · 3 Apr

Wilhelm von Humboldt, a Prussian philosopher of education, envisioned the modern university as a bastion of free thought and critical reasoning, insulated from market influences and political pressures.

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