American Jewry

For some Jews, coming to America as a Jewish refugee still isn't enough to count - opinion

Long gone are the Soviet documents that classified my father’s nationality as “Jew.” In America, I found another kind of othering - this time within my own community.

The author's family poses for a portrait in Bayramaly, Turkmenistan, then part of the Soviet Union, in 1983. From left to right, her paternal grandmother, Rachel; her mother’s sister, Fatima, with Radmilla on her lap; her mother, Lyudmila; and her father, Ribi Amnun,
Stephen Sondheim shown in London ahead of the premiere of "Side by Side by Sondheim," a West End musical revue celebrating his catalogue, April 2, 1976.

Stephen Sondheim was unmistakably Jewish, but did he live a ‘Jewish Life?'

Shabbat candles

Sukkot and Shabbat candle lighting times for Israel and US

American Jews [Illustrative]

Israel-US gap widens as more American Jews say gov't policy contributes to antisemitism - poll


Jewish leaders urge Kamala Harris to press Senate candidate El-Sayed on Israel views

In their letter, the coalition acknowledged Harris's record on combating antisemitism, noting that she has consistently stood by the community.

Former U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at the Wiltern Theatre on September 29, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. Harris is in the midst of a 15-city book tour following the release of her new book “107 Days,” recounting her presidential campaign against President Donald Trump.

Jewish radio host says he 'charmed' JD Vance after previous criticism for wavering Israel support

The highly publicized meeting occurred amid Vance’s attempt to make overtures to the Jewish community following a series of controversial remarks about Israel.

Sid Rosenberg is seen during a press conference outside of Columbia University on April 22, 2024 in New York City.

From war to summer camp: Israeli teens find joy, respite, and connection

Through Campers2Gether, more than 700 young Israelis spent the summer forging lasting friendships with Jewish peers at camps across North America

Israeli teens from Campers2Gether at Camp Ben Frankel.

A case pitting Indiana Jews against an abortion ban heads back to court

Indiana was one of several states to pass severe abortion restrictions following the 2022 US Supreme Court ruling overturning its 1972 Roe v. Wade decision guaranteeing the right to an abortion.

Demonstrators associated with Hoosier Jews for Choice gather outside the Monroe County Courthouse on July 31, 2023, before Indiana’s near total abortion ban began.

No. 43: William Daroff: Bringing American Jews to the table

Daroff has become one of the key figures trying to keep the American Jewish community at the same table because of his wide-ranging expertise and experience.

 CEO of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations William Daroff

US Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights says antisemitism in America is 'national crisis'

According to Dhillon, the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division is working to ensure that every American, including Israeli-Americans, can 'live, learn, pray, and work without fear.'

Harmeet K. Dhillon speaks at the IAC National Summit 2026 at The Diplomat Beach Resort on January 17, 2026 in Hollywood, Florida; illustrative

Fake rabbi plants billboards across New York City advertising Christian proselytizing website

The jew.com website is ostensibly an educational resource about Hebrew scriptures. But after a short scroll, it becomes clear that the website is aimed at converting Jews to belief in Jesus.

A billboard advertising the site jews.com.

Vance meets with Temple Israel rabbi on Michigan visit, offers support to community

Meanwhile, several of the state’s Jewish leaders signed a petition pledging to vote for Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed’s GOP opponent.

US Vice President JD Vance speaks at a MAGA Inc. Super PAC event on Aug. 31, 2026, in Sterling Heights, Michigan.

Speakers condemn antisemitism, praise Trump at Republican Jewish Coalition Annual Leadership Summit

The conference was held during the weekend and drew attendees, activists, and officials to strategize ahead of the upcoming midterm elections and address security concerns facing Jews.

Republican Jewish Coalition (RJC) Chairman Jim Jordan.

How Jewish immigrants invented American childhood through classic toys, comics, and media

Virtually every major American toy company at the turn of the 20th century, with a few exceptions, had been founded by first-generation Jews, who invented the material culture of American childhood.

A woman shops for toys at a store in Houston, Texas, on August 24, 2026.