We can hope that President Trump’s Gaza plan will end the war between Israel and Hamas, but who will end the war against the Jews in the rest of the world? [Bruce S. Ticker]
OpEd: In Wake of Gaza War, Jews Outside of Israel Still Exposed to Hatred and Violence Read More »
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In his mayoral campaign, Sliwa has focused on the Jewish community, saying recently that “If you [the Jews] depend strictly on Gentiles, history is replete with instances where you’re going to be horribly disappointed.” What was he referring to? [Mark D. Zimmerman]
Jewish Trivia Quiz: Curtis Sliwa Read More »
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Students are standing taller, leaning into their heritage, and finding strength in one another. Across our campuses, neither Jewish star necklaces nor Israel events are tucked away. They’re worn and celebrated at the heart of campus life. [Karen Parry]
Students at Local Universities Celebrate Judaism, Israel Read More »
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As this historic week begins, I pray that the emerging peace initiative will soon bring about the prompt release of the remaining 48 hostages. [Ted Deutch]
Fate of Hostages Dominant Concern on Oct. 7th Second Anniversary Read More »
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From the Home Depots of LA
To the streets of Portland OR;
Forget about foreign threats.
We have launched a civil war. … [Laurie Baron]
Satire: The ICE and National Guard Hymn Read More »
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All the puppies were from the same large litter, but they were a varied bunch. Some were all black, some all white, one was cream colored, and a few were black and white with sheepdog traits. The all-white runt of the litter was a favorite as it was very calm and sweet. [Mimi Pollack]
Mimi’s Ark: Healing with Puppies at Puppy Yoga Read More »
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In this work of fiction, physicist Albert Einstein and movie star Charlie Chaplin work together to thwart an American Nazi plan to murder prominent Jews in the film industry and to touch off an American civil war. [Donald H. Harrison]
‘Midnight Burning’ Pairs Charlie Chaplin and Albert Einstein in Battle Against Nazis Read More »
Donald H. Harrison, International, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & Broadcast, USASubsequently, I learned that a group of anti-Israel activists held a demonstration in front of the Miami Beach Holocaust memorial. What does the Holocaust Memorial have to do with Israel’s conflict with the so-called Palestinians? [Bruce S. Ticker]
Anti-Israel Protesters Prove Themselves Antisemites Read More »
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Major Jewish organizations reacted positively to the Gaza peace plan announced Monday by U.S. President Donald Trump and Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu [SDJW Staff Roundup]
Positive First Reactions to Trump-Netanyahu Gaza Peace Plan Read More »
Israel, Middle East, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
Cohn spent nearly four decades covering sports for the San Francisco Chronicle and Santa Rosa Press Democrat and his columns were notable for his fearlessness in going after anyone – team owners, coaches and players. In 2022 he was inducted into the Northern California Jewish Sports Hall of Fame. [Bruce Lowitt]
Covering Sports with a Brooklyn Attitude Read More »
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In 2022, Jimmy Kimmel presented a sketch calling out Kanye West for his antisemitic comments. The sketch presented a “cure” for antisemitism. What was that cure? [Mark D. Zimmerman]
Jewish Trivia Quiz: Jimmy Kimmel Read More »
Antisemitism, Jewish Celebrities, Mark D. Zimmerman, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & Broadcast, USA
“As President Trump prepares to welcome Prime Minister Netanyahu to the White House for the fourth time in the last 10 months, we urge the President to finally reach agreement to end the war in Gaza, end the suffering and bring the hostages held by Hamas home. …” [Press Release]
Top Senate Democrats Issue Statement Prior to Trump-Netanyahu Meeting Read More »
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She served on the boards of the Bureau of Jewish Education, the San Fernando Valley Alliance, Kadima Hebrew Academy, the University of Judaism, the West Valley JCC, and the Catholic-Jewish Women’s Conference. She was also the publisher of the Western States Jewish History Journal. [Rabbi David Vorspan]
Gladys Sturman, Jewish Activist & Western States Jewish History Publisher Read More »
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The UN session, an annual occurrence, coincided this year with the observance of Rosh Hashanah, limiting available time for encounters. Despite the challenge, WJC secured a series of critical meetings — including with French President Emmanuel Macron, who joined WJC President Ronald S. Lauder to share apples and honey in honor of the Jewish New Year. [Press Release]