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Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 11 Nov

Cindy Scarr's article discusses the potential return of Donald Trump to power and the challenges he might face in implementing his agenda.

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Florida man arrested for targeting Jewish Rep. Jared Moskowitz, who says the suspect was found with an antisemitic manifesto

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 11 Nov

Rep. Jared Moskowitz, a Jewish congressman from Florida, faced a safety threat when a man, John Lapinski, was arrested near his home with firearms, body armor, and an antisemitic manifesto that singled out Moskowitz.

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What the Election Results Mean for Israel and the Jewish People

People of the Pod · 7 Nov

Following the 2024 U.S. presidential election, analysts discuss the implications of Donald Trump's victory for the U.S. Jewish community and Israel, examining voter trends and potential policy shifts.

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Eugene Vindman, whose Jewish immigrant story played a role in Trump’s impeachment, elected to Congress

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 7 Nov

Eugene Vindman, a Democrat, has been elected to Congress from Virginia's 7th District, succeeding Abigail Spanberger.

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Jewish voters play key role in NY House races, but number of Jewish members of Congress will drop

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 6 Nov

In the recent New York elections, Jewish voters played a pivotal role in shaping outcomes, impacting both local and national political landscapes.

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Ritchie Torres tells the story on how people reacted about him visiting Israel

Israel: State of a Nation · 20 Oct

Rep. Ritchie Torres, a Democratic congressman from New York, shares his experiences and observations regarding the diverse reactions he encountered upon announcing his visit to Israel.

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Rep. Dan Goldman on Campus Antisemitism

MomentMag · 22 Aug

In this video, New York Congressman Dan Goldman addresses the issue of growing antisemitism on college campuses, focusing particularly on institutions like Columbia University.

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Ilhan Omar, fierce critic of Israel in Congress, easily wins primary after 2 stinging defeats for progressive ‘Squad’

Luke Tress in Forward · 14 Aug

Rep. Ilhan Omar, known for her strong criticism of Israel, secured a win in the Democratic primary in Minnesota's 5th District, defeating her pro-Israel opponent, Don Samuels, with 56% of the votes.

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Ilhan Omar, fierce critic of Israel in Congress, easily wins primary after 2 stinging defeats for progressive ‘Squad’

JTA · 14 Aug

Rep. Ilhan Omar, a prominent member of the Squad and a vocal critic of Israel, won her Democratic party primary in Minnesota's 5th District, defeating centrist, pro-Israel Democrat Don Samuels.

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Pro-Israel groups helped defeat Jamaal Bowman and Cori Bush. Why aren’t they targeting Ilhan Omar?

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 7 Aug

Pro-Israel groups, including AIPAC, have succeeded in defeating Rep. Cori Bush and Rep. Jamaal Bowman, known for their critical stance towards Israel, in Democratic primaries.

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Turning Disappointment into Possibility - When Shirly Chisholm Met the Rebbe

Chabad.org · 30 Jul

In the video, learn about how a meeting between Shirley Chisholm and the Rebbe transformed disappointment into opportunity, leading to the feeding of hungry children across America.

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The Long Good Biden - with Amos Harel and Special Co-Host David Remnick

Unholy: Two Jews on the News · 26 Jul

In a podcast episode with guest co-host David Remnick, Yonit discusses President Biden's decision not to run for reelection, the Democrats' support for Vice President Harris, and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's speech to Congress.

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Looking for a Middle Around the Edges of Bibi’s Visit

Jennifer Bardi in Moment · 25 Jul

During Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to the U.S. Congress, which included strong statements against protestors, there were simultaneous demonstrations in DC expressing criticism of Netanyahu and the Israeli government's actions, particularly regarding the conflict with Hamas.

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Kamala Harris Should Not Have Snubbed Bibi

Eli Lake in The Free Press · 25 Jul

Vice President Kamala Harris chose to skip Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's speech before Congress, opting to address a sorority event instead.

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In Netanyahu’s triumphal moment, the heartbreak and disdain of the outside world creeps in

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 25 Jul

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's address to Congress celebrated the U.S.-Israel alliance but faced challenges, including criticism and boycotts over his handling of the Israel-Gaza conflict.

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Netanyahu misrepresented MIT president’s response to ‘genocide’ question

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward · 24 Jul

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu misrepresented comments made by the president of MIT during his address to Congress by claiming that the MIT president, along with the presidents of Harvard and Penn, hesitated to condemn calls for the genocide of Jews on campus, whereas in reality, MIT's president, Sally Kornbluth, gave a clear and direct answer stating that such behavior would be a violation of MIT's policies.

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Ridiculing pro-Palestinian protesters, Netanyahu addresses Congress

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 24 Jul

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed Congress, receiving numerous standing ovations during his speech where he emphasized the historical ties between Israel and the U.S., thanked President Biden for support, and criticized pro-Palestinian protesters.

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Make Your Voice Heard

Editor in Hadassah · 24 Jul

Hadassah is intensifying its efforts to combat rising antisemitism by collaborating with members of Congress to push for funding civil rights enforcement, defining antisemitism at the Department of Education, appointing a national coordinator to counter antisemitism in the White House, and enhancing Holocaust education in public schools nationwide.

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Mark Kelly, a potential Harris VP pick, has a Jewish spouse with a striking story: Gabby Giffords

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 23 Jul

Gabby Giffords, a former congresswoman known for her Jewish identity, is married to Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly, a potential VP pick for Kamala Harris.

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'He should go and stay': As Netanyahu visits Congress, Israelis at home are tired of the act

Rob Eshman in Forward · 23 Jul

Israeli views on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's diplomatic trip to Washington, D.C., to address Congress vary, with many at home expressing apathy, skepticism, and even criticism.

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Hostage families to Netanyahu: Don’t come to Washington without a hostage deal

Beth Harpaz in Forward · 16 Jul

Hostage families of Americans held by Hamas are adamantly against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's upcoming speech to Congress in Washington, demanding a hostage deal be secured before any diplomatic visit.

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U.S. ambassador to Israel wants Netanyahu to deliver a 'unifying' speech to Congress

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 15 Jul

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Jack Lew is hopeful that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will deliver a unifying speech to Congress to strengthen bipartisan support for Israel, amidst concerns of bipartisan division and growing isolationism.

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Major antisemitism bills appear stalled in Congress with summer, election fast approaching

Marc Rod in Jewish Insider · 20 Jun

As Congress faces the summer recess and the upcoming election, there are concerns within the Jewish community about the stalled progress of two major antisemitism bills, the Antisemitism Awareness Act (AAA) and the Countering Antisemitism Act (CAA), in Congress.

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Countdown to Netanyahu’s Speech

Nathan Guttman in Moment · 18 Jun

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to address a joint meeting of Congress, prompting Democrats to consider whether to attend the speech amidst disagreements over Israel's policies.

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In Washington, residents of Israel’s north highlight continued instability and Hezbollah threat

Marc Rod in Jewish Insider · 11 Jun

Residents of northern Israel, facing ongoing threats and instability from Hezbollah in Lebanon, visited Washington, D.C. to highlight their displacement and the looming danger on Israel's northern border.

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