Jewish Americans

NYC anti-Israel activists with Hezbollah flags protest against synagogue's Israel real estate event

"Brick by brick, wall by wall, Zionism will fall," masked activists chanted during the protest, according to videos posted by demonstrators.

An anti-Israel protest in New York City. Ilustrative.
US President Donald Trump gestures during a roundtable focused on tax cuts in Las Vegas, Nevada, US, April 16, 2026.

Trump urges US Jews to observe national Sabbath in honor of 250th US anniversary

"L'Chaim!" forum participants after signing the Mayoral JAHM Commitment, in Savannah, Georgia, April 30, 2026

Mayors from across US kick off Jewish American heritage month at Savannah celebration

Eli Savit.

Michigan Democrats nominate Eli Savit, progressive Jewish prosecutor, for state attorney general


Exploring diverse Jewish perspectives through four questions - opinion

To remain hopeful during hard conversations, 20 Jewish Voices explored the Israel-Palestine Conflict at Moishe House's 4HQ Summit.

 JEWS FROM across the US, and even one from Canada, gathered in a beautiful dense forest in Connecticut, in striking contrast to the intense conversations they were having each day, says the writer.

The 2024 DNC: A clear stand against extremism and support for Israel - opinion

The Democratic National Convention last month was more than a showcase of party values; it was a reaffirmation of the Democratic Party’s steadfast support for Israel amid rising extremism.

 Chicago police at March on DNC, Chicago, Illinois, US, August 19, 2024.

On the DNC sidelines, a Jew and a Palestinian from Chicago are leading a daily run for a ceasefire

Two marathoners lead daily runs at the DNC, uniting for peace and a Gaza ceasefire.

 Anan Abu-Taleb. left, and Richard Goldwasser before they start their morning run alongside Lake Michigan, Chicago, Aug. 21, 2024.

With presidential tickets now set, which way are US Jews leaning? - analysis

Harris maintains a narrow lead among Jewish voters, with 52.7% favoring her, compared to 45.9% for Trump.

 DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENTIAL candidate and US Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at an election campaign event in Atlanta, on Tuesday. Looking to end the war in Gaza is understandable, but wanting Hamas to stay in power is not, the writer argues.

In ‘The Singer Sisters,’ a Jewish folk music family makes it big from Greenwich to Lilith Fair

Sarah Seltzer sheds light on her recently published novel, embracing the depth of Jewish American culture with the highlights of 60s rock.

 Author and native New Yorker Sarah Seltzer, left, and the cover of her debut novel "The Singer Sisters."

Kamala Harris's VP? Tim Walz’s record on Israel, Holocaust education and antisemitism

After Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack on Israel, Walz ordered flags in the state to be flown at half-mast, and criticized both the attack and those who chose not to condemn it.

 Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz speaks during a press conference regarding new gun legislation at City Hall in Bloomington, Minnesota, Aug. 1, 2024.

US women's foil squad takes gold in Paris Olympics

Maia Weintraub and Jackie Dubrovich are among an outsized crop of Jewish fencers on the United States’ Paris team.

 Lauren Scruggs, Maia Weintraub and Jackie Dubrovich of Team United States celebrate winning against Italy during the fencing women's foil team gold medal match at the Paris Olympics, Aug. 1, 2024

Meet JD Vance’s Jewish chief of staff, Jacob Reses

Reses is poised for an important role in the next administration, should Trump win, and a chance to put his ideas into action at the highest level of government.

 Jacob Reses, second from the left, accompanies J.D. Vance to a meeting with Senate Republicans at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC. on Nov. 16, 2022.

Trump’s support among Jews surpassing Reagan levels, says philanthropist Harley Lippman

Harley Lippman explores Trump's growing support among Jewish voters and its implications for US-Israel relations.

 PHOTO of Harley Lippman.

American Jews threatening to cut off Israeli haredim who don't draft is a mistake - opinion

American Jews in particular are allergic to injustice, and to them, haredim should not sleep soundly under the blanket of IDF without lifting a finger themselves.

 Police officers in Bnei Brak, Israel use water cannons as haredi Orthodox Jewish men block a main highway to protest efforts to allow the state to draft Haredi yeshiva students into military service, June 2, 2024.