Minnesota, United States

As Schumer presses ahead with Antisemitism Awareness Act, concerns about free speech resurface

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 17 Nov

Senator Chuck Schumer is pushing forward the Antisemitism Awareness Act (AAA), aiming to codify a controversial definition of antisemitism under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, which could lead to corrective actions in educational institutions for discrimination.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Racists use “the facts” as cover for their bigotry

Jewish Chronicle · 15 Nov

The article explores how far-right and far-left groups use "facts" to rationalize bigotry and divert attention from systemic issues.

0 Politics Israel

Pete Hegseth, Trump’s defense secretary nominee, has multiple Christian and Crusades-inspired tattoos

JTA · 14 Nov

Pete Hegseth, a nominee for U.S. Secretary of Defense, is attracting attention due to his Christian nationalist tattoos and religious expressions.

0 Music Communities

These new klezmer musicians aren’t old enough to drive

Nora Giuffrida in JTA · 12 Nov

Klezmer music is experiencing a youthful resurgence thanks to groups like the Klezmaniacs, a band of talented musicians aged 10 to 16 from New York's MakomNY synagogue.

0 Politics Communities

Why Trump Won — An American Jew's Perspective

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 11 Nov

Joshua Hoffman explores the unexpected win of Donald Trump in the 2016 election from an American Jewish perspective by highlighting factors beyond Trump's controversial persona.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The Curse of Neglecting the Jews

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 7 Nov

Joshua Hoffman's article discusses how the neglect of Jewish contributions has historically led to significant setbacks for societies like Spain, Germany, and the Soviet Union.

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 Jewish Law

Elissa Slotkin, centrist Jewish Democrat, wins tight Michigan Senate race

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 6 Nov

Elissa Slotkin, a centrist Jewish Democrat, has won the Michigan Senate race against former Rep. Mike Rogers, marking a significant win for Democrats in a pivotal swing state that previously favored Republican Donald Trump.

0 Politics Culture

The Trump Triumph

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 6 Nov

Donald Trump achieved a historic political comeback by securing his second presidential term, winning swing states and gaining support from diverse voter groups including Hispanic and Jewish voters.

0 Politics Israel

Trump is spending time with critics of Israel. His Jewish supporters aren’t concerned.

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 5 Nov

In the wake of former President Donald Trump's engagement with notable critics of Israel, his Jewish supporters continue to back him due to his strong pro-Israel record during his presidency from 2017 to 2021.

0 Politics Communities

Need help voting in Yiddish (or Urdu or Tagalog or Gujarati or Polish or Russian or Tamil or Hmong)?

Aviya Kushner in Forward · 4 Nov

Aviya Kushner highlights the challenges and importance of language assistance for voters in the United States, emphasizing the provisions of the Voting Rights Act which mandate multilingual support in jurisdictions with significant non-English speaking populations.

0 Culture Communities

The Southern Resurrection of Mah Jongg

Daci Platt in Kveller · 1 Nov

Mah jongg, traditionally a Chinese game, has seen a resurgence among various communities, particularly older Jewish women in the U.S. Recently, the game has gained unexpected popularity in the American South, notably among younger, non-Jewish women, turning it into a preppy social activity with a distinct Southern flair.

0 Politics Culture

Steve Speaks!

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 30 Oct

The episode features a discussion with Steve Kornacki about the upcoming U.S. election, focusing on voter behavior patterns and potential swing states.

0 Politics Culture

Steve Speaks!

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 30 Oct

The episode features a discussion with Steve Kornacki about the upcoming U.S. election, focusing on voter behavior patterns and potential swing states.

0 Culture History

Exhibit highlights impact of ’The Dybbuk’ for the past 100 years

Jennifer A. Stern in Forward · 28 Oct

S. An-ski's play The Dybbuk has profoundly influenced Jewish culture since its premiere in 1920, and it continues to captivate audiences a century later.

0 Politics Television/Film

If Harris Wants to Win, She Has to Try

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 23 Oct

The episode explores the challenges facing Kamala Harris in the 2024 U.S. presidential election against Donald Trump, particularly in light of media tactics and perceptions.

0 Politics Israel

Kamala in the Baier's Den

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 17 Oct

This episode discusses Vice President Kamala Harris's strategic appearance on Fox News with Bret Baier, analyzing her performance and the implications of her interview.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Delaware Congressional candidate Sarah McBride casts herself as a staunch supporter of Israel

Marc Rod in Jewish Insider · 2 Aug 2023

Delaware state senator Sarah McBride, recognized as the first openly transgender state senator in U.S. history, is running for the state's at-large Congressional seat with a campaign emphasizing her strong support for Israel and solidarity against antisemitism.

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