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The Focus Project

The Focus Project is a consensus initiative of major American Jewish organizations that provides crucial news, talking points and background content about issues affecting Israel and the Jewish people, including antisemitism, anti-Zionism and relevant events in the Middle East. Click here to receive weekly talking points from The Focus Project.
Map of Africa. Credit: Pexels/Nothing Ahead.
The Wire
Israel’s humanitarian support saves and improves lives in Africa
The country’s engagement took off in the 1960s, when the Jewish nation began to provide technical assistance, particularly in agriculture, water management and health care.
Sep. 1, 2023
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Social-media app icons on a smartphone screen. Credit: Thomas Ulrich/Pixabay.
The Wire
Hatred amplifies as social-media platforms fail to enforce community guidelines
Right-wing extremist rhetoric continues to reach receptive Americans.
Aug. 25, 2023
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Human Rights and Alliance of Civilizations Room at the Palace of Nations in Geneva, the meeting room of the U.N. Human Rights Council. Credit: Ludovic Courtès via Wikimedia Commons.
The Wire
Double standards: Israel singled out for blame
The principle of equal treatment underscores the value of creating a level playing field for all countries.
Aug. 18, 2023
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The Wire
Back to school: Increasing challenges faced by Jews on growing number of campuses
The sharp escalation of attacks against Jews on campus, as well as their allies, continues to sound alarms across the country.
Aug. 11, 2023
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Camp Tel Yehudah on the Pennsylvania-New York border, the official national teen leadership camp of Young Judaea, is celebrating its 75th year in 2023. Credit: Camp Tel Yehudah.
The Wire
Summer camps create a place for friendship or a breeding ground for hate
It is essential to support and promote initiatives that prioritize inclusivity, peace and coexistence—fostering a brighter future for all.
Aug. 4, 2023
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Israeli Supreme Court building in Jerusalem. Credit: Israel Tourism via Wikimedia Commons.
The Wire
Challenges for Israeli democracy: Navigating reforms and embracing unity
It is crucial to promote an inclusive society that ensures all voices are heard.
Jul. 28, 2023
The Focus Project
Israeli President Isaac Herzog addresses a joint session of Congress in Washington, July 19, 2023. Source: Screenshot/C-SPAN.
The Wire
US-Israel alliance reaffirmed with Israeli president’s address to Congress
Isaac Herzog’s visit to America highlights the importance of this mutually beneficial partnership.
Jul. 21, 2023
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Israeli soldiers in Jenin as part of a counter-terrorism operation, July 3, 2023. Credit: Israel Defense Forces.
The Wire
Misleading news narratives drive false perceptions of Palestinian terror threat and IDF motive for Jenin operation
Exposure to a single narrative leads to biases and incomplete conclusions that fail to capture the full picture.
Jul. 14, 2023
The Focus Project
The American flag. Credit: Wikimedia Commons.
The Wire
July 4: How America’s Jews helped build our nation
They believed they had a shared responsibility in building and protecting a country in its infancy.
Jul. 7, 2023
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