Minority Rights

0 Politics Culture

Almost all voting groups shifted toward Trump, except American Jews. Why?

Rob Eshman in Forward · 6 Nov

In the 2024 election, American Jews largely supported Democratic candidate Kamala Harris over Donald Trump, contrasting the shift toward Trump seen in almost all other demographic groups.

0 Politics Ethics

The surefire way for Jews to lose this election

Rob Eshman in Forward · 4 Nov

Rob Eshman emphasizes the importance of American Jews focusing on democratic values over party allegiance in the 2024 U.S. elections.

0 Politics Communities

The surefire way for Jews to lose this election

Rob Eshman in Forward · 4 Nov

Rob Eshman underscores the vital necessity for American Jews to prioritize the safeguarding of democracy amidst divisive electoral outcomes, regardless of personal political affiliations.

0 History Politics

Minority Rights and Jewish Non-Territorial Autonomy in Interwar Estonia

Tel Aviv Review · 15 Jul

Dr. Timo Aava explores the non-territorial autonomy granted to minorities in interwar Estonia, highlighting the unique case of Jewish self-government.

0 History Politics

Diplomacy Without Sovereignty: The Zionist Movement at the League of Nations

Tel Aviv Review · 8 Jul

Dr. Eran Shlomi explores the nuanced dynamics of Zionist diplomacy at the League of Nations, highlighting its role in the Zionist movement's path to statehood despite the limited immediate power of the League.

0 Jewish Law History

Law in Times of Crisis: The Life and Legacy of Jacob Robinson

Tel Aviv Review · 1 Jul

Dr. Iris Nachum discusses the legal legacy of Jacob Robinson, particularly his work on compensation mechanisms for displaced persons, including ethnic Germans, Holocaust survivors, and Palestinian refugees.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Will Anthony Housefather quit the Liberals? Hear what he has to say

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 25 Mar

Anthony Housefather, Canadian Liberal MP for Mount Royal, is contemplating his political future following his vote against his party on a key Israel-Hamas motion, expressing concerns over the government's stance on Israel and the broader implications for his Jewish community.

0 Politics Israel

Netanyahu vows more active role in Israel’s judiciary fight following a day of tense protests

Ben Sales in Forward · 23 Mar 2023

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel addressed the nation following intense national protests against his government's controversial judicial overhaul plan.

0 Politics Culture

Reclaiming <em>Mamlakhtiyut:</em> The Road to an Inclusive Israeli Identity

Masua Sagiv in Sources · 2 Dec 2022

The article discusses the concept of reclaiming "Mamlakhtiyut," or a collective national civic identity in Israel that is inclusive of all its citizens, not just Jews.

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How American Progressives Became French Jacobins

Michael Lind in Tablet · 15 Dec 2021

The author explores the shift in views on constitutional authority among American progressives.

0 Politics Communities

44 years after Bill 101, Quebec's language laws remain controversial

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 26 Aug 2021

This episode of The CJN Daily explores the legacy and ongoing impact of Quebec's Bill 101, a language law that has significantly shaped the province's sociopolitical landscape and affected its Jewish community.

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Israeli Democracy: Going, Going Gone?

Tel Aviv Review · 22 Mar 2021

In this episode, Hebrew University political scientist Gayil Talshir discusses the erosion of democracy in Israel.

0 Politics History

Israel and Human Rights in Tension

Israel Policy Pod · 21 Jan 2021

The episode explores the dichotomy between Jewish human rights advocacy and the support for the Israeli state post-Holocaust, focusing on the historical tensions arising from these dual commitments.

0 Communities History

May Her Memory be a Blessing: Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Unorthodox · 21 Sep 2020

This episode of Unorthodox pays tribute to Ruth Bader Ginsburg, reflecting on her legacy as a trailblazer for women's and minority rights both in her legal career and in her personal life.

0 Politics Israel

What to Do When the Party Leaves You?

Israel Policy Pod · 3 Jun 2020

In this episode, MK Gadeer Kamal-Mreeh discusses her decision to leave Benny Gantz's Blue and White party for Yesh Atid due to concerns about Israel's political direction, particularly regarding equality for minorities and West Bank annexation.

0 History Antisemitism

Kill Thy Neighbor

Tel Aviv Review · 25 Feb 2019

Jeffrey Kopstein's book "Intimate Violence" examines the phenomenon of ethnic violence, focusing on pogroms against Jews in Poland to understand why such violence occurs.

0 Antisemitism History

Kill Thy Neighbor

Tel Aviv Review · 25 Feb 2019

In the book "Intimate Violence," co-author Jeffrey Kopstein explores the occurrence of ethnic violence, using pogroms against Jews in Poland as a case study to explain why and when such violence happens.

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