Already 13 U.S. service members have been killed and more than 200 wounded – and the Trump administration can’t even get their messaging straight on whether we’re at war with Iran. [Sara Jacobs]
U.S. Rep. Sara Jacobs: ‘We need to end this reckless war now’ Read More »
Middle East, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
StandWithUs strongly condemns Assembly Bill 2159 (AB 2159), introduced by CA Assemblymember Robert Garcia. This bill would gut key provisions from AB 715, California’s landmark law aimed at fighting antisemitism in K-12 schools. [Press Release]
Entries will be accepted through Friday, May 15. Up to $30,000 in scholarships will be awarded. Winners will be recognized at a JAHM reception in San Diego in May. [Press Release]
Jewish history contest announced for 11th and 12th graders Read More »
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The Times article flirts with his negative views of Israel as a Jewish state, but it fell short of quoting some of his more hostile statements that should antagonize any pro-Israel person. {Bruce S. Ticker}
Mayor Mamdani’s dad participated in a teach-in at an illegal Columbia encampment Read More »
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Because of every call, every email, every form, and every person who showed up, we achieved a resounding victory: an 8–1 vote in favor. [Liat Cohen-Reeis]
S.D. City Council adopts IHRA definition of antisemitism Read More »
Antisemitism, Israel, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
In his view, the current fighting is not only about neutralizing threats in the present, but about reshaping the future architecture of the Middle East. [Shor M. Masori]
But wars are generally not about gut feelings but intricate pre-war planning, trying to advance a winning strategy and overall goals and what to do if war plans go awry. [Joe Gandelman]
Did the feeling in Trump’s ‘bones’ about Iran fail him? Read More »
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We start to get an inkling that things are going to take a dark turn when the angel voiced youth singer Lavinia Kendrick comes out to sing a song. At the end of the song, she turns her body so the audience sees the previously hidden Nazi armband. [Sandi Masori]
‘Cabaret’ production in Temecula has a startling reveal Read More »
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“Protecting houses of worship is necessary but not sufficient. We need to attack the root cause – anti-Jewish hatred – by educating ourselves and holding our leaders accountable.”
Protection of Jewish sites goal of Wasserman Schultz’ forum Read More »
Antisemitism, Jewish Religion, Press Release, USA
Following the attack at Temple Israel, synagogue security requirements will likely increase further as we enter the “most elevated and complex threat environment” in recent history, according to the Secure Community Network. {Halie Soifer}
Opinion: Stop rationalizing antisemitic violence Read More »
International, Israel, Middle East, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
On January 31, 1950, with President Truman’s permission, Teller was given carte blanche to develop the hydrogen bomb. It was detonated on one of the Marshall Islands on November 1, 1952 – the mushroom cloud rose to a height of 37 kilometers, and the diameter of the “cap” exceeded 160 kilometers. [Alex Gordon]
Jewish biography: Edward Teller, nuclear physicist Read More »
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Amos Tversky (March 16, 1937 – June 2, 1996) was an Israeli cognitive and mathematical psychologist and a key figure in the discovery of systematic human cognitive bias and handling of risk. [Wikipedia]
Today’s Jewish birthday: Amos Tversky Read More »
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Just days after the attack on Temple Israel in suburban Detroit, guests arriving at Congregation Beth Israel for Talking San Diego’s conversation with Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro were met with bag checks, wanding, and a visibly increased police and security presence. [Shor M. Masori]
Meir Zorea (March 14, 1923 – June 24, 1995) was a general in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and later a member of the Knesset. He earned distinction through his combat actions in World War II and in the 1948 Arab-Israeli War. [Wikipedia]
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