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Jewish leaders throw support behind bipartisan House antisemitism bill

Grace Gilson in JTA · 10 Jun

Jewish leaders have shown strong support for new bipartisan legislation introduced by Representatives Dan Goldman and Mike Lawler aimed at enhancing the security of Jewish institutions in the U.S.

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A Jewish way to mark the 250th: A close reading of America’s ‘sacred’ texts

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 7 Jun

In anticipation of America’s 250th birthday, religious groups are reevaluating foundational American documents through a Jewish lens.

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‘Couples Therapy’ Star Orna Guralnik Is the Jewish TV Healer We Need Right Now

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 1 Jun

Orna Guralnik, the Israeli American therapist starring in Showtime's 'Couples Therapy,' has become a pivotal figure in modern television's portrayal of therapeutic healing.

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Piers Morgan is what's wrong with media coverage of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict — and I can't stop watching him

Rob Eshman in Forward · 16 May

In a column by Rob Eshman, Piers Morgan's show "Piers Morgan Uncensored" is critiqued for its approach to discussing contentious issues such as the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

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Rabbis arrested during Jewish-led anti-ICE protest in NYC

Joseph Strauss in JTA · 1 May

A group of rabbis was arrested during a Jewish-led protest against ICE at a New York City courthouse, highlighting the ongoing Jewish activism in support of immigrant rights.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Who’s Responsible?

Lee Smith in Tablet · 30 Apr

Lee Smith's article explores the complexities of political violence in America, particularly threats against Donald Trump, and the intricate web of conspiracy theories that exacerbate these tensions.

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Iran’s regime is obsessed with Jeffrey Epstein

Simone Saidmehr in Forward · 12 Apr

Amid escalating tensions with the U.S., the Iranian regime has latched onto the figure of Jeffrey Epstein in its anti-Western propaganda, merging his notorious image with conspiracy theories involving Baal, an ancient deity mischaracterized in some narratives as a symbol of moral corruption.

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When Jewish Educational Innovation Reinforces the Status Quo

Sources · 29 Mar

Ana Robbins, former leader of a successful Atlanta Sunday school, closed her program to innovate with a different educational model: a five-day-a-week afterschool program blending childcare with Jewish learning.

0 Communities Antisemitism

A gunman rammed a Michigan synagogue. Its security preparations may have saved lives.

JTA · 12 Mar

A gunman attacked Temple Israel in Michigan, but thanks to the synagogue's robust security measures and training, lives were saved.

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Keep the lamp on

eJewishPhilanthropy · 6 Mar

Rabbi Sid Schwarz reflects on the current state of immigration policy in the United States, urging a return to the values symbolized by the Statue of Liberty and echoing the Jewish imperative to care for the stranger.

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Why I already miss Rev. Jesse Jackson

Jane Ramsey in Forward · 5 Mar

Jane Ramsey reflects on her decades-long association with Rev. Jesse Jackson and the impactful coalition-building between the Black and Jewish communities in Chicago.

0 Politics Israel

Amid Iran tensions, Huckabee tells US embassy staff in Israel they should leave ‘TODAY’ if they wish

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 27 Feb

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee has advised embassy staff and their families to consider leaving Israel promptly due to rising tensions that suggest a possible U.S. military action against Iran.

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After 3-hour White House meeting, Trump says he ‘insisted’ to Netanyahu that Iran talks should continue

Grace Gilson in Forward · 11 Feb

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with former U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House, aiming to influence the U.S. stance on negotiations with Iran.

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Antisemitism speech sparks pushback from Jewish conservatives

Asaf Elia-Shalev in Forward · 1 Feb

Yoram Hazony, a prominent Israeli conservative intellectual, has sparked a contentious debate within the Jewish conservative community following his comments condemning antisemitic rhetoric from conservative figures like Tucker Carlson.

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Federal building with murals by Jewish artists at risk of sale, demolition

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 28 Jan

The Wilbur J. Cohen Building in Washington D.C., renowned for its New Deal-era murals by Jewish artists like Ben Shahn, is threatened by potential sale and demolition.

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In polarizing times, Jewish professionals need constructive dialogue skills

eJewishPhilanthropy · 23 Jan

Tiffany Harris, the Chief Program Officer of Mem Global, underscores the importance of constructive dialogue for Jewish professionals amidst increasing political and social polarization.

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In defense of the Sarah Hurwitz we know — and the nuance we all need in this moment

JTA · 2 Dec 2025

This article defends Sarah Hurwitz, who served as a speechwriter for the Obama administration and has since authored books on Jewish identity and antisemitism, against a social media backlash.

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There's something rotten in our approach to antisemitism. Tucker Carlson exposed it

Rob Eshman in Forward · 19 Nov 2025

The article by Rob Eshman argues that the U.S. government and political leaders exhibit a double standard regarding antisemitism, targeting left-wing instances while ignoring or downplaying right-wing occurrences, such as those involving figures like Tucker Carlson and Nick Fuentes.

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This Reform rabbi is one of 456 competitors on Season 2 of Netflix’s ‘Squid Game’

Grace Gilson in JTA · 4 Nov 2025

Rabbi Jamie Field, initially inspired by similar reality shows, participated in Netflix's "Squid Game: The Challenge," bringing her Jewish values and rabbinical presence to the competition.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Why are we so focused on Mamdani — not Nazi-inspired ideas proliferating on the right?

Michael Rothbaum in Forward · 31 Oct 2025

The article by Rabbi Michael Rothbaum critiques the disproportionate Jewish focus on Zohran Mamdani's mayoral candidacy due to his criticism of Israel, when far more pressing threats exist in the form of Nazi-inspired and white supremacist ideologies proliferating on the American right.

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China’s War on Christians

Bob Fu in Tablet · 29 Oct 2025

The article details China's severe crackdown on the Zion House Church, a prominent Christian movement in China, marking the most significant suppression of Christianity since the Cultural Revolution.

0 Communities Antisemitism

As more Jews acquire guns, a Jewish security group urges stronger regulations for synagogues

Grace Gilson in JTA · 9 Sep 2025

In response to rising antisemitism following Hamas's 2023 attack on Israel, an increasing number of Jews are acquiring firearms for personal protection, leading to the expansion of Jewish gun clubs like Lox & Loaded.

0 Culture Antisemitism

Roblox’s ban of a user named ‘Schlep’ has ignited a crisis for the mega-popular gaming platform

Grace Gilson in JTA · 15 Aug 2025

The controversial ban of a Roblox user named Schlep, who took on the task of identifying child predators within the platform, has become a significant event, highlighting issues of content moderation and child safety on the gaming site.

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Yet Another White House Says It Won’t Fund Engineered Deadly Viruses

Thomas Kelly in Tablet · 7 Aug 2025

The article discusses recent moves by the Trump and previous administrations to curb gain-of-function (GOF) research, which involves experimenting on potentially pandemic-inducing viruses.

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Nobody Votes for Podcasters

Michael Lind in Tablet · 14 Jul 2025

Michael Lind explores assertions that Donald Trump betrayed his working-class base by deviating from his original "America First" policies.

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