Tag: Israel Gaza War

Following the events of Oct. 7 and the Israel-Gaza war, there has been a notable shift in the Jewish professional workforce, with an increasing number of talented individuals from outside the Jewish communal space showing interest in joining Jewish organizations like the Shalom Hartman Institute of North America.
The article emphasizes that Israeli civilians, not political leaders, are crucial in determining the country's recovery from the ongoing war.
The article reflects on how Joan Didion's writings and approach to processing crises, particularly through the structure of narratives, have provided a framework for understanding complex events such as the Israel-Gaza conflict.
Amid ongoing student protests related to the Israel-Gaza war, recent developments on U.S. college campuses include the dismantling of a pro-Palestinian encampment at MIT leading to arrests, Union Theological Seminary's decision to divest from companies profiting from the war, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Colson Whitehead canceling a commencement speech at UMass Amherst due to police handling of protesters, and Cornell President Martha Pollack's resignation.
The 2024 Jewish Political Voices Project aims to explore the diverse political views within the American Jewish community beyond traditional election coverage.
Deb Kolodny, a consultant and freelance rabbi, emphasizes the urgent need to address not only climate change but also the concept of climate refugees in Western Massachusetts.
A children's event called Tot Shabbat for Ceasefire, organized by Jews for Racial and Economic Justice, took place in Brooklyn's Fort Greene Park, blending Jewish rituals with activism in support of a ceasefire between Israel and Gaza.
The author expresses deep moral uncertainty amidst the ongoing Israel-Gaza war, questioning the conduct and motives of both Israeli leadership and Hamas.
A terror attack occurred in the Tel Aviv suburb of Raanana, resulting in the death of one woman and injuries to 17 others.
The article discusses several topics related to the Republican primary race, the Israel-Gaza conflict, and President Biden's rhetoric.
The article discusses the emotional toll of experiencing ongoing conflict in Israel and Gaza.
The article argues that a radical political and cultural transformation, similar to the post-WWII reconstruction of Germany and Japan, is necessary in Gaza in order to bring about peace and prosperity for Palestinians.
Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) began as a moderate voice advocating for Palestinian rights during the Oslo peace process.
In this video, the speaker discusses the need for the pro-Palestinian left to publicly and loudly appeal to Hamas to release the captives.
This article provides updates on the ongoing conflict between Israel and Gaza.
Around 300 protestors were arrested at the U.S. Capitol in October 2023 during a demonstration opposing Israel's war in Gaza and calling for a ceasefire.
A researcher at the Anti-Defamation League, Stephen C. Rea, resigned in response to the organization's CEO, Jonathan Greenblatt, criticizing American Jews protesting Israel's actions in Gaza.
An instructor at Stanford University has been suspended for targeting Jewish and Israeli students during a classroom discussion on the Israel-Gaza conflict.
Many celebrities, including Natalie Portman, Sarah Silverman, Bono, Alex Edelman, and others, have spoken out about the Israel-Gaza War.
Dr. Sheila Nazarian, a renowned Beverly Hills plastic surgeon and Persian Jew who escaped Iran as a child, reflects on her journey, success, and activism.
Jonathan Schanzer, in his book "Gaza Conflict 2021," provides insights into the Israel-Gaza War earlier this year, offering a broader understanding of the Middle East dynamics.
Yonit and Jonathan discuss the current Israel-Gaza conflict, highlighting its unique challenges compared to previous escalations.
In this special episode, Donniel Hartman, Yossi Klein Halevi, and Elana Stein Hain discuss the ongoing conflict between Israel and Gaza, noting that this war feels different from previous ones.