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Jonathan S. Tobin is editor-in-chief of the Jewish News Syndicate, a senior contributor for The Federalist, a columnist for Newsweek and a contributor to many other publications. He covers the American political scene, foreign policy, the U.S.-Israel relationship, Middle East diplomacy, the Jewish world and the arts. He hosts the JNS “Think Twice” podcast, both the weekly video program and the “Jonathan Tobin Daily” program, which are available on all major audio platforms and YouTube. Previously, he was executive editor, then senior online editor and chief political blogger, for Commentary magazine. Before that, he was editor-in-chief of The Jewish Exponent in Philadelphia and editor of the Connecticut Jewish Ledger. He has won more than 60 awards for commentary, art criticism and other writing. He appears regularly on television, commenting on politics and foreign policy. Born in New York City, he studied history at Columbia University.

“Think Twice” with Jonathan Tobin and guest Frank Gaffney, Ep. 204
If Jewish houses of worship are now as controversial as abortion clinics, then antisemitism has reached a tipping point that requires a stronger response than mere buffer zones.
Liberals are angrier about the way President Trump discusses problematic policies than the scandals and security threats that illegals and Islamists pose to Americans.
“Think Twice” with Jonathan Tobin and guest Josh Hammer, Ep. 203
There are reasons to oppose the push to pardon Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that originated with President Donald Trump. But his farcical trial should still end.
JNS is the news outlet you can rely on to counteract the lies that are fueling a surge of antisemitism.
The blood libels against Israel keep being repeated, even as evidence that the charges of genocide and starvation were untrue continues to pile up.
“Think Twice” with Jonathan Tobin and guest Benjamin Kerstein, Ep. 202
The Trump administration’s move toward designating the Islamist group as terrorists is long overdue. But it makes no sense to treat the Brotherhood’s sponsor as an ally.
Some leaders think they must make nice with the mayor-elect. But how can you work with a hostile mayor who openly sympathizes with those attacking Jewish houses of worship?
Tucker Carlson, Nick Fuentes and their enablers aren’t really arguing about foreign policy or “gatekeeping.” Their focus is on splitting Jews from their Christian allies.
“Think Twice” with Jonathan Tobin and guest Donna Robinson Divine, Ep. 201