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0 Literature Art

A legendary graphic novelist gets the (bio)graphic novel treatment

Noah Hirsch-Rechter in Forward · 31 Dec 2025

This engaging biography, written in the form of a graphic novel by Steve Weiner and Dan Mazur, delves into the life and legacy of Will Eisner—one of the foundational figures in the comic book and graphic novel industry.

0 Culture History

Ben Goldsmith in Tablet · 10 Nov 2025

The article explores the life of Chris Petersen, a farmer from Clear Lake, Iowa, emphasizing the daily grind and dedication involved in farming, especially focusing on pig farming.

0 Politics Israel

Rep. Zach Nunn pushes to expand U.S.-Israel cooperation, technology partnerships

Marc Rod in Jewish Insider · 16 Sep 2025

Rep. Zach Nunn is advocating for enhanced U.S.-Israel collaboration, specifically focusing on expanding technology partnerships between the two nations.

0 History Politics

A century ago, Hitler declared war on the 'lying press' and targeted a feisty little newspaper — sound familiar?

Terrence Petty in Forward · 20 May 2025

Drawing parallels between historical and contemporary challenges faced by the free press, the article highlights the story of the Münchener Post, a newspaper that persistently confronted Adolf Hitler during the Weimar Republic.

0 Television/Film Politics

Why indie cinemas are embracing 'No Other Land' — even as U.S. distributors are staying away

Olivia Haynie in Forward · 18 Mar 2025

"No Other Land," an Oscar-winning documentary about Israeli and Palestinian activists working to save the West Bank village of Masafer Yatta from demolition, faces controversy in the U.S., particularly in Miami Beach where the city commission is considering ending funding for a cinema screening the film.

0 Politics Culture

Vibes and Polls and Predictions, Oh My!

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 4 Nov 2024

The Commentary Magazine Podcast discusses the upcoming election with a focus on the divergence between poll predictions and public sentiment, considering both Kamala Harris's and Donald Trump's standings.

0 Politics Television/Film

We Are All on the Bus

Armin Rosen in Tablet · 22 Oct 2024

Armin Rosen's commentary highlights the enduring challenges within political journalism, drawing parallels between past and present media dynamics.

0 Communities Holidays

The Sukkah Builder

Steve Lipman in Jewish Action · 4 Oct 2022

Dr. Jay Robinow, a semi-retired radiation oncologist in Kansas City, Missouri, has devoted over fifteen years to building sukkot for both his local Jewish community and others across the state line in Kansas.

0 Communities Culture

How the 87-Year-Old Founder of Jewish Environmentalism Helped Me Grow

Forward · 15 Jan 2018

Talya Zax reflects on her connection with Rabbi Everett Gendler, an influential figure in Jewish environmentalism and social activism.