Israel honors all victims of antisemitism The government has decided to memorialize Diaspora Jews who have been murdered in antisemitic attacks around the world. Jay Ruderman July 17, 2023
Jewish cuisine as a force to connect Israelis and American Jewry The “Jewish Foodie” initiative offers a relatable way for the two largest Jewish communities to transcend the stereotypes and interact in an unfiltered manner. Jay Ruderman Sept. 15, 2022
Why anti-Zionism and anti-Semitism are inextricably linked Communal and world leaders need to advocate for schools to actively teach about this complex phenomenon and what constitutes it. Jay Ruderman Sept. 30, 2021
Jewish American Heritage Month: Understanding the ‘relationship triangle’ Charting a better course in Israel-American Jewry ties requires a paradigm shift—not as a bilateral relationship, but as one between Israel, the U.S. government and the American Jewish community. Jay Ruderman May 24, 2021
At the pinnacle of division, an opportunity for Jewish unity Members of the U.S. Jewish community can own their personal passions—and take pride in the ongoing and outsized role that Jews play in the American political process—while simultaneously committing to principles of civil dialogue and mutual respect. Jay Ruderman Nov. 10, 2020
Recognizing a righteous sacrifice For American Jews who served in the U.S. military during World War II, it wasn’t merely about fulfilling their duty; it was also about fighting for something bigger than themselves. Jay Ruderman April 14, 2020