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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.

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At a synagogue’s election watch party on the Upper West Side, ample nosh but no takers

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 6 Nov

Rabbi Lauren Grabelle Herrmann of the Society for the Advancement of Judaism, a Reconstructionist synagogue on New York's Upper West Side, held an election watch party aimed to unite her community during a politically tension-filled evening.

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Quincy Jones Created Jewish Legends

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 5 Nov

Quincy Jones, the legendary music producer who passed away at 91, significantly influenced American music and had deep connections to the Jewish community.

0 Communities Politics

Crown Heights get-out-the-vote activists aim to turn election into a show of Chabad’s local force

Luke Tress in JTA · 5 Nov

Activists in the Crown Heights Jewish community, primarily from the Chabad-Lubavitch movement, are pushing to boost voter turnout to show political influence in local matters, despite New York City's predictably Democratic outcomes.

0 Politics Ethics

I was Stephen Miller's rabbi. Here's why I'm voting for Kamala Harris.

Neil Comess-Daniels in Forward · 4 Nov

Rabbi Neil Comess-Daniels, a leader at Beth Shir Shalom synagogue, explains his decision to vote for Kamala Harris in the upcoming election, contrasting her compassionate policies with the hardline stances of Stephen Miller, his former congregant and senior adviser to Donald Trump.

0 Politics Jewish Law

I was Stephen Miller's rabbi. Here's why I'm voting for Kamala Harris

Neil Comess-Daniels in Forward · 4 Nov

Rabbi Neil Comess-Daniels discusses his decision to vote for Kamala Harris in the context of Jewish values and his past connection to Stephen Miller, a prominent figure in Trump's administration known for his immigration policies.

0 Politics Jewish Law

Beyond Trump and Harris: 7 congressional and governor’s races Jews should watch

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 4 Nov

The article highlights congressional and gubernatorial races in which Jewish interests and voters play a crucial role.

0 Politics Israel

Howard Lutnick, the pro-Israel champion leading Trump’s transition team

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider · 4 Nov

Howard Lutnick, chairman and CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, has become a high-profile booster for Donald Trump's potential second term.

0 Communities Culture

At the New York City Marathon, Jewish runners support a variety of causes

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 1 Nov

Rabbi Joshua Franklin, celebrating his 40th birthday, participates in the New York City Marathon to support the Familial Dysautonomia Foundation, inspired by the late Samantha Ginsburg.

0 Television/Film Politics

This Jewish actor made a ‘reality film’ about his not-quite real campaign for NYC Council

Joseph Strauss in JTA · 1 Nov

Zack Weiner, a Jewish actor and screenwriter, turned his unlikely campaign for a New York City Council seat into a "reality movie" titled "Citizen Weiner."

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This is not an endorsement for Kamala Harris — or Donald Trump

Jodi Rudoren in Forward · 1 Nov

Jodi Rudoren reflects on the fading tradition of newspaper political endorsements in light of recent decisions by the owners of major outlets like The Washington Post and The Los Angeles Times not to endorse any presidential candidates.

0 Television/Film History

‘A Real Pain’ is Jesse Eisenberg’s love letter to Poland, the country his family left under duress

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 1 Nov

Jesse Eisenberg's film, "A Real Pain," is a poignant and humorous exploration of Jewish identity, trauma, and reconnection with the past.

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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.

0 Culture Communities

The Southern Resurrection of Mah Jongg

Daci Platt in Kveller · 1 Nov

Mah jongg, traditionally a Chinese game, has seen a resurgence among various communities, particularly older Jewish women in the U.S. Recently, the game has gained unexpected popularity in the American South, notably among younger, non-Jewish women, turning it into a preppy social activity with a distinct Southern flair.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Shameful Schumer and the Election

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 1 Nov

The podcast delves deep into allegations against Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer for allegedly advising Columbia University to avoid discussing antisemitic incidents, displaying both political and ethical ramifications amidst the backdrop of the nearing presidential election.

0 Antisemitism Communities

Combating the Shocking Rise of Antisemitism in Health Care

Hilary Danailova in Hadassah · 31 Oct

In recent months, there has been a troubling rise in antisemitism within the healthcare sector in the U.S., exacerbated by the conflict in Israel and attacks by Hamas.

0 Politics Culture

Shock jock Sid Rosenberg has become one of Trump’s most aggressive Jewish surrogates

Luke Tress in JTA · 31 Oct

Sid Rosenberg, a conservative talk radio host, has become an outspoken Jewish surrogate for Donald Trump, participating in rallies and using his platform to voice pro-Israel sentiments.

0 Culture Politics

How Much Can a Heart Break in One Year?

Mikhal Weiner in Lilith · 31 Oct

Mikhal Weiner's poignant essay explores a year marred by violence, loss, and profound grief.

0 Communities Ethics

Prominent NYC synagogue reveals sexual assault allegation against its renowned late rabbi

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 31 Oct

Bnai Jeshurun, a prominent synagogue in New York City, has removed the name of Rabbi Marshall T. Meyer from its rabbinic training program after a credible sexual assault allegation was made against him by a congregant from the 1980s.

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