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0 Politics Jewish Law

Barney Frank, the irascible Jewish progressive congressman who wrote landmark finance bill, dies 86

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 20 May

Barney Frank, the influential and outspoken Jewish progressive congressman, has died at the age of 86.

0 Communities Leadership

Putting Springfield, New Jersey, on the Map: Ben Hoffer

Judy Gruen in Jewish Action · 15 Sep 2025

Ben Hoffer and Rabbi Chaim Marcus have been instrumental in revitalizing the Jewish community of Springfield, New Jersey, transforming it from an aging congregation into a bustling community with vibrant youth activities and an increasing number of families moving in.

0 Food Culture

Talk of the Table | Back to the Future: 50 Years of Jewish Food

Dan Freedman in Moment · 2 Jul 2025

Exploring the transformative journey of Jewish cuisine over the past 50 years, this article delves into how Jewish food has evolved significantly from its modest offerings in 1975.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Anti-Israel protests set for Crown Heights following viral video of Jewish men assaulting woman

Joseph Strauss in JTA · 28 Apr 2025

In Crown Heights, Brooklyn, tensions are rising following clashes between pro-Palestinian and pro-Israel groups, ignited by a visit from far-right Israeli politician Itamar Ben-Gvir.

0 Politics Communities

Protesters clash in Crown Heights as Ben-Gvir visits Chabad headquarters

Louis Keene in Forward · 27 Apr 2025

An event at the Chabad-Lubavitch World Headquarters in Crown Heights, New York, featuring Itamar Ben-Gvir, a controversial far-right Israeli politician, sparked significant protests and clashes.

0 Politics Communities

How to Save New York from Itself, with Nicole Gelinas

Unorthodox · 12 Dec 2024

Nicole Gelinas discusses New York City's current justice system and its focus on race over addressing underlying social issues like mental health crises.