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0 Politics History

How would Jews fleeing Europe have fared under Trump's anti-immigration policies?

Terrence Petty in Forward · 29 Nov

The article explores the potential fate of Jewish and other refugees had they faced the anti-immigration policies under Donald Trump's administration, likening these policies to a form of racial purity code reminiscent of Nazi values.

0 Gender/Identity Torah

Women Are Rewriting the Role of Torah Scribe

Hilary Danailova in Hadassah · 20 Nov

Women scribes are revolutionizing Jewish tradition as they take on the historically male domain of Torah writing.

0 Gender/Identity Torah

Women Are Rewriting the Role of Torah Scribe

Hilary Danailova in Hadassah · 20 Nov

Women scribes are revolutionizing Jewish tradition as they take on the historically male domain of Torah writing.

0 Ethics Science

AI Knows You Better Than You Think. That’s a Problem

Rivka Bennun Kay in 18forty · 13 Nov

Rivka Bennun Kay's article discusses how the Forer Effect, originally identified in psychology experiments, is mirrored in the way people interact with AI technologies like ChatGPT.

0 Politics Communities

Extra Cholent: Seattle and Portland Politics Chat

The Cholent in The Cholent · 3 Nov

Max Steele engages in a lively discussion regarding the Portland political landscape, notably focusing on the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) and their substantial presence in the city council.

0 Ethics Communities

Reimagining American Judaism in an Age of Moral Confusion

The Cholent in The Cholent · 31 Oct

Rabbi Jay Rosenbaum reflects on the ongoing challenge of reimagining American Judaism amidst growing antisemitism, anti-Zionism, and broader moral confusion.

0 Politics Israel

Zohran Mamdani: The no-yes option

Jay Michaelson in Forward · 31 Oct

Jay Michaelson discusses the candidacy of Zohran Mamdani in the context of New York's mayoral election, emphasizing that while Mamdani's views on Israel might not align with those of many American Jews, there are broader issues at stake.

0 Culture Ethics

Yes, in My Backyard

Rina Raphael in Tablet · 31 Oct

Elizabeth Fournier's unique approach to death combines personal experience, passion, and an eco-friendly ethos as she champions a growing movement for alternative funerals.

0 Politics Leadership

Why rabbis across America are taking sides in New York’s mayoral race

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 29 Oct

The New York City mayoral race featuring Zohran Mamdani has sparked significant debate among rabbis across the United States, highlighting deepening divisions over Israel and antisemitism.

0 Politics Leadership

Why rabbis across America are taking sides in New York’s mayoral race

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 29 Oct

The New York City mayoral race featuring Zohran Mamdani has sparked significant debate among rabbis across the United States, highlighting deepening divisions over Israel and antisemitism.

0 Politics Communities

Cuomo narrows Mamdani’s lead, as older voters flock to the polls for early voting

JTA · 28 Oct

New York City's upcoming election sees a narrowing lead for Zohran Mamdani, with Andrew Cuomo gaining ground as early voting shows a strong turnout among older voters.

0 Politics History

Demanding loyalty of the U.S. military, Trump hungers for 'the kind of generals that Hitler had'

Terrence Petty in Forward · 26 Oct

The article explores former President Donald Trump's controversial approach to military loyalty and deployment, particularly in relation to progressive U.S. cities like Portland, Oregon.

0 Politics Culture

Banned for Life

David Jager in Tablet · 24 Oct

The piece explores the controversial figure of Gavin McInnes, known for founding the Proud Boys, a political group with far-right ideologies.

0 Sports Ethics

Was Deni Avdija an unwitting victim of the NBA's big betting scandal?

Louis Keene in Forward · 23 Oct

In a season marred by scandal, Israeli basketball player Deni Avdija was a standout performer for the Portland Trail Blazers, achieving career-high stats.

0 Politics Israel

A Transformed Middle East. Plus. . .

The Free Press in The Free Press · 14 Oct

The article from The Free Press highlights a significant 24 hours of diplomatic activity in the Middle East, spotlighting a peace deal orchestrated by former U.S. President Donald Trump.

0 Politics History

Who needs a Reichstag fire when you can just pretend Portland's burning?

Terrence Petty in Forward · 9 Oct

The article by Terrence Petty explores the contrast between Portland's actual environment and Donald Trump's portrayal of the city as a chaotic war zone.

0 Communities Ethics

Jewish women struggling with early menopause due to cancer treatment find new help

Debra Rubin in JTA · 9 Oct

Jewish women undergoing early menopause due to cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy or risk-reducing surgeries for BRCA gene mutation carriers, face severe health challenges that are often under-discussed by medical professionals.

0 Literature Culture

Letters to the Editor: Keep Buying Jewish Books

Editor in Hadassah · 3 Oct

Readers of Hadassah Magazine provide a variety of responses to the July/August 2025 issue, highlighting the importance of continuing to buy and engage with Jewish literature.

0 Politics Culture

Cuomo’s Conundrum. Plus. . .

The Free Press in The Free Press · 30 Sep

Amid a bustling news cycle, key political developments include Mayor Eric Adams bowing out of the New York City mayoral race and former Governor Andrew Cuomo's donors gearing up for a potential resurgence.

0 Politics Israel

Two Parties at War with Themselves. A Horrifying Attack on Mormons. Plus. . .

The Free Press in The Free Press · 29 Sep

The Free Press explores the internal conflicts within both the Republican and Democratic parties in the U.S. Republicans face divisions over antitrust enforcement, with disagreements between MAGA proponents and other influential Trump allies, while Democrats are experiencing a rift over a federal spending bill and potential primary challenges involving figures like Chuck Schumer and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.

0 Culture Politics

‘No place for Zionism’: Why some vegans are starting beef with Israeli chefs

Hannah Feuer in Forward · 18 Sep

Israeli-born chef Guy Vaknin is facing backlash from parts of the vegan community for not condemning Israel, highlighting a growing intersection of politics and the vegan movement.

0 Culture Leadership

I’m an Orthodox Jew Because of Charlie Kirk

Adam Sharf in The Free Press · 17 Sep

Adam Sharf recounts how a chance encounter with conservative activist Charlie Kirk at the University of Oregon led him down a path of introspection, ultimately influencing his decision to embrace Orthodox Judaism.

0 Education Antisemitism

Everyone thought I was crazy for majoring in religious studies. Here’s why it matters now more than ever.

Mira Fox in Forward · 12 Sep

Mira Fox reflects on choosing religious studies as a college major, a decision that met skepticism from her secular Jewish family concerned about practicality and employability.

0 Culture Holidays

Sounds of My Youth

Efraim Jaffe in Jewish Action · 12 Sep

Efraim Jaffe recounts a poignant Rosh Hashanah experience that intertwines memories of his past with his present spiritual journey.

0 Culture Holidays

Sounds of My Youth

Efraim Jaffe in Jewish Action · 12 Sep

Efraim Jaffe recounts a poignant Rosh Hashanah experience that intertwines memories of his past with his present spiritual journey.

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