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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.

0 Politics Communities

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.

0 Politics Communities

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.

0 Leadership Communities

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.

0 Politics Communities

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.

0 Antisemitism History

Jews cannot afford to be naïve about the hatred that never died.

Tzlil Berko in Future of Jewish · 28 Oct

Tzlil Berko recounts a personal encounter with antisemitism on a Washington, D.C. train, emphasizing the pervasive and enduring nature of Jew-hatred.

0 Music Culture

Why does this Jewish music sound so Christian?

Mira Fox in Forward · 26 Oct

Joe Buchanan's new album "Heaven and Earth," integrates Jewish prayer texts into country music, creating an unexpected fusion that some listeners mistake for Christian music.

0 Culture Politics

Leonard Bernstein wrote a love song to the White House; now it's an elegy

Talya Zax in Forward · 25 Oct

Leonard Bernstein's musical, "1600 Pennsylvania Avenue," portrayed American history as inclusive, highlighting the contributions of women and Black servants to the White House's story, despite its short-lived Broadway run.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Why I don't trust Zohran Mamdani to fight left-wing antisemitism

Sruli Fruchter in Forward · 23 Oct

Sruli Fruchter critically evaluates New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani's ability to address left-wing antisemitism, given his history of pro-Palestinian activism.

0 Politics Philosophy

Harmeet Dhillon’s Civil Rights Revolution. Why Hamas Doesn’t Want Peace. Plus. . .

The Free Press in The Free Press · 16 Oct

The latest edition of The Free Press highlights Harmeet Dhillon's controversial tenure as assistant attorney general with the Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Trump on Mamdani: ‘He hates Jewish people and yet he’s got Jewish people supporting him’

JTA · 15 Oct

In the context of the New York City mayoral race, President Donald Trump has intensified his criticisms of candidate Mamdani, labeling him as a communist and anti-Jewish during a press conference with Argentinian President Javier Milei.

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