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How Rahm Emanuel is recalibrating on Israel ahead of 2028

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider · 5 May

Rahm Emanuel, the prominent Democratic politician with deep ties to the Jewish community and Israel, has recalibrated his stance on the U.S.-Israel relationship in light of shifting political dynamics and criticism over Israel's military actions in Gaza.

0 Politics History

Reform Judaism helped craft the Voting Rights Act. Its evisceration gives Jews a new mission

Jonah Dov Pesner in Forward · 4 May

In the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision further weakening the Voting Rights Act (VRA), Rabbi Jonah Dov Pesner emphasizes the historical and ongoing role of Reform Judaism in shaping and defending voting rights in America.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The Far Right Now Talks About Judaism The Way It Has Long Talked About Islam

Ken Silverman in The Beinart Notebook · 4 May

The discourse on the American right is increasingly attempting to attribute Israel's actions to its Jewish identity, a narrative resembling how Islamism has been historically treated.

0 Politics Jewish Law

A Rabbi on Capitol Hill

Guest Blogger in Lilith · 29 Apr

Rabbi Lauren Tuchman reflects on her advocacy work on Capitol Hill with American Jewish World Service, where she and fellow rabbis lobbied for human rights improvements in Haiti and against the expansion of the Global Gag Rule.

0 Politics History

What it means for Jews when Trump administration officials misquote the Bible

Stu Halpern in Forward · 29 Apr

The article discusses the historical and contemporary practice of American leaders citing the Bible, accurately or not, in their public speeches and writings.

0 Communities Holocaust

Her Son Was Kidnapped and Killed by Hamas. This Is Her Story.

Rafaela Siewert in The Free Press · 29 Apr

Rachel Goldberg-Polin's memoir, "When We See You Again," captures her harrowing experience as she fought for the release of her son, Hersh Goldberg-Polin, who was kidnapped and held captive by Hamas for 328 days.

0 Sports Communities

5 Fun Facts About Israeli NBA All-Star Deni Avdija

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 28 Apr

Deni Avdija, the Israeli NBA All-Star currently playing for the Portland Trail Blazers, has become a prominent figure in basketball, celebrated for his impressive skills and journey from Maccabi Tel Aviv to the NBA.

0 Politics Culture

Cole Allen’s manifesto cites the Bible — so why did Trump say he ‘hates Christians?’

Mira Fox in Forward · 27 Apr

Analyzing the political rhetoric of Donald Trump, the article examines how he frames actions by devout Christians like Cole Allen as anti-Christian, despite evidence to the contrary in Allen's manifesto that deeply engages with Christian theology.

0 Politics Jewish Law

The New Political Reality for Jews

Brenden Strauss in Future of Jewish · 24 Apr

Brenden Strauss explores the complex political dynamics impacting Jews in a polarized world.

0 Politics Israel

Trump extends ceasefire with Iran, even after Iran balks at new round of negotiations

Grace Gilson in Forward · 22 Apr

President Trump announced an extension of the U.S.-Israeli ceasefire with Iran despite Iran not agreeing to negotiations.

0 Politics Israel

Rahm Emanuel joins calls for end to US ‘financial aid’ to Israel

Grace Gilson in Forward · 20 Apr

Rahm Emanuel, former U.S. Ambassador to Japan and a potential Democratic presidential candidate, has publicly called for an end to U.S. financial aid to Israel, suggesting that Israel should purchase U.S. weapons under the same conditions as other allies.

0 Politics Ethics

If Epstein wasn’t Jewish, would people care so much?

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 18 Apr

The essay examines the varied responses to Jeffrey Epstein's Jewish identity in the narrative around his crimes, highlighting how identity can be either subdued or emphasized based on contextual needs.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Pete Hegseth compares media to the Pharisees, ancient Jewish sect derided by Christians

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 17 Apr

Pete Hegseth recently likened the media to the Pharisees, a Jewish sect from antiquity portrayed negatively in the New Testament.

0 Politics Culture

These Israeli-Palestinian ‘brothers’ are preaching peace. Can their message make a difference?

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 17 Apr

Amidst the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Aziz Abu Sarah, a Palestinian Muslim, and Maoz Inon, a Jewish Israeli, advocate for peace through their book "The Future is Peace" and their InterAct International dialogue initiative.

0 Television/Film Culture

The Invisible People

Stuart N. Brotman in Tablet · 17 Apr

Stuart N. Brotman explores the absence of unapologetic Jewish representation on American television compared to the vibrant and culturally specific sitcoms of the 90s Black TV renaissance.

0 Politics Israel

The Ceasefire Scam in Lebanon

Mitch Schneider in Future of Jewish · 16 Apr

Mitch Schneider critiques the international diplomatic efforts regarding the ceasefire in Lebanon, arguing that these efforts fail to address the core issue: Hezbollah's influence and rearmament.

0 Politics Leadership

D.C. mayoral candidate Kenyan McDuffie courts Jewish voters as DSA-endorsed rival Lewis George faces communal backlash

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider · 16 Apr

Kenyan McDuffie, a candidate for the mayorship of Washington, D.C., is actively seeking support from Jewish voters amidst controversy surrounding his rival Janeese Lewis George.

0 Politics Israel

The Return of the Echo Chamber

Lee Smith in Tablet · 16 Apr

Lee Smith discusses the current geopolitical tension surrounding Iran's nuclear program, focusing on former and current U.S. administrations' approaches.

0 Politics Israel

Experts welcome rare Israel-Lebanon talks but caution on Hezbollah disarmament

Matthew Shea in Jewish Insider · 16 Apr

The recent direct talks between Israel and Lebanon, the first in over 30 years, have sparked cautious optimism among diplomats and experts about the potential reduction of Hezbollah's influence in Lebanon.

0 Science Jewish Law

Many peptides sound like Yiddish words. Here’s why.

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA · 15 Apr

In a fascinating intersection of science and culture, Pinchas Cohen at the University of Southern California has discovered a variety of mitochondrial-derived peptides, naming them with Yiddish-inspired acronyms like SHLP (schlep) and MENTSH.

0 History Education

With DEI out of favor, advocates push to honor the Jewish philanthropist who built 5,000 schools for Black children

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 15 Apr

The rediscovery of Julius Rosenwald's legacy highlights his pivotal role in funding nearly 5,000 schools for Black children during the Jim Crow era, an effort that is being revered amid current anti-DEI sentiments.

0 Politics Israel

Phasing out US subsidies for Israel's military will strengthen our alliance — not end it

Jeremy Ben-Ami in Forward · 14 Apr

Jeremy Ben-Ami, founder of J Street, argues for phasing out U.S. military subsidies to Israel, asserting that this would strengthen, rather than weaken, the alliance between the two nations.

0 Politics Israel

J Street says Israel should fund its own defense

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 14 Apr

J Street, a progressive pro-Israel advocacy group, is calling for a reevaluation of U.S. military aid to Israel, advocating for an end to direct financial support by the end of the current $38 billion agreement in 2028.

0 Politics Israel

US funding for Israel's Iron Dome air defense system used to enjoy bipartisan support. Not anymore.

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 13 Apr

As U.S. political dynamics shift, funding for Israel's Iron Dome system, traditionally enjoying bipartisan support, faces growing opposition from progressive figures like Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and organizations such as J Street.

0 Culture Food

From trauma to table: An Israeli duo uses food therapy and song to foster connection

Haley Cohen in Jewish Insider · 13 Apr

Hananel Edri and Merav Oren have creatively merged culinary arts with music in 'Soul and Roll,' an innovative initiative that leverages traditional food and therapeutic experiences to foster community connection.

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