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0 Sports Gender/Identity

Jack Hughes’ Jewish Mom, Ellen Weinberg-Hughes, Is a Hockey Legend, Too

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 23 Feb

Ellen Weinberg-Hughes, the mother of NHL star Jack Hughes, is a celebrated figure in ice hockey, sharing in her family's Olympic triumph.

0 Politics Communities

How a law used to protect synagogues is now being deployed against ICE protesters and journalists

Hannah Feuer in Forward · 30 Jan

The Trump administration's use of the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act (FACE), a law traditionally protecting abortion clinics from interference, has expanded to address disruptions at religious sites.

0 Politics Torah

Invoking Torah, Minnesota Jews mobilize against ICE operations

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 21 Jan

With Torah readings focused on Exodus, Minnesota's Jewish community is invoking biblical teachings to mobilize against aggressive ICE operations in the region.

0 Communities History

I was in a high school production of ‘Anne Frank’ — today in Minnesota, I feel her fear more than ever

Jared Zeigler in Forward · 19 Jan

Jared Zeigler reflects on the current tense climate in Minneapolis by drawing parallels to his experience as a high school actor in "The Diary of Anne Frank."

0 Politics History

How would Jews fleeing Europe have fared under Trump's anti-immigration policies?

Terrence Petty in Forward · 29 Nov 2025

The article explores the potential fate of Jewish and other refugees had they faced the anti-immigration policies under Donald Trump's administration, likening these policies to a form of racial purity code reminiscent of Nazi values.

0 Communities Politics

Assassinated Minnesota politician visited Israel, was friend to Jewish community

Robin Washington in Forward · 15 Jun 2025

Melissa Hortman, a former Minnesota Speaker of the House, was recently assassinated alongside her husband by a man posing as a police officer.

0 Politics Culture

Ten Years of Podcasting

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 14 Mar 2025

On the tenth anniversary of the Commentary Podcast, Noah Rothman joins the panel to discuss current events such as Chuck Schumer's political maneuvers and the internal dynamics within the Democratic Party.

0 Politics Culture

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 30 Oct 2024

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 Television/Film

If Harris Wants to Win, She Has to Try

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 23 Oct 2024

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 Gender/Identity

Arrest Warrant Issued for Amy Goodman — Again

Forward · 14 Sep 2016

Amy Goodman, a journalist and co-host of Democracy Now!, has faced numerous legal challenges throughout her career due to her reporting, often highlighting social justice movements and protests.