Tag: Texas

Craig Goldman, a Jewish Republican state representative from Texas, is vying to become the third Jewish Republican in Congress and the first from Texas.
Pro-Palestinian protests on college campuses across the United States have led to hundreds of student arrests, clashes with authorities, and disruptions to campus activities, such as the cancellation of graduation ceremonies and valedictorian speeches.
In a podcast episode featuring an interview with Zone of Interest executive producer Danny Cohen, he discusses why he believes the film's director, Jonathan Glazer, made errors in his Oscars speech.
The ex-mother-in-law of the woman who opened fire in a Texas megachurch has stated that the shooting had nothing to do with Judaism.
Robert Badinter, a prominent French figure known for his advocacy against the death penalty and his commitment to the values of liberty, equality, and fraternity, passed away recently.
The tension over illegal immigration in the United States continues to escalate, with Texas and the federal government clashing over border security.
Jedidiah Murphy, a Jewish man on death row in Texas for the murder of Bertie Lee Cunningham, is scheduled to be executed on October 10, 2023, which coincidentally is the World Day Against the Death Penalty recognized by the United Nations.
The Aryan Freedom Network (AFN), a white supremacist group based in Texas, has been increasingly active both online and in the real world.
The podcast episode discusses a breakthrough preventing a nationwide rail strike and its implications for upcoming elections.
In a podcast, Matt Continetti and Jim Meigs discuss Jill Biden's controversial remark during a LatinX event in Texas, Elon Musk's unusual Twitter activity, and the remarkable images of the universe produced by the Webb Telescope.
The origins of pastrami have been a topic of controversy, with some claiming it is from Texas, not New York.
The podcast discusses the recent Texas initiative to prohibit private businesses from mandating COVID-19 vaccines for employees, highlighting the broader political implications of vaccine mandates across the country.
In a recent podcast episode, the discussion revolves around the Biden administration's immediate assumption that horseback Border patrol officers were wrong in their actions in Texas, reflecting the administration's struggle to cater to its progressive base.
In a recent podcast episode, the focus is on the Supreme Court's decision not to block Texas's strict abortion law, raising questions about the emergence of a new liberal grassroots movement akin to the conservative one that followed the establishment of abortion rights in the past.
Blue states like New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut are swiftly moving to reopen, despite the intentions of the Biden administration and in line with states like Texas and Florida.
The podcast discusses Texas Gov. Abbott's choice to remove all state-level COVID-19 mandates, examining whether this move is an important test or a risky decision.
Rep. Dan Crenshaw, a Navy SEAL turned congressman, emphasizes the importance of returning to normalcy amid the coronavirus pandemic, advocating for a careful approach to economic stimulus.
In "Chrismukkah in Texas," the Essinger family in Texas celebrates a hybrid Christmas and Hanukkah with a blend of traditions.
The author reflects on his time spent browsing used bookstores in Dallas in the 1980s and shares memorable encounters related to finding books like Henry Ford's anti-Semitic work and Abram L. Sachar's "The Redemption of the Unwanted."
In a humorous reflection on being Jewish during Christmas in Texas, the writer explores the contrasts and interactions between Jewish culture and the festive Texas atmosphere, highlighting the feelings of unease and acceptance intertwined in the experience.
Pete Wells of The New York Times awarded two out of four stars to Hill Country, a Chelsea barbecue restaurant owned by Marc Glosserman, the cousin of the author.