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Pro-Palestinian legislation led by Mamdani gains support upstate

New York Jewish Week Staff in JTA · 30 Jun

Pro-Palestinian legislation introduced by Zohran Mamdani, known as the "Not On Our Dime Act," is seeing increased support upstate New York.

0 Jewish Law History

The American Story in the Responsa: She’eilos from the New World

Rabbi Moshe Taub in Jewish Action · 2 Jun

Rabbi Moshe Taub explores the literary world of She'eilos U'Teshuvos (rabbinic responsa) as an important historical source that chronicles the Jewish experience in America.

0 Politics Jewish Law

This Jewish lawyer is running against a rabbi to represent the Upper West Side in Albany

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 15 May

Eli Northrup, a Jewish lawyer and public defender, is running for New York State Assembly in Manhattan's Upper West Side, competing against Rabbi Stephanie Ruskay, the associate dean at the Jewish Theological Seminary.

0 Politics Israel

New York shouldn't divest from Israel Bonds — and voters should be wary of politicizing pensions

Kent M. Swig in Forward · 27 Apr

Kent M. Swig argues against calls for New York to divest its pension funds from Israel Bonds, emphasizing the financial and ethical implications of such a move.

0 Politics Communities

Jewish politician booed at 92NY event after defending Mayor Mamdani

Joseph Strauss in JTA · 22 Apr

At a 92NY event focusing on "The Future of Being Jewish in New York," tensions flared as a Jewish politician, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, was booed for defending Mayor Zohran Mamdani.

0 Politics Ethics

I'm a Jewish candidate for New York comptroller. Our state must divest from Israel bonds

Drew Warshaw in Forward · 10 Apr

Drew Warshaw, a candidate for New York state comptroller, argues for the divestment of New York's retirement fund from Israel bonds, which currently amount to $368 million.

0 Politics Israel

A second poll of US Jews finds the same result: Most oppose the war in Iran

Philissa Cramer in Forward · 31 Mar

A recent poll by GBAO Strategies, commissioned by J Street, has revealed that a majority of American Jews are opposed to the U.S.-Israeli military campaign against Iran, although these same respondents denounce the Iranian regime.

0 Communities Politics

Government takeover of Brooklyn hospital faces legal setback amid Orthodox backlash

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 23 Mar

A proposed merger between Brooklyn's Maimonides Medical Center and New York City's public hospital system faces delays following the rejection of a fast-track approval by the state's Attorney General office amid adamant opposition from the Orthodox Jewish community the hospital serves.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Jewish leaders slam Mamdani’s pro-Palestinian St. Patrick’s Day

New York Jewish Week Staff in JTA · 18 Mar

Prominent Jewish leaders and organizations are voicing strong objections to Mayor Zohran Mamdani's pro-Palestinian remarks during New York City's St. Patrick’s Day celebration.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Advocates rally in Albany for 25-foot ‘buffer zones’ meant to limit synagogue protests

New York Jewish Week Staff in JTA · 12 Mar

Micah Lasher, a Jewish Assembly member, is advocating for a bill in New York that would create 25-foot buffer zones around synagogues to counteract protests that have intimidated worshipers, such as a recent violent pro-Palestinian demonstration at the Park East Synagogue.

0 Culture Antisemitism

Atlanta Jewish Film Festival apologizes for selecting anti-Zionist juror

Jackie Hajdenberg in Forward · 25 Feb

The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival has issued an apology after the Israeli consulate withdrew its support in response to the selection of a student juror known for sharing anti-Zionist content.

0 Culture Politics

Atlanta Jewish Film Festival apologizes for selecting anti-Zionist juror to judge human rights films

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 25 Feb

The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival faced backlash and lost support from the Israeli consulate after a controversial juror with anti-Zionist views was revealed.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Mamdani headed to Albany for questions about his budget. He got grilled on antisemitism.

New York Jewish Week Staff in JTA · 12 Feb

Mayor Zohran Mamdani faced scrutiny over his handling of antisemitism during a budget hearing in Albany, highlighting the intersection of political leadership and ethnic sensitivities.

0 Politics Antisemitism

A Gen Z student activist against antisemitism is running for State Assembly on Long Island

Micah Bidner in JTA · 3 Feb

Will Sussman, a Jewish engineer and educator, is pursuing a seat in the New York State Assembly, motivated by his experiences with antisemitism on campus and a desire to tackle affordability issues in his community.

0 Politics Communities

Empire State of Mind

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 30 Dec 2025

In the upcoming New York gubernatorial race, Republican candidate Bruce Blakeman stands as a distinctive figure, known for his dedication to Jewish values in a predominantly Democratic district.

0 Education Communities

The Cost of Community: The OU’s Bold Effort to Make Frum Life Sustainable

Tova Cohen in Jewish Action · 17 Dec 2025

In response to the financial pressures faced by the Orthodox Jewish community, particularly the middle class, the Orthodox Union (OU) has launched several initiatives under its Living Smarter Jewish (LSJ) program to improve financial literacy.

0 Politics Communities

The 7 political stories Jews will be watching in 2026

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 14 Dec 2025

In 2026, the Jewish community will be closely monitoring several major political developments, especially those affecting U.S.-Israel relations and local Jewish influence.

0 Music Culture

Hootenanny will bring Jewish camp song and spirit to Manhattan temple at Nov. 13 event

Peter Ephross in JTA · 10 Nov 2025

Celebrating the joyful spirit of Jewish summer camps, a special musical hootenanny will be held on November 13 at Congregation Rodeph Sholom in Manhattan.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Rep. Elise Stefanik, self-styled protector of Jews on the right, announces run for New York Governor

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 7 Nov 2025

Rep. Elise Stefanik, a Republican from New York, has entered the gubernatorial race aiming to challenge incumbent Democrat Kathy Hochul, leveraging her profile as a defender of Jewish interests.

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Meet the 83-year-old Jewish activist who stars in Zohran Mamdani’s campaign ads

Joseph Strauss in JTA · 14 Oct 2025

Rosalind Petchesky, an 83-year-old Jewish activist from the Upper West Side, has become a key figure in Zohran Mamdani's political campaign, appearing in his announcement videos and sharing in his progressive, anti-Zionist platform.

0 Politics Leadership

Why Don’t New Yorkers Appreciate Eric Adams?

Inez Stepman in Tablet · 4 Sep 2025

Mayor Eric Adams of New York City has implemented practical policies aimed at reducing crime, addressing homelessness, and improving urban life, yet he remains unpopular among voters.

0 Politics Communities

2025 NYC mayoral election endorsements: Who is backing each candidate?

Shira Li Bartov in JTA · 25 Aug 2025

The 2025 NYC mayoral race is receiving significant attention from Jewish communities, with notable endorsements painting a complex picture of support.

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Fact-checking ADL chief Jonathan Greenblatt’s attack on Zohran Mamdani

JTA · 19 Aug 2025

Amid New York City's mayoral race, ADL CEO Jonathan Greenblatt criticized Zohran Mamdani, asserting that Mamdani neglected Jewish New Yorkers by not engaging enough with synagogues and Jewish leaders.

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ADL chief attacks Zohran Mamdani, but gets his facts wrong

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 18 Aug 2025

Jonathan Greenblatt, CEO of the Anti-Defamation League, criticized NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani for allegedly not engaging with Jewish communities and for not condemning the slogan 'globalize the Intifada.'

0 Politics Culture

Brad Lander’s Campaign of Solidarity

Jewish Currents in On the Nose · 10 Jul 2025

The discussion centers around New York City Comptroller Brad Lander's experiences in the mayoral race, his alliance with Zohran Mamdani, and the political implications of their cooperation to address city issues.

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