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Defining Judaism: Religion, Law, Nation, and Our Current Moment

Leora Batnitzky in Sources · 28 Jun

Leora Batnitzky, in her analysis of Judaism's multifaceted identity, explores the evolving definitions of Judaism as religion, law, and nationality, especially in light of contemporary challenges.

0 History Philosophy

Retracing the epic journey of the world’s oldest Jew

David Lipset in Forward · 1 Jun

Yair Mintzker's book, "I, Wandering Jew," explores the historical evolution of the Wandering Jew motif through reverse chronological narratives, from post-independence Israel to its 16th-century origins.

0 Politics Israel

NJ-12 candidate Adam Hamawy decries antisemitism amid scrutiny of his Israel views

Joseph Strauss in JTA · 29 May

Adam Hamawy, a Democratic candidate in New Jersey's 12th congressional district, has made headlines for his strong anti-Israel stance, which has sparked controversy and drawn attention during his campaign.

0 Music Art

For Bob Dylan's 85th birthday, an 85-minute playlist

Seth Rogovoy in Forward · 22 May

Nobel Prize-winning musician Bob Dylan turns 85, and in celebration, a curated 85-minute playlist has been created to honor his musical legacy.

0 Culture Communities

Veteran journalist Hilary Krieger to lead expansion of JTA and New York Jewish Week

70 Faces Media in JTA · 28 Apr

Hilary Krieger, a seasoned journalist with extensive experience in major news organizations, is set to lead the expansion of the Jewish Telegraphic Agency (JTA) and New York Jewish Week, two key branches of 70 Faces Media.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Vance’s Jewish chief of staff shares his approach to right-wing antisemitism, new profile reveals

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA · 26 Mar

Jacob Reses, chief of staff to Vice President JD Vance, is revealed in a New York magazine profile as a key Jewish figure embracing the current reshaping of the Republican Party by Christian nationalists.

0 Culture Politics

One's Israeli and one's Palestinian — can these two restaurants coexist peacefully in the shadow of Columbia University?

Andrew Silverstein in Forward · 25 Mar

The article explores the impending arrival of two new restaurants near Columbia University: the Palestinian cuisine-focused Hinds Hall Ayat and the Israeli street food spot Miznon.

0 Education Antisemitism

Report on declining Jewish enrollment at Harvard raises alarm and sparks debate

Haley Cohen in Jewish Insider · 20 Mar

Jewish enrollment at Harvard University has declined to its lowest level since the pre-World War II era, evoking concerns and debates about the role of admission policies and campus culture.

0 Culture History

Lox Et Veritas

Jacob Soll in Tablet · 26 Nov 2025

Jacob Soll explores the underwhelming yet storied tradition of Ivy League dining, where historical and prestigious restaurants serve as meeting spots for intellectuals despite their unimpressive culinary offerings.

0 Politics Israel

Nate Morris seeks McConnell’s seat with populist, pro-Israel message

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider · 5 Nov 2025

Nate Morris, a Republican Senate candidate from Kentucky, is positioning himself as a pro-Israel, populist alternative in the race to succeed retiring Senator Mitch McConnell.

0 Gender/Identity Education

Woman’s Work

Olga Litvak in Jewish Review of Books · 29 Sep 2025

Olga Litvak reviews "The Woman Question in Jewish Studies" by Susannah Heschel and Sarah Imhoff, which explores systemic gender issues within Jewish studies.

0 Education Politics

Christopher Eisgruber’s Moronic Inferno

Paul du Quenoy in Tablet · 9 Sep 2025

Princeton University's President Christopher Eisgruber's new book, while arguing in favor of academia's role in protecting free speech, is critiqued for its self-congratulatory tone and apparent neglect of significant issues on campuses.

0 Education Politics

A COMMENTARY Win!

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 4 Sep 2025

Naomi Schaefer Riley discusses how her article 'College Board Games' led to the discontinuation of the College Board's Landscape program, which covertly bypassed the Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action in college admissions.

0 Politics History

How Islamism Took Over the Middle East

Tikvah · 1 Aug 2025

Hussein Aboubakr Mansour argues that the intellectual crisis in the Middle East, leading to the rise of Islamism, is rooted in a misapplication of German philosophy rather than merely resistance to Western ideas.

0 Politics Communities

Exclusive: Princeton Student Accused of Assault at Pro-Palestine Protest Sues for ‘Incredible Betrayal’

Frannie Block in The Free Press · 30 Jul 2025

David Piegaro, a Jewish military veteran and student at Princeton University, has filed a lawsuit against the university and its assistant vice president for public safety, Kenneth Strother, following a pro-Palestine protest on campus.

0 Food Culture

Tomato Sandwich with Dill Pickle Mayo

Leah Koenig in Jewish Table · 29 Jul 2025

Leah Koenig introduces a new twist on the classic tomato sandwich by incorporating Ashkenazi influences.

0 Science Gender/Identity

How a trailblazing Jewish scientist is still revolutionizing the world of astronomy

Benjamin Ivry in Forward · 21 Jul 2025

American Jewish astronomer Vera Rubin, honored by the Chilean observatory bearing her name, revolutionized our understanding of the universe with her groundbreaking study of galactic motion.

0 Gender/Identity Culture

The Dangers of Safe Sex

Guest Blogger in Lilith · 16 Jul 2025

A widowed woman, now in her seventies, embarks on a reflective journey of rediscovery during a New York weekend with a new companion.

0 Politics Education

Trump’s Illegal Cuts to University Funding, Explained - The administration is using Title VI to justify the suspension of federal grants, while completely leapfrogging the legal process.

Alex Kane in Jewish Currents · 5 Jun 2025

The Trump administration's unprecedented cuts to federal university funding have targeted pro-Palestinian activism, labeled as antisemitic by Trump.

0 Politics Philosophy

This Jewish mathematician understood why Trump is a terrible poker player

Robert Zaretsky in Forward · 24 May 2025

The article discusses the impact of Jewish mathematician John von Neumann's work, particularly his 1944 co-authored book "Theory of Games and Economic Behavior," on modern strategic thinking.

0 Politics Leadership

Trump names 4 Orthodox rabbis among advisors of his new Religious Liberty Commission

Grace Gilson in JTA · 16 May 2025

President Donald Trump has established a Religious Liberty Commission, appointing four Orthodox rabbis among its 26 advisors.

0 Antisemitism Communities

Man burns library books on Jewish history, including Anne Frank’s diary, in Jewish suburb of Cleveland

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 14 May 2025

In a disturbing incident in a predominantly Jewish suburb of Cleveland, a man checked out and then burned numerous library books on Jewish history, including a copy of Anne Frank's diary, as well as materials related to Black and LGBTQ topics.

0 History Culture

50 years later, how should we remember the Kent State massacre?

Benjamin Ivry in Forward · 2 May 2025

The remembrance of the Kent State massacre, which resulted in the deaths of four students, three of whom were Jewish, raises significant questions about Jewish responses to social injustice and tragedy.

0 Politics Israel

The Gaza Template

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook · 28 Apr 2025

Peter Beinart discusses his upcoming book tour for "Being Jewish After the Destruction of Gaza" and urges readers to also support Palestinian authors and humanitarian efforts in Gaza.

0 Politics Education

How Trump's attacks on the university target what has made America great for Jews

Suzanne Nossel in Forward · 23 Apr 2025

Amid rising antisemitism on American campuses and broader societal tensions following the Israel-Hamas conflict, the Trump administration has targeted universities, accusing them of allowing antisemitic environments.

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