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0 Politics Israel

Sen. Van Hollen draws criticism after calling local Jewish leader an ‘apologist for the Netanyahu government’

Grace Gilson in JTA · 5 Dec

Senator Chris Van Hollen of Maryland has sparked controversy by accusing Ron Halber, CEO of the Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Washington, of being an apologist for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government.

0 Torah Gender/Identity

Real Royalty

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 2 Dec

"Real Royalty" explores the concept of inner spiritual royalty as exemplified by the biblical figure Batsheva, the wife of King David and mother of King Solomon.

0 Communities Antisemitism

‘Make a friend before you need a friend’

eJewishPhilanthropy · 30 Nov

The narrative emphasizes the importance of interfaith collaboration, illustrated through the swift community response to a firebombing at the residence of Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro during Passover.

0 Politics Leadership

Mark Mellman, pollster who championed Democrats and Israel, dies

Ron Kampeas in Forward · 21 Nov

Mark Mellman, a prominent Democratic pollster and staunch advocate for pro-Israel policies within the Democratic Party, passed away after a lengthy illness.

0 Culture Music

For ill and for good, this 'Wicked' song has become ubiquitous

Jenny Singer in Forward · 21 Nov

"For Good," a song from the musical 'Wicked' by Jewish composer Stephen Schwartz, has transcended its Broadway origins, becoming an emotional staple at graduations and funerals.

0 Culture Television/Film

Goldie Hawn Is a Jewish Legend

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 21 Nov

Goldie Hawn, celebrated actress and iconic personality, has always embraced her Jewish heritage, despite her father's Presbyterian background.

0 Politics Jewish Law

Vance, Tucker, Ner Yisrael and R. Feldman

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 17 Nov

Natan Slifkin addresses the controversy surrounding R. Aharon Feldman's support of R. Yitzchak Yosef’s opposition to IDF enlistment, apologizing for previously generalizing the Baltimore Jewish community's views.

0 Politics Communities

If Everyone Just Sits and Learns...

Emes Ve-Emunah · 14 Nov

Rav Aharon Feldman explores the polarities within the Jewish community, intensified by recent conflicts in Israel.

0 Politics Antisemitism

How Israel Lost The Media War

Gary Rosenblatt in Between The Lines · 14 Nov

Gary Rosenblatt's analysis reflects on Israel's media battles since the devastating Hamas attacks on October 7, 2023, highlighting how global coverage has shifted perception of Israel from victim to aggressor.

0 Politics Communities

Baltimore Backs Them Up

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 14 Nov

Rabbi Aharon Feldman and other leading American charedi rabbinic figures, including those from Baltimore's Ner Israel, have signed a letter endorsing Rabbi Yitzchak Yosef's stance against charedi enlistment in the IDF.

0 Politics History

The Need for a Jewish Sovereign Wealth Fund

Sapir · 12 Nov

Facing a shift in the American Jewish experience, the concept of establishing a Jewish Sovereign Wealth Fund is being proposed amid the backdrop of declining institutional trust and rising anti-establishment sentiment.

0 Education Politics

Public Funding for Private Education

Sapir · 12 Nov

The article explores the historical and contemporary challenges of Jewish day school affordability in America, framing it as a critical issue for Jewish continuity.

0 Politics Israel

Scott Wiener, Jewish Democrat and critic of Israel’s war in Gaza, vies for Nancy Pelosi’s seat

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 9 Nov

California State Senator Scott Wiener, a Jewish Democrat running for Nancy Pelosi's congressional seat, offers a nuanced stance on the Israel-Palestine conflict, emphasizing a human-centered approach influenced by his family's history of fleeing pogroms.

0 Politics Communities

From Texas to Tel Aviv, invitations go out to Jews fleeing ‘Mamdani’s New York’

Grace Gilson in JTA · 7 Nov

Following Zohran Mamdani's election as New York City's mayor, several figures, including Israeli officials and community leaders across the U.S., have encouraged Jewish New Yorkers to consider relocating due to concerns over Mamdani's stance on Israel and perceived antisemitism.

0 Politics Communities

Pelosi won’t seek reelection, ending the pioneering congresswoman’s decades of Jewish outreach

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 6 Nov

Nancy Pelosi, the first female Speaker of the House, will retire at the end of her term in 2027 after 40 years in Congress, known for her engagement with the Jewish community.

0 Communities Leadership

Ouriel’s Lesson

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 5 Nov

The article reflects on the inspiring resilience and spiritual fortitude of Ouriel Dzikowsky z"l, a man who remained composed and faithful despite facing a terminal illness shortly after making aliyah to Israel.

0 Communities Politics

Maryland kosher pizzeria to furloughed federal workers: You can pay us back later

Grace Gilson in JTA · 2 Nov

In response to the financial strain caused by a prolonged federal government shutdown, Ben Yehuda Pizza, a kosher pizzeria in Silver Spring, Maryland, has offered federal workers the option to defer payment for meals.

0 Education Communities

Let’s Talk Students Under Pressure (Feat. Rabbi Aryeh Leib Smith and Mrs. Aliza Feder)

dasi@mishpacha.com in Mishpacha · 29 Oct

Rabbi Schonfeld and Rabbi Garfield, in the latest Mishpacha Magazine podcast episode, delve into the challenges faced by students today, including the struggle to wake up early and the controversial use of tuition as a tool for school reinstatement.

0 Culture Philosophy

Shopping with Soul

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 28 Oct

Exploring the deeper meaning of clothing and shopping through a Jewish lens, the article delves into the teachings of the Alshich regarding how material choices like clothing relate to spiritual values.

0 Antisemitism History

Jews cannot afford to be naïve about the hatred that never died.

Tzlil Berko in Future of Jewish · 28 Oct

Tzlil Berko recounts a personal encounter with antisemitism on a Washington, D.C. train, emphasizing the pervasive and enduring nature of Jew-hatred.

0 Politics Israel

With Gaza war over, Jewish Democrats work to repair frayed ties with their party

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider · 27 Oct

Amid the aftermath of the Gaza conflict, Jewish Democrats are actively working to mend their strained relations within the Democratic Party, particularly concerning support for Israel.

0 Leadership Communities

Man of God, man for good: Rabbi Moshe Hauer

eJewishPhilanthropy · 23 Oct

Rabbi Moshe Hauer, former co-executive vice president of the Orthodox Union, is remembered fondly by his colleagues for his passion, humility, and dedication to Jewish life and community building.

0 Food Politics

An Israeli restaurant chain said it closed due to boycotts. Protesters are celebrating.

Hannah Feuer in Forward · 23 Oct

The closure of Shouk, a vegan kosher restaurant chain in Washington, D.C., highlights the complex intersection of food, politics, and cultural identity amid rising tensions from the Israel-Hamas conflict.

0 Jewish Law Education

Being a religious Jew: Practice, thought, feeling, belief — or something else?

eJewishPhilanthropy · 22 Oct

The article explores the fluidity and depth of Jewish identity through the lens of Rabbi Ethan Daniel Davidson's unconventional journey towards ordination.

0 Leadership Torah

Where the Money Is

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 21 Oct

The article pays tribute to Rabbi Moshe Hauer, the executive vice president of the Orthodox Union, highlighting his exemplary leadership qualities that blend public dynamism with profound personal integrity.