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0 Literature Politics

He was a Jewish leftist like Sandy Koufax — remembering Howard Zinn

Jim Sullivan in Forward · 25 Jan 2025

Howard Zinn, a noted historian and activist, is remembered fifteen years after his death for his impactful work, especially his controversial book "A People's History of the United States."

0 Politics Leadership

Why Is Trump Still Holding Rallies?

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 24 Jan 2025

The discussion delves into Donald Trump's continued rallies, examining whether they are a mere exercise in self-indulgence or a strategic move to maintain political influence as a lame duck president.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Alleged Nashville school shooter appears to have praised Hitler and shared neo-Nazi content

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 23 Jan 2025

A school shooting at Antioch High School in Nashville has drawn attention for its suspected links to neo-Nazi content and antisemitism.

0 History Politics

Things Worth Remembering: The Zionism of Martin Luther King

Douglas Murray in The Free Press · 19 Jan 2025

Douglas Murray pays tribute to Martin Luther King Jr.'s oratory and moral courage, highlighting his defense of Israel amidst tensions surrounding Zionism.

0 Politics Culture

The Wrath of Rothman

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 15 Jan 2025

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.

0 Politics Israel

Trump names former foe to Middle East team

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 5 Jan 2025

In a surprising move, President-elect Donald Trump announced the appointment of Morgan Ortagus as a deputy to his special envoy to the Middle East, Steve Witkoff.

0 Politics Israel

Trump names a former critic as Middle East aide — but says, ‘These things usually don’t work out’

Lauren Markoe in JTA · 5 Jan 2025

President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Morgan Ortagus as his deputy envoy for Middle East peace, despite expressing reservations due to her past criticisms of him.

0 Communities Leadership

Who Will Comfort Us Now

Toby Bulman Katz in Jewish Action · 24 Dec 2024

Rav Nachman Bulman, ztl, was a profound and influential rabbi whose legacy spans numerous communities and individuals influenced by his teachings and leadership.

0 Television/Film Holocaust

Did critics of the POW sitcom 'Hogan's Heroes' actually have a point?

Benjamin Ivry in Forward · 19 Dec 2024

As Hogan's Heroes nears its 60th anniversary, its controversial portrayal of a Nazi POW camp raises questions about its impact on public perception of Nazism and the Holocaust.

0 Politics Communities

The Jewish leader taking on Christian nationalism

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA · 17 Dec 2024

Rachel Laser, the Jewish president of Americans United for Separation of Church and State, is passionately leading the fight against Christian nationalism, a movement she perceives as a significant threat to religious pluralism in the United States.

0 Culture Jewish Law

As a Jew, I Dreaded Doing Christmas With My Husband’s Family Until I Made This Change

Dana Shavin in Kveller · 17 Dec 2024

Dana Shavin reflects on her personal journey of navigating holiday traditions with her Christian in-laws.

0 Culture Jewish Law

As a Jew, I Dreaded Doing Christmas With My Husband’s Family Until I Made This Change

Dana Shavin in Kveller · 17 Dec 2024

Dana Shavin reflects on her personal journey of navigating holiday traditions with her Christian in-laws.

0 Education Communities

Getting More Jewish Kids into Jewish Schools

Rachel Schwartzberg in Jewish Action · 17 Dec 2024

The Consortium of Jewish Day Schools (CoJDS) has launched a new initiative called "Coming Home" to promote Jewish education by increasing enrollment in Jewish day schools.

0 Politics Leadership

Challenges and opportunities for the Jewish members of the 119th Congress

Ron Kampeas in Forward · 12 Dec 2024

The 119th U.S. Congress sees noteworthy developments for Jewish members, with representation remaining stable but significant changes within party dynamics and leadership roles.

0 Politics Leadership

What to expect from the 34 Jewish members of the next Congress

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 12 Dec 2024

The upcoming U.S. Congress will see 34 Jewish members, with possible changes including the doubling of Jewish Republicans and new Jewish Democratic representatives.

0 Politics Jewish Law

Changing Sex Is Like Taking an Aspirin?

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 5 Dec 2024

The episode discusses the legal and social implications of a Supreme Court case concerning gender-affirming care for minors, highlighting various opinions among justices.

0 Politics Culture

How changing daylight saving time may impact Jews

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 4 Dec 2024

Benyamin Cohen explores the potential impacts on Jewish practices if the U.S. changes its daylight saving time observance.

0 Politics Israel

Trump names former Abraham Accords negotiator as top hostages official

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 4 Dec 2024

Adam Boehler, a key figure in negotiating the Abraham Accords, has been appointed by Donald Trump as the Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs.

0 Education Communities

In a post Oct. 7 world, what are Jewish high school seniors looking for in a college?

Eli Berk in JTA · 26 Nov 2024

With increasing concerns surrounding the safety and acceptance of Jewish students on college campuses in the wake of the events of October 7, 2023, Jewish high school seniors in the US are navigating their college choices with heightened scrutiny.

0 Ethics Culture

My pre-Thanksgiving challenge: hugging a turkey

Rob Eshman in Forward · 26 Nov 2024

Rob Eshman highlights the transformative experience of physically connecting with animals usually seen only as food, particularly through his encounter with Justice, a turkey at the Gentle Barn animal sanctuary.

0 Communities Culture

Letters to the Editor: Food as Heritage and Chagrin and Anger

Editor in Hadassah · 25 Nov 2024

This edition of Hadassah Magazine's Letters to the Editor features a range of responses highlighting significant issues within the Jewish community.

0 Politics Communities

More than 55 Jewish groups come out against terrorism bill that could threaten nonprofits

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA · 21 Nov 2024

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.

0 Politics Leadership

Who are the Jews in Trump’s inner circle?

Luke Tress in JTA · 18 Nov 2024

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.

0 Politics Israel

Trump named Mike Huckabee ambassador to Israel. Is that a sign of the second coming of annexation?

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 14 Nov 2024

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.

0 Ethics Politics

Opinion | ‘Godly Laws’ for Transgender Kids

Sarah Posner in Moment · 14 Nov 2024

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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