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Left-wing voters use 'vote swapping' to protest Harris — without throwing election to Trump

Mira Fox in Forward · 5 Nov

Amidst the 2024 U.S. presidential election, some progressive voters, especially within the Arab American community, are dissatisfied with Vice President Kamala Harris, motivated by her positions on Gaza, fracking, and climate change.

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In a Jewish neighborhood of Los Angeles, the presidential election is all about Israel

Jacob Gurvis in Forward · 5 Nov

In Los Angeles' Jewish neighborhood of Pico-Robertson, the upcoming presidential election is heavily influenced by U.S.-Israel relations, particularly due to the impact of Hamas's Oct. 7 attack on Israel.

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In a Jewish neighborhood of Los Angeles, the presidential election is all about Israel

Jacob Gurvis in Forward · 5 Nov

In Los Angeles' Jewish neighborhood of Pico-Robertson, the upcoming presidential election is heavily influenced by U.S.-Israel relations, particularly due to the impact of Hamas's Oct. 7 attack on Israel.

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Netanyahu fires Defense Minister Yoav Gallant amid domestic tensions and a multi-front war

Ron Kampeas in Forward · 5 Nov

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed Defense Minister Yoav Gallant amid ongoing military conflict and significant political turmoil.

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Official Rules for the Hadassah Magazine and jGirls+ Magazine 2024 Teen Essay Contest

Editor in Hadassah · 5 Nov

Hadassah Magazine and jGirls+ Magazine are co-hosting a 2024 teen essay contest aimed at self-identifying Jewish girls, women, and nonbinary teens, ages 13-19, from the U.S. and Israel.

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Official Rules for the Hadassah Magazine and jGirls+ Magazine 2024 Teen Essay Contest

Editor in Hadassah · 5 Nov

Hadassah Magazine and jGirls+ Magazine are co-hosting a 2024 teen essay contest aimed at self-identifying Jewish girls, women, and nonbinary teens, ages 13-19, from the U.S. and Israel.

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Netanyahu fires Israel’s defense minister amid domestic tensions and a multi-front war

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 5 Nov

In a bold and controversial move, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, citing a breakdown in trust amid Israel's military engagements and internal political discord.

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Quincy Jones Created Jewish Legends

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 5 Nov

Quincy Jones, the legendary music producer who passed away at 91, significantly influenced American music and had deep connections to the Jewish community.

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Quincy Jones Created Jewish Legends

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 5 Nov

Quincy Jones, the legendary music producer who passed away at 91, significantly influenced American music and had deep connections to the Jewish community.

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Quincy Jones Created Jewish Legends

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 5 Nov

Quincy Jones, the legendary music producer who passed away at 91, significantly influenced American music and had deep connections to the Jewish community.

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With harassment and intimidation expected, 'poll chaplains' work to keep calm on Election Day

Mira Fox in Forward · 5 Nov

Rabbinical student Rafi Ellenson joined a group of faith leaders in Pennsylvania to serve as 'poll chaplains' during the contentious 2024 U.S. elections.

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With harassment and intimidation expected, 'poll chaplains' work to keep calm on Election Day

Mira Fox in Forward · 5 Nov

Rabbinical student Rafi Ellenson joined a group of faith leaders in Pennsylvania to serve as 'poll chaplains' during the contentious 2024 U.S. elections.

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With harassment and intimidation expected, 'poll chaplains' work to keep calm on Election Day

Mira Fox in Forward · 5 Nov

Rabbinical student Rafi Ellenson joined a group of faith leaders in Pennsylvania to serve as 'poll chaplains' during the contentious 2024 U.S. elections.

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VIDEO: Meet Yiddish linguist and culture activist Dovid Braun

שׂרה־רחל שעכטער in Forward · 5 Nov

Dovid Braun is a distinguished Yiddish linguist and cultural activist whose work has greatly contributed to the preservation and promotion of Yiddish language and culture.

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Argentina’s Javier Milei likens Jewish foreign minister to Abraham the patriarch during swearing-in ceremony

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 5 Nov

Argentinian President Javier Milei, known for his affinity for Judaism despite being Catholic, invoked the Torah's Lech Lecha portion when swearing in the new Jewish foreign minister, Gerardo Werthein.

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Uncommitted movement decries accusations that it was 'bought'

Lauren Markoe in Forward · 5 Nov

The Uncommitted National Movement, a faction of pro-Palestinian Democrats, is grappling with internal strife following accusations of accepting substantial funds from a Democratic-linked political action committee, reportedly influencing their decision not to endorse a third-party candidate.

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Uncommitted movement decries accusations that it was 'bought'

Lauren Markoe in Forward · 5 Nov

The Uncommitted National Movement, a faction of pro-Palestinian Democrats, is grappling with internal strife following accusations of accepting substantial funds from a Democratic-linked political action committee, reportedly influencing their decision not to endorse a third-party candidate.

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Uncommitted movement decries accusations that it was 'bought'

Lauren Markoe in Forward · 5 Nov

The Uncommitted National Movement, a faction of pro-Palestinian Democrats, is grappling with internal strife following accusations of accepting substantial funds from a Democratic-linked political action committee, reportedly influencing their decision not to endorse a third-party candidate.

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