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First they came for the Jews in civic tech.
Hana Raviyt Schank
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Future of Jewish
· 1 Feb 2025
In her poignant essay, Hana Raviyt Schank reflects on the troubling rise of antisemitism in the tech and civic sectors following the October 7th Hamas attack on Israel.
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Anglican church kicks out priest who mimicked Elon Musk’s Nazi-like salute at pro-life convention
Andrew Lapin
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· 30 Jan 2025
Calvin Robinson, a British priest, was removed from the Anglican Catholic Church after mimicking a Nazi-like salute at a pro-life summit, inspired by Elon Musk's controversial gesture.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. denies comparing CDC to ‘Nazi death camps’
PJ Grisar
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Forward
· 29 Jan 2025
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., facing confirmation for secretary of Health and Human Services, denied past comparisons of the CDC’s work to Nazi death camps, despite challenges from Senator Raphael Warnock citing a 2013 transcript.
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Swap Israeli brass for Israeli bravery
eJewishPhilanthropy
· 28 Jan 2025
The article advocates for Jewish institutions to prioritize inviting everyday Israeli soldiers to speak, rather than high-profile former officials, like retired Mossad chiefs or ministers.
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Campus antisemitism and the role of schools of education
eJewishPhilanthropy
· 23 Jan 2025
Addressing the contemporary rise in antisemitism, partly catalyzed by protests against Israel, the article highlights the role and responsibility of schools of education.
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The IDF chief quit. The timing is not coincidental.
Joshua Hoffman
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Future of Jewish
· 22 Jan 2025
Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi, the Chief of Staff of the Israel Defense Forces, announced his resignation, effective March 2025, amidst criticism over the IDF's response to the October 7, 2023, Hamas-led attacks on Israel.
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Opinion | When Your Enemy Is a Friend to Democracy
Amy E. Schwartz
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Moment
· 21 Jan 2025
In her opinion piece, Amy E. Schwartz reflects on the complexities of recognizing heroism in politically discordant figures amidst challenges to democratic norms in the U.S. and beyond.
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You Gotta Take the Good with the Bad
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
· 21 Jan 2025
Eli Lake joins the Commentary Magazine podcast to discuss President Trump's inaugural day activities and controversial executive actions, including pardoning January 6th insurrectionists and reshaping federal policies around gender and wokeness.
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Hostages, Trump's Vision, and Schumer
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
· 17 Jan 2025
This episode delves into the complex and emotionally charged situation surrounding the hostage deal between Israel and Hamas, exploring the potential impact on Israeli public morale.
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They love Donald Trump — and hate the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal he demanded
Ben Sales
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Forward
· 15 Jan 2025
In a twist of expectations, right-wing Israeli supporters of Donald Trump are expressing discontent with his recent endorsement of a ceasefire with Hamas, which included a controversial hostage exchange deal.
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House votes to sanction International Criminal Court leaders over Israel charges
Ben Sales
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Forward
· 9 Jan 2025
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a Republican-led bill sanctioning International Criminal Court (ICC) officials or anyone aiding its investigations against Israeli leaders.
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Jewish expert on Egypt to join National Security Council as Middle East director
Philissa Cramer
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· 8 Jan 2025
Eric Trager, a Jewish Republican known for his expertise on Egypt and the Middle East, is poised to become President-elect Donald Trump’s senior director for the Middle East and North Africa on the National Security Council.
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Jimmy Carter, Bubby and me
Lisa Mayer
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Forward
· 7 Jan 2025
Lisa Mayer recounts her childhood adventure attending Jimmy Carter's 1977 presidential inauguration with her formidable grandmother, Bubby.
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Four years after Jan. 6, pardons for rioters would be an insult — and threat — to Jews
Rob Eshman
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Forward
· 6 Jan 2025
On the fourth anniversary of the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, Rob Eshman argues that pardoning those involved would be an insult to Jewish communities and a threat to society.
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The Lower East Side anti-Jewish riot that changed the way Jews do politics
Andrew Silow-Carroll
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JTA
· 5 Jan 2025
The article explores the relatively unknown anti-Jewish riot on New York City's Lower East Side in 1902, during Rabbi Jacob Joseph's funeral, which became a turning point in Jewish political activism in America.
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Our 10 most-read Jewish news stories of 2024
JTA Staff
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JTA
· 31 Dec 2024
2024 was marked by heightened tensions both in the Middle East and within U.S. politics, capturing the attention of Jewish Telegraphic Agency readers.
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Photos: Remembering Jimmy Carter's most Jewish moments
Rebecca Salzhauer
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Forward
· 29 Dec 2024
The article celebrates moments of former President Jimmy Carter's significant interactions with the Jewish community, focusing primarily on his role in Middle East peace efforts.
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The Jewish leader taking on Christian nationalism
Asaf Elia-Shalev
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· 17 Dec 2024
Rachel Laser, the Jewish president of Americans United for Separation of Church and State, is passionately leading the fight against Christian nationalism, a movement she perceives as a significant threat to religious pluralism in the United States.
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Jeanne Shaheen, who has turned critical of Israel, becomes key foreign policy voice for Senate Dems
Marc Rod
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Jewish Insider
· 13 Dec 2024
Senator Jeanne Shaheen, poised to become the leading Democrat on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has recently voted against certain U.S. military aid shipments to Israel, signaling a critical stance on some of Israel’s policies, particularly concerning the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
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Dear Yoav Gallant: You are welcome at my synagogue
Rabbi Ben Herman
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Forward
· 11 Dec 2024
Rabbi Ben Herman critiques the decision by Adas Israel Congregation in Washington, D.C. to cancel a speaking invitation to Israel's former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, citing security concerns and congregational objections.
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14 New Hanukkah Books For Kids
Penny Schwartz
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Kveller
· 11 Dec 2024
A collection of 14 new children's books celebrates the overlap of Hanukkah and Christmas, as the first night of Hanukkah coincides with Christmas Day this year.
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Prominent DC synagogue cancels event with Yoav Gallant after members protest
Arno Rosenfeld
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Forward
· 9 Dec 2024
Adas Israel, a prominent Conservative synagogue in Washington, D.C., canceled a speaking event featuring former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant due to security concerns after protests from congregants.
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New children’s books for Hanukkah channel 2024’s unusual Christmas convergence
Penny Schwartz
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JTA
· 6 Dec 2024
In 2024, a unique overlap of Hanukkah and Christmas inspires a range of new children's books that celebrate both holidays, symbolizing the growing number of interfaith families.
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‘Words alone have no power to comfort’: Family of hostage Omer Neutra, killed by Hamas, calls for deal to save living captives
Ron Kampeas
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Forward
· 2 Dec 2024
The Neutra family, having recently learned of the death of their son Omer Neutra in the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks, continues to advocate for the release of hostages still held in Gaza.
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The Binding of Isaac, the pardoning of Hunter Biden
Mira Fox
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Forward
· 2 Dec 2024
Drawing parallels between the biblical story of the Binding of Isaac and President Biden's pardoning of his son Hunter, this article explores themes of parental sacrifice and moral choices.
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