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0 History Politics

Long before Trump's second-hand Nobel, a laureate sought to curry favor with Nazis by regifting a prize

Terrence Petty in Forward · 24 Jan

The article explores the historical precedent of individuals attempting to curry favor with political power by regifting Nobel prizes, focusing on Norwegian novelist Knut Hamsun's notorious interaction with the Nazi regime.

0 Politics History

Be Wary of Governments

Guest Contributor in Lilith · 23 Jan

With ties to Venezuela, the author reflects on the complexity of interpreting global events, particularly the U.S. intervention in Venezuela, amid contrasting familial perspectives on politics.

0 Politics Culture

‘I Let the AI Run My Life.’ Plus. . .

The Free Press in The Free Press · 23 Jan

The article introduces a new Friday edition of The Free Press's newsletter, which includes a variety of stories focusing on recent events and personal narratives.

0 Politics History

In Trump's 'Donroe Doctrine,' echoes of Nazi justifications for aggression

Terrence Petty in Forward · 14 Jan

Terrence Petty draws parallels between Donald Trump's foreign policy approach and the aggressive expansionist strategies of Adolf Hitler.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Whither J.D. Vance

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 13 Jan

J.D. Vance and several conservative figures, including Tucker Carlson and Kevin Roberts, face criticism for tolerating controversial figures like Nick Fuentes.

0 Philosophy Politics

This Jewish philosopher would have called out the Trump administration's b.s. in Minneapolis

Robert Zaretsky in Forward · 12 Jan

The article reflects on the Trump administration's response to the fatal shooting of Renee Good in Minneapolis, drawing philosophical parallels with Harry Frankfurt's essay, "On Bullshit."

0 Politics History

Two Drinks with . . . the Last Great Military Strategist

Eli Lake in The Free Press · 9 Jan

Eli Lake profiles Edward Luttwak, an eminent military strategist with a rich and diverse background, exploring his insights into global politics and history.

0 Politics Communities

From Caracas to Tehran

The Cholent in The Cholent · 9 Jan

In a thought-provoking piece, The Cholent explores the geopolitical shifts involving Venezuela and Iran, highlighting personal reflections from Venezuelan Jew Leonardo Levy and Iranian expatriate Homeira Bakhtiari.

0 Culture Politics

TGIF: Eat Real Food

Nellie Bowles in The Free Press · 9 Jan

Nellie Bowles humorously recounts her domestic woes as her family learns to cope without a reliable gas supply, leading to some culinary adventures with a slow cooker.

0 Communities Politics

After years in exile, Venezuelan Jews celebrate the fall of Maduro

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider · 9 Jan

Venezuelan Jews in Florida are celebrating the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by the U.S. military, which they see as a long-awaited step towards restoring democracy and stability in their homeland.

0 Communities Politics

Venezuela’s Jewish diaspora is relieved to see Maduro deposed. But can they imagine returning?

Larry Luxner in JTA · 7 Jan

The fall of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro brings relief to the Venezuelan Jewish diaspora, but uncertainty remains about returning to their homeland.

0 Communities Politics

I grew up in Venezuela. Will Maduro's ouster bring my Jewish community the security we need?

Dany Bahar in Forward · 7 Jan

The removal of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by the United States marks a pivotal moment for the Venezuelan Jewish community, which has faced years of deterioration in safety and relations since the rise of Hugo Chávez in 1999.

0 Communities Politics

Why Venezuela’s Jews are optimistic about their country’s future — even as the government promotes anti-Israel conspiracies

Hannah Feuer in Forward · 6 Jan

The Jewish community in Venezuela, once a thriving population of 25,000, now numbers between 3,000 and 5,000, mainly due to political and economic instability.

0 Politics Israel

Is Iran Now in Trump's Crosshairs?

Emes Ve-Emunah · 6 Jan

Amid escalating global tensions, Secretary of State Marco Rubio's comments have highlighted a growing U.S. focus on Iran, evoking parallels with actions taken against Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro.

0 Politics History

Fateful Lightning

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 6 Jan

Delta Force, or 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment-Delta (1st SFOD-D), is a highly secretive and elite unit of the U.S. military, arising from the vision of Colonel Charlie Beckwith after his experiences with the British SAS.

0 Communities Antisemitism

Uncertain Tomorrow

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 6 Jan

The Jewish community in Caracas, Venezuela, is facing a precarious and uncertain future amid the country's intense political and social upheaval.

0 Politics History

The Madman Doctrine

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook · 6 Jan

In a special session hosted by Jewish Currents, prominent historian Greg Grandin will discuss the United States' longstanding imperialist strategies in Latin America, focusing on the Trump administration's actions concerning Nicolás Maduro.

0 Politics Antisemitism

After Maduro’s capture, Rubio links Venezuela mission to fight against Iran and Hezbollah

Asaf Elia-Shalev in Forward · 5 Jan

Following the U.S. military operation that captured Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro, Secretary of State Marco Rubio linked the mission to combating Iran and Hezbollah's influence in Venezuela.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Was Maduro's abduction a 'Zionist' plot? The accusation is unfounded — and incredibly telling

Dan Perry in Forward · 5 Jan

The accusation by Venezuelan official Delcy Rodríguez that Nicolás Maduro's abduction had 'Zionist undertones' reflects a persistent, erroneous narrative linking Israeli strategic capability to global conspiracy theories.

0 Politics Leadership

Venezuela’s Maduro faces 92-year-old Orthodox Jewish judge Alvin Hellerstein in Manhattan court

New York Jewish Week Staff in JTA · 5 Jan

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro appeared in a Manhattan court alongside his wife on charges including drug trafficking, presided over by 92-year-old Orthodox Jewish Judge Alvin Hellerstein.

0 Jewish Law Leadership

The judge in Maduro’s case is an Orthodox Jew — and displays a Torah verse in his chambers

Hannah Feuer in Forward · 5 Jan

The article highlights Judge Alvin Kenneth Hellerstein, an Orthodox Jew who displays the Torah verse "Tzedek, tzedek tirdof" ("Justice, justice you shall pursue") in his chambers, as he presides over the high-profile case of ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife on drug trafficking charges.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Venezuela’s acting leader says ‘Zionist undertones’ marked US capture of Maduro

Shira Li Bartov in JTA · 5 Jan

Venezuela's acting leader Delcy Rodriguez accused the United States of infusing "Zionist undertones" into the military capture of President Nicolás Maduro.

0 Politics Philosophy

A Jewish philosopher's warnings expose the injustice of Trump's attack on Venezuela

Robert Zaretsky in Forward · 5 Jan

Robert Zaretsky examines the current geopolitical tensions under President Donald Trump's administration through the lens of philosopher Michael Walzer's theories on the morality of war.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The Desperate Politics of Blaming Zionists

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 4 Jan

In a comprehensive examination of political scapegoating, Joshua Hoffman explores how embattled regimes like Venezuela's use anti-Zionism as a convenient narrative to obscure failures and justify alliances with anti-Western entities.

0 Politics History

Niall Ferguson: Maduro’s Capture Takes Us Back to the Future

Niall Ferguson in The Free Press · 4 Jan

Niall Ferguson draws parallels between the capture of Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces and historical military operations, highlighting its political and strategic implications in U.S.-Latin American relations.

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