San Antonio, Texas, United States

Ted Cruz to Jewish Republicans: Antisemitism is ‘an existential crisis in our party’

Joseph Strauss in JTA · 31 Oct

At the Republican Jewish Coalition's annual summit in Las Vegas, Senator Ted Cruz highlighted the growing issue of antisemitism within the Republican Party, which he characterizes as an existential crisis.

0 Antisemitism Politics

‘The church is asleep right now’: Ted Cruz calls on Christians to confront right-wing antisemitism

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA · 24 Oct

Senator Ted Cruz, addressing a massive congregation at a Christian pro-Israel event, emphasized the alarming rise of antisemitism within right-wing circles and criticized the church's lack of response.

0 Communities Politics

The Horrifying Toll of Floods in Texas

Ami Magazine in Ami · 9 Jul

A tragic flood in central Texas, the deadliest in a century in the U.S., has resulted in nearly a hundred deaths, notably affecting children and teens at local summer camps.

0 Communities Holidays

For the Jewish community in central Texas, deadly flooding hits close to home

Hannah Feuer in Forward · 7 Jul

The Jewish community in central Texas has been heavily impacted by severe floods that resulted in the loss of numerous lives, including 27 people at Camp Mystic, a popular local site with deep historical ties to area residents.

0 Antisemitism Communities

Suspect arrested after mass shooting threat that closed Texas Jewish community center

Grace Gilson in JTA · 20 Jun

A suspect has been arrested for allegedly planning a mass shooting at the Barshop Jewish Community Center in San Antonio, Texas, leading to its temporary closure and heightened police presence at Jewish facilities across the city.

0 Politics Israel

Israel at War — A Nation that Dwells Alone

For Heaven's Sake · 28 May

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi examine the increasing international isolation of Israel amid ongoing conflict, as historical allies begin voicing criticism and political tensions rise.

0 Art Culture

Meet the Jewish artist behind a towering new sculpture in Brooklyn’s Prospect Park

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 29 Apr

Molly Gochman, a Jewish artist and activist, has unveiled a 15-foot tall bronze sculpture in Brooklyn's Prospect Park, part of her "Monuments to Motherhood" series.

0 Politics Education

Texas Jews split as lawmakers sign off on $1B private school voucher program

Grace Gilson in JTA · 17 Apr

Texas Jews are divided over a new $1 billion school voucher program approved by the Texas House of Representatives, which will provide up to $10,000 per student for private school tuition.

0 Sports Culture

Baseball's back, so here are the MLB's top Jewish players

Menschwarmers · 3 Apr

Major League Baseball's Jewish players are highlighted as the new baseball season begins, with discussions of trades, player movements, and standout athletes, such as Alex Bregman and Max Fried.

0 Culture Language

Yiddish in Texas: An unexpected language is still riding the bronco

Jake Schneider in Forward · 25 Mar

Yiddish has a long-standing and vibrant history in Texas, despite the state's popularly perceived linguistic identity.

0 Sports Culture

Jake Retzlaff, Alamo Bowl champ, runs on matzah in first Manischewitz ad

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 3 Jan

Jake Retzlaff, quarterback for Brigham Young University's Cougars, celebrates two milestones as he concludes a remarkable 2024: winning the Alamo Bowl and starring in his first commercial for Jewish food brand Manischewitz.

0 Jewish Law Gender/Identity

The Next Frontier in Religious Growth

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 24 Dec 2024

Cindy Scarr addresses the need for enhanced religious growth opportunities for adult Orthodox women, highlighting it as a largely overlooked area within American Orthodox communities.

0 Education Ethics

Restoring Religious Values into Our Schools

Emes Ve-Emunah · 22 Nov 2024

Reform Rabbi Mara Nathan of Temple Beth-El in San Antonio, Texas, protests a proposed public school curriculum for potentially teaching Christian dogma, which she views as a violation of both Jewish law and the First Amendment.

0 Education Communities

Texas Jews are ‘deeply concerned’ about Christian material in proposed public school curriculum

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 22 Nov 2024

Texas Jewish communities, led by figures like Rabbi Mara Nathan and Jewish organizations, are voicing strong concerns over the state’s proposed public school curriculum, Bluebonnet Learning, which is criticized for promoting Christian theology.

0 Politics Leadership

Who's Whispering in Trump's Ear?

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 11 Nov 2024

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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