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Rachel Rosenfield in Moment · 21 Apr

The Antisemitism Awareness Act (AAA) has been reintroduced by Rep. Mike Lawler, aiming to define antisemitism to aid the Department of Education in investigating discrimination against Jewish students.

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The Contemporary Crisis of Freedom

Jewish History Uncensored · 18 Apr

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein explores the concept of freedom from both a Torah perspective and a contemporary context, highlighting the ongoing challenges posed by bureaucratic expansion and societal expectations in modern governance.

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Sen. John Cornyn fighting to fend off insurgent primary challenge from Texas AG

Emily Jacobs in Jewish Insider · 16 Apr

Texas is set for a high-profile GOP primary battle as Attorney General Ken Paxton challenges incumbent Senator John Cornyn, spotlighting evolving conservative Republican dynamics in the state.

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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.

0 Politics History

America (at Her Best)

Sapir · 3 Apr

The article discusses the historically philosemitic foundations of the United States, highlighting notable Jewish contributions to American society and politics.

0 Communities Prayer

Show Up to Synagogue

Sapir · 3 Apr

The article explores the themes of Jewish identity, community, and spiritual longing through the lens of Moses's story from the Torah.

0 Antisemitism History

Why HBCUs Are Key to Fighting Antisemitism

Sapir · 3 Apr

The article delves into the complex history of antisemitism on historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) campuses, highlighting the influence of figures like Louis Farrakhan and the Nation of Islam.

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The Jewish Institutional Reaction to Mahmoud Khalil's Abduction

Jewish Currents in On the Nose · 13 Mar

Arielle Angel, Mari Cohen, and Alex Kane analyze the Jewish political response to Mahmoud Khalil's detention by ICE due to his pro-Palestinian activism at Columbia University.

0 Antisemitism Television/Film

Anthony Cumia, right-wing shock jock with history of antisemitism, gets nationally syndicated show

Ben Sales in JTA · 13 Mar

Anthony Cumia, a controversial radio broadcaster with a history of antisemitic and racist remarks, has received a national syndication deal for his show on New York’s conservative talk radio station 77 WABC.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Antisemitic and racist shock jock is back on the radio, 11 years after being fired for tirade

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward · 12 Mar

Anthony Cumia, a controversial radio host known for his racist and antisemitic remarks, has returned to the airwaves with a new show on New York's WABC.

0 Culture Communities

The Era of the Jewish Gun Club

Esther D. Kustanowitz in Hadassah · 3 Mar

In response to increased antisemitic threats and prominent international events, like the October 7 Hamas attacks, some American Jews, including those who may not traditionally align with gun culture, are increasingly turning towards firearm ownership and club participation for self-defense.

0 Jewish Law History

Jewish Identity vs. Identity Politics

Sapir · 1 Mar

Jonas Phillips, an early American Jewish figure, exemplified the tension between Jewish identity and civic participation through an 1787 letter he wrote to the Constitutional Convention.

0 Ethics Politics

Hamas has made me hate. How can I pray for peace?

Rabbi Marc Katz in Forward · 25 Feb

Rabbi Marc Katz reflects on the complex emotion of hatred, which has surfaced in him and his congregants following the brutal acts of Hamas, including murder and abductions of Israelis.

0 Politics Television/Film

I finally understand Benjamin Netanyahu.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 24 Feb

Joshua Hoffman's reflection on Benjamin Netanyahu parallels the Israeli Prime Minister to Frank Underwood, the fictional character from the political drama 'House of Cards.'

0 Art Holocaust

Vandals destroyed his tribute to Holocaust survivors — and yet this artist persists

Fredric Brandfon in Forward · 14 Feb

Italian artist AleXsandro Palombo has created poignant murals challenging indifference towards the Holocaust, honoring survivors Liliana Segre and Sami Modiano.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Linda McMahon, Trump’s education secretary pick, says she’ll fight antisemitism — but offers few specifics

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 13 Feb

Linda McMahon, President Trump's nominee for Secretary of Education, faced scrutiny during her confirmation hearing for her plans to combat campus antisemitism.

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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.

0 Politics Israel

Are We Really About to Empty Gaza of Palestinians?, with Tony Badran

Unorthodox · 5 Feb

The episode features Tablet Magazine's Tony Badran discussing former President Trump's radical proposal to evacuate Gaza of its 1.8 million Palestinian residents, moving them elsewhere in the Arab world.

0 Politics Israel

Is Trump Good for the Jews?

Emes Ve-Emunah · 5 Feb

This editorial examines the complex relationship between former U.S. President Donald Trump and the Jewish community, with a focus on his policies towards Israel and initiatives addressing antisemitism in the U.S.

0 Politics Holocaust

South Carolina’s Holocaust council is divided after chair cuts rabbi’s ‘political’ remarks from Auschwitz memorial broadcast

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 4 Feb

The South Carolina Council on the Holocaust is embroiled in controversy following the chairperson Lilly Filler's decision to remove a politically charged speech by Rabbi Sam Rose from a broadcast commemorating the liberation of Auschwitz.

0 Politics Holocaust

South Carolina’s Holocaust council is divided after chair cuts rabbi’s ‘political’ remarks from Auschwitz memorial broadcast

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 4 Feb

The South Carolina Council on the Holocaust is embroiled in controversy following the chairperson Lilly Filler's decision to remove a politically charged speech by Rabbi Sam Rose from a broadcast commemorating the liberation of Auschwitz.

0 Holocaust Politics

A South Carolina rabbi’s Holocaust memorial speech was pulled from public TV for being too ‘political’

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 31 Jan

Rabbi Sam Rose of South Carolina faced censorship when his Holocaust memorial speech linking the Holocaust to current anti-refugee, LGBTQ policies, and book bans was removed from a state public TV broadcast.

0 Holocaust Politics

A South Carolina rabbi’s Holocaust memorial speech was pulled from public TV for being too ‘political’

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 31 Jan

Rabbi Sam Rose of South Carolina faced censorship when his Holocaust memorial speech linking the Holocaust to current anti-refugee, LGBTQ policies, and book bans was removed from a state public TV broadcast.

0 Holocaust History

Magazine Discussion: The Enduring Relevance of Anne Frank

Editor in Hadassah · 26 Jan

Hadassah Magazine is hosting a panel discussion on February 20 about the lasting impact of Anne Frank's diary, which remains a pivotal work in Holocaust literature with translations in over 70 languages.

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