American Jews
These American teens ranked high in Israel’s Bible Quiz, in strongest US showing in 50 years
The International Bible Quiz is a centerpiece of Israel’s Independence Day festivities that was founded by the first prime minister, David Ben-Gurion.
American Jewry is facing a shortage of rabbis – what can fix it? - opinion
Support for Iran war among US Jews has eroded since operations began, JPPI survey shows
Promoting Diaspora aliyah will never succeed through anger - opinion
'Every day since then has been horrendous': Rob Reiner's son Jake opens up about coping with loss
Jake opened up about how much he misses his father, director of films such as The Princess Bride, This is Spinal Tap, and When Harry Met Sally, and his mother, photographer, activist, and producer.
Israel must stop pretending bond with US is 'unbreakable' before it's too late - opinion
Israeli leaders need an AIPAC-style group to explain to them how Washington thinks and operates.
Israel must welcome all Jews, not only those who fit a narrow mold - opinion
Calls for aliyah must inspire all Jews, not just select groups, and reflect a broad, inclusive Zionist vision rooted in dignity and shared purpose.
Internal Israeli debate and the costs to Diaspora Jewry - opinion
Israel, like all sovereign states, acts in self-defense. The exercise of that force has generated, in some cases, backlash against Jewish communities far beyond Israel’s borders.
School board president from New York faces calls to resign over daughter's antisemitic remarks
Flyers advertising an “IsraelFest” event to celebrate Israel’s 78th Independence Day at Scarsdale High School were found in a boys’ bathroom urinal.
Michigan Democrats nominate Eli Savit, progressive Jewish prosecutor, for state attorney general
Eli Savit beat out another county prosecutor for the chance to succeed Dana Nessel, the state’s current AG, who is also a Jewish Democrat.
Answering the call: The overlooked Jewish role in America’s revolution - opinion
Jewish merchants, artisans, and professionals rallied behind the revolutionary effort, providing supplies, raising funds, and joining local militias.
American Jews and responsibility for Israel - opinion
When American Jews openly stand with the Jewish state, does that make them legitimate targets for blame over Israel’s policies?
Most American Jews oppose AIPAC spending in Democratic primaries, survey finds
The survey comes as AIPAC has faced heightened scrutiny for pouring millions of dollars into Democratic primary races in New Jersey and Illinois in recent months.
United against hate: Why Black and Jewish communities in America must stand together
Today, amid a terrifying global resurgence of antisemitism and racism, the memory of the world-changing cooperation between Black and Jewish activists is dangerously fading.