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'Palestine' is a cult that hijacked every cause.
Adam Hummel
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Future of Jewish
· 16 Sep 2025
Adam Hummel critiques the pervasive influence of what he terms "Palestinianism," a universal ideology that merges various social and political causes under the banner of Palestinian activism.
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Was Charlie Kirk a martyr? Here’s why Christians are divided and Jews should care
Benyamin Cohen
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Forward
· 15 Sep 2025
The controversial death of Charlie Kirk has prompted a profound debate among Christians, revealing deep theological divides over his portrayal as a martyr.
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The only thing being genocided in Gaza is truth itself.
Andrew Fox
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Future of Jewish
· 13 Sep 2025
Andrew Fox, a former British Army officer, critiques the surge of global antisemitism disguised as criticism of Israel during its conflict with Hamas.
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Amid terror in Jerusalem, a cab driver's brave gesture showcased the Israel I've always loved
Aviya Kushner
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Forward
· 13 Sep 2025
In a powerful testament to the enduring spirit of compassion amid crisis, Aviya Kushner reflects on a viral video of a Jerusalem cab driver who risked his life to aid an elderly woman during a shooting attack.
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Westchester suburb reverses decision to ban Tashlich from public park – after allowing Easter ‘egg hunt’
Hannah Feuer
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Forward
· 11 Sep 2025
In a significant reversal, the Mount Kisco Recreation Commission in Westchester County has allowed Chabad of Bedford to hold a Tashlich ceremony at Leonard Park, a public park where religious events had previously been restricted.
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Supporting the people who hold the center: A community relations imperative
eJewishPhilanthropy
· 9 Sep 2025
Jewish community relations professionals are facing unprecedented challenges, from rising antisemitism and threats to democracy to internal polarization.
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Crime Matters
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
· 8 Sep 2025
The episode tackles the recent murder of a young woman on the light rail in Charlotte, examining the media's handling of crime incidents and the implications of racial politics in these narratives.
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‘The Trump White House has outsourced all policy on Gaza to Israel’
Haaretz Weekly
· 8 Sep 2025
The Trump administration's lack of a definitive policy towards Israel's actions in Gaza has effectively given Israel carte blanche to proceed with its military operations.
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Northwestern University’s Jewish president resigns amid pressures over handling of campus antisemitism
Andrew Lapin
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JTA
· 4 Sep 2025
Michael Schill, the Jewish president of Northwestern University, has stepped down amid controversy over his handling of campus antisemitism and the resulting freezing of significant federal grants.
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To save the Jewish state, pro-Israel Jews must break from Netanyahu
Sruli Fruchter
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Forward
· 4 Sep 2025
Sruli Fruchter argues that pro-Israel Jews need to distance themselves from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, whose political strategies have intertwined his identity with that of Israel, leading to significant diplomatic and military challenges.
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The war against Israeli politicians is beyond absurd.
Joshua Hoffman
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Future of Jewish
· 30 Aug 2025
The article by Joshua Hoffman critiques the disproportionate scrutiny and criticism faced by Israeli politicians, particularly Benjamin Netanyahu, on the global stage.
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Sidelined at Pride celebrations, pro-Israel LGBTQ Jews find breathing room in Tel Aviv
Deborah Danan
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JTA
· 29 Aug 2025
In the context of intensified geopolitical tensions, LGBTQ Jews involved in pro-Israel activities find themselves facing increasing alienation within their communities abroad, with many seeking refuge in Israel.
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A majority of Democrats are changing their views on Israel. What does that mean for the US-Israel relationship?
Eric Alterman
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Forward
· 29 Aug 2025
The shifting views of the Democratic Party regarding Israel mark a significant change in the US-Israel relationship, with increasing disapproval of Israel's military actions in Gaza and its overall policies.
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The Treachery Continues
Natan Slifkin
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Rationalist Judaism
· 28 Aug 2025
Natan Slifkin critiques Rabbi Dovid Hofstedter and other charedi leaders for spreading falsehoods about the Israeli military enlistment of yeshiva students.
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Trump’s attacks on the Smithsonian come straight from the Nazi playbook
Michelle Young
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Forward
· 23 Aug 2025
Michelle Young discusses the recent actions taken by President Donald Trump against the Smithsonian museums, drawing unsettling parallels to the tactics used by the Nazi regime in the 1930s to control cultural narratives and art.
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World Zionist Congress lifts ban on Betar USA head, permitting him to serve as a delegate
Andrew Lapin
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JTA
· 22 Aug 2025
Ronn Torossian, head of Betar USA, has been permitted to serve as a delegate at the World Zionist Congress after an appeals tribunal lifted his previous ban.
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The Kennedy Center canceled all its 'woke' programming — so why is this Jewish musical OK?
Nora Berman
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Forward
· 20 Aug 2025
Under President Donald Trump's leadership, the Kennedy Center has significantly reduced its 'woke' programming, yet the musical 'Parade'—focusing on the lynching of Leo Frank, a Jewish man in 1915—remains on the schedule.
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From Port Arthur to Portsmouth
Cindy Scarr
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Mishpacha
· 19 Aug 2025
The Russo-Japanese War of 1904-1905, a conflict ignited by imperial aspirations, dramatically impacted the Russian Jewish community.
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The world is outraged by a reporter's death in Gaza. It's part of a much bigger problem
Nora Berman
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Forward
· 15 Aug 2025
The death of Anas al-Sharif, a Palestinian journalist, in Gaza has sparked international outcry and raised critical questions about press freedom and truth in conflict zones.
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Sandwich Man and the Liberal Crack-Up
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
· 15 Aug 2025
The podcast episode explores the frenzy among Trump's critics over his response to crime in Washington, D.C., examining how irrational opposition to Trump is symbolized by incidents like a man throwing a sandwich at an officer.
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Columbia University will screen prospective students for ‘civility’
Hannah Feuer
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Forward
· 14 Aug 2025
Columbia University and several other prominent institutions are integrating a new element into their admissions process to evaluate prospective students' ability to engage in civil discourse amidst political tensions on campuses, particularly concerning issues like the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
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Entering motherhood — and an obsession with the works of an Italian Jewish literary hero
Emily Tamkin
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Forward
· 14 Aug 2025
Emily Tamkin reflects on her personal journey of reading the works of Italian Jewish writer Primo Levi as she prepares for motherhood.
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Ruth Messinger endorses Zohran Mamdani, joining ranks of his Jewish advisers
JTA
· 13 Aug 2025
Ruth Messinger, former Manhattan borough president and a notable figure in the Jewish community, has endorsed Zohran Mamdani for mayor of New York City.
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History’s most lethal conspiracy theory is trending again.
Lucy Tabrizi
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Future of Jewish
· 10 Aug 2025
The article by Lucy Tabrizi examines the resurgence of the pernicious blood libel conspiracy theory, which historically accused Jews of ritualistic child murder.
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A rabbi walked into a convention of Lutherans — and rebuked their ‘one-sided’ debate on Israel
Grace Gilson
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JTA
· 5 Aug 2025
Rabbi Rick Jacobs, leader of the Union for Reform Judaism, addressed the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America during their Churchwide Assembly to express his concern over their one-sided narrative on Israel and Palestine.
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