American Jewry

Jewish radio host says he 'charmed' JD Vance after previous criticism for wavering Israel support

The highly publicized meeting occurred amid Vance’s attempt to make overtures to the Jewish community following a series of controversial remarks about Israel.

Sid Rosenberg is seen during a press conference outside of Columbia University on April 22, 2024 in New York City.
Israeli teens from Campers2Gether at Camp Ben Frankel.

From war to summer camp: Israeli teens find joy, respite, and connection

Demonstrators associated with Hoosier Jews for Choice gather outside the Monroe County Courthouse on July 31, 2023, before Indiana’s near total abortion ban began.

A case pitting Indiana Jews against an abortion ban heads back to court

 CEO of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations William Daroff

No. 43: William Daroff: Bringing American Jews to the table


American Jewish exceptionalism is ending, here’s what must come next - opinion

American Jews have lost something invaluable in the last decade: the feeling that their country and their community are exceptional. 

Jewish American Heritage Month, first designated in 2006, takes place in May.

Less than half of Milwaukee Jews identify as Zionists despite strong Israel ties, survey finds

A Milwaukee Jewish Federation survey found 43% of Jewish adults identify as Zionist and 42% do not, while 69% feel somewhat or very emotionally attached to Israel.

Milwaukee Jews march in the community's annual Walk for Israel, part of the federation's celebrations for Israel's independence day.

Replacing Graham Platner: US Senate replacement options split over Israel policy

Candidates hoping to become the Maine Democratic nominee for Senate are split on key issues of concern to the Jewish community.

Sen. Bernie Sanders (center) stands with Troy Jackson (left), who is now running for the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate, and Graham Platner (right), who was then the Democrats' presumptive nominee, during Sanders' “Fighting Oligarchy” tour, May 24, 2026, in Orono, Maine.

Antisemitism is the most dangerous human rights violation in the world today - opinion

Antisemitism is increasing rapidly throughout the United States and in the rest of the world.

A sign that reads "end Zionism" leans against a tent, at a protest encampment in support of Palestinians, during the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, at Evergreen State College in Olympia, Washington, on April 28, 2024.

Shurat HaDin urges US Justice Department to investigate Hind Rajab Foundation

Israeli legal organization calls for federal probe and possible sanctions, alleging terror-linked lawfare campaign targeting IDF soldiers and dual nationals.

Nitsana Darshan-Leitner, founder and president of Shurat HaDin

America at 250: The triangular relationship between US, Israel, and Jews is at risk - opinion

A sober look at this triangular relationship shows that each of its sides has weakened in recent years.

 IS IT A dispute between friends or a serious disagreement?

America at 250: Why Washington’s promise to US Jews still matters - opinion

George Washington promised that this Republic would “give to bigotry no sanction, to persecution no assistance.” May we prove worthy of that promise for the next 250 years.

An illustrative image of George Washington's head on Mount Rushmore.

As America turns 250, Jews shouldn’t mistake it for just another exile - opinion

Sociologist Charles Liebman long ago pointed out that all Jews in America are Jews by choice. Nothing in American society binds you to your Jewishness.

A detail from a Jewish New Year's card, showing Jews in American welcoming recent immigrants from the Russian empire. Hebrew Publishing Company, early 20th century

California advances three bills curbing hate speech, protecting Jewish students and employees

The first bill, AB 1853, was written after a candidate statement with antisemitic conspiracy theories and white nationalist rhetoric was mailed out to 23 million voters.

Jewish California members and partners meet with California Secretary of State Shirley Weber to discuss hate speech in the California voter guide on June 4, 2026.

Thank you, America - but Israel cannot take your support for granted - opinion

From Truman’s recognition to today’s uncertainties, the US-Israel relationship remains vital, but not guaranteed

Eleven minutes after Israel declared independence on May 14, 1948, president Harry Truman recognized the new state, beginning one of the most consequential alliances in modern history.
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