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More than 55 Jewish groups come out against terrorism bill that could threaten nonprofits
Asaf Elia-Shalev
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JTA
· 21 Nov
In a controversial move, over 55 centrist and progressive Jewish organizations have united in opposition to the Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act, fearing it could give the US Treasury excessive power to revoke the tax-exempt status of nonprofits deemed as terrorist-affiliated without substantial evidence.
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Who are the Jews in Trump’s inner circle?
Luke Tress
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· 18 Nov
The article offers an overview of key Jewish figures within Donald Trump's inner circle as he prepares for a potential return to the White House.
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Trump named Mike Huckabee ambassador to Israel. Is that a sign of the second coming of annexation?
Ron Kampeas
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JTA
· 14 Nov
Donald Trump's appointment of Mike Huckabee as ambassador to Israel signals potential shifts in U.S.-Israel relations and the possibility of West Bank annexation.
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Opinion | ‘Godly Laws’ for Transgender Kids
Sarah Posner
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Moment
· 14 Nov
Sarah Posner discusses the upcoming Supreme Court case United States v. Skrmetti, which will address whether laws banning gender-affirming care for transgender youth violate constitutional rights.
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Close to 90 congressional Democrats urge Biden to sanction Israeli ministers Smotrich and Ben-Gvir
Ron Kampeas
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· 14 Nov
Nearly 90 congressional Democrats, including eight Jewish officials, are urging President Biden to impose sanctions on Israeli ministers Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben-Gvir due to their far-right policies that foster settler violence, undermine the Palestinian Authority, and promote annexation of the West Bank.
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If Vivek Ramaswamy becomes Secretary of State, his ‘America First’ ideology could complicate U.S.-Israel relationship
Jacob Kornbluh
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Forward
· 11 Nov
The potential nomination of Vivek Ramaswamy as Secretary of State under President-elect Donald Trump could introduce significant shifts in the U.S.-Israel relationship.
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Who's Whispering in Trump's Ear?
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
· 11 Nov
The episode discusses key appointments in Trump's incoming administration, particularly focusing on the likely roles of Elise Stefanik as U.N. Ambassador and Tom Homan as Border Czar, and their potential implications for U.S. foreign and immigration policy.
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This is not an endorsement for Kamala Harris — or Donald Trump
Jodi Rudoren
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Forward
· 1 Nov
Jodi Rudoren reflects on the fading tradition of newspaper political endorsements in light of recent decisions by the owners of major outlets like The Washington Post and The Los Angeles Times not to endorse any presidential candidates.
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The Southern Resurrection of Mah Jongg
Daci Platt
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Kveller
· 1 Nov
Mah jongg, traditionally a Chinese game, has seen a resurgence among various communities, particularly older Jewish women in the U.S. Recently, the game has gained unexpected popularity in the American South, notably among younger, non-Jewish women, turning it into a preppy social activity with a distinct Southern flair.
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The Southern Resurrection of Mah Jongg
Daci Platt
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Kveller
· 1 Nov
Mah jongg, traditionally a Chinese game, has seen a resurgence among various communities, particularly older Jewish women in the U.S. Recently, the game has gained unexpected popularity in the American South, notably among younger, non-Jewish women, turning it into a preppy social activity with a distinct Southern flair.
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Editor’s Note
Sapir
· 1 Nov
Amidst ongoing debates on the state of higher education, the article revisits criticisms against universities historically viewed as bastions of intellectual and social advancement, but now plagued by issues concerning social mobility, academic integrity, and political neutrality.
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Encouraging Debate, Not Settling It
Sapir
· 1 Nov
Daniel Diermeier, Chancellor of Vanderbilt University, discusses his commitment to fostering a campus culture rooted in inquiry and reason, amid growing disenchantment with higher education in the U.S. Diermeier emphasizes the importance of free speech, institutional neutrality, and reasoned debate to counteract perceived ideological drift in universities, particularly in light of political tensions and calls for universities to take a stand on controversial issues.
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Why HBCUs Are Key to Fighting Antisemitism
Sapir
· 1 Nov
The article explores the historical and evolving dynamics of Black-Jewish relations in the U.S., particularly focusing on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) like Howard University.
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Stark images of murder and torture in Israel leave US senators in tears and silence
Ron Kampeas
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Forward
· 29 Nov 2023
The showing of the harrowing October 7 Hamas attack footage to U.S. Senators by Jacky Rosen and Marco Rubio led to a rare moment of silence from typically vocal politicians.
