Jews in America

The Democratic Party’s war on Jews - opinion

The Democratic Party is increasingly being shaped by a movement that does not merely oppose a policy or a prime minister. It treats the Jewish state itself as a moral stain.

US Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani hold up hands as they attend the Get Out the Vote rally in Brooklyn, New York, US, June 18, 2026.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks during a primary-night watch party for NYC Congressional candidate Claire Valdez at 99 Scott Studio on June 23, 2026 in the East Williamsburg neighborhood of the Brooklyn borough in New York City.

Jewish political power has collapsed in New York, and Zohran Mamdani is the receipt - opinion

Robert Pabich, of Rocky Hill, was arrested Oct. 24, 2025 by Rocky Hill Police and charged with intimidation based on bigotry, a hate crime; and stalking, in connection with online comments he made to state Sen. Matt Lesser.

Antisemitic threat suspect seeks court program after guns seized from home

CHERRY TREES blossom in New York City in April.

The scourge that is anti-Israel US politicians - opinion


Milwaukee rabbi and son ordered to pay $1,000 to muralist who reportedly praised Hamas in court

“What we did was illegal and needed to be answered," said Zechariah “Zee” Mehler, who also explained that he saw a very strong response from the city against antisemitism.

A controversial pro-Palestinian mural in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, depicting a Jewish star turning into a swastika, put up by a Palestinian business owner on Sept. 14, 2024.

Never is now: Global leaders convene to confront the surge in antisemitism

ADL’s flagship summit in NY, March 16 and 17, will bring policymakers, activists, and innovators together to tackle rising hate and shape strategies for the future

Never is Now Summit 2025

A century before Trump targeted Somalis, Jews faced politics of blame 

In 1908, New York City Police Commissioner Theodore A. Bingham claimed Jews accounted for half of New York’s crimes.

The crowded "Hebrew district" of New York's Lower East Side, c. 1907.

When my children decorate for Hanukkah, I don’t just see pride, I see pluralism in action - opinion

Pluralism isn’t about keeping religion out of the public square, and it’s not about demanding that religion speak with one voice. It’s recognizing that a healthy democracy depends on many traditions.

A Jewish family decorates their windows for Hanukkah in Houston in December 2008.

Trump expresses friendship, love, support, for Jews at White House Hanukkah celebration

During his speech, Trump drew extensive parallels between the story of Hanukkah and the story of the modern Jewish people’s resilience and strength.

MIRIAM ADELSON looks on as US President Donald Trump speaks at a Hanukkah reception in the East Room of the White House in Washington, DC, US, December 16, 2025.

As Mamdani’s victory reverberates beyond NYC, Jews must choose solidarity over shock - opinion

Elected on anti-Zionist rhetoric, Mamdani causes fear. The Jewish community must reject panic and pursue a strategy: fortify institutions, organize for safety, and advocate without illusions.

Crowds watch the Israel Day on Fifth parade on June 2, 2024 in New York City

‘Jewish safety’ isn’t one thing. Let’s stop reducing a million NYers to a single concern - opinion

Discourse on "Jewish safety" in the NYC election is dehumanizing. A queer Jewish woman and JQY director argues that safety includes both fighting hate crimes and the freedom to be one's whole self.

Jewish identity is complex, writes a nonprofit leader.

Jerusalemites react to NYC Mayor Mamdani's win with skepticism, concern for Diaspora Jews - feature

NYC's mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, who faced criticism for supporting groups linked to Hamas, is met with distrust in Israel. Despite his promises, skepticism over his anti-Israel past is widespread.

People walk at the Mahaneh Yehuda market in Jerusalem, on September 25, 2025.

Anti-Israel activists storm Toronto student event with IDF veterans, one wounded

SSI had organized a meeting with IDF soldiers in a private venue that was interrupted by a group of pro-Palestinian protesters.

Pro-Palestinian demostrators storm Toronto venue.

Jewish NYC vote breakdown: 63% for Cuomo, 33% for Mamdani in mayoral race

Mamdani became the first Muslim to be elected as New York CIty's mayor. Still, he did so by capitalizing on support from voters with no religious affiliation.

New York City Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani celebrates during an election night event at the Brooklyn Paramount Theater in Brooklyn, New York on November 4, 2025.