In 2006, President George W. Bush proclaimed May as Jewish American History Month to celebrate the contributions of Jewish Americans.

The text briefly mentions the celebration of Purim while highlighting Rationalist Judaism as a reader-supported publication.

Rabbi Chaim Strauchler, in an article for Tradition, discusses the fading trend of celebrating Jewish excellence through books like "Great Jews in Sports" or "Great Jews in Entertainment."

The author recounts a story about a failed date on Christmas Day and how it led to a newfound appreciation for Hanukkah.