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NY State Young Republicans chapter disbanded amid racist, antisemitic chat scandal

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA · 17 Oct

The New York State Young Republicans organization has been disbanded following a scandal involving leaked group chats containing antisemitic, racist, and homophobic remarks, some of which hailed Adolf Hitler and made jokes about gas chambers.

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Mike Johnson denounces Young Republicans’ group chat that praised Hitler as JD Vance downplays uproar

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA · 16 Oct

House Speaker Mike Johnson condemned a leaked group chat among Young Republican officials that included antisemitic and racist remarks, reinforcing the Republican Party's opposition to Nazi ideology.

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How new laws are shaping what schools teach about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict

Hannah Feuer in Forward · 14 Oct

The landscape of teaching the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in U.S. schools is becoming increasingly fraught with legal and ideological battles.

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NEH’s unprecedented $10M grant to Tikvah has some Jews celebrating and others crying foul

Asaf Elia-Shalev in Forward · 17 Sep

In a controversial move, the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) has awarded a groundbreaking $10.4 million grant to Tikvah, a New York-based think tank, for a Jewish Civilization Project aimed at combating antisemitism by promoting Jewish achievements in Western and American civilization.

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A record $10M federal grant to Tikvah has some Jews celebrating and others crying foul

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA · 17 Sep

The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) has awarded its largest-ever grant of $10.4 million to Tikvah, a New York-based think tank aligned with conservative politics and Jewish education, for a Jewish Civilization Project aimed at combating antisemitism.

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In heated interview, Jewish comedian Adam Friedland confronts Rep. Ritchie Torres over Israel

JTA · 28 Aug

Jewish comedian Adam Friedland engaged in a passionate and confrontational interview with Representative Ritchie Torres, questioning Torres' unwavering support for Israel amidst the ongoing conflict in Gaza.

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Jewish baseball fans have created an exhaustive list of Jewish players. They missed Monte Pfeiffer.

Scott Barancik in Forward · 14 Aug

Monte Pfeiffer, a little-known Jewish baseball player from the early 20th century, has been rediscovered and added to the rare list of Jewish major leaguers, thanks to the sleuthing of Yankees fan and lawyer Zak Kranc.

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Does the ‘Superman’ twist ruin his Jewish roots?

PJ Grisar in Forward · 14 Jul

In the latest Superman film by James Gunn, a twist introduces a controversial reinterpretation of Superman's origins that challenges his long-standing association with Jewish values.

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Of course Superman is an immigrant — so why are Republicans mad about it?

PJ Grisar in Forward · 9 Jul

Conservative media's backlash to director James Gunn's characterization of Superman as an immigrant underscores a recurring cultural debate over inclusion in superhero stories.

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Outrage ensues after a Long Island high school study guide calls Zionism ‘extreme nationalism'

Hannah Feuer in Forward · 11 Jun

A study guide for the New York State Regents Exam has sparked outrage in Long Island after depicting Zionism as extreme nationalism.

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How a controversial definition of antisemitism is making its way into state laws — from banning masks to training cops

Hannah Feuer in Forward · 28 May

The adoption of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition of antisemitism is causing significant shifts in state laws across the U.S., affecting educational institutions, protestors, and curriculum content.

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‘Sarah, we will continue your mission’: DC Jewish museum shooting victim mourned at Kansas City funeral

Philissa Cramer in Forward · 27 May

The funeral for Sarah Milgrim, an Israeli embassy employee killed in a shooting outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., was marked by reflections on her life dedicated to diplomacy and peacebuilding.

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A Statement About the May 21, 2025, Washington, DC, Shooting from Moment Magazine Editor-in-Chief Nadine Epstein

Nadine Epstein in Moment · 22 May

In a poignant statement, Moment Magazine Editor-in-Chief Nadine Epstein responds to the tragic shooting of Sarah Milgrim and Yarn Lischinsky outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, DC.

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Sarah Milgrim was ‘very Jewishly involved’ in Chabad, Hillel, Birthright, Israel before shooting outside Capital Jewish Museum

Hannah Feuer in Forward · 22 May

Sarah Milgrim, a passionate advocate for Jewish life and Israeli-Palestinian dialogue, was tragically killed in a shooting outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. Raised in a suburb of Kansas City, she was deeply involved in Jewish activities at the University of Kansas, participating in Chabad, Hillel, and Birthright trips.

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Sarah Milgrim was ‘very Jewishly involved’ in Chabad, Hillel, Birthright, Israel before shooting outside Capital Jewish Museum

Hannah Feuer in Forward · 22 May

Sarah Milgrim, a passionate advocate for Jewish life and Israeli-Palestinian dialogue, was tragically killed in a shooting outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. Raised in a suburb of Kansas City, she was deeply involved in Jewish activities at the University of Kansas, participating in Chabad, Hillel, and Birthright trips.

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Interview | Eyewitness JoJo Drake Kalin on Shooting at Capital Jewish Museum

Amy E. Schwartz in Moment · 22 May

JoJo Drake Kalin, an event organizer at the Jewish Capital Museum, recounts the tragic incident where two young Israeli embassy employees, Yarn Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, were shot and killed during a Young Diplomats reception.

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Remembering Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, Who Fought For Peace

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 22 May

Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, passionate peace activists and diplomats, were tragically murdered in Washington, D.C., outside an event aimed at fostering dialogue and aid for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

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Remembering Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, Who Fought For Peace

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 22 May

Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, passionate peace activists and diplomats, were tragically murdered in Washington, D.C., outside an event aimed at fostering dialogue and aid for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

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‘He was a mensch’: Slain Messianic Jew remembered as bridge-builder

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 22 May

Yaron Lischinsky, a Messianic Jew and Israeli Embassy staffer in Washington D.C., was killed in a potential hate crime, remembered as a bridge-builder and mensch by friends and colleagues.

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The Terrorists Are Here

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 22 May

This episode discusses the rise of political violence in the U.S., particularly against Jews and Israelis, highlighted by the recent murder at the Capital Jewish Museum.

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The Terrorists Are Here

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 22 May

This episode discusses the rise of political violence in the U.S., particularly against Jews and Israelis, highlighted by the recent murder at the Capital Jewish Museum.

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Capital Jewish Museum shooting suspect killed 2 'for Gaza.' His victims were peace advocates.

Louis Keene in Forward · 22 May

Two Israeli embassy staffers, Sarah Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky, were tragically shot outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington D.C. by a man claiming his actions were for Gaza.

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Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim identified as victims in Capital Jewish Museum shooting

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 22 May

Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, two Israeli embassy staff members, were fatally shot outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. The tragedy has deeply affected the embassy and the broader community.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Why the Antisemitism Awareness Act now has a religious liberty clause to protect ‘Jews killed Jesus’ statements

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 29 Apr

The Antisemitism Awareness Act is facing amendments as it progresses through the U.S. Senate.

0 Sports Jewish Law

Florida’s Todd Golden becomes first Jewish coach to win March Madness since 1988

Ben Sales in JTA · 8 Apr

Todd Golden achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Jewish coach in 37 years to lead a team to victory in the NCAA men's basketball tournament, guiding the Florida Gators to a close win against Houston.

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