Critical Race Theory

Zahava Feldstein in Moment · 22 Nov

Zahava Feldstein shares her experience with institutional antisemitism at Stanford University's Graduate School of Education, prompting her decision to leave the PhD program.

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Why we should listen to Ta-Nehisi Coates even if we may disagree with him

Olivia Haynie in Forward · 18 Oct

Olivia Haynie reflects on Ta-Nehisi Coates' new book, "The Message," which explores the power of narrative in both perpetuating and challenging systemic oppression.

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The shameful radicalisation of Columbia comes from Critical Race Theory

Jewish Chronicle · 25 Apr

The article discusses the radicalization at American universities, focusing on Columbia University and the influence of Critical Race Theory (CRT).

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The American Left’s Milošević Moment

Andrew Nutting in Tablet · 5 Apr

During the rise of Donald Trump, parallels were drawn by some observers between his political tactics and the nationalism of Slobodan Miloevi, the leader responsible for Serbia's violent conflicts in the 1990s.

0 Education Politics

The Debates Over—and Within—‘Classical Education’

Maggie Phillips in Tablet · 25 Jan

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Snowflakes for Hamas

Oliver Traldi in Tablet · 9 Nov 2023

The author points out the contradiction between the progressive emphasis on avoiding offense and the targeting of Jewish students and the Jewish community on college campuses.

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Stop Being Shocked—Once and for All

The Editors in Tablet · 13 Oct 2023

Stop Being Shocked Once and for All is an article that highlights the systematic erosion of institutions and the rise of dangerous ideologies in America.

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Yascha Mounk on the Identity Trap and What It Means for Jews

Tikvah · 6 Oct 2023

In his book "The Identity Trap: A Story of Ideas and Power in Our Time," Yascha Mounk explores the intellectual history behind the rise of identity politics and wokeness.

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Yascha Mounk on the Identity Trap and What It Means for Jews

Tikvah · 6 Oct 2023

In his book, "The Identity Trap: A Story of Ideas and Power in Our Time," Yascha Mounk explores the intellectual history behind the rise of identity politics or "wokeness."

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What ‘Oppenheimer’ got wrong and the origins of the left’s ‘anti-racism’

Jonathan S. Tobin in JNS · 14 Sep 2023

The success of the film Oppenheimer has sparked interest in the history of the making of the atomic bomb and American radicalism, but there are important aspects being overlooked.

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ADL quiet on details of internal investigation prompted by Fox News

ARosenfeld in Forward · 8 Mar 2023

The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) launched an internal investigation after Fox News criticized some of its educational materials for allegedly including progressive ideas.

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No More ADL

Liel Leibovitz in Tablet · 7 Nov 2022

The author argues that the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) is no longer fulfilling its original purpose of combating antisemitism.

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The New Gatekeepers

Michael Lind in Tablet · 26 Oct 2022

Between 2010 and 2012, concepts from gender and ethnic studies became mainstream in American culture.

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The Public Problems of Private Schools

Sapir · 1 Aug 2022

The author shares their personal experience with their daughter attending an elite private school in New York City.

0 History Education

Juneteenth story is marred by myth that Blacks didn’t know they were free

Robin Washington in Forward · 13 Jun 2022

The article by Robin Washington, published by the Forward, challenges the widely-held myth surrounding Juneteenth, which is often believed to mark the day that enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, first learned of their freedom in 1865.

0 Education Politics

Princeton’s Mixed-Up President Discards Free Speech and Demonizes Its Defenders

Sergiu Klainerman in Tablet · 12 Apr 2022

Princeton University's president, Christopher Eisgruber, is seen as holding contradictory principles regarding academic freedom and social justice, which has led to concerns about the university's direction.

0 Culture Politics

So Long, Farewell, Au Revoir—to Melissa

Bonjour Chai · 5 Aug 2021

In this episode of Bonjour Chai, David Bernstein, founder of the Jewish Institute for Liberal Values, discusses the intersection of Judaism, identity politics, and social media with hosts Avi Finegold, Melissa Lantsman, and Ilana Zackon.

0 Education Politics

Liberals are Gaslighting Themselves

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 6 Jul 2021

The text discusses how liberals are potentially undermining their own cause by making leftist attacks on America around July 4, which is seen as a strategic error.

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The Eclipse of Jewish Cultural Power

Sapir · 1 Jul 2021

The author argues that American culture is currently experiencing a crisis, with the aesthetic impulse and intellectual engagement being overshadowed by a rigid progressive orthodoxy that values identity politics and inclusivity over artistic freedom and open dialogue.

0 Politics Communities

Biden in Europe, Critical Race Theory, and Where Is Fauci?

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 15 Jun 2021

The text discusses President Biden's comments about the GOP and Vladimir Putin during his visit to Europe, where he criticized the GOP and praised Putin, sparking controversy.

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Critical Race Theory and the ‘Hyper-White’ Jew

Sapir · 1 May 2021

This article discusses the intersection of Critical Race Theory (CRT) and its impact on Jewish individuals.

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Summing Up

Sapir · 1 May 2021

The Sapir Journal explores the challenges faced by Jews in contemporary social justice movements, particularly addressing issues of antisemitism on the left.

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California Is Cleansing Jews From History

Emily Benedek in Tablet · 28 Jan 2021

California's Ethnic Studies Model Curriculum (ESMC) has caused controversy and concern among Jewish communities.

0 Politics Education

Biden Unleashed

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 27 Jan 2021

In this podcast episode, the focus is on President Biden's flurry of executive orders, his support for critical race theory, and the stance of teachers' unions, particularly in Chicago, on reopening schools only when they deem it safe.

0 Television/Film Politics

Q & A | Black, deaf, and Jewish filmmaker Eli Steele is challenging how we view race

Forward · 11 Nov 2020

Eli Steele, a Black, deaf, and Jewish filmmaker, challenges societal norms in his work, including his latest film "What Killed Michael Brown" which investigates the shooting of an 18-year-old Black man in Ferguson.

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