Texas, United States

79% of Jews voted for Kamala Harris, according to largest preliminary exit poll

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 6 Nov

Preliminary exit polls from the National Election Pool suggest that 79% of Jewish voters supported Kamala Harris, continuing the trend of Jewish support for Democrats in national elections.

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Craig Goldman of Texas wins race, becoming 3rd Jewish Republican in Congress

Ron Kampeas in Forward · 6 Nov

Craig Goldman, a Texas state legislator and businessman, has won a congressional seat in north Texas, becoming the third Jewish Republican in the U.S. Congress, a first in over a decade.

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What Christian nationalism has in store for Jews and other religious minorities

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA · 5 Nov

The rise of Christian nationalism within American politics, notably through the MAGA movement, poses significant concerns for Jews and other religious minorities.

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Jewish in America, Lately

Future of Jewish in Future of Jewish · 4 Nov

In "Jewish in America, Lately," David Bogart reflects on his personal Jewish identity amidst rising antisemitism and global unrest, especially highlighted by the October 7th attacks in Israel.

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Does the Electoral College strengthen or weaken Jewish influence on the election?

Louis Keene in Forward · 4 Nov

With around 7.5 million Jews in the United States, Jewish electoral influence depends heavily on the mechanics of the Electoral College.

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George Santayana was wrong — remembering the past won't always protect us

Robert Zaretsky in Forward · 4 Nov

Reflecting on the role of historians in contemporary society, Robert Zaretsky challenges the belief that remembering the past will prevent us from repeating mistakes, a notion famously posited by George Santayana.

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Vibes and Polls and Predictions, Oh My!

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 4 Nov

Debate surrounds the potential outcomes of the upcoming election, with a focus on unexpected poll results and their implications.

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Nechumi Yaffe: 'I hate the idea that we are being killed and need to kill'

18 Questions, 40 Israeli Thinkers · 4 Nov

Nechumi Yaffe, a Haredi woman deeply involved in Israel's Religious Left, discusses the complex intersection of her identities and her role in Israeli social dynamics.

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Nechumi Yaffe: 'I hate the idea that we are being killed and need to kill'

18 Questions, 40 Israeli Thinkers · 4 Nov

Nechumi Yaffe, a Haredi woman deeply involved in Israel's Religious Left, discusses the complex intersection of her identities and her role in Israeli social dynamics.

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5 questions and answers on Jewish voters and candidates as Election Day approaches

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 3 Nov

Jewish voters and candidates hold significant influence in the approaching U.S. elections.

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The Jewish Sport Report: After a thrilling World Series, a historic Jewish MLB offseason is on-deck

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 1 Nov

The Jewish Sports Report highlights a pivotal MLB offseason for Jewish players following the Los Angeles Dodgers' World Series victory.

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The Southern Resurrection of Mah Jongg

Daci Platt in 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 in 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 in 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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Shameful Schumer and the Election

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 1 Nov

The podcast delves deep into allegations against Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer for allegedly advising Columbia University to avoid discussing antisemitic incidents, displaying both political and ethical ramifications amidst the backdrop of the nearing presidential election.

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How 10/7 changed everything — except the way Jewish interest groups fight antisemitism

eJewishPhilanthropy · 1 Nov

Matthias J. Becker, a researcher at the University of Cambridge, discusses the ongoing challenges in combating antisemitism online, aggravated by the reaction to the October 7 massacre in Israel.

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What Matters Now to Haviv Rettig Gur: US elections through an Israeli prism

What Matters Now · 31 Oct

Haviv Rettig Gur and Amanda Borschel-Dan discuss the U.S. presidential election from an Israeli perspective, examining why Israelis reportedly favor Donald Trump over Kamala Harris and the implications for Israeli-American relations.

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