USA

San Diego Will Send Delegation to JNF-USA’s Global Conference in Dallas

The annual multi-day spectacular event, best known for showcasing the pride and beauty of Zionism, providing attendees with practical tools to be proactive rather than reactive when it comes to antisemitism, and sharing first-hand accounts about the realities on the ground in Israel, will take place November 14-17, 2024, in Dallas, Texas. [Press Release]

San Diego Will Send Delegation to JNF-USA’s Global Conference in Dallas Read More »

Antisemitism, International, Israel, Press Release, San Diego County, USA

OpEd: Value of Israeli Professors on U.S. College Campuses

Since October, some of these objections to the academic study of Israel have escalated to soft boycotts sometimes led by professors in important departments related to the study of modern Israel and to current events. At the same time, students across the board have expressed increased desire to learn about Israel and the region. Registration in Israel-related courses, including courses taught by MGSDII professors is at its highest levels ever. [Susan Lapidus]

OpEd: Value of Israeli Professors on U.S. College Campuses Read More »

Ben Dishman, Israel, Opinion, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA

OpEd: Pro-Hamas Legislators Not Taken Seriously on Domestic Issues

Bowman’s credibility, along with his colleagues, is severely damaged by their fact-free accusations of Israel, which in turn makes it difficult for any reasonable person to take them seriously. If they put forward bills to improve life for vulnerable Americans, the proposed legislation stands less chance of success because of their pariah status. [Bruce S. Ticker]

OpEd: Pro-Hamas Legislators Not Taken Seriously on Domestic Issues Read More »

Antisemitism, Bruce Ticker, Israel, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA

Busy July at the Congregations and Other Jewish Venues

July will be a busy month at various Jewish congregations around the county.  Other Jewish venues will also be busy with programming.  Here’s lookahead. [Cailin Acosta]

Busy July at the Congregations and Other Jewish Venues Read More »

Cailin Acosta, Holocaust, International, Jewish History, Jewish Religion, Lifestyles, Obituaries & memorials, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, Sports & Competitions, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & Broadcast, USA

A Proposal to Memorialize the Men Behind ‘Take Me Out to the Ball Game’

The music of Take Me Out To The Ball Game was written by Albert Von Tilzen, a Jewish man from Indianapolis. The lyrics were written by his Christian friend, Jack Norworth.  [Jerry Klinger]

A Proposal to Memorialize the Men Behind ‘Take Me Out to the Ball Game’ Read More »

Jerry Klinger, Jewish History, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, Sports & Competitions, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA

ADL Will Explain on Zoom Its Federal Lawsuit against Iran, Syria, and North Korea

As co-counsel on behalf of more than 100 plaintiffs, the national office of ADL filed on Monday a U.S. federal lawsuit against Iran, Syria and North Korea to hold them responsible for their role in the largest antisemitic attack since the Holocaust. [Fabienne Perlov]

ADL Will Explain on Zoom Its Federal Lawsuit against Iran, Syria, and North Korea Read More »

International, Israel, Middle East, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA

SDJA Students Return from Tours of Poland, Israel

“Being here and seeing how many people are affected by Yom HaZikaron, how everyone knows someone who is fighting or has fought in the Israeli Defense Forces themselves…to see then how that commitment translates to a passion for the country on Yom Ha’atzmaut was really special.” [Press Release]

SDJA Students Return from Tours of Poland, Israel Read More »

Antisemitism, Holocaust, International, Israel, Jewish History, Press Release, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, Travel and Food, USA

‘Dog Days of Summer’ About the Heavens, Not About Pooches

Are we in the “dog days of summer?” According to History.com, the phrase has nothing to do with dogs barking or panting in the oppressive heat. It referred to the ancient civilizations that tracked the seasons by looking at the sky. [Cailin Acosta]

‘Dog Days of Summer’ About the Heavens, Not About Pooches Read More »

Cailin Acosta, Israel, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Travel and Food, Trivia, Humor & Satire, USA

OpEd: Pro-Israel Volunteers Needed to Counter Paid Pro-Hamas Students

Since when do college kids want to sit through hours of boring meetings? Then I found out, they get paid for their “activism.” Amnesty International is one such employer as this advertisement posted in Seattle, Washington, demonstrates. [Miriam Gershenson]

OpEd: Pro-Israel Volunteers Needed to Counter Paid Pro-Hamas Students Read More »

Antisemitism, Israel, Miriam Gershenson, Opinion, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA