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0 Education Antisemitism

Massachusetts principal under fire for apologizing for antisemitism discussion

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 25 Jun

The principal of a Boston-area middle school, Dr. Johnny Cole, faced criticism after sending a poorly worded apology regarding a lesson on modern antisemitism.

0 Communities Politics

From WhatsApp chats to City Hall, a new Jewish activism is born

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider · 24 Mar

Gabby Deutch's article explores the rise of a new form of Jewish activism that emerged from grassroots efforts following significant events such as the Oct. 7, 2023, attacks and the Gaza war.

0 History Culture

Touring Through History

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 20 Aug 2025

The hosts of the Commentary Magazine Podcast discuss their favorite historical sites around the world, offering a mix of Jewish and general historical perspectives.

0 Communities Antisemitism

How a Jewish student at Columbia became an icon of a movement

Jodi Rudoren in Forward · 22 Nov 2024

Noa Fay, a 23-year-old graduate from Columbia's Barnard College, has become a prominent figure in the fight against campus antisemitism and in defense of Israel.

0 Music Culture

Peter Yarrow Contemplates Life Without Mary

Forward · 11 Jul 2016

Peter Yarrow, of the iconic folk group Peter, Paul and Mary, reflects on continuing to perform with Paul Stookey after Mary Travers' death.