San Diego County

OpEd: Take the Time for Self-Care Amid the Antisemitic Hate

By Barrett Holman Leak SAN DIEGO — Jewish students at UCLA are physically blocked from attending classes by Palestinian activists. Jewish students at SDSU must be escorted to and from classes in the face of antisemitic chants and threats. Palestinian protesters on American campuses burn the American flag and hoist the Palestinian flag over U.S. […]

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Antisemitism, Barrett Holman Leak, Israel, Lifestyles, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA

SDSU Students Stage Walk Out Demanding Divestment from Israel

Regarding Tuesday’s walkout, SDSU said in a statement, “As a public university, and as aligned with our institutional values, San Diego State University must allow for constitutionally protected free speech and an individual’s right to acts of peaceful protest….” [Elizabeth Ireland, Times of San Diego]

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Israel, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, USA

Embracing Living & Grieving

We made a huddle with Angela, wrapped our arms around each other, and sang a melodic healing prayer. At one point, I glanced up at Angela, and saw her intently listening, with an angelic smile on her face. Though she knew (we did not) that her cancer had metastasized, there was not a hint of fear or sorrow on her face. She appeared to be fully taking in every second of her life. When the prayer was over, we stayed in our huddle and silently swayed. None of us wanted to let go. [Shayna Kaufmann]

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International, Lifestyles, San Diego County, Shayna Kaufmann, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Travel and Food, USA

LFJCC to Present Poems of Yiddish and Hebrew Poets on May 7

Jewish Poets of the Past will feature Yiddish Poet Abraham Sutzkever and Israeli Poet Dahlia Ravikovitch, both recipients of the Israel Prize, that country’s most prestigious award.  The program will be held in the Astor Judaica Library of the Lawrence Family JCC at 7 p.m.,  Tuesday May 7. [Eileen Wingard]

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Books, Poetry & Short Stories, Eileen Wingard, Holocaust, International, Israel, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors

A Word from Your Federation: How Your Support Impacts Local Security Efforts & Relief in Sha’ar HaNegev

In these challenging times, it is imperative that we stand together, ensuring the safety of our Jewish institutions and supporting Jews in need – both locally and across the globe. Today, I bring you updates on two major initiatives that have been fueled by San Diego’s generosity and philanthropic spirit: enhancing community security and supporting relief efforts in our Israeli sister region, Sha’ar HaNegev. [Heidi Gantwerk]

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Antisemitism, Heidi Gantwerk, Israel, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors

‘Sense of Decency’ Doesn’t Deliver on Playwright’s Intentions

By Eva Trieger SOLANA BEACH, California — A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to interview screenplay writer and codirector, Jake Broder, about his world premiere show, Sense of Decency, at the North Coast Rep. After our chat I was very eager to see the show on stage and discover for myself how the

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Eva Trieger, Holocaust, International, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA

A 12-Step Process for Making Candles at Home

Being frustrated with the quality and price of mosquito candles, Sandy decided to make one herself. Sandy successfully made a citronella candle that impressed her sister-in-law when she came for a visit. Naturally, Sandy’s sister-in-law requested that Sandy make her one. When her sister-in-law took the candle back home, her friends saw the candle and asked to put an order in with Sandy. [Miriam Gershenson]

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Lifestyles, Miriam Gershenson, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors

Seders With Prayers for Hostages and Thoughts about Campus Safety

If you are interested in showing up to support Jewish college students at UCSD during the upcoming “Peace in Israel” week, our partner Hillel of San Diego asks that you participate in their webinar, “So You Want to Support Students,” on Wednesday, May 1 at 7:30 p.m. Register here. {Heidi Gantwerk]

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Antisemitism, Heidi Gantwerk, Israel, Jewish Religion, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA

OpEd: Sara Jacobs, Please Explain Your Political Philosophy and Mideast Outlook

I have asked Lauren McIlvaine, the press secretary in Rep. Sara Jacobs’ Capitol office, for an explanation from the congresswoman about her voting record, specifically about what her guiding principles may be as she considers legislation affecting Israel and the Middle East. [Donald H. Harrison]

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Antisemitism, Donald H. Harrison, Israel, News Media, Opinion, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA

OpEd: Is Rep. Sara Jacobs a Friend or Foe of Israel?

Jacobs voted Saturday, April 20, in favor of funding for a $95 billion package incorporating aid for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan, but her explanation why she cast that vote prompted a backlash from supporters of Israel. [Donald H. Harrison]

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Antisemitism, Donald H. Harrison, International, Israel, Middle East, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA