The AJC Global Forum 2022 session titled "The Great Debate: Is the Golden Age of American Jewry Over?" explores the concerns about the future of American Jewry despite its current success in various fields.

The article discusses the beginnings of the Baal Teshuvah movement and the development of NCSY (National Conference of Synagogue Youth) as a youth movement in American Orthodox synagogues.

David Friedman, former U.S. ambassador to Israel, discusses his experiences during his tenure in a new memoir.

The author reflects on their decision to pursue a career in law rather than in rabbinics due to their perceived limitations in Talmudic study and the need for job stability.

This article discusses the challenges facing non-Orthodox American Jewry and the importance of Jewish literacy and Torah learning for Jewish communities to flourish.

Meir Kahane, the controversial founder of the Jewish Defense League (JDL) in 1968, is a figure who elicits conflicting reactions within American Jewry.

The author explores the possibility of Modern Orthodox kiruv (outreach) and its potential to combat the assimilation and loss of Jewish identity in today's world.

The Orthodox Jewish community in America is diverse and segmented, with each faction having its own leaders and guidance tailored to their specific needs.

Lior Sternfeld's book "Between Iran and Zion: Jewish Histories of Twentieth-Century Iran" sheds light on the distinct history of Iranian Jews, highlighting their experiences that differ significantly from other Jewish communities in the Middle East.

"Between Iran and Zion: Jewish Histories of Twentieth-Century Iran" by Lior Sternfeld examines the distinct history of Iranian Jews, which differs from other Jewish communities in the Middle East.

This article reflects on two different stages of Rabbi Jonathan Sacks' life and the impact he had.

In this article, Donniel Hartman, Yossi Klein Halevi, and Elana Stein Hain explore the political rift between American and Israeli Jews and consider how to bridge the divide and promote meaningful dialogue.

"The Simpsons" upcoming Treehouse of Horror special includes a reference to President Trump's statement that Jewish people who vote Democrat are disloyal to Israel, which he made in August of last year.

The author reflects on the tradition of Lag ba-Omer bonfires in Israel, highlighting its environmental impact and lack of Halakhic basis.

In her book, Jessica Cooperman explores the role of American Jews during World War I, focusing on the involvement of Jewish soldiers in the Punitive Expedition to Mexico led by General John J. Pershing in pursuit of Pancho Villa.

"God Is in the Crowd" by Tal Keinan delves into the complex issues facing Jewish communities today, touching on topics like the decline of American Jewry due to intermarriage, and the ideological challenges within Israeli society.

Ardie Geldman from Efrat, Israel, expresses concerns regarding the declining state of American Jewry as compared to the resilient nature of Israeli Jewry, highlighting Israel's strong communal bonds, Hebrew language, and demographic stability.

The text discusses Saul Bellow's inspiration for his novella "The Bellarosa Connection," which was sparked by a story about Broadway impresario Billy Rose saving a man during the Holocaust but never acknowledging it.

Rabbi Shai Held's two-volume work, "The Heart of Torah," comprises essays on Torah portions, exploring open-ended biblical narratives and themes like God's love, justice, and covenant.

Philip Roth, a groundbreaking Jewish American writer, challenged and shaped the landscape of American Jewry through his controversial and thought-provoking novels.

In this episode of "Unscrewed," Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Naomi Zeveloff discuss why some members of Israel's secular and Mizrahi right do not express grievances often associated with them, while relatively wealthy liberal-left voters feel discriminated against.

In the "Unscrewed" Edition, Noah Efron, Don Futterman, and Naomi Zeveloff delve into the lack of grievance among secular and Mizrahi right-wing Israelis despite societal perceptions, the sense of discrimination felt by affluent liberal-left voters, the significance and impact of the Israeli-American Council on American Jewry and Israel, and the challenges faced by Israeli women within a patriarchal society amidst the #MeToo movement.

In "Great Jews in Robes," David Dalin explores the rise of Jews to prominent positions in American law, particularly focusing on Jewish Supreme Court Justices.

The term "Non-Observant Orthodox Jew" gained attention in the 1970s, describing Orthodox Jews who did not strictly adhere to Jewish law but identified with Orthodox Judaism socially and culturally.

In "Chabon, Safran Foer, and the Great Jewish American Novel," the discussion focuses on the literary works of Jonathan Safran Foer and Michael Chabon, particularly their recent novels "Here I Am" and "Moonglow," respectively.