North Carolina, United States

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How My Southern Interfaith Family Pulled Together the Perfect Bat Mitzvah

Sara Blancke in Kveller · 29 Nov

In a touching personal narrative, Sara Blancke shares how her Southern interfaith family crafted a meaningful bat mitzvah for her daughter within a unique setting—a Presbyterian church in South Carolina.

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Fighting antisemitism is ‘an American issue’ not a Democratic or Republican one, says House Democratic leader

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 22 Nov

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries emphasized the need to address antisemitism as a nonpartisan issue during a conversation at Temple Emanu-El Streicker Center in New York.

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Joshmentum: Across the United States, voters are embracing the Jewish Josh

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 22 Nov

In the 2024 U.S. election cycle, Jewish politicians named Josh have gained prominence, with Josh Stein winning the gubernatorial race in North Carolina, joining Josh Shapiro in Pennsylvania and Josh Green in Hawaii as Jewish governors.

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'A sense of wariness' for many Jews when they see keffiyehs in public

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 20 Nov

The controversy surrounding the display of a keffiyeh on a Chapel Hill banner reflecting progressive activism underscores a broader tension within Jewish communities about the garment's symbolism post-October 7 attacks.

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Jews struggle with how to react to seeing keffiyehs in public

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 20 Nov

In Chapel Hill, North Carolina, a public banner featuring a keffiyeh has sparked controversy among local Jews who view it as a symbol of support for Hamas and a threat to Israel.

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The least lonely man of faith

eJewishPhilanthropy · 18 Nov

Sophia Chitlik Abram reflects on the extraordinary legacy of Joel Fleishman, a scholar and mentor revered for his relational genius, kindness, and unswerving belief in others' potential.

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The least lonely man of faith

eJewishPhilanthropy · 18 Nov

Sophia Chitlik Abram reflects on the extraordinary legacy of Joel Fleishman, a scholar and mentor revered for his relational genius, kindness, and unswerving belief in others' potential.

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As Schumer presses ahead with Antisemitism Awareness Act, concerns about free speech resurface

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 17 Nov

Senator Chuck Schumer is pushing forward the Antisemitism Awareness Act (AAA), aiming to codify a controversial definition of antisemitism under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, which could lead to corrective actions in educational institutions for discrimination.

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What the Jews Keep Getting Wrong About Politics

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 16 Nov

Joshua Hoffman critiques the entrenched political alignments of American Jews, arguing that reliance on the Democratic Party overlooks rising antisemitism within liberal circles, particularly following recent events.

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Rep. Josh Gottheimer, a Jewish Democrat, launches bid for New Jersey governor

Jackie Hajdenberg in Forward · 15 Nov

Rep. Josh Gottheimer, a centrist Jewish Democrat representing New Jersey's 5th Congressional District, has officially announced his candidacy for the state's governorship in the upcoming election.

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The End of the Obama Presidency — Finally

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 11 Nov

The article critiques the end of the Obama era, particularly in the context of U.S.-Israel relations and its influence on American politics.

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From the Newsletter | Exit Polls Hint at Trump Gains with Jewish Voters

Jacob Forman in Moment · 7 Nov

Donald Trump has reportedly seen significant gains among Jewish voters in the 2024 presidential election, according to exit polls and initial analyses.

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Did the Democrats Gaslight Themselves?

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 7 Nov

The panel discusses the Democratic Party's blame game following Kamala Harris's concession speech and the implications of Donald Trump's election victory in 2024.

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House report finds that universities made ‘shocking concessions’ to hate

Jewish Chronicle · 7 Nov

A report from the House of Representatives Committee on Education and the Workforce reveals concerning findings about antisemitism on college campuses, following an investigation spurred by incidents after October 7.

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Jews named Josh will be 6% of U.S. governors. Rabbis named Josh have leadership advice.

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 6 Nov

In an intriguing overlap of names and prominence, Josh Stein's election as governor of North Carolina means that 6% of U.S. governors are now Jewish men named Josh, joining Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania and Josh Green of Hawaii.

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The Trump Triumph

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 6 Nov

Donald Trump achieved a historic political comeback by securing his second presidential term, winning swing states and gaining support from diverse voter groups including Hispanic and Jewish voters.

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The Trump Triumph

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 6 Nov

The hosts discuss Donald Trump's unexpected electoral victory in 2024, comparing it to his 2016 win, and analyze the political climate that led to this outcome.

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First thoughts: The 2024 election and American Jewry

eJewishPhilanthropy · 6 Nov

As America navigates a politically charged 2024 election cycle, the Jewish community finds itself at a crossroads, facing ideological rifts and new political dynamics.

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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.

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79% of Jews voted for Kamala Harris, according to largest preliminary exit poll

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 6 Nov

Preliminary exit polls from the National Election Pool suggest that 79% of Jewish voters supported Kamala Harris, continuing the trend of Jewish support for Democrats in national elections.

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Trump retakes presidency, heralding new era for the United States, its Jews and its relationship with Israel

Ron Kampeas in Forward · 6 Nov

Donald Trump has been re-elected as President of the United States, an outcome set to redefine U.S. policies and its relationship with Israel, amidst significant concerns among American Jews.

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Meet Josh Stein, North Carolina’s first Jewish governor-elect

Louis Keene in Forward · 6 Nov

Josh Stein, a Democrat and North Carolina's Attorney General, has been elected as the state's first Jewish governor, joining the ranks of six Jewish state executives in 2025.

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Meet Josh Stein, North Carolina’s first Jewish governor-elect

Louis Keene in Forward · 6 Nov

Josh Stein, a Democrat and North Carolina's Attorney General, has been elected as the state's first Jewish governor, joining the ranks of six Jewish state executives in 2025.

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Meet Josh Stein, North Carolina’s first Jewish governor-elect

Louis Keene in Forward · 6 Nov

Josh Stein, a Democrat and North Carolina's Attorney General, has been elected as the state's first Jewish governor, joining the ranks of six Jewish state executives in 2025.

0 Politics Jewish Law

Meet Josh Stein, North Carolina’s first Jewish governor-elect

Louis Keene in Forward · 6 Nov

Josh Stein, a Democrat and North Carolina's Attorney General, has been elected as the state's first Jewish governor, joining the ranks of six Jewish state executives in 2025.

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