In a society where army service forges a common Israeli identity and shared destiny, this divide breeds resentment, deepens polarization, and—most tragically—brings chillul Hashem. [Rabbi Dr. Michael Leo Samuel]
Parshiot Matot-Masei: Fist, fellowship, and frailty of unity Read More »
Israel, Jewish Religion, Michael Leo Samuel-Rabbi, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors
Eighty-five years ago, on July 10, 1941, more than 300 men, women, and children were burned alive in a barn in the Polish town of Jedwabne. As confirmed by Poland’s own Institute of National Remembrance, this horrific crime was carried out by the victims’ Polish neighbors, incited by the occupying Nazi German forces. [Press Release]
85th anniversary of Poles burning Jews alive commemorated Read More »
Antisemitism, Holocaust, International, Israel, Jewish History, Jewish Religion, Obituaries & memorials, Press Release
We were stuck in Athens due to the war and very limited flights to Israel, only returning only after 10 days. Since then we’ve limited ourselves to mini-vacations: Tel Aviv, Herzliya Pituach, and Jerusalem. [Steve Kramer]
Traveling domestically in Israel Read More »
Antisemitism, Israel, Jewish History, Jewish Religion, Sports & Competitions, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Steve Kramer, Travel and Food
The states covered are Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. Texas runs 72 pages; Wyoming a mere 4. California, divided into southern, central, and northern sections, runs over 40 pages with the City of San Diego allocated portions of 5 pages. (Donald H. Harrison)
Historic Jewish places dot North America Read More »
Books, Poetry & Short Stories, California, Donald H. Harrison, Jewish History, Jewish Religion, Obituaries & memorials, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
SACRAMENTO, California (Press Release) — Jewish California, the nation’s largest statewide coalition of Jewish organizations, announced that California’s final three-party budget deal – passed by the Assembly and Senate, and signed by the Governor – includes six priorities Jewish California fought for this year – totaling $363 million. Together, these investments strengthen the safety, dignity,
Newsom’s signed budget includes 6 priorities of Jewish California Read More »
Antisemitism, California, Holocaust, Jewish History, Jewish Religion, Press Release
Bernstein joins B’nai B’rith after serving as the inaugural vice president of Community Relations at the Jewish Federations of North America. A respected leader in Jewish communal service, his career is defined by success in strategic planning, public affairs and philanthropic growth. He previously served as the first CEO and national director of Community Security Service (CSS), where he significantly expanded the organization’s national footprint and formalized volunteer security training protocols. (Press Release
Evan Bernstein to take reins of B’nai B’rith International Read More »
Antisemitism, Israel, Jewish History, Press Release, USA
Lesley’s impact on Beth Israel is immeasurable. She has guided our congregation through periods of growth and change with professionalism, compassion, and deep devotion to our mission and values. Whether supporting our clergy, staff, lay leaders, congregants, or the many families who call Beth Israel home, Lesley has consistently led with heart, integrity, and a profound love for this community. Few individuals have shaped Beth Israel as greatly as Lesley, and her legacy will continue to be felt for generations to come. {Rabbi Jason Nevarez and Robyn Spiegel]
Lesley Mills to retire next year as executive director of CBI Read More »
Jewish Religion, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors
Graham Platner’s world collapsed at 6:30 Monday night once CNN host Jake Tapper heard Platner’s former girlfriend, Jenny Racicot, accuse the Maine U.S. Senate candidate of raping her five years his current run to oust five-term Republican U.S. Sen. Susan Collins. (Bruce S. Ticker)
The Graham Platner implosion Read More »
Antisemitism, Bruce Ticker, Israel, Jewish History, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
Progress in what we build is not necessarily progress in who we become. We can become more connected while feeling increasingly isolated. More informed while becoming less wise. More productive while losing sight of what truly matters. [Michael R. Mantell, Ph.D.]
Parshiot Matos-Masei: Becoming before arriving Read More »
Jewish Religion, Michael Mantell, Staff and Bylined Contributors
The number three is often used in the Bible. Jewish tradition is built on three founding fathers: Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Christianity is centered on God existing in three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. [Rabbi Dr. Israel Drazin]
Abraham and the ubiquitous number 3 Read More »
Israel Drazin-Rabbi Dr., Jewish Religion, Staff and Bylined Contributors
San Diego Jews of Color (JoC) will convene Jews of African, Asian, Indigenous, Latin, Mizrahi, and Sephardic descent will gather at 1 p.m. Sunday, July 12, at the Lawrence Family JCC for an afternoon of rich storytelling, deep connection, and historic revelation. [Cailin Acosta]
Jews of Color to convene meeting exploring history of disparate groups Read More »
Cailin Acosta, International, Jewish History, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
When bias becomes embedded in professional training, it can shape how future clinicians understand Jewish identity, recognize antisemitism, and respond to the experiences of Jewish patients seeking care. (Press Release)
Antisemitism spreads through university psychology programs Read More »
Israel, Jewish History, Press Release, Science, Medicine, & Education, USA
For years, the California State Nonprofit Security Grant Program has been funded one budget cycle at a time. The program began 10 years ago, and each year since Jewish California returned to Sacramento to make the case all over again. [David Bocarsly]
Before World War I, Haber devised a method for synthesizing ammonia from hydrogen and atmospheric air under high pressure. By oxidizing the ammonia obtained from the air, nitric acid, fertilizers, and explosives were produced. For this invention, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1918. [Alex Gordon]
Albert Einstein and Fritz Haber: Friends despite differences Read More »
Alex Gordon, Jewish History, Science, Medicine, & Education, Staff and Bylined Contributors