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The Kennedy Center canceled all its 'woke' programming — so why is this Jewish musical OK?

Nora Berman in Forward · 20 Aug

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.

0 History Jewish Law

From Port Arthur to Portsmouth

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 19 Aug

The Russo-Japanese War of 1904-1905, a conflict ignited by imperial aspirations, dramatically impacted the Russian Jewish community.

0 Politics Ethics

The world is outraged by a reporter's death in Gaza. It's part of a much bigger problem

Nora Berman in Forward · 15 Aug

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.

0 Politics Culture

Sandwich Man and the Liberal Crack-Up

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 15 Aug

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.

0 Education Politics

Columbia University will screen prospective students for ‘civility’

Hannah Feuer in Forward · 14 Aug

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.

0 Literature Philosophy

Entering motherhood — and an obsession with the works of an Italian Jewish literary hero

Emily Tamkin in Forward · 14 Aug

Emily Tamkin reflects on her personal journey of reading the works of Italian Jewish writer Primo Levi as she prepares for motherhood.

0 Politics Communities

Ruth Messinger endorses Zohran Mamdani, joining ranks of his Jewish advisers

JTA · 13 Aug

Ruth Messinger, former Manhattan borough president and a notable figure in the Jewish community, has endorsed Zohran Mamdani for mayor of New York City.

0 Antisemitism Politics

History’s most lethal conspiracy theory is trending again.

Lucy Tabrizi in Future of Jewish · 10 Aug

The article by Lucy Tabrizi examines the resurgence of the pernicious blood libel conspiracy theory, which historically accused Jews of ritualistic child murder.

0 Politics Israel

A rabbi walked into a convention of Lutherans — and rebuked their ‘one-sided’ debate on Israel

Grace Gilson in JTA · 5 Aug

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.

0 Politics Antisemitism

How Trump is banning DEI at universities — except for Jews

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward · 4 Aug

The Trump administration's recent directive prohibiting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in federally funded universities, except for programs favoring Jewish students, has sparked legal and ethical debates.

0 Communities Antisemitism

A 6-point plan to keep Jews safe

The Glue, with Eric Fingerhut · 31 Jul

The episode highlights the critical security challenges faced by Jewish communities across North America and outlines a six-point plan advocated by the Jewish Federations for governmental assistance in ensuring safety.

0 Politics Israel

Americans’ support for Israel in Gaza plummets to record low, new Gallup poll finds

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 29 Jul

American support for Israel's actions in Gaza has significantly decreased, according to the latest Gallup poll.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Trump administration promotes official with history of antisemitic ties to lead U.S. peace efforts

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 27 Jul

The promotion of Darren Beattie, a controversial Jewish figure with ties to antisemitic and white nationalist circles, has stirred significant concern among Jewish organizations and political figures.

0 Science Gender/Identity

How a trailblazing Jewish scientist is still revolutionizing the world of astronomy

Benjamin Ivry in Forward · 21 Jul

American Jewish astronomer Vera Rubin, honored by the Chilean observatory bearing her name, revolutionized our understanding of the universe with her groundbreaking study of galactic motion.

0 Politics Communities

Its protests yielding limited results, Jewish Voice for Peace retools to focus on swaying elections

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 18 Jul

Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP) is shifting its strategy from public protests to influencing elections in response to limited impact on changing U.S. policy regarding Israel and Gaza.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The Far-Left’s obsession with victimhood is making minorities less safe.

Matthew Nouriel in Future of Jewish · 18 Jul

Matthew Nouriel's essay critiques Far-Left activism, arguing it dangerously idealizes victimhood, thereby endangering minorities, particularly Jews.

0 Politics Israel

Trump Admits He Was Wrong

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 15 Jul

Donald Trump surprised many by admitting to past errors in his approach to Vladimir Putin, indicating a shift in his foreign policy strategy by increasing support for Ukraine through NATO.

0 Antisemitism Politics

1 in 4 Americans believe recent attacks on Jews were ‘understandable,’ ADL survey finds

Grace Gilson in JTA · 11 Jul

A recent Anti-Defamation League (ADL) survey reveals concerning attitudes around antisemitism in the United States, indicating that one in four Americans find recent attacks on Jews understandable, an alarming acceptance of violence.

0 Politics Ethics

Allyship at the Edge

TEXTing · 11 Jul

Elana Stein Hain and Jacob Feinspan explore the challenges faced by American Jews as progressive spaces increasingly normalize anti-Zionism and antisemitism.

0 Politics Communities

Allyship at the Edge: Navigating Difference – with Jacob Feinspan

TEXTing · 11 Jul

Elana Stein Hain and Jacob Feinspan explore the challenges faced by American Jews who strive to maintain their Jewish commitments while engaging in progressive movements, especially amid rising anti-Zionism and antisemitism.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Allyship at the Edge: Navigating Difference – with Jacob Feinspan

TEXTing · 11 Jul

Elana Stein Hain discusses the challenges of Jewish allyship in progressive spaces with activist Jacob Feinspan, focusing on navigating the inherent tensions between Jewish commitments and aligning with movements that may harbor anti-Zionist sentiments.

0 Television/Film Culture

Disney fixed a messianic necklace, but there’s still work to do on Jewish representation, says advocate

Hannah Feuer in Forward · 10 Jul

Disney has corrected a depiction issue in the Mickey Mouse Funhouse episode "Nochebuena at the Funhouse / Hanukkah at Hilda's," where a character initially wore a necklace with a messianic seal instead of a Jewish star.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Report: Trump administration boasted of Jewish endorsements it did not received for nominee with white supremacist ties

Grace Gilson in JTA · 9 Jul

The Trump administration faced criticism for falsely claiming Jewish community endorsements for Paul Ingrassia, a nominee accused of having ties to white supremacists.

0 Communities History

Ask the Rabbis | What Would Astonish a Time Traveler From 1975 About Your Denomination Today?

Moment in Moment · 9 Jul

Rabbis from different Jewish denominations reflect on what would surprise a time traveler from 1975 about their communities today.

0 Politics Israel

What Matters Now to Micah Goodman: Israel may soon remake the region

What Matters Now · 9 Jul

Micah Goodman discusses the geopolitical implications of Israel's recent military actions and explores the potential for regional realignment in the Middle East if Israel can navigate complex compromises, particularly related to the Gaza situation.

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