Attacks on Jews have set alarm bells ringing in Jewish communities around England, and especially in London. Though from what I see in the media physical violence seems to be far more prevalent in England today than it was in the past. [Dorothea Shefer-Vanson]
What I learned in London in June 2026 Read More »
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Jews were given a gross of hate-filled, antisemitic lemons. They took the lemons and made lemonade. They faced the challenge and gave back to America incredible gifts to the arts, culture, sports, economics, and more. The Jewish Borscht Belt gifts to America reflected the best of the ideals of America and what American life could be. [Jerry Klinger]
Historic marker dedicated in the ‘Borscht Belt’ Read More »
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The Jewish Community Action Network (JCAN) today sent a letter to Rotary International leadership condemning Orange County LA Rotary Club’s decision to install former Irvine Mayor Farrah Khan as President, despite documented warnings about her record of spreading blood libels and conspiracy theories about Jews. JCAN called on Rotary International to intervene, and enforce its own Manual of Procedure and Constitution. [Press Release]
JCAN opposes Rotary Club presidency of an antisemite Read More »
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Melat Kiros in Denver and Darializa Avila Chevalier in Harlem and the west Bronx could be the two most dreadful people to ever serve in Congress. Both come close to inciting genocide – of Israelis, that is. They are so far the worst of the worst of democratic socialists who bear no love for Israel or sensitivity toward American Jews. [Bruce S. Ticker]
Chevalier and Kiros to join ranks of Israel’s enemies in Congress Read More »
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In the eyes of the free World, Eli Wiesel is remembered as a recipient of the 1986 Nobel Peace Prize and the author of the 1955 autobiographical book, Night, which is still actively in demand with translations in over 30 languages. It is a first-person document describing his experience of the indelible disgrace of Nazi Germany. In his Nobel speech, the esteemed Jewish author proclaimed, “Never shall I forget these things, even if I am condemned to live as long as God himself. Never.” [Stanley Tiger]
Marking the 10th anniversary of the passing of Elie Wiesel Read More »
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At a time of rising antisemitism, political violence, and hate targeting communities across the country, this ongoing funding marks a major milestone in California’s commitment to protecting vulnerable communities,” said Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel (D-Encino), Chair of the California Legislative Jewish Caucus and author of the legislation that established the NSGP. (Press Release)
State budget includes annual $80m for security of vulnerable nonprofit institutions Read More »
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Throughout his decades at the helm, Mariaschin has led B’nai B’rith with unwavering dedication, remarkable diplomatic skill and deep expertise, strengthening the organization’s voice and influence on behalf of Israel and the Jewish people around the world. [Press Release]
After 27 years, Mariaschin retires as CEO of B’nai B’rith International Read More »
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Participants examined the growing security, political, and societal challenges facing Jewish life worldwide, with particular attention given to the continued rise of antisemitism, violent extremism, online radicalization, developments in AI, and relations with national governments. [Press Release]
Jewish communal executives from 50+ countries compare notes in Amsterdam Read More »
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For decades, Richard educated, wrote, and spoke with remarkable conviction and integrity. His advocacy helped shape the modern fight against antisemitism and inspired countless others to stand up for truth in the face of hostility. [Press Release]
Richard Cravatts, Brandeis Center board member and SDJW contributor Read More »
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“This year, I will get all my High Holiday sermons done by July, and then I will be able to just edit or update them closer to the date to reflect any changes in the world.” Once this plan is put into your Rabbi’s mind, they will immediately abandon it and never speak of it again, until the following May. [Joshua Kail]
How rabbis write their High Holy Days sermons Read More »
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Huckabee said the historic US-Israel relationship was built on shared Judeo-Christian values, with the U.S. Founding Fathers inspired by the Jewish People and the Ten Commandments in drafting the Declaration of Independence – and more Americans should appreciate that. (Press Release)
Huckabee cites shared values as reason for deep U.S.-Israel friendship Read More »
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In the summer of 1991, we sold our house and car and made Aliyah with our two young sons. Our sons struggled at first in school but by the following September they were acclimated and had many friends. They were speaking Hebrew ok by then; Michal and I still speak only simple Hebrew, but English is quite common.
We moved from our 1st-year rental in Ra’anana and bought a house in Alfe Menashe, just over the Green Line, the informal border separating Israel from Judea and Samaria – the Jewish homeland. [Steve Kramer].
Our journey from U.S. residents to Israeli citizens Read More »
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“The broader problem is that Americans will be denied the best available healthcare if top young professionals are marginalized and excluded from health programs because of their Jewish background, as we saw a century ago. When a student reports offensive conduct and is then isolated, marginalized, and penalized for speaking up, serious civil rights concerns are raised, as are serious concerns about the future of healthcare in this country. We urge HHS OCR to carefully review these allegations and ensure that all students are able to participate equally in federally funded healthcare programs.” [Press Release]
Brandeis Center lodges civil rights complaint against Boston Medical Center Read More »
Antisemitism, Israel, Jewish History, Press Release, Science, Medicine, & Education, USA
This novel spins a story of Einstein and Chaplin taking the luxury Santa Fe Super Chief from Chicago to Los Angeles, along with fellow historical personages J. Robert Oppenheimer, Charles Lindbergh, Mickey Cohen, Lena Horne, and Fritz Duquesne, a Nazi spy. {Donald H. Harrison}
Novel paints picture of celebrities of the pre-World War II era Read More »
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