Israel’s President Isaac Herzog answers questions from StandWithUs
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40 North Americans immigrate to Israel despite war with Iran
“The continuous immigration of Jews choosing to come to Israel, even under rocket fire and despite the many challenges, is a powerful source of strength for the State of Israel,” said Ofir Sofer, Minister of Aliyah and Integration. [Press Release]
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International, Israel, Press Release, Travel and Food, USAActs of brazen antisemitism proliferate in North America, Europe
Across the pond, hoodlums globalized the intifada when they set fire before 1:45 a.m. Monday to four ambulances operated by the nonprofit service Hatzola parked outside a synagogue in Golders Green, the largest Jewish community in London. [Bruce S. Ticker]
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Antisemitism, Bruce Ticker, International, Jewish History, Jewish Religion, News Media, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USASatire: ICE issues handbook for agents supplementing TSA at airports
The ICE Handbook for the TSA Mission: When stationed at an airport, remember TSA stands for tackling suspicious aliens… [Laurie Baron]
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International, Lawrence Baron, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Trivia, Humor & Satire, USAInaugural podcast spotlights JNF-USA’s Russell Robinson
On the first-ever episode of the Mitzvah Expo Podcast, a new platform dedicated to highlighting the nonprofits and initiatives strengthening Jewish life, Jewish National Fund-USA Chief Executive Officer Russell F. Robinson discussed how his organization is creating a vibrant future for the land and people of Israel. [Rabbi Cantor Linda Bernstein]
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Israel, Jewish History, Jewish Religion, News Media, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, Press Release, Theatre, Film & Broadcast, USAOpinion: San Diego adopts antisemitism definition that’s needed more than ever
With its vote, the council sent a clear, unequivocal message that it understands the threat antisemitism poses not just to Jews, but to all San Diegans. [Sara E. Brown, Times of San Diego]
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Antisemitism, Holocaust, Israel, Jewish History, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USAFIDF arranges post-Shiva aid to families of Israel’s fallen soldiers
As Passover approaches, 118 bereaved families of Israel’s fallen soldiers are receiving critical financial support through Friends of the Israel Defense Forces’ (FIDF) After the Shiva program. [Press Release]
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Israel, Jewish Religion, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, Press Release, USAB’nai B’rith representatives meet with diplomats at U.N.’s European venues
A B’nai B’rith International leadership delegation has conducted a marathon of meetings with ambassadors in Geneva and Paris to advocate for the Jewish people. {Press Release}
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International, Israel, USAThe case for pro-Israel Democrats
If a Democrat supports Israel’s future as a Jewish and democratic state and supports the U.S.-Israel security relationship, but may oppose specific arms sales to send a message of disapproval to the Israeli government, are they enemies of Israel or the Jewish people? No! [Halie Soifer]
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Israel, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USAJewish funders salute scholarship of the Dinah Project
The Dinah Project’s book compiles survivor testimonies, forensic evidence, and legal analysis to establish a clear record of gender-based atrocities committed during the October 7 attacks. It also situates these crimes within the broader context of conflict-related sexual violence, drawing parallels to cases in Rwanda, Bosnia, Ukraine, and among Yazidi communities. [Jacob Kamaras]
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Books, Poetry & Short Stories, International, Israel, Jacob Kamaras, Jewish History, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USAU.S. Rep. Sara Jacobs: ‘We need to end this reckless war now’
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]
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Middle East, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USAStandWithUs condemns effort to gut legislation protecting against antisemitism in schools
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]
Jewish history contest announced for 11th and 12th graders
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]
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Antisemitism, California, Jewish History, Press Release, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, Sports & Competitions, USAMayor Mamdani’s dad participated in a teach-in at an illegal Columbia encampment
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}
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