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0 Politics Antisemitism

Montgomery County, Md. exec candidates clash over antisemitism records as Jewish vote looms large

Christina Sher in Jewish Insider · 22 Jun

The Montgomery County, Maryland executive race has highlighted the pivotal role of the Jewish community, particularly due to its notable constituency size and concerns over antisemitism.

0 Antisemitism Communities

As hate crimes escalate, local governments must take the lead to secure communities at risk

eJewishPhilanthropy · 15 Apr

The recent attack on Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, underscores the critical need for enhanced security measures at Jewish institutions amidst rising antisemitic hate crimes.

0 Politics Culture

The Insane Trump-Is-Dead News Cycle

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 3 Sep 2025

The latest episode discusses the absurdity of the Trump-is-dead rumors that swept through social media and were picked up by some mainstream outlets, highlighting the dangerous nature of wishful thinking and paranoia in modern politics.

0 Education Politics

Ring Them (Alarm) Bells // We have a stake in a public school case

Avi Shafran in Ami · 30 Apr 2025

The US Supreme Court is hearing Mahmoud v. Taylor, a significant case involving the rights of parents to opt their children out of certain school lessons that conflict with their religious beliefs.

0 Jewish Law Politics

The Supreme Court is taking on 3 cases that could help reshape American Jewish life

Michael A. Helfand in Forward · 27 Mar 2025

The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear three significant cases with potential implications for American Jewish life, focusing on religious liberties and the separation of church and state.

0 Politics Education

Biden team resolves its final Title VI antisemitism and anti-Arab cases

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 17 Jan 2025

The Biden administration concluded several outstanding Title VI cases addressing allegations of antisemitic and anti-Palestinian discrimination in educational institutions.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Deportations, lawsuits, increased scrutiny: How the Trump administration could handle campus antisemitism

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 27 Nov 2024

Andrew Lapin's piece explores the ongoing challenges and political dynamics surrounding U.S. campus antisemitism, particularly under Title VI civil rights investigations.

0 Politics Culture

Did the Democrats Gaslight Themselves?

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 7 Nov 2024

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 2024

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