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Meet the Holocaust survivor who became a TikTok sensation

Jewish Chronicle · 13 Nov

Gidon Lev, an 89-year-old Holocaust survivor living in Israel, has become an unexpected TikTok sensation, amassing nearly 500,000 followers by sharing his experiences and vibrant outlook on life.

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How Miriam Ezagui is Redefining Judaism Online and Fighting Millions of Antisemites

Living Lchaim · 2 Nov

Miriam Ezagui has become a prominent social media figure by harnessing the power of TikTok and Instagram to illuminate Orthodox Jewish life to a broad audience of over 2 million followers worldwide.

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TikToker arrested for ripping down NJ restaurant’s Greek flags she thought were Israeli

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 29 Oct

Amber Matthews, a 23-year-old TikTok user, was arrested for bias intimidation after she documented herself ripping down Greek flags from a New Jersey restaurant, mistakenly believing they were Israeli.

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This exceptional woman gave so much to millions

Jewish Chronicle · 16 Oct

Lily Ebert, a Holocaust survivor who passed away at the age of 100, became a powerful voice for Holocaust remembrance in her later years.

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Lily Ebert, Holocaust Survivor and TikTok Sensation, Dies at 100

Jackie Hajdenberg in Kveller · 10 Oct

Lily Ebert, a Hungarian-born Holocaust survivor who became a beloved TikTok personality, has passed away at age 100 in London.

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Lily Ebert, Holocaust survivor who became a TikTok sensation, dies at 100

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 9 Oct

Lily Ebert, a Hungarian-born Holocaust survivor, became a social media icon through TikTok, where she educated millions about Holocaust history and the enduring problem of antisemitism.

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Mira Fox in Forward · 19 Sep

Hitler-themed content is currently trending on TikTok, with users sharing AI-generated translations of his speeches, portraying the Nazi leader as a misunderstood figure rather than a symbol of hate.

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Montana Tucker on Fighting Israel’s Digital War

Lisa Hostein in Hadassah · 27 Aug

Montana Tucker, a prominent social media influencer, singer, and activist, is using her platform to advocate for Israel and combat antisemitism.

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The “The Valley of the Shadow of Deif” Edition

Promised Podcast · 18 Jul

Allison Kaplan Sommer and Noah Efron discuss the ethical and strategic implications of potentially assassinating Hamas leader Mohammed Deif and watching videos of Palestinian resilience from Gaza.

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'Somebody’s listening': Jewish Columbia student leverages social media to help refugees flee Gaza

Dan Glaun in Forward · 29 May

Jewish Columbia University student Makayla Gubbay has utilized social media to raise funds for refugees in Gaza, notably assisting Sara Suleiman and her family in their escape from Rafah.

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Following backlash and cyberbullying, Ms. Rachel sings a prayer ‘for all the children,’ including hostages and Israelis

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 23 May

Ms. Rachel, a popular children's video educator with millions of followers, faced backlash and cyberbullying for a fundraiser supporting children in conflict areas including Gaza, omitting Israeli children due to Save the Children's non-presence in Israel.

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Fashion’s in the bag, so farewell

Jewish Chronicle · 23 May

The author bids farewell to their fashion column, noting the rapid turnover of trends accelerated by social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok.

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Orthodox TikTok Influencer Miriam Ezagui Posts Dramatic Video from Auschwitz

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 8 May

Orthodox TikTok influencer Miriam Ezagui, known for sharing Jewish observances and family stories, recently visited Auschwitz on a March of the Living tour.

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Those Fine Young Communists

Isaac Simpson in Tablet · 1 May

The text explores the author's personal journey into and out of communism, reflecting on the allure of communism for young individuals seeking a sense of purpose and connection without the need for God.

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Is Banning TikTok a Mistake? A Debate.

Bari Weiss in The Free Press · 26 Apr

President Biden recently signed a bill mandating the sale of TikTok by its Chinese parent company ByteDance or face a ban, amid concerns over privacy, national security, and Chinese influence.

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Rewind: Scott Galloway vs. the World

Unholy: Two Jews on the News · 26 Apr

Professor Scott Galloway discusses the surge of antisemitism and the shifting global perceptions of Israel since the October 7th conflict, highlighting the influence of social media, particularly TikTok.

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The Horrors at Columbia

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 22 Apr

At Columbia University, escalating anti-Semitic protests have highlighted longstanding academic issues, prompting discussions on safety, enforcement, and higher education's ideological shifts.

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Behind the scenes of TikTok's antisemitism problem

The Glue, with Eric Fingerhut · 2 Apr

Barak Herscowitz, former TikTok government relations head in Israel, discusses his resignation in protest against the platform's apparent anti-Israeli and antisemitic bias.

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Rampant hate, no transparency, antisemitism behind the scenes: Why Jews should support a TikTok sale

Laura E. Adkins in Forward · 19 Mar

American Jews are urged to support the forced sale of TikTok due to the platform's rampant hate speech, lack of transparency, and ties to China's meddling in U.S. affairs, including promoting anti-Jewish sentiments.

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Jewish content creators say the campaign against TikTok is misguided

Beth Harpaz in Forward · 15 Mar

Jewish content creators, including rabbis like Seth Goldstein and Daniel Bogard, feel that the campaign to shut down TikTok over concerns of antisemitism is misguided.

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The TikTok Political Earthquake

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 14 Mar

The episode discusses the bipartisan political movement to force ByteDance, the Chinese Communist Party-owned company, to divest from TikTok due to national security concerns.

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Israel’s TikTok Problem

Cole S. Aronson in Jewish Review of Books · 13 Mar

The House of Representatives has passed a bill to potentially ban TikTok in the U.S. due to concerns about Chinese influence and manipulation on the platform.

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House set to vote on bill that could trigger TikTok ban, with support from major Jewish group

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA · 11 Mar

A bill that may lead to a ban of TikTok in the United States due to concerns over national security and antisemitism has gained bipartisan support, including backing from a major Jewish group, Jewish Federations of North America.

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Worried about a deluge of antisemitic content, Jewish federations ask Congress to act

Beth Harpaz in Forward · 7 Mar

The Jewish Federations of North America have urged a U.S. congressional committee to pass a bill that could potentially ban TikTok or compel its China-based parent company to divest.

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Ritchie Torres on DEI, TikTok, and Black-Jewish Relations

The Glue, with Eric Fingerhut · 7 Mar

Congressman Ritchie Torres discusses the importance of shoring up Black-Jewish relations and addresses the challenges posed by DEI initiatives amidst rising antisemitism.

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