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Julia Kornberg in Jewish Review of Books · 25 Mar

Frances Wilson's biographical examination of Muriel Spark presents a complex portrait of the enigmatic writer, highlighting her contradictory spiritual identity and provocative life choices.

0 Literature Jewish Law

Converted Energy

Julia Kornberg in Jewish Review of Books · 25 Mar

Frances Wilson's biographical examination of Muriel Spark presents a complex portrait of the enigmatic writer, highlighting her contradictory spiritual identity and provocative life choices.

0 Culture Politics

It's getting more dangerous to be a comedian — but was it ever safe?

Julia M. Klein in Forward · 23 Mar

Jacques Berlinerblau's book "Can We Laugh at That?: Comedy in a Conflicted Age" examines the evolving landscape of comedy and its relationship with free speech across different political environments.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Jewish Leaders Keep Calling Zohran Mamdani an Antisemite

Ken Silverman in The Beinart Notebook · 27 Oct 2025

New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani has faced accusations of antisemitism from prominent Jewish leaders for his critical stance on Israel, including his assertions that Israel is committing genocide.

0 Food Culture

Sesame and Miso Peach Crumble

Leah Koenig in Jewish Table · 9 Jul 2025

Leah Koenig introduces a conversation with Rachel Simons, co-founder of Seed + Mill and author of "Sesame: Global Recipes & Stories of an Ancient Seed."

0 Television/Film Politics

How Oct. 7 shaped a film about Zimbabwe’s Civil War

PJ Grisar in Forward · 7 Jul 2025

Embeth Davidtz, renowned for roles like Helen Hirsch in "Schindler's List," delves into filmmaking with her directorial debut "Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight," inspired by Alexandra Fuller's memoir of a conflicted childhood in Zimbabwe.

0 Politics History

History Lesson - On Adam Kirsch and settler colonialism

Laleh Khalili in Jewish Currents · 17 Jun 2025

Laleh Khalili critiques Adam Kirsch's denial of the settler colonialism framework as applicable to Israel by detailing historical examples from the early 20th century to the present.

0 Leadership Israel

The leaders Israel needs may not live there — yet

eJewishPhilanthropy · 1 Jun 2025

The article reflects on the legacy of Stanley Fischer, former governor of the Bank of Israel, emphasizing the urgent need for diverse leadership in Israel that includes Jews from the Diaspora.

0 History Politics

Zionism Remains a Freedom Struggle

Sapir · 3 Apr 2025

The article explores the unique position of Israel as a postcolonial state that has thrived amidst challenges since its founding.

0 Politics Israel

The Human-Rights Establishment

Sapir · 3 Apr 2025

In this reflective piece on human rights organizations, a former editor of the Human Rights Watch World Report delves into the disproportionate focus and perceived bias these groups hold against Israel, especially in their annual reviews of global human rights abuses.

0 Politics Ethics

The Art of the (Resource) Deal

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 18 Mar 2025

Under the guise of the "Trump Doctrine 2.0," US foreign policy has shifted towards a model where diplomacy is deeply intertwined with economic transactions, particularly focusing on securing natural resources crucial for technological and energy independence.

0 Jewish Law Politics

Stephen Miller’s Childhood Rabbi Harshly Denounces Him In Rosh Hashanah Sermon

Forward · 12 Sep 2018

Stephen Miller's childhood rabbi, Neil Comess-Daniels, publicly criticized the White House advisor during a Rosh Hashanah sermon for his role in immigration policies, particularly the controversial family separation policy.

0 Food Communities

Dining or Dying – A Jew’s Conundrum in Zimbabwe

Forward · 25 Aug 2016

Ayanna Nahmias shares a poignant account of her struggle to maintain kashrut while visiting Zimbabwe after inheriting her father's property.

0 Food Communities

Dining or Dying – A Jew’s Conundrum in Zimbabwe

Forward · 25 Aug 2016

Ayanna Nahmias shares a poignant account of her struggle to maintain kashrut while visiting Zimbabwe after inheriting her father's property.

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