Charlottesville

Why Neo-Nazis marched in Ohio this weekend, and almost every weekend in the U.S.

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 18 Nov

Neo-Nazi rallies have become alarmingly frequent across the United States, with hundreds occurring since 2016, driven by small white supremacist groups seeking attention online.

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Two new statues in D.C. honor white nationalists — well, sort of

Mira Fox in Forward · 30 Oct

Two provocative bronze statues have appeared temporarily near the National Mall in Washington, D.C., offering a satirical commentary on white nationalism and recent American political history.

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I used to cringe at Rosh Hashanah ‘blessings’ cursing our enemies. Not this year.

Vanessa Ochs in JTA · 1 Oct

Vanessa Ochs reflects on her evolving perspective regarding Rosh Hashanah blessings that curse enemies, a tradition nuanced by her comfortable upbringing as an American Jew compared to the lived realities in Israel.

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'She hates Israel' Trump says of Harris during debate

Lauren Markoe in Forward · 11 Sep

During the presidential debate, former President Donald Trump accused Vice President Kamala Harris of hating Israel and Arabs, suggesting a future Harris presidency would threaten Israel's existence.

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Harris campaign says Trump ‘denigrates American Jews’ as war of words over Jewish voters escalates

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 22 Aug

The article discusses the increasing tension between the Kamala Harris and Donald Trump presidential campaigns, particularly focusing on accusations of antisemitism.

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Trump calls Biden ‘a very bad Palestinian’: Israel, antisemitism feature in a debate high on anger, low on coherence

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 28 Jun

In a heated and chaotic debate, President Trump insulted Joe Biden by calling him a "very bad Palestinian," referring to Israel's war with Hamas.

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When Jew Hate Doesn’t Count

Peter Savodnik in The Free Press · 10 Jun

The text discusses how certain instances of hatred and threats towards Jews are downplayed or excused based on who is making these threats.

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How Charlottesville Broke the Peace

Lee Smith in Tablet · 11 Aug 2023

This article discusses the controversy surrounding the removal of Confederate monuments and the aftermath of the Charlottesville protests in 2017.

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Between Charlottesville and Jerusalem

Sapir · 1 Aug 2023

The article discusses the parallels between the events in Charlottesville, Virginia, where a white supremacist rally took place in 2017, and the ongoing conflict between Israelis and Palestinians.

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The White House antisemitism plan is full of good ideas. Will it actually help Jews?

Laura E. Adkins in Forward · 26 May 2023

The White House has released its first official strategy to counter antisemitism, which includes proposals to increase awareness and understanding of antisemitism, enhance physical security, and promote Holocaust education.

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Amid Kushner intervention, Trump wrote ‘shockingly gracious’ note to Biden, book claims

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 16 Jan 2023

A new book by Chris Whipple sheds light on former President Donald Trump's shocking graciousness in the letter he left for President Joe Biden upon leaving office.

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Biden to Jewish audience: ‘I probably went to shul more than many of you did’

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 30 Sep 2022

At a Rosh Hashanah reception at the White House, President Joe Biden highlighted his longstanding connection with the Jewish community, humorously noting his frequent attendance at synagogue services in his hometown of Wilmington, Delaware.

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Kentucky GOP group blames hacker for calling new US firearms regulator part of a ‘Jewish junta’

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 18 Jul 2022

Steve Dettelbach's recent confirmation as director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives sparked controversy when a Kentucky GOP group labeled him as part of a "Jewish junta."

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‘There’s not going to be closure’: Charlottesville rabbi grapples with far-right trial

Forward · 5 Nov 2021

Rabbi Tom Gutherz of Charlottesville's Congregation Beth Israel reflects on the 2017 Unite the Right rally and the ongoing civil trial accusing 14 men and 10 groups of conspiring to commit racist violence.

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Editorial | A dark day for democracy in America

Forward · 7 Jan 2021

The editorial discusses the storming of the U.S. Capitol by right-wing protesters, incited by President Trump and fueled by antisemitic conspiracies.

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No, White Supremacist Richard Spencer Didn’t Seriously Endorse Joe Biden

Yair Rosenberg in Tablet · 25 Aug 2020

Alt-right figure Richard Spencer, known for his white supremacist views, recently tweeted in support of Joe Biden, leading to some confusion and even endorsement from both pro-Trump and anti-Biden groups.

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White Supremacist Who Killed Woman In Charlottesville Sentenced To Life

Forward · 1 Jul 2019

James Alex Fields, Jr., a self-identified white supremacist responsible for driving his car into a group of counter-protesters at the 2017 Unite the Right rally in Charlottesville, has been sentenced to life imprisonment.

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Richard Spencer: ‘Charlottesville Wouldn’t Have Occurred Without Trump’

Forward · 15 May 2019

Richard Spencer, a prominent figure in the alt-right movement, asserted in an interview with The Atlantic that President Donald Trump was integral to the 2017 Charlottesville rally, which resulted in violence and tragically claimed the life of Heather Heyer.

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Stephen Miller Denounced By His Uncle Over Immigration Policy, Family History

Forward · 14 Aug 2018

Stephen Miller, White House senior advisor, faces public condemnation from his uncle, David Glosser, through an op-ed in Politico.

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AJC Passport: The Rising Tide of Anti-Semitism

People of the Pod · 2 Mar 2018

In a recent AJC Passport discussion, Ira Forman, former Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism at the U.S. State Department, highlighted the ongoing global issue of anti-Semitism, citing events such as the Charlottesville Nazi march and attacks on Jews in Europe.

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The Sound of Silence: Netanyahu and the Condemnation that Wasn't

Israel Policy Pod · 25 Aug 2017

The episode discusses Prime Minister Netanyahu's controversial silence following the Charlottesville protest, sparking tension between Israel and the Jewish diaspora, who perceive a failure to condemn anti-Semitism as prioritizing political considerations over moral responsibility.

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The “Charlottesville and Jerusalem” Edition

Promised Podcast · 17 Aug 2017

TLV1's The Tel Aviv Review podcast, hosted by Noah and Gilad Halpern, along with Times of Israel's Miriam Herschlag, delves into the corruption charges against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the extent of their significance.

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In the Wake of Charlottesville, Orthodox Judaism’s Silence is Deafening

MaNishtana in Tablet · 15 Aug 2017

The article discusses the historical and contemporary silence of Orthodox Judaism in addressing social justice issues, particularly in the context of the Charlottesville events.

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