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When Jews start packing suitcases, everyone should be concerned.

Leo Pearlman in Future of Jewish · 24 Dec

This stirring essay by Leo Pearlman tackles the alarming rise in antisemitism in the UK, underscored by recent polling showing that a significant portion of British Jews are considering leaving the country due to safety concerns.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Is Australia lying about the Bondi Beach attack?

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 17 Dec

Following a terrorist attack during a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach, the Australian government's response has been scrutinized, particularly in relation to potential Iranian involvement.

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Bondi Beach and the Long History of Anti-Zionist Violence

Adam Louis-Klein in The Free Press · 15 Dec

The horrific attack on a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach, which resulted in at least 16 deaths and numerous injuries, is the latest incident in an alarming trend of violence against Jewish communities that has been exacerbated since October 7.

0 Antisemitism Holidays

Bondi Beach attack transforms global Hanukkah celebrations into acts of defiance — with added security

Grace Gilson in Forward · 14 Dec

Following a tragic shooting at a Chabad Hanukkah party in Australia, Jewish communities worldwide, led by Chabad emissaries, have turned their Hanukkah celebrations into powerful acts of defiance against antisemitism.

0 Politics Leadership

Top ADL civil rights lay leader quits, accusing group of being ‘useful idiot’ for Trump

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 12 Dec

Joe Berman, a former key leader at the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), has publicly resigned, criticizing the organization for aligning too closely with the Trump administration and narrowing its focus exclusively to antisemitism at the expense of broader civil rights advocacy.

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Trump’s new White House ballroom architect is a Jewish immigrant who has advocated for refugees

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 5 Dec

Shalom Baranes, a Jewish immigrant originally from Libya, has been chosen as the architect for President Donald Trump's White House East Wing project.

0 Communities Politics

Our Fragile Tents: Community, Consent, and Care

Yehuda Kurtzer in Sources · 4 Dec

Yehuda Kurtzer explores the evolving North American Jewish identity, shifting from kinship-based to consent-based belonging—a trend intensified by societal challenges and changing communal responses.

0 Israel Politics

Why IDF soldiers’ official headshots only show their backs

Hannah Feuer in Forward · 3 Dec

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has adopted the unusual practice of displaying official headshots of its service members showing only the backs of their heads.

0 Holocaust Culture

A timely New York exhibition immerses listeners in voices from the Holocaust

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 3 Dec

The New York Historical's latest exhibition, "The Recordings: Voices from the Shoah Tapes," presents a visceral auditory experience that highlights the history and trauma of the Holocaust.

0 Culture Politics

Cory Booker has long embraced Jewish tradition. Now he has married a Jewish woman.

Grace Gilson in Forward · 1 Dec

Senator Cory Booker, known for his affinity with Jewish traditions, has married Alexis Lewis, a Jewish real estate professional, in an interfaith ceremony under a chuppah.

0 Art Politics

She was a dancer who leapt to the top of her field — then the Trump administration fired her

Stav Ziv in Forward · 1 Dec

The article details the story of Jane Rabinovitz Raleigh, who rose from an intern to Director of Dance Programming at the Kennedy Center before being dismissed during Donald Trump's second term as President, amidst efforts to reshape the esteemed cultural institution.

0 Politics History

How would Jews fleeing Europe have fared under Trump's anti-immigration policies?

Terrence Petty in Forward · 29 Nov

The article explores the potential fate of Jewish and other refugees had they faced the anti-immigration policies under Donald Trump's administration, likening these policies to a form of racial purity code reminiscent of Nazi values.

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ESPN’s Paul Finebaum nearing decision on bid for Tommy Tuberville’s Senate seat

Emily Jacobs in Jewish Insider · 25 Nov

Paul Finebaum, ESPN host and prominent Jewish sports commentator, is considering a Senate bid for Alabama's open seat in 2024.

0 Culture Holidays

I attended a world-record breaking Shabbat dinner. You won’t believe how much we ate.

Hannah Feuer in Forward · 24 Nov

The "Big Shabbat" at New York's Javits Convention Center set a new world record with 2,761 attendees, surpassing Berlin's 2015 record.

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As young Jews move away from Israel, Jewish leaders are reluctant to change their approach

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward · 21 Nov

Jewish leaders convened at the Jewish Federations of North America's annual conference in Washington, D.C., grappling with the challenge of younger American Jews increasingly distancing themselves from Israel.

0 Politics History

As Trump officials cozy up to Germany's far right, everything alt is neu again

Terrence Petty in Forward · 18 Nov

The article explores the historical and contemporary connections between American and German far-right movements, focusing on the German-American Bund of the 1930s and the current relationship between Trump's MAGA movement and Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party.

0 Art Culture

At Christie’s, a public viewing and private sale of unique and historic menorahs

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 18 Nov

Christie's is hosting a private sale showcasing 35 unique and historic menorahs from the collection of esteemed attorney and Judaica collector Max N. Berry, as Hanukkah approaches.

0 Politics Israel

Farewell to the Abraham Accords

Lee Smith in Tablet · 18 Nov

The article by Lee Smith examines the complicated legacy of the Abraham Accords and the geopolitical dynamics between the United States, Israel, and Saudi Arabia.

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Gifted with Obligation

Shoshana Friedman in Jewish Action · 14 Nov

Shoshana Friedman reflects on the profound impact and legacy of Rabbi Moshe Hauer, ztl, who led the Orthodox Union with a deep sense of responsibility towards Klal Yisrael.

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We gather this year at a moment of return and reckoning

eJewishPhilanthropy · 14 Nov

Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) convenes more than 2,000 Jewish leaders at the 2025 General Assembly in Washington, D.C., focusing on three critical themes: rebuilding Israel post-conflict, combating North American antisemitism, and sustaining a resurgence in Jewish engagement.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The Buchanan Resurrection

Lee Smith in Tablet · 12 Nov

The tension within the MAGA movement reflects a broader clash within modern conservatism, where internal divisions are exacerbated by an effort to reassess past ideological foundations.

0 Politics Israel

Why this congressional candidate is making attacks on AIPAC central to his campaign

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 11 Nov

Michael Blake, a congressional candidate from New York, has centered his campaign on criticizing AIPAC, reflecting a broader trend among progressive candidates to distance themselves from the pro-Israel lobby.

0 Politics Gender/Identity

Feminist vs. Jewish: These women say NYC’s mayoral election is forcing a painful choice

Jackie Hajdenberg in Forward · 30 Oct

In the New York City mayoral election, Jewish women voters face a dilemma that pits their feminist values against their Jewish identity.

0 Antisemitism Politics

ADL enlists major law firms to launch pro bono network for antisemitism cases

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA · 29 Oct

The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) has launched a nationwide pro bono legal network to assist victims of antisemitism, partnering with over 40 major law firms to offer legal services.

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Cuomo narrows Mamdani’s lead, as older voters flock to the polls for early voting

JTA · 28 Oct

New York City's upcoming election sees a narrowing lead for Zohran Mamdani, with Andrew Cuomo gaining ground as early voting shows a strong turnout among older voters.

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