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0 Politics Gender/Identity

The Transition and the Transgendered

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 20 Nov

The Commentary Magazine Podcast discusses Trump's controversial cabinet picks, Donald Trump's policy on transgender rights and its political implications.

0 Culture Education

Inbox: Issue 1037

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 19 Nov

A collection of reader responses in this issue of Mishpacha Magazine addresses various topics including education needs for children with ADHD, the role of soldiers in protecting Israel, and the challenges of satire in Jewish comics.

0 Literature Antisemitism

National Book Awards defends award for Ta-Nehisi Coates' dad, a publisher who reissued antisemitic books

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 18 Nov

The National Book Awards faces criticism for awarding its Literarian Award to Paul Coates, head of Black Classic Press, due to his republication of Tony Martin's antisemitic text, "The Jewish Onslaught."

0 Education Communities

Jewish day schools: Building leaders, not just students

eJewishPhilanthropy · 15 Nov

Jewish day schools offer more than academic education; they provide students with a strong foundation in Jewish identity, leadership, and resilience.

0 Education Antisemitism

To best support Jewish students, actively engage all students

eJewishPhilanthropy · 13 Nov

Cherie Brown's article discusses the importance of coalition-building and dialogue to address antisemitism and other forms of hate on college campuses.

0 Education Culture

Inbox: Issue 1036

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 12 Nov

The magazine issue highlights essential community discussions and personal narratives.

0 Holocaust Communities

A reunion project for Holocaust survivors and their families runs a race against time

Andrew Silverstein in Forward · 9 Nov

The Holocaust Reunion Project, founded by genealogists Jennifer Mendelsohn and Adina Newman, is actively working to reconnect Holocaust survivors and their families through DNA testing and genealogical research.

0 Politics Communities

From the Newsletter | Exit Polls Hint at Trump Gains with Jewish Voters

Jacob Forman in Moment · 7 Nov

Donald Trump has reportedly seen significant gains among Jewish voters in the 2024 presidential election, according to exit polls and initial analyses.

0 Politics Culture

Did the Democrats Gaslight Themselves?

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 7 Nov

The panel discusses the Democratic Party's blame game following Kamala Harris's concession speech and the implications of Donald Trump's election victory in 2024.

0 Politics Leadership

Did the Democrats Gaslight Themselves?

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 7 Nov

The episode examines the Democratic Party's post-election quandaries following Kamala Harris's concession speech, highlighting intra-party conflicts and public perception issues.

0 Politics Communities

Jewish voters play key role in NY House races, but number of Jewish members of Congress will drop

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 6 Nov

In the recent New York elections, Jewish voters played a pivotal role in shaping outcomes, impacting both local and national political landscapes.

0 Politics Culture

Why Trump is being compared to the obscure biblical king Jehu on the Christian right

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA · 4 Nov

Jonathan Cahn, a prominent evangelical pastor, has likened Donald Trump to the biblical King Jehu, known for overthrowing the house of Ahab in the Kingdom of Israel.

0 Communities Antisemitism

Why HBCUs Are Key to Fighting Antisemitism

Sapir · 1 Nov

The article explores the historical and evolving dynamics of Black-Jewish relations in the U.S., particularly focusing on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) like Howard University.

0 Education Ethics

Arguments for the Sake of Collegiate Heaven

Sapir · 1 Nov

The article discusses the value of "argument for the sake of heaven" as exemplified by the debates between the schools of Hillel and Shammai, and how this concept applies to modern academia.

0 Education Ethics

Arguments for the Sake of Collegiate Heaven

Sapir · 1 Nov

The article discusses the value of "argument for the sake of heaven" as exemplified by the debates between the schools of Hillel and Shammai, and how this concept applies to modern academia.

0 Education Ethics

Arguments for the Sake of Collegiate Heaven

Sapir · 1 Nov

The article discusses the value of "argument for the sake of heaven" as exemplified by the debates between the schools of Hillel and Shammai, and how this concept applies to modern academia.

0 Politics Communities

Florida Dems chair Nikki Fried says many Jews have started to ‘question the Democratic Party’

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 31 Oct

Nikki Fried, chairwoman of the Florida Democratic Party, addressed concerns among Jewish voters, noting a shift away from traditional Democratic support due to recent pro-Palestinian protests and Republican responses.

0 Communities Israel

Supporting the rebirth of Kibbutz Nir Oz: A year of healing and solidarity

eJewishPhilanthropy · 31 Oct

On the one-year anniversary of a devastating Hamas attack, the survivors of Kibbutz Nir Oz, near the Gaza border, continue the arduous task of rebuilding.

0 Politics Israel

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 30 Sep

Israel's successful military operations against Hezbollah, including the elimination of Hassan Nasrallah, are celebrated as significant victories, comparable to the impact of the 2003 Iraq war surge.

0 Politics Leadership

Kamala Better Start Talking

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 24 Sep

The episode analyzes Kamala Harris's enigmatic presence in the upcoming election, examining her ongoing lack of public engagement and the challenges she faces as a potential presidential candidate.

0 Politics Israel

What's Israel's Next Move?

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 19 Sep

The episode discusses Israel's strategic preparations amidst threats from Hezbollah in Lebanon, emphasizing the psychological and technological aspects of modern warfare.