jewish identity

'I wish you would stand up': David Schwimmer calls out celebrities silent on antisemitism

“No one’s asking you to solve the conflict of the Middle East. Just say that you stand with your Jewish friends, colleagues, and neighbours against hatred," Schwimmer said.

MK Gilad Kariv is seen at a Knesset discussion on May 7, 2024

Kariv to CoP: Israel cannot define itself as ‘Jewish’ if it does not bring all hostages home

Kariv described his position as 'the exact opposite' of what Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli presented to the CoP on Sunday.

Returning to Israel educational travel is essential for Jewish identity

The ceasefire agreement offers not only a glimmer of hope for Israel educational travel, but also a crucial opportunity for Israeli society to invest in restrengthening this field.

By SHELLEY KEDAR , ANNA LANGER
13/02/2025
  An illustrative image reflecting how the events in Israel impacted Jewish education.

Empathy, resilience, and adaptation should drive education in a post-October 7 world

In a world that feels increasingly divided and fraught, we must offer not only knowledge but also healing, community, and hope.

By BARB SHIMANSKY
09/01/2025

'This is their song too': A look at Phish and their Jewish fans

The book, clearly written for a very narrow audience of Jewish fans – many have seen several hundred shows – details every possible point of connection between Phish and Judaism.

By HOWARD BLAS
15/12/2024

'Sacred Time': Jewish sovereignty, an essential part of our identity

In contrast to religions that emphasize moral degradation, Judaism encourages admitting guilt and regret as a way of self-improvement.

25/11/2024

'Tablets Shattered': The uncertain future of Jewishness in the US and admiring Jewish values

As a Jew and political progressive, Joshua Leifer explains, he feels “pinched between great shame and great fear.”

By GLENN C. ALTSCHULER
25/11/2024

Over 90% of Jewish, Israeli Americans say candidates’ stance on Israel impacts their vote

The survey, conducted by Midgam Research & Consulting, involved 1,482 respondents—772 Israeli-Americans and 710 Jewish-Americans without Israeli backgrounds.

What have we learned since Oct. 7?

We cannot rewrite history or travel back in time to prevent the events of October 7. We instead must take the knowledge we now possess and work towards a better future.

Who decides: Who will live, who will die?

Today’s assault on Judaism through anti-Zionism and Israel-bashing is expanding at a much faster pace than last century’s assault on Judaism through antisemitism.

07/10/2024
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