Political Tension

0 History Politics

‘The Goldman Case’ tells the true story of a French Jewish radical whose murder trial is still cloaked in mystery

Shira Li Bartov in JTA · 15 Nov

The film "The Goldman Case" revives the enigmatic story of Pierre Goldman, a 1970s French Jewish radical and Holocaust survivor thought to be wrongly accused of a double murder during an armed robbery.

0 Antisemitism Politics

I lost my temper over a keffiyeh in St John’s Wood

Jewish Chronicle · 9 Oct

The author's experience in a local cafe highlights the complex tensions surrounding symbols like the keffiyeh, particularly in areas with significant Jewish communities.

0 Leadership Education

How to support the spiritual leadership of the next generation of rabbis

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy · 9 Oct

As the American Jewish community grapples with heightened tensions and the aftermath of political and social challenges, spiritual leaders face unique pressures.

0 Politics Antisemitism

At Senate hearing on antisemitism, protester interrupts to curse out 'Jews and Israelis’

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 17 Sep

During a recent Senate hearing focused on antisemitism and broader hate crimes, a protester interrupted with antisemitic remarks, sparking heated exchanges among senators.

0 Television/Film Politics

The Bari Files

Bonjour Chai · 12 Sep

This episode of Bonjour Chai discusses the Toronto International Film Festival's controversial screenings, including documentaries on Netanyahu and Israeli films facing protests.

0 Israel Politics

What Diaspora Jews CAN Do for Israel

Jewdicious · 27 Feb

The author reflects on the ongoing conflict in Israel and the importance of Diaspora Jews taking action to support Israelis.

0 Politics Sports

Jewish and Israeli athletes are being routinely banned from competition. How will it end?

Menschwarmers · 22 Feb

The episode highlights the concerning trend of Jewish and Israeli athletes being banned from competitions due to political tensions.

0 Israel Communities

Watching War: This Moment in the History of Israel-Diaspora Relations

Geoffrey Levin in Sources · 27 Nov 2023

The article discusses the current emotional climate among American Jews, particularly students, in the context of Israel-Diaspora relations during times of crisis.

0 Israel History

Fraught Friends: Israel and the EU, Past and Present

Tel Aviv Review · 27 Apr 2020

The Israel-EU relationship, stemming from their post-World War II founding ideals, is complex, characterized by strong economic ties but political tensions.

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Fraught Friends: Israel and the EU, Past and Present

Tel Aviv Review · 27 Apr 2020

The relationship between Israel and the European Union, both established post-World War II, has been characterized by strong economic connections but political tensions.

0 Politics Culture

Chris Christie Roasts Jared Kushner’s Dad, Calls His Crimes ‘Disgusting, Loathsome’ In New Book

Forward · 31 Jan 2019

Chris Christie's new memoir, "Let Me Finish," includes harsh criticism of Charles Kushner, father of Jared Kushner, for his past criminal actions.

0 Politics Culture

Birthright and the Nation-State Law

Israel Policy Pod · 20 Jul 2018

The episode delves into the implications of Israel's nation-state law, discussing its impact on the balance between Israel’s identity as a Jewish and democratic state.

0 Israel Politics

Lunch With Baruch Goldstein, One Year Before the Hebron Massacre

Rebecca Wolf in Tablet · 21 Feb 2014

One year before the Hebron massacre where Baruch Goldstein killed 29 Muslim worshippers, the author had a casual encounter with him during a weekend visit to Hebron.

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