Free speech, antisemitism and the fight for America’s campuses The response to rising hatred on campus must be rooted in liberal values such as open expression, equal protection and the rule of law. David E. Bernstein and David L. Bernstein July 8, 2025
Despite the surge of antisemitism, America is worth fighting for There are reasons for pessimism about the future of Jewish life in the United States. But American exceptionalism is real, and can and must be preserved. Jonathan S. Tobin July 3, 2025
Hollywood outlier: American actor Elliott Gould focuses the camera on real life His legacy is one of defiance, depth and a deeply Jewish moral clarity. Rochel Grosz July 1, 2025
Lessons from America’s first Jews As we celebrate our nation’s 249th year, I can’t help but wonder what America’s early Jews could teach us about resilience and healing. Jan Lee June 29, 2025
‘Time to smell the kosher turkey bacon’ The nomination of Zohran Mamdani, a known anti-Zionist, as the Democratic candidate for mayor of New York City best exemplifies the underlying political avalanche about to hit the Jewish community. Andrew D. Lappin June 28, 2025
California budget agreement to allocate $14.5m for Holocaust survivor assistance The Jewish Public Affairs Committee of California called the one-year allocation an “unprecedented investment.” Aaron Bandler June 27, 2025
The only thing that matters is Jewish survival That doesn’t mean we stop caring about other causes. It does mean we stop sacrificing ourselves at the altar of movements that see us as expendable. Steve Rosenberg June 27, 2025
Ownership as a Jewish value: A call to reinvest in our communal future Jewish camps, JCCs, day schools and synagogues aren’t just legacy organizations. They are platforms for ownership. Michael Schlank June 27, 2025
American Jews owe President Donald Trump a thank you In a decisive move against Iran and actions long before that, he has shown what a real guardian of the Jewish people looks like. Nachama Soloveichik June 26, 2025