America

The billion-dollar business of being Jewish - opinion

Jewish philanthropy must stop confusing money raised, conferences held, and social-media reach with meaningful impact on Jewish life.

 From left: Isracard deputy CEO Eyal Ben-Haim, President Isaac Herzog, Michal Herzog and JFNA senior vice president Becky Caspi at the President’s Residence in Jerusalem, October 29, 2026.
US Vice President JD Vance speaks at a campaign rally at Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport in Swanton, Ohio, November 2, 2026.

Israel must not become the scapegoat for America’s political failures - opinion

US President Donald Trump seen in the Oval Office in the White House in Washington, DC, US, January 14, 2026

Trump's next two years could reshape the Middle East and strengthen Israel - opinion

US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hold a press conference after meeting at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida, US, December 29, 2025.

Netanyahu must explain why Israel is giving up $4b. in US military aid - opinion


Trump’s friendship with Erdogan ignores Turkey’s hosting of Hamas - opinion

Maybe Trump is enamored by the flattery that he’s received from Erdogan, who knows just how important it is for the American president to hear how wonderful his efforts are in trying to broker peace.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan welcomes US President Donald Trump at Ankara Airport, who is paying an official visit to Turkey ahead of the 36th NATO Heads of State and Government Summit in Ankara, Turkey, on July 7, 2026.

Baseball in Israel gets a boost from Jerusalem’s passionate baseball mom

A Christian woman brings her love of God and baseball to Jerusalem, growing the great American game in the Holy Land.

Callie Mitchell at her Jerusalem home wearing a Baltimore Oriole’s shirt –  one of the teams her father, Jerry Narron, coached.

‘Which homeland?’ American Jews do not have to choose between Israel and US - opinion

For Israelis, America’s 250th anniversary may seem like a distant national commemoration. Yet America’s ideals, influence, and relationship with Israel have profoundly shaped modern Jewish history.

 COMBINED US-ISRAEL flag on the Lebanon border, March 30.

Netanyahu is the target of so much international criticism - opinion

The focus on Netanyahu reflects a deeper debate over Israel’s security, territorial strategy and willingness to withstand international pressure.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attends a Likud election campaign event ahead of the upcoming general elections, in Tel Aviv, September 17, 2026.

Brad Sherman, CNN polls, and why Israel has to look after itself - opinion

Sherman is worried about Israel’s image, about what the CNN polling numbers mean for the US military aid and the weapons access Israel gains, and the diplomatic support Israel relies on.

 U.S. Representative Brad Sherman (D-CA) speaks during an event with Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen and members of the Taiwanese community, in Los Angeles, California, U.S., in this handout picture released on April 6, 2023.

Israel’s election should be decided by Israelis, not American politicians - opinion

When Israelis enter the voting booth, they will have plenty to consider: security, the economy, religion and state, the judicial system, the conduct of the war, and the failures of October 7.

Voters casting ballots in Israel's 25th Knesset election

'UNAI': It is time to rename the UN to United Nations Against Israel - opinion

The UN struggles to unite on global crises, yet repeatedly finds common ground when it comes to condemning Israel.

 UNITED NATIONS headquarters in New York City.

Israel and the West must stop trying to reform the UN and build something new instead - opinion

The UN has become like the failed collectivist experiments of the 20th century – the huge old Soviet state enterprises and gargantuan Chinese communist industries

 PRO-PALESTINIAN SUPPORTERS demonstrate outside the World Conference Against Racism in Durban, South Africa, in 2001.

In Memoriam: Mourning the death of Sunkist Fruit Gems - opinion

For years, Sunkist Fruit Gems have been the candy thrown at b’nai mitzvah celebrations across American synagogues. Now that the candy is discontinued, communities are searching for replacements.

Sunkist Fruit Gems, the popular kosher candy known for being thrown during b’nai mitzvah services and produced in Northern California, are being discontinued.

Trump, Netanyahu’s refusal to accept responsibility threatens democracy - opinion

With elections approaching, Trump and Netanyahu’s rejection of accountability puts democratic checks and balances under scrutiny.

US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hold a press conference after meeting at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida, US, December 29, 2025.