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First debate takeaway: California Senate candidates part ways on Israel

Louis Keene in Forward · 23 Jan

During a recent debate among the top candidates for California's open Senate seat, Barbara Lee, Katie Porter, and Adam Schiff, all progressive Democrats, showed some differences in their views on Israel.

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Anti-Israelism

Jonathan Karp in Jewish Review of Books · 23 Jan

Anti-Israelism is a prejudice against all things Israeli, which should not be confused with hatred of Jews.

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The End of a Jewish Golden Age — with John Podhoretz

Call Me Back · 20 Jan

In this episode, John Podhoretz discusses the potential end of a Jewish 'golden age' in America, marked by the rise in antisemitism and the recent violent events following October 7th.

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Is Kamala Harris Influencing Israel Policy // Understanding where the vice president stands in White House policy

Yossi Krausz in Ami · 3 Jan

Vice President Kamala Harris has been rumored to be pushing President Biden for a more sympathetic policy towards the Palestinians and a harder line on Israel.

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Why is Starbucks being targeted by activists for both Israel and Gaza?

Beth Harpaz in Forward · 20 Dec 2023

Starbucks is being targeted by activists on both sides of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

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Jewish Voices for Hate

Joel K. Greenberg in Tablet · 18 Dec 2023

The author recounts their personal experience of witnessing Jewish speakers promoting the boycott, divestment, and sanctions (BDS) movement against Israel from the pulpit of their Conservative synagogue.

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A timeline of cultural events canceled since Hamas' attack on Israel

Irene Katz Connelly in Forward · 2 Nov 2023

In the wake of Hamas' attack on Israel and the resulting military response, there has been a wave of cultural event cancellations featuring Palestinian artists and advocates.

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An Anti-Palestinian Crackdown Across Europe - European leaders are responding to growing pro-Palestine protests with an unprecedented wave of repression.

Jonathan Shamir in Jewish Currents · 26 Oct 2023

Pro-Palestine protests across Europe have faced severe repression from governments and authorities in recent weeks.

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What Matters Now to David Friedman, Michal Cotler-Wunsh & Gil Troy: Nuance

What Matters Now · 21 Sep 2023

Amid Prime Minister Netanyahu's US visit, David Friedman, Michal Cotler-Wunsh, and Gil Troy engage in a critical discussion about whether anti-judicial overhaul protests align with the interests of Diaspora Jews.

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Trone pitches a corporate sensibility to Md.’s liberal Democratic base

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider · 18 Sep 2023

Congressman David Trone is running for U.S. Senate in Maryland and is pitching his corporate sensibility to the state's liberal Democratic base.

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Will you help JNS tell the truth about Israel and antisemitism in 5784?

Jonathan S. Tobin in JNS · 14 Sep 2023

This article discusses the growing tide of antisemitism around the world, as well as the mainstreaming of Jew hatred in media, politics, and popular culture.

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Nearly 1 in 3 Jewish college students has witnessed or experienced antisemitism on campus, survey finds

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 8 Sep 2023

A new survey conducted by Ipsos, on behalf of Jewish on Campus, has found that nearly one in three Jewish college students has witnessed or experienced antisemitism on campus.

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I was involved with AIPAC for 35 years. Their latest move convinced me to join J Street

Nora Berman in Forward · 23 Aug 2023

The author reflects on their longtime involvement with AIPAC and their decision to join J Street.

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Ending Aid Won’t Stop the Demonization of Israel

Ritchie Torres in Tablet · 27 Jul 2023

This article discusses the argument that ending US aid to Israel would stop the demonization of Israel by anti-Israel activists.

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The Strange Logic of Germany’s Antisemitism Bureaucrats - An army of antisemitism commissioners was supposed to help Germany atone for its past. Critics say it is evidence of a memory effort gone haywire.

Peter Kuras in Jewish Currents · 18 Jul 2023

The article discusses the role of Germany's antisemitism commissioners and the controversy surrounding their actions.

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This Charming Man

Dana Kessler in Tablet · 14 Jul 2023

Morrissey, the former lead singer of the Smiths, has a strong following among Mexican Americans and Israelis for different reasons.

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I sat shiva for my sister because she hates Israel. Should I bother reconciling?

Beth Harpaz in Forward · 18 May 2023

The writer of the letter is estranged from their sister because of her views on Israel, which the writer considers antisemitic.

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Chicago’s Jewish community could swing mayoral race

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider · 30 Mar 2023

As Chicago's mayoral election nears, candidates Paul Vallas and Brandon Johnson are actively courting the Jewish community, recognizing its potential influence in a close race.

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‘I wasn't aware of the fact that there are tropes about Jews and money,’ Rep. Omar says on CNN

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 29 Jan 2023

Rep. Ilhan Omar discussed her past social media posts perceived as antisemitic on CNN, acknowledging and apologizing for using language trafficking in antisemitism.

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Hakeem Jeffries, a staunchly pro-Israel Democrat, will lead his party in the U.S. House

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 1 Dec 2022

Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, a prominent Democrat from New York, has become the first Black leader of a major party in Congress, succeeding Nancy Pelosi as House Minority Leader.

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Campus Antisemitism – What’s Happening at UC Berkeley?

People of the Pod · 21 Oct 2022

Controversy has arisen at UC Berkeley Law School over the adoption of bylaws by several student groups that would ban Zionist speakers.

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Jamaal Bowman, the incumbent

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider · 31 Aug 2022

Rep. Jamaal Bowman, a progressive Democrat from New York, won a decisive victory in the recent primary election for his congressional district.

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BDS on Campus: What Should Jewish Students Expect?

People of the Pod · 25 Aug 2022

This podcast episode features Natalie Kahn, a Jewish student at Harvard University, discussing her shock and sense of betrayal when the campus newspaper she was involved with endorsed the antisemitic Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement.

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What one hotly watched Manhattan race tells us about New York’s Jewish voters

Laura E. Adkins in Forward · 11 Aug 2022

The article discusses the upcoming Democratic primary for New York's 12th Congressional District in Manhattan, which has pitted popular incumbents Reps. Carolyn Maloney and Jerry Nadler against each other due to redistricting.

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AIPAC Wants to Defeat this Jewish Democrat. He's fighting back

Haaretz Weekly · 2 Jun 2022

Rep. Andy Levin, a progressive Democrat from Michigan, is facing a tough primary race against Haley Stevens, with AIPAC supporting Stevens and J Street endorsing Levin.

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