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0 Politics Jewish Law

Who is Dr. Mark Hyman, the Jewish doctor who promoted RFK Jr.?

Lauren Markoe in Forward · 20 Nov

Dr. Mark Hyman, a prominent Jewish physician known for promoting functional medicine and dietary supplements, was instrumental in supporting Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s controversial appointment in the Trump administration.

0 Politics Education

What a Trump second presidency will mean for school prayer, campus antisemitism and other education issues Jews care — and worry — about

Lauren Markoe in Forward · 14 Nov

Following Donald Trump's reelection, concerns are rising among Jewish communities regarding education policies that could intensify religious elements in public schools and affect separation of church and state.

0 History Culture

Jewish Life Stories: The producer who brought us ‘Sleepless in Seattle’

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 13 Nov

Lynda Obst, a celebrated Hollywood producer known for iconic films like Sleepless in Seattle, passed away at age 74.

0 Politics Communities

Will Trump appoint a Jewish liaison? He's the only president in nearly half a century who hasn't.

Lauren Markoe in Forward · 11 Nov

Every U.S. president since Jimmy Carter, except Donald Trump, has appointed a liaison to the Jewish community.

0 Politics Communities

How New York’s swing districts voted in congressional races and what that means for the Jews

Luke Tress in JTA · 6 Nov

The recent congressional elections in New York's swing districts showcased significant Jewish and pro-Israel influences on the outcomes, with candidates from both parties striving to secure Jewish community support.

0 Politics Communities

Jewish voters play key role in NY House races, but number of Jewish members of Congress will drop

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 6 Nov

In the recent New York elections, Jewish voters played a pivotal role in shaping outcomes, impacting both local and national political landscapes.

0 Communities Politics

A Memoir That’s a Cry for Housing Justice

Alice Sparberg Alexiou in Lilith · 1 Nov

Jennifer Baum's memoir, "Just City," intertwines her personal experiences growing up in RNA House on the Upper West Side with a broader exploration of housing policies and social justice.