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Lawmakers, national security experts skeptical of Trump’s Iran diplomacy

Marc Rod in Jewish Insider · 10 Apr

Lawmakers and national security experts express deep skepticism over the Trump administration's nuclear negotiations with Iran, doubting the possibility of achieving a deal that fully dismantles Iran's nuclear program.

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'Another Jewish warrior': Fine wins special election for U.S. House seat

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 2 Apr

Randy Fine's recent election to the U.S. House of Representatives marks a significant increase in Republican Jewish representation, the highest in over four decades.

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Trump’s War on Big Law. Plus. . .

River Page in The Free Press · 31 Mar

Yale constitutional law professor Jed Rubenfeld delves into Donald Trump's actions against major law firms in response to perceived legal criticisms, an issue raising concerns about constitutional boundaries.

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The Supreme Court is taking on 3 cases that could help reshape American Jewish life

Michael A. Helfand in Forward · 27 Mar

The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear three significant cases with potential implications for American Jewish life, focusing on religious liberties and the separation of church and state.

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The “Not a Citadel, a Sanhedrin” Edition

Promised Podcast · 26 Mar

Marking the centennial of the Hebrew University's founding in Jerusalem, the episode dives into the significance of its establishment amidst a politically charged environment and global hopes for a Jewish academic haven.

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Nasty Blast from the Past // Measles is baaaack

Avi Shafran in Ami · 26 Mar

Avi Shafran highlights the return of measles, once a routine childhood illness before vaccines nearly eradicated it, now resurging due to declining vaccination rates.

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The world’s oldest Jewish book is on display in New York City

Lisa Keys in JTA · 19 Mar

A medieval manuscript known as the Afghan Liturgical Quire, believed to be the oldest Jewish book dating back to around 700 CE, is now on display at the Jewish Theological Seminary Library in New York City.

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The Bible could become law in West Virginia, but what would that mean?

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 13 Mar

Legislation introduced in West Virginia proposes elevating the Bible, including both the Old and New Testaments, as foundational legal documents, reflecting a rise in Christian nationalism.

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Stephen Bronfman starts new global Jewish climate fund to counter Trump's cuts to environmental protection

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 6 Mar

Stephen Bronfman has launched the Jewish Climate Trust to mobilize Jewish philanthropic efforts towards combating climate change, particularly in light of Donald Trump's environmental policy rollbacks.

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The Supreme Court’s Death Row ‘Miracle.’ Plus. . .

Madeleine Kearns in The Free Press · 26 Feb

Significant developments in three high-profile cases featured in The Free Press are highlighted.

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Christian nationalism is rising. So is the Christian resistance

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 18 Feb

Amanda Tyler, head of the Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Liberty, leads a growing movement within Christianity resisting the rise of Christian nationalism, a belief that the U.S. should be governed as a Christian nation.

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Jewish organizations must answer for this moment

eJewishPhilanthropy · 18 Feb

Jewish organizations need an urgent overhaul as they face a critical moment in their mission to combat antisemitism, according to Joe Roberts, the executive director of the Jewish Federation of Tulsa.

0 Education Politics

Are charter schools public schools? The question that has divided educators now has religious implications.

Michael A. Helfand in Forward · 14 Feb

The U.S. Supreme Court is set to rule on the constitutionality of Oklahoma's St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School, which stands to become the first religious charter school in the nation.

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Religious Schools as Government Funded Charter Schools

Emes Ve-Emunah · 12 Feb

The article explores the ongoing debate surrounding public funding for religious schools in the United States, particularly in light of a potential Supreme Court decision.

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A Supreme Court case could pave the way for publicly funded Jewish day schools

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA · 10 Feb

The U.S. Supreme Court's decision to hear St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School v. Drummond could significantly impact religious education funding, including for Jewish day schools.

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A Supreme Court case could pave the way for publicly funded Jewish day schools

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA · 10 Feb

The U.S. Supreme Court's decision to hear St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School v. Drummond could significantly impact religious education funding, including for Jewish day schools.

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Mark His Words

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 7 Feb

Mark Halperin discusses the early days of Trump's second term, highlighting the unprecedented speed and direction of his administration's actions, which leave both supporters and opponents scrambling.

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Strong resolve, weakened means: Jews try to keep focus on immigration and refugees under Trump 2.0

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 6 Feb

Rabbi Dan Kaiman and his congregation in Tulsa face a daunting challenge under President Trump's renewed immigration policies, which have frozen refugee resettlement grants.

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Jews have long been strong advocates for immigrants. Is that changing under Trump 2.0?

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 6 Feb

This piece examines the evolving role of Jewish advocacy groups concerning immigration, particularly in response to the intensified crackdowns under President Trump's administration.

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Deni Avdija, the NBA’s only Israeli, is making a mark on the Portland Trail Blazers

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 31 Jan

Deni Avdija, the only Israeli player in the NBA, recently delivered a career performance with the Portland Trail Blazers, scoring 30 points in a victory over the Milwaukee Bucks.

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14 athletes and personalities inducted into the International Jewish Sports Hall of Fame

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 24 Jan

The International Jewish Sports Hall of Fame recently announced its 2025 class, inducting 14 remarkable athletes and media figures from diverse sports worldwide.

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The Wrath of Rothman

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 15 Jan

Noah Rothman discusses his Commentary Magazine cover piece "A Clockwork Blue" about the evolution of political violence on the left and the perils of excusing violent actions in political discourse.

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Everyone has a plan to fight antisemitism. Few have studied what actually works.

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA · 6 Jan

The article discusses the establishment of the ADL's Center for Antisemitism Research, led by Matt Williams, which aims to scientifically evaluate strategies to combat rising antisemitism.

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Terrorism, Islamism, and the Democrats

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 2 Jan

Faced with the aftermath of two terrorist incidents in New Orleans and Las Vegas, the panel examines how fragmented leadership and differing narratives on Islamic terrorism are affecting the United States' political landscape, especially with respect to the Democratic Party and President Biden.

0 Television/Film Culture

Taylor Sheridan’s World

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 24 Dec 2024

The episode delves into the political and cultural themes explored by Taylor Sheridan, highlighting his unique anti-woke approach in Hollywood productions like 'Yellowstone' and 'Landman.'

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