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Not the Wrong Message
Emes Ve-Emunah
· 5 Mar
Rabbi Amichai Lau-Lavie, an openly gay Conservative rabbi, was criticized for an op-ed he wrote in JTA, which was perceived as mocking Jewish values.
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Why I’m choosing to teach genocide law at Columbia despite antisemitism on campus
Menachem Z. Rosensaft
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JTA
· 5 Mar
Menachem Z. Rosensaft articulates his decision to continue teaching genocide law at Columbia University despite concerns of antisemitism, contrasting with Deborah Lipstadt's decision to decline a teaching opportunity there for similar reasons.
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Reversing Kissinger
Lee Smith
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Tablet
· 5 Mar
Lee Smith explores Donald Trump's perceived foreign policy strategy, which some commentators label as 'reverse Kissinger.'
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Christian conservatives have appropriated Queen Esther as a symbol. Let’s take her back.
JTA
· 4 Mar
The article discusses the appropriation of Queen Esther by conservative Christian groups in the United States to advance their political agendas, notably those opposing civil rights and pro-Palestinian movements.
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Who Got Set Up and Who Got Upset?
Cindy Scarr
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Mishpacha
· 4 Mar
The article explores the intricate diplomatic encounter between former U.S. President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelensky in the Oval Office.
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Why Does Trump Want to Raise Prices?
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
· 4 Mar
The podcast discusses Donald Trump's tariff policies on Mexico, Canada, and China, examining their potential economic impact on American consumers.
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New Passover children’s books include a mystery, Obama’s White House seder and a graphic novel from writer Dara Horn
Penny Schwartz
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JTA
· 4 Mar
A new collection of children's books celebrating Passover includes an entertaining mix of stories that blend cultural depth with humor and adventure.
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#366 - Reality Check: Dr. Eli David on Gaza, AI, and Israel's Future
Two Nice Jewish Boys
· 4 Mar
Dr. Eli David offers a provocative analysis of Israel's current situation with Gaza, discussing the feasibility of Trump's proposal to relocate Gaza's residents and addressing the complexities surrounding a stalled hostage deal.
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In their Zelenskyy meeting, Trump and Vance laid waste to a cherished Yiddish value
Robert Zaretsky
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Forward
· 1 Mar
The meeting between Donald Trump, J.D. Vance, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy starkly contrasts cherished Yiddish values of common sense and decency, long embodied by figures like the author's Uncle Abe.
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JFK and Charles De Gaulle knew something Trump can't fathom
Larry Cohler-Esses
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Forward
· 1 Mar
Larry Cohler-Esses reflects on a transformative experience in Belgium following the 9/11 attacks, which highlights the distinction between transactional and relational international politics.
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An Alternative to Antiracism
Sapir
· 1 Mar
The piece critiques the prevalent antiracism approach in diversity work, emphasizing its potential overemphasis on victimhood and identity conflicts.
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EMERGENCY POD: Oval Office Horrorshow
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
· 28 Feb
In a contentious and unprecedented Oval Office meeting, Presidents Trump and Zelensky, alongside Vice President J.D. Vance, engaged in a heated exchange that could shift the U.S.'s stance on Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict with Russia.
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How an intimate and sensitive film about a hostage family's grief triumphed in Berlin
A.J. Goldmann
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Forward
· 28 Feb
Holding Liat, a documentary by filmmaker Brandon Kramer, received the Berlinale Documentary Award for its sensitive portrayal of a family's ordeal during a hostage crisis.
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Just 33% of Democrats have a favorable view of Israel, Gallup poll finds
Ben Sales
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JTA
· 26 Feb
The recent Gallup poll reveals a significant decline in favorable views of Israel among Democrats, with only 33% maintaining a positive perspective, compared to 83% of Republicans.
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Not a Great Couple of Days for Trump
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
· 25 Feb
The hosts critique the appointment of Dan Bongino, with no FBI or managerial experience, as the FBI Deputy Director, arguing it exemplifies Trump's preference for performative, rather than competent, appointments.
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Our Urgent Search for Non-Jewish Allies
Talia Bodner
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Hadassah
· 24 Feb
Talia Bodner critiques the lack of non-Jewish peer support for Zionist Jews in the face of growing antisemitism on college campuses.
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Inhumanity is a Choice
Peter Beinart
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The Beinart Notebook
· 24 Feb
Peter Beinart's article addresses the complexities of navigating Jewish identity and criticism of Israel amidst the ongoing conflict with Palestine.
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Former U.S. ambassador Dan Shapiro: ‘Trump’s Gaza plan is not serious and it’s not going to happen’
Haaretz Weekly
· 23 Feb
Former U.S. ambassador to Israel, Dan Shapiro, discusses the intricacies of the hostages-for-ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, emphasizing the necessity of removing Hamas from Gaza.
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Trump’s Gaza plan will cost Israel its soul
Sruli Fruchter
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Forward
· 20 Feb
Sruli Fruchter argues against President Trump's proposal to forcibly displace two million Palestinians from Gaza, a plan which has received endorsement from various Israeli politicians.
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What Matters Now to Haviv Rettig Gur: Why is Israel handing Gaza back to Hamas?
What Matters Now
· 19 Feb
Haviv Rettig Gur discusses the emotional impact of the Bibas family's captivity, how Hamas uses hostage release ceremonies to manipulate perceptions, and the complex political landscape surrounding Israeli negotiations with Hamas.
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What will you do if ICE shows up at your synagogue?
Jodi Rudoren
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Forward
· 14 Feb
The article explores the challenges faced by a synagogue and its preschool in responding to President Trump's executive order allowing ICE to conduct enforcement actions at sensitive locations like schools and religious institutions.
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What They're Saying in Israel About Hamas and the Delicate Ceasefire
Joshua Hoffman
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Future of Jewish
· 11 Feb
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu grapples with the challenges posed by Hamas' psychological warfare in the ongoing hostage crisis.
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Tariff Tussle: A Few Minutes with… Economist Timothy Fitzgerald
Cindy Scarr
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Mishpacha
· 11 Feb
Economist Timothy Fitzgerald, a former chief international economist for the Trump administration, shares insights into the administration's tariff strategies and goals with Mishpacha.
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3 of the largest Jewish denominations are suing the Trump administration over ICE raids
Ben Sales
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JTA
· 11 Feb
Three major Jewish denominations — Reform, Conservative, and Reconstructionist — alongside Christian groups, are suing the Department of Homeland Security to stop ICE raids at religious institutions.
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The Banality of Evil
Peter Beinart
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The Beinart Notebook
· 10 Feb
Peter Beinart, in his New York Times bestselling book "Being Jewish After the Destruction of Gaza," discusses the ethical realities facing Jews in light of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
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