Diaspora

 A counter protester waves an Israeli flag as students rally on Columbia University campus.

Top Christian universities condemn campus antisemitism and pledge safe haven for Jewish students

Two major Christian universities condemned campus antisemitism and promised safety for Jewish students, condemning hate and violence on campuses.

Why is Judaism so unique from all other religions?

We are not simply a religion, and certainly not one understood through the Christian idea of the word.  We are a people. We are indigenous to the Land of Israel.

 (L-R): Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, US President Joe Biden; Israel's 'Wing of Zion' aircraft

American Jews hope Benjamin Netanyahu’s DC visit boosts bipartisan support for Israel

“While some see Netanyahu as a polarizing figure, this is an opportunity that he could seize."

Jewish Boy Scouts save life with CPR on flight home from New Mexico

Two Jewish Boy Scouts and their adult advisors saved a man’s life with CPR on a flight home from New Mexico.

By JACKIE HAJDENBERG/JTA
23/07/2024

Jewish governors Shapiro and Pritzker eyed as Kamala Harris's running mate

After President Biden's campaign ended, Democrats are considering Jewish governors Josh Shapiro and JB Pritzker as potential running mates for Kamala Harris.

By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA , RON KAMPEAS/JTA
23/07/2024

Terrorist guide taught in Toronto by PFLP-tied group

A Toronto seminar by Samidoun highlights the PFLP’s strategy for dismantling Israel, sparking controversy and protests. The PFLP is designated a terrorist organization in Canada.

Touro president: These are three reasons that antisemitism spread on campus

Most "disasters," like airplane crashes or the one unfolding at US universities and colleges, are multifactorial, Kadish explained. One such factor was a "false illusion" that antisemitism was gone. 

Chicago passes ordinance against antisemitic and hateful flyers

Chicago's ordinance on unlawful threatening objects was amended to prohibit leaving hateful or threatening material intended or likely to intimidate, emotionally abuse, threaten, or slander a person.

Come what may, and despite all odds, Israel is home for the Jewish people

A poll by the Jewish People Policy found that almost a quarter of Jewish Israelis, if they had the practical means, would emigrate from Israel, shining light on the challenges of living in Israel.

  An illustrative image reflecting how the events in Israel impacted Jewish education.

How has Jewish education in the Diaspora been affected since October 7?

The role that Israel plays in Jewish life in the Diaspora has taken on a new significance, with the Hamas attacks and the Swords of Iron War, coupled with the rapid spread of global antisemitism.

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