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35 rabbis arrested in NYC and DC protests for Gaza food aid

Grace Gilson in Forward · 29 Jul

In a bold demonstration of activism, 35 rabbis were arrested in New York City and Washington, DC for protesting the Israeli blockade of Gaza and advocating for humanitarian aid.

0 Jewish Law Education

Tal Fortgang and David E. Bernstein on Defending Jewish Civil Right on Campus: How the government can fight anti-Semitism effectively and legally

Tikvah · 25 Jul

Columbia University recently agreed to a $200 million settlement with the Trump administration, marking significant governmental action against antisemitism on campus.

0 Communities History

Ask the Rabbis | What Would Astonish a Time Traveler From 1975 About Your Denomination Today?

Moment in Moment · 9 Jul

Rabbis from different Jewish denominations reflect on what would surprise a time traveler from 1975 about their communities today.

0 Antisemitism Politics

The far-right is saying Jews don’t serve in the military — they’re wrong

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward · 19 Jun

Arno Rosenfeld challenges antisemitic claims popularized by far-right figures like Tucker Carlson, asserting that Jews avoid military service and are pushing America toward conflict with Iran.

0 Leadership Israel

18 Women With Zionist Cred

Alex Lapkin Schwank in Hadassah · 28 May

Hadassah's recognition of 18 influential women advocating for Israel highlights the diverse and passionate nature of pro-Israel advocacy today.

0 Politics Communities

How Joe Biden developed his lifelong affection for Jews

Benjamin Ivry in Forward · 19 May

Joe Biden's longstanding support and affinity for Jewish people arise from values instilled by his father, who believed in defending minority groups, and from influential mentors like Holocaust survivor Tom Lantos.

0 Literature Culture

Searching for Levy Hideo

Bob Davis in Moment · 13 May

The article explores the unique life journey of Ian Levy, also known as Levy Hideo, an American Jew who became a celebrated Japanese novelist.

0 Communities Politics

Streetwise in Syria

Sharona in Mishpacha · 13 May

Sharona embarks on a journey to Syria, joining a delegation of Jews of Syrian descent to visit the grave of Rav Chaim Vital despite recent grave vandalism.

0 Jewish Law Ethics

Ask the Rabbis | Does Jewish Law Require that Hostages be Redeemed Regardless of Cost?

Moment in Moment · 7 Apr

The question of whether Jewish law demands the redemption of hostages regardless of cost remains complex and unresolved within Jewish jurisprudence.

0 Politics Israel

In Qatargate fiasco, Netanyahu’s 'witch hunt' narrative takes cues from Trump

Dan Perry in Forward · 2 Apr

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is embroiled in a scandal dubbed "Qatargate," involving allegations that two of his aides accepted Qatari funds to influence Israeli media and policy in favor of Qatar.

0 Antisemitism Jewish Law

The Conversation

Moment in Moment · 4 Feb

The article "The Conversation" by Moment Magazine covers several complex issues facing the Jewish community today.

0 Politics Ethics

Confirming the Unconfirmable

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 30 Jan

The Commentary Magazine Podcast covers the contentious Senate confirmation hearings of RFK Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard, probing their suitability for roles in the Trump administration.

0 Communities History

They met at synagogue in 1961. They were buried together at Arlington National Cemetery in 2025. This is their story.

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 29 Jan

Elsie Adler and Edith Kaufman shared a remarkable friendship that lasted over six decades, beginning when they met at synagogue in 1961.

0 Jewish Law Culture

Ask the Rabbis | Is Cremation Still Off Limits For Jews?

Moment in Moment · 26 Nov 2024

Cremation has traditionally been considered off-limits in Jewish practice due to religious, cultural, and historical factors.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Who Is White Nationalist Leader Richard Spencer?

Forward · 19 Oct 2017

Richard Spencer is a prominent figure in white nationalist circles, known for promoting a white ethno-state in the United States.

0 Food Communities

Dining or Dying – A Jew’s Conundrum in Zimbabwe

Forward · 25 Aug 2016

Ayanna Nahmias shares a poignant account of her struggle to maintain kashrut while visiting Zimbabwe after inheriting her father's property.

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