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Trump's warning to Jewish voters is now a flashpoint in tight House race

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 27 Sep

In the heated race for New York's Hudson Valley congressional district, former Rep. Mondaire Jones is targeting Rep. Mike Lawler over his defense of Donald Trump's recent controversial comments regarding Jewish voters.

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Israelis from Tel Aviv to Haifa brace for Hezbollah attacks

Lahav Harkov in Jewish Insider · 25 Sep

With heightened tensions involving Hezbollah missile threats, Israelis from Tel Aviv to Haifa are bracing for attacks.

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Donald Trump accepts party nomination after a week in which Israel was extolled and isolationists were given center stage

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 19 Jul

Donald Trump accepted the Republican party's presidential nomination after a week where he praised Israel's Iron Dome, vowed to resolve international crises, and criticized the current administration's foreign policy.

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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez loses Democratic Socialists endorsement after she speaks out against antisemitism

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 11 Jul

The Democratic Socialists of America recently withdrew their conditional endorsement of Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez for reelection following her participation in an online panel discussing antisemitism with Jewish experts.

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The children in Gaza are not the only ones who matter.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 24 May

This text discusses the importance of recognizing and supporting the safety of children in Israel amidst conflicts with Hamas in Gaza.

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Israel is one of the only countries with two memorial days.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 13 May

Israel is one of the few countries with two official memorial days: Yom HaShoah for the Holocaust and Yom HaZikaron for fallen soldiers and terrorism victims.

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Israel Must Respond Forcefully to Iran’s Attack

Bernard-Henri Lévy in Tablet · 19 Apr

The text emphasizes the escalating threat from Iran to Israel through various proxy wars and its nuclear program.

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JI journalists reflect on Iran’s unprecedented attack on Israel

Tamara Zieve in Jewish Insider · 15 Apr

Iran launched a significant attack on Israel with hundreds of drones and missiles following an Israeli strike in Damascus, causing anxiety and preparation across the country.

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Attacked By Iran, Israel Remains Resolute

Jewdicious · 14 Apr

Israel repelled an Iranian missile attack using its advanced defense systems without any casualties or damage, showcasing its exceptional defensive capabilities.

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13 things about Israelis in wartime I’ve noticed by living among them

Susan Greene in Forward · 2 Apr

In this article, the author reflects on living among Israelis during wartime, sharing observations like the minimal coverage of suffering in Gaza in Israeli media compared to international news.

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What the hell is going on?

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 3 Mar

Future of Jewish's "What the hell is going on?" series delves into recent events in the Jewish world, highlighting a tragic incident of a man setting himself on fire outside the Embassy of Israel in protest of Palestinian issues and subsequent reactions on social media and by political figures.

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Joe Biden is pressing Congress to send $14B to Israel. What is the emergency aid for?

Ron Kampeas in Forward · 20 Feb

President Joe Biden is urging Congress to approve $14 billion in emergency aid to Israel as it faces off against Hamas in Gaza.

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Israel just reminded the world who it is.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 3 Jan

On Tuesday, an Israeli drone assassinated Hamas deputy chairman Saleh al-Arouri in Beirut, Lebanon.

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Video Essay | Volunteers Head South to Help Israeli Agriculture

Eli Katzoff in Moment · 13 Dec 2023

Due to a severe labor shortage in Israeli agriculture, volunteers from various professions and countries have come to help pick fruits and vegetables grown near the Gaza Strip.

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A World Gone Mad

Rivka Ravitz in Jewish Action · 3 Dec 2023

In this personal account, the author shares her experience during a period of conflict in Israel.

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Empathy

Roy Chen in Tablet · 20 Nov 2023

The author reflects on their experiences during the recent conflict in Israel and Gaza.

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‘An inflection point in history’: Biden says assisting Israel and Ukraine is necessary to preserve democracy

Ron Kampeas in Forward · 20 Oct 2023

President Joe Biden has delivered an Oval Office address urging Americans to support assistance for Israel and Ukraine in order to protect democracy globally.

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The Misconceptia Edition

Bonjour Chai · 20 Oct 2023

In the wake of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, Jewish individuals are facing inquiries from non-Jewish friends about their well-being, prompting reflections on their personal and global Jewish identities.

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Wedding during wartime: A donated cake, a volunteer band, fairy lights by the bomb shelter

ALanger in Forward · 12 Oct 2023

In the midst of a rocket attack from the Gaza Strip, a couple in Jerusalem decided to proceed with their wedding, albeit on a smaller scale and in a community garden.

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Biden: Hamas attack is moment when ‘a pure, unadulterated evil is unleashed upon the world’

LMarkoe in Forward · 10 Oct 2023

In an address from the White House, President Joe Biden strongly condemned Hamas and expressed American support for Israel.

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Ending Aid Won’t Stop the Demonization of Israel

Ritchie Torres in Tablet · 27 Jul 2023

This article discusses the argument that ending US aid to Israel would stop the demonization of Israel by anti-Israel activists.

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Iron Dome Is Not a Defensive System - The Iron Dome cannot meaningfully be considered “life-saving” in any value system that recognizes Palestinian humanity.

Dylan Saba in Jewish Currents · 25 May 2023

The article argues that the Iron Dome, an air defense system used by Israel, is not a truly defensive system and actually contributes to the asymmetry of power between Israel and Palestine.

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Analyzing the Recent Gaza Escalation

Israel Policy Pod · 10 Aug 2022

In this episode of Israel Policy Pod, correspondent Amos Harel joins Neri Zilber to analyze the recent conflict between Israel and Palestinian Islamic Jihad, known as Operation Breaking Dawn.

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AIPAC Wants to Defeat this Jewish Democrat. He's fighting back

Haaretz Weekly · 2 Jun 2022

Rep. Andy Levin, a progressive Democrat from Michigan, is facing a tough primary race against Haley Stevens, with AIPAC supporting Stevens and J Street endorsing Levin.

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Israel is building a wall of lasers to defend against rockets. Will it work?

Ruth Marks Eglash in Jewish Insider · 29 Apr 2022

Israel has successfully tested a high-powered, ground-based laser interceptor system aimed at defending against various threats including rockets, UAVs, and anti-tank missiles.

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