Tag: President Obama

The author explores the shift in views on constitutional authority among American progressives.
In "Losing the Long Game, The False Promise of Regime Change in the Middle East," Philip Gordon, a former White House coordinator for the Middle East, highlights the complexities and challenges of pursuing regime change in the Middle East.
The author reflects on the significance of family meals during the High Holidays and the impact of reduced refugee entrance to America under President Trump, now allowing only 18,000 refugees in 2020.
The future of the Democratic Party and its stance on Israel is of concern to many Jewish voters.
Rabbi Jonathan Muskat engages in a thoughtful response to Professor Jonathan Sarna's discussion on the traditional prayer for the government, specifically focusing on the Ha-noten Teshuah prayer.
In this podcast episode, Allison, Don, and Noah discuss three main topics focusing on Israel, including the controversial UN Security Council Resolution 2334 condemning Israeli settlements, the idea of moving the American Embassy to Jerusalem supported by both a Donald and President-Elect Donald Trump, and the government's support of agriculture in Israel.
J Street and similar progressive groups are pushing to revoke U.S. tax exemptions for charitable organizations supporting Jewish settlements in the West Bank, citing a conflict with President Obama's views.
American flags will be flown at half-staff in honor of Shimon Peres, marking a rare occasion as only seven other foreign figures have received this presidential honor.
The text discusses the author's desire for escapism from the current political and cultural climate, highlighting feelings of dismay and frustration with the state of the world.
In a discussion on the "one-and-a-half state" solution, the topic of Israel's peace prospects under Netanyahu's leadership and the role of gender in war and peace negotiations are explored.
President Obama made a visit to Canter's Deli in Los Angeles, a beloved spot among the Jewish community in the city.
President Obama has announced that 24 former U.S. soldiers, including Jewish veterans, will be awarded the Medal of Honor posthumously in a ceremony in March.
President Obama hosted a reception for Jewish American Heritage Month where Jewish figures like Sandy Koufax and Elena Kagan attended.