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Dave Matthews pushes back on claims his criticism of Israel is antisemitic

Grace Gilson in Forward · 8 Jun

Dave Matthews, frontman of the Dave Matthews Band, has defended himself against accusations of antisemitism following his criticisms of Israel’s policies, particularly regarding the West Bank and Gaza.

0 Leadership Communities

From stewardship to shared responsibility: How Jewish leadership is changing

eJewishPhilanthropy · 29 May

In the wake of the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel, Jewish communities in North America are witnessing a significant shift in leadership dynamics.

0 Politics Israel

Iran, Israel and Hitler’s gun are all on the ballot in key primaries in Texas and NC on Tuesday

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 2 Mar

The primary elections in North Carolina and Texas are spotlighting tensions around Israel and Middle East policies.

0 Communities Politics

New York’s Mass Flight From Reality

Armin Rosen in Tablet · 29 Sep 2025

Armin Rosen's article explores the apparent shift in New Yorkers' mindset and lifestyle towards a more 'normal' American identity, characterized by a surge in chain retailers, car ownership, and golf simulation businesses.

0 Television/Film Culture

Forty years later, we need 'The Golden Girls' now more than ever

Olivia Haynie in Forward · 11 Sep 2025

"The Golden Girls" remains a beloved TV show 40 years after its debut for its refreshing portrayal of older women and its Jewish sensibility, despite Jewish characters not being central.

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The Jewish Federation isn't evolving on Israel. So it's losing young Jews like me

Lahav Zaken in Forward · 8 Aug 2025

Lahav Zaken, a young Jewish Israeli American from North Carolina, criticizes Jewish Federations for not acknowledging the evolving perspectives of many American Jews regarding Israel.

0 Communities Antisemitism

Proud, but pushed out: Why LGBTQ Jews are creating Pride spaces of their own

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider · 17 Jun 2025

As antisemitic sentiments persist in some LGBTQ community spaces, Jewish LGBTQ groups are increasingly creating separate Pride events.

0 Art History

Purim Illuminated

Jenna Weissman Joselit in Jewish Review of Books · 13 Mar 2025

The exhibition "The Book of Esther in the Age of Rembrandt" at the Jewish Museum offers a captivating exploration of Queen Esther's influence on 17th-century Dutch art and society.

0 Art Culture

Why Queen Esther was the star in the age of Rembrandt's Amsterdam

PJ Grisar in Forward · 6 Mar 2025

In the 17th century Netherlands, Queen Esther's story resonated strongly, serving as a cultural bridge for the newly free Dutch society and the burgeoning Jewish community, particularly as depicted in an extensive exhibition at the Jewish Museum in Manhattan.

0 Politics Israel

Trump, hailing release of hostages, signals that he is committed to ceasefire

Ben Sales in Forward · 19 Jan 2025

Former U.S. President Donald Trump, now the Republican presidential nominee, has celebrated the release of three Israeli hostages from Hamas and signaled his commitment to enforcing the ceasefire in Gaza.

0 Politics Jewish Law

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

Louis Keene in Forward · 6 Nov 2024

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 Leadership

Josh Stein defeats Mark Robinson to become North Carolina’s first Jewish governor

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 6 Nov 2024

Josh Stein has made history as North Carolina's first Jewish governor, defeating Republican Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, whose campaign was marred by his past inflammatory remarks about Jews and others.

0 Politics Culture

Vibes and Polls and Predictions, Oh My!

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 4 Nov 2024

The Commentary Magazine Podcast discusses the upcoming election with a focus on the divergence between poll predictions and public sentiment, considering both Kamala Harris's and Donald Trump's standings.

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Steve Speaks!

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 30 Oct 2024

The episode features a discussion with Steve Kornacki about the upcoming U.S. election, focusing on voter behavior patterns and potential swing states.

0 Politics Leadership

The Durham Dilemma

Armin Rosen in Tablet · 30 Oct 2024

Josh Stein, the current North Carolina Attorney General and likely gubernatorial winner, represents a shift in Democratic leadership, focusing on moderation and effective governance.

0 Politics Israel

Why Jews Are Voting for Donald Trump

Abigail Pogrebin in Tablet · 28 Oct 2024

In a roundtable discussion, Jewish Trump supporters shared their motivations for backing him in the upcoming 2024 elections, despite some ambivalence about his character.

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