The Forward recently published a list of the 125 most influential American Jews since its launch in 1897.

This text delves into the author's surprise at Elvis Presley having a Chai necklace, suggesting a Jewish connection, which leads to a contemplation on the significance of the Chai symbol in Jewish culture.

Rock and roll, with its roots entrenched in vernacular art and the culture of America's marginalized people, emerged as a powerful force in the early 1950s, challenging societal norms and influencing the youth across social and racial divides.