Kentucky, United States

0 Philosophy Music

Rising Up When You're Feeling Overwhelmed

Jewdicious · 14 Nov

Will Oldham's interaction with Johnny Cash as the latter recorded Oldham's song highlights the concept of 'deveikus,' a Torah idea referring to clinging or unity, especially in the relationship with God.

0 Politics Israel

Nate Morris seeks McConnell’s seat with populist, pro-Israel message

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider · 5 Nov

Nate Morris, a Republican Senate candidate from Kentucky, is positioning himself as a pro-Israel, populist alternative in the race to succeed retiring Senator Mitch McConnell.

0 Politics Israel

Negotiations for next U.S.-Israel aid deal faces uphill battle with changing political tides

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider · 2 Sep

As the expiration of the current U.S.-Israel Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which provides substantial military aid to Israel, approaches, negotiations for a new deal face significant challenges amidst changing political dynamics.

0 Sports Culture

It Was All Too Fast, My Friend!

Aharon Schrieber in Tablet · 29 Aug

Aharon Schrieber reflects on the unique role Lee Corso has played in college football and the broader cultural landscape through his tenure on ESPN's College GameDay.

0 Israel Jewish Law

Jerusalem’s Trenches and the Theology of Effort

Rivka Bennun Kay in 18forty · 13 Aug

The article by Rivka Bennun Kay explores the historical and theological complexities associated with the involvement of different Jewish communities in the defense of Israel, using Rabbi Shlomo Goren's experiences during the War of Independence as a backdrop.

0 Politics Science

China Is Overtaking America. Plus. . .

The Free Press in The Free Press · 13 Aug

As China asserts its dominance in the electric vehicle (EV) market, American industries are grappling with significant disruptions.

0 Culture Television/Film

How a Kentucky-raised comic dodged a beer can and became a Jewish star

PJ Grisar in Forward · 11 Aug

Comedian Ariel Elias' debut special, "A Jewish Star," available on YouTube, humorously explores her unique experiences as a Jew growing up in Kentucky.

0 Politics Culture

Dems Who Hate Israel—and Sydney Sweeney

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 31 Jul

The episode explores the significant political shift as 27 Democratic senators vote against aid to Israel, questioning the future of bipartisan support for the Jewish state.

0 Politics Israel

AOC faces backlash, vandalism after voting against cutting US aid from Israel’s Iron Dome

Grace Gilson in JTA · 21 Jul

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez faced criticism from her political base following her vote against a proposed amendment that aimed to cut $500 million in funding to Israel's Iron Dome missile defense system.

0 Torah History

Yechezkel - Nature & Structure

Jewish History Uncensored · 17 Jul

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein explores the nature and structure of Sefer Yechezkel, highlighting its clear presentation compared to other Neviim, such as Yishaya.

0 Politics Jewish Law

How the Jewish commandment to ‘be fruitful and multiply’ could help a woman challenge Kentucky’s abortion ban in court

Hannah Feuer in Forward · 17 Jul

In Kentucky, a legal battle unfolds as a Jewish woman, Jessica Kalb, is allowed to proceed with her challenge against the state's restrictive abortion law.

0 Politics Israel

Contemplating a Post-Zionist America

Jewdicious · 11 Jul

As American public support for Israel wanes, previously unthinkable shifts in U.S. sentiment towards Zionism become conceivable.

0 Antisemitism Politics

No Jews allowed: White supremacists are building a segregated community in Arkansas, but is it legal?

Hannah Feuer in Forward · 30 Jun

A white supremacist group named Return to the Land is attempting to establish a segregated community in Arkansas, explicitly banning Jews and other non-whites.

0 Politics Israel

A Spectacular Feat

Rabbi Yitzchok Frankfurter in Ami · 25 Jun

Rabbi Yitzchok Frankfurter delves into the military career and insights of General John M. "Jack" Keane, a decorated former vice chief of staff of the US Army.

0 Politics Leadership

How Trump Must Cook with the Senate

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 24 Jun

President Trump's legislative maneuvers with the United States Senate are likened to preparing a meal, highlighting the importance of understanding the Senate's dynamics.

0 Jewish Law History

Tobie Kaplan: The Woman Who Helped Shape Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan’s Enduring Legacy

Tova Cohen in Jewish Action · 24 Jun

Tobie Kaplan, raised with minimal Jewish tradition, emerged as a crucial figure in nurturing her husband Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan's influential career.

0 Politics Israel

Democrats and Republicans split on Trump’s unilateral attacks on Iranian nuclear sites

Grace Gilson in JTA · 23 Jun

Following President Trump's unilateral decision to attack Iranian nuclear sites, political reactions have split largely along party lines.

0 Politics Israel

Lawmakers push to block US involvement in Iran as Trump signals willingness to join fight

Grace Gilson in JTA · 18 Jun

As tensions rise between Israel and Iran, a bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers is striving to prevent President Trump from involving the United States in the conflict without congressional approval.

0 Politics Israel

In US lawmakers’ response to Israel’s strike on Iran, sweeping support with signs of tension

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 13 Jun

Following Israel's strike on Iran's nuclear program, US lawmakers displayed a mixture of support and underlying tensions.

0 Politics Education

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.

0 Politics Israel

The Case of the 20-Year-Old High Schooler

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 28 May

The episode discusses the media's portrayal of Trump's immigration strategies and food aid distribution in Gaza, critiquing liberal biases that overlook consequences on communities.

0 Communities Antisemitism

‘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.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Exclusive: Eric Adams to Launch New Office to Combat Surging Antisemitism

Olivia Reingold in The Free Press · 13 May

Amidst a disturbing rise in antisemitic incidents in New York City, Mayor Eric Adams is establishing the Office to Combat Antisemitism.

0 Politics Education

Haverford president draws fire in latest GOP hearing over campus antisemitism

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 7 May

At a House Education Committee hearing, Haverford College President Wendy Raymond was criticized by Republican lawmakers for not adequately handling antisemitism on campus.

0 Politics Antisemitism

What’s Holding Up the Antisemitism Awareness Act?

Nathan Guttman in Moment · 5 May

The Antisemitism Awareness Act, aimed at adopting the IHRA definition of antisemitism in evaluating anti-Israel protests in colleges, faces significant hurdles despite initial bipartisan support in the House.

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