Separation Of Church And State

Trump wants prayer in schools. The Bible tells us how dangerous that is

Robert Alter in Forward · 17 Nov

Robert Alter examines the implications of President-elect Donald Trump's proposal to reinstate prayer in public schools, highlighting the dangers it poses to the principle of separation of church and state.

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What a Trump second presidency will mean for school prayer, campus antisemitism and other education issues Jews care — and worry — about

Lauren Markoe in Forward · 14 Nov

Following Donald Trump's reelection, concerns are rising among Jewish communities regarding education policies that could intensify religious elements in public schools and affect separation of church and state.

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Trump plans to reinstate school prayer. Our readers remember times Christianity came up in class

Mira Fox in Forward · 12 Nov

The discussion on the intersection of religion and public education resurfaces with President-elect Donald Trump's proposal to reinstate school prayer, challenging the 1962 Supreme Court decision on the issue.

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A guide to the most notable Christian nationalists influencing the nation

Mira Fox in Forward · 7 Nov

With Donald Trump securing a second presidential term, his promises to bolster Christian nationalist influence within the White House are gaining attention.

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Meet the Jewish author who has written a pithier, punchier Project 2025

Ron Kampeas in Forward · 4 Sep

Joel Pollak, a prominent Jewish author aligned with the Republican right, has released a book titled "The Agenda: What Trump Should Do in His First 100 Days," outlining proposals from a conservative Jewish perspective for a potential second Trump presidency.

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Publisher's Note

Sapir · 1 Aug

The text discusses the lack of emphasis on faith in American Jewish life, attributing it to the multifaceted nature of Jewish identity and a reluctance to delve into theological discussions that may lead to controversy.

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The Constitutional Case for Jewish Charter Schools

Sapir · 1 Aug

The article discusses the constitutional argument for implementing Jewish charter schools (JCSs) in America to address challenges facing the Jewish community, like expensive tuition, public school environments, and geographic limitations.

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The Christian right wants schools to teach the Bible — but doesn't understand what the Bible is about

Robert Alter in Forward · 3 Jul

The article discusses the Christian right's push for Bible education in schools under a "Make America Christian Again" agenda, focusing on recent developments in Louisiana and Oklahoma.

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‘We have to cover history accurately’: Oklahoma superintendent explains why he’s forcing schools to teach the Bible

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 2 Jul

Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters has mandated the teaching of the Bible in all public schools, arguing that it is necessary for an accurate understanding of history, despite concerns about the separation of church and state.

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What Place - Religion?

Emes Ve-Emunah · 25 Jun

The ongoing debate regarding the role of religion in a nation founded on principles of religious freedom is reviewed by Rabbi Chaim Twerski.

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Louisiana's Ten Commandments Requirement

Emes Ve-Emunah · 21 Jun

Louisiana recently passed a law mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in every classroom of public schools and colleges, making it the only state with such a requirement.

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Missouri judge rejects suit by interfaith clergy, including rabbis, that challenged abortion ban

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 17 Jun

A Missouri judge upheld the state's abortion ban, dismissing a lawsuit by a group of 14 interfaith clergy, including rabbis, who argued the ban violated religious freedom.

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Michael A. Helfand: Church, State, and Jewish Education [Jewish Education 2/4]

18forty · 14 Feb 2023

In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, the host interviews Michael A. Helfand, a Pepperdine Law professor specializing in religious liberty, to discuss the First Amendment and its implications for funding religious schools.

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Michael A. Helfand: Church, State, and Jewish Education [Jewish Education 2/4]

18forty · 14 Feb 2023

In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, Michael A. Helfand, a law professor specializing in religious liberty, discusses the First Amendment and its implications for funding religious schools.

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On the Separation of Yeshiva and State

Noah Feldman in Jewish Review of Books · 6 Apr 2022

The article discusses the debate around the separation of church and state in the United States and its implications for religious education.

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Trump’s church photo has no American precedent. Does it have one in fascism?

Talya Zax in Forward · 5 Jun 2020

President Trump's photo op at St. John's Episcopal Church, where he held up a Bible without praying or notifying church leaders, following a speech on quelling violence during protests, sparked concerns of merging politics with religion akin to tactics seen in authoritarian regimes.

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The “Banned on the Run” Edition

Promised Podcast · 14 Mar 2019

In this edition, Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Miriam Herschlag from Times of Israel discuss important topics, including the debate on whether parties promoting rage and hate should be banned from democratic elections in Israel.

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Daniel Libeskind Design Mocked in Mock-Up

Rebecca Meiser in Tablet · 18 Jul 2013

Daniel Libeskind, a renowned architect and child of Holocaust survivors, designed a Holocaust memorial featuring steel panels shaped like a Star of David to honor victims and inspire future generations.

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