Park Slope, New York, United States

0 Politics Israel

Can a liberal Zionist win with the pro-Palestinian movement? Brad Lander is trying.

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 15 Jun

Brad Lander is navigating a nuanced path in his congressional campaign for New York's 10th District by aligning with pro-Palestinian movements while maintaining his identity as a liberal Zionist.

0 Politics Communities

DSA quietly poised to make inroads in NYC’s congressional delegation

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider · 28 May

As progressive socialist forces gain momentum within the Democratic Party in New York City, several key congressional races are reflecting a potential ideological shift towards the far left.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Park Slope Food Coop draws outcry after member laments ‘Jewish supremacy’ during meeting

Grace Gilson in JTA · 1 May

A meeting at the Park Slope Food Coop in Brooklyn erupted in controversy when a member referred to Jewish supremacism during a discussion over implementing a BDS policy against Israel, drawing accusations of antisemitism.

0 Holidays Politics

The Passover lesson we need most after devastating years of war

Ben Krull in Forward · 31 Mar

The article reflects on the theme of empathy during Passover, a holiday steeped in the historical context of suffering and liberation, amidst the backdrop of ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.

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New data reveals how Jewish neighborhoods split between Cuomo and Mamdani

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 13 Nov 2025

The recent New York City mayoral election showcased a deep divide among Jewish voters, with Andrew Cuomo commanding strong support in Orthodox neighborhoods like Borough Park and Williamsburg, while Zohran Mamdani garnered overwhelming backing in progressive Jewish areas such as Park Slope and the Upper West Side.

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How Mamdani built bridges to Jewish New Yorkers, from Williamsburg to Park Slope

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 31 Oct 2025

Zohran Mamdani, a Muslim candidate for New York City mayor, has remarkably garnered support from various Jewish communities despite his controversial stance on Israel and ties to the Democratic Socialists of America.

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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.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Mamdani dodges calls to condemn 'globalize the intifada' slogan amid Jewish concerns

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 29 Jun 2025

Zohran Mamdani, poised to become New York City's mayor, has stirred controversy by refusing to condemn the slogan 'globalize the intifada,' criticized as a call for violence against Jews.

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With Ling Ye, pro-Israel activists see opportunity to unseat DSA-backed Alexa Avilés in South Brooklyn city council primary

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider · 20 Jun 2025

In South Brooklyn, pro-Israel activists are rallying behind Ling Ye, a moderate former congressional staffer, in her bid to unseat DSA-backed councilmember Alexa Avilés in the upcoming city council primary.

0 Politics Jewish Law

Brad Lander’s arrest by ICE marks a breakout moment for the Jewish NYC mayoral candidate

Lisa Keys in JTA · 17 Jun 2025

Brad Lander, the Jewish NYC comptroller and mayoral candidate, was arrested by ICE agents at an immigration court for attempting to block a detention, marking a significant moment in his campaign.

0 Jewish Law Politics

The Return of the American Council for Judaism

Jewish Currents in On the Nose · 12 Jun 2025

Mari Cohen and Rabbi Andrue Kahn explore the American Council for Judaism's history and its recent revival, addressing its role in promoting anti-nationalist values within Reform Judaism.

0 Politics Communities

Here’s how Adrienne Adams quietly got the coveted Hasidic nod Andrew Cumo longed for

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 10 Jun 2025

In the contentious New York City mayoral race, City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams has unexpectedly gained significant support from over two dozen Hasidic sects and schools in Borough Park, positioning her as a key contender.

0 Culture Communities

On the menu at this New York City book club: Deep discussions about Jewish identity.

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 26 May 2025

Kelly Chervin’s Lit Club offers Jewish New Yorkers a unique platform to explore Jewish identity and literature through intimate gatherings at venues like Balaboosta, an Israeli restaurant in NYC's West Village.

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Jewish mayoral candidate Brad Lander endorses Shahana Hanif for City Council

Joseph Strauss in JTA · 21 May 2025

Brad Lander, the Jewish candidate for New York mayor, has endorsed Shahana Hanif for re-election to her City Council seat.

0 Politics Culture

‘Next year in Gracie Mansion’: Where Jewish NYC mayoral candidates will do Seder

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 10 Apr 2025

As the New York City mayoral race intensifies, Jewish candidates Brad Lander, Scott Stringer, and Whitney Tilson are vying for a potential future Passover Seder at Gracie Mansion, should they be elected.

0 Culture Gender/Identity

Transgender rabbi Abby Stein’s coming-out story takes the spotlight in a new play

Elizabeth Karpen in JTA · 3 Apr 2025

Abby Chava Stein, the first openly transgender female rabbi from a Hasidic background, is the subject of "Becoming Eve," a new play adapted from her memoir.

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‘Stop super speeders’ bill gains new momentum after Brooklyn car crash kills Jewish mom and two children

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 1 Apr 2025

Following the tragic fatal car crash in Brooklyn that claimed the lives of Natasha Saada and her two young daughters, a New York State bill targeting 'super speeders' has gained renewed urgency.

0 Politics Jewish Law

The Jewish guide to New York City's mayoral election

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 13 Mar 2025

New York City's upcoming mayoral election presents a crowded field of candidates, including notable Jewish officials and allies, amid contentious debates influenced by the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict.

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A Jewish guide to the 2025 NYC mayoral candidates

Joseph Strauss in JTA · 12 Mar 2025

The 2025 NYC mayoral election is pivotal for the Jewish community amid rising antisemitism and political divisions exacerbated by recent conflicts and national politics.

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Why many Jews in and around Park Slope are mobilizing to vote their City Council representative out of office

Joseph Strauss in JTA · 11 Feb 2025

Jewish residents and community leaders in Park Slope, Brooklyn, are mobilizing against their City Council representative, Shahana Hanif, due to dissatisfaction with her responses to anti-Jewish sentiment and past controversial stances.

0 Communities Culture

The Pink Peacock, Glasgow’s queer-friendly, Yiddish-oriented, anti-Zionist cafe, sets its sights on Brooklyn

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 5 Feb 2025

The Pink Peacock, a queer-friendly, Yiddish-oriented, and anti-Zionist café from Glasgow, plans to reopen in Brooklyn.

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Jewish voters in Park Slope say they are ready for a change

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider · 28 Jan 2025

Recent antisemitic vandalism at the beloved Israeli-owned restaurant Miriam in Park Slope has underscored tensions within Brooklyn's Jewish community regarding local political representation.

0 Education Israel

Did our Jewish day school prepare us to discuss Israel with our peers in the real world? Yes, and no.

Jonah Bryfman in JTA · 14 Jan 2025

Former students of the Hannah Senesh Community Day School in Brooklyn share their experiences transitioning to diverse high schools and handling conversations about Israel amidst heightened tensions following the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks.

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