American Jews

Where is the liberal Zionist's place at the US Democratic victory party? - opinion

For some American Jews, the election sparked celebration. For others, quite the opposite. For me, the competing emotions have brought into focus a tension generations of Jews have long faced.

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US President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance make an announcement in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington Tuesday, 20th October 2026

Who is Stephen Miller, the Jewish conservative promoted to Trump’s new chief of staff? - explainer

 J. Robert Oppenheimer at the Guest Lodge, Oak Ridge, in 1946.

The enigma of Robert Oppenheimer: New biography revisits the man behind the atomic bomb - review

Democratic US Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed speaks to the press in the spin room after taking part in a debate with Republican rival candidate Mike Rogers, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, US, October 8, 2026.

El-Sayed lost Jewish support over Israel, antisemitism, but got over 50% of Jewish votes - report


Democracy was top Jewish voter concern in midterms, not Israel or antisemitism - poll

The liberal Jewish Middle East policy group released its poll of national Jewish voters, which surveyed 800 people from October 28 to November 3.

People vote at North Quincy High School on November 3, 2026.

'Chanukah 250' initiative to bring Hanukkah celebrations to all 50 US states

Noted philanthropist and entrepreneur Phil Friedman, chairman and CEO of technology company Computer Generated Solutions, was named the initiative's general chairman.

 The National Menorah stands during the start of Hanukkah, during a ceremony on the Ellipse near the White House on Christmas Day in Washington, U.S., December 25, 2024.

MDA paramedics partner with SCN to train Jewish security leaders

The session marked the first time the organization trained the Security Director Network, a professional body composed of security directors who oversee standards-based security operations.

MDA paramedics partner with SCN to train North American Jewish security leaders

In Michigan, a Black conservative group pushes Jewish and pro-Israel messaging

CURE, a Washington DC-based nonprofit, has paid for a series of yard signs reading “Blacks and Jews Standing Together” throughout cities with high Black populations

A sign reading "Blacks and Jews Standing Together" is posted alongside signs for Michigan Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed and others on a street corner in Ypsilanti, Michigan, Nov. 2, 2026.

New York Jewish leaders defend Democratic AG Letitia James from GOP challenger’s attacks

The GOP challenger has frequently attacked James during the campaign over her handling of antisemitic crimes, but prominent Jewish leaders are rallying to defend the Democratic incumbent.

Attorney General Letitia James (left) faces Republican challenger Saritha Komatireddy (right), who has attacked James over her handling of antisemitic crimes.

Debbie Wasserman Schultz’s faith in the Democratic Party - opinion

Debbie Wasserman Schultz insists the Democratic Party remains pro-Israel, but its support for candidates who accuse Israel of genocide tells another story.

US Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz introduces US Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton at a field office for Schultz in Davie, Florida, US, August 9, 2016.

When Jewish teachers fight back: American Jewish teachers push back against antisemitism - opinion

Instead of buckling under hostile conditions, educators in the Jewish Affairs Caucus decided to stay and write new anti-discrimination protections into the NEA's governing documents.

Members of the National Education Association and allies in Congress rally outside Secretary of Education nominee Linda McMahon’s confirmation hearing on February 12, 2025 in Washington, DC.

Pope Leo meets with AJC delegation, reaffirms condemnation of antisemitism

The ties between AJC and the Catholic Church date back to at least 1915, with the Holy See and the advocacy group maintaining a decades-long partnership.

Pope Leo greets faithful as he arrives to hold his first weekly general audience in St. Peter's Square since cancer surgery, at the Vatican, October 21, 2026.

Trump says Jews who support El-Sayed should be 'ashamed' of themselves

Trump called El-Sayed a “jihadist Muslim Brotherhood member” who was “on the side of the terrorists,” adding that he would “have to go through a metal detector before he’s allowed into the Senate."

US President Donald Trump arrives on stage to deliver remarks during an election rally at McMorran Place Sports & Entertainment Center in Port Huron, Michigan, Oct. 25, 2026.

Jewish Futures 2026 conference to explore how AI could reshape Jewish education

The event will convene Jewish educators and thought leaders to examine how artificial intelligence and emerging technologies are changing how young people learn, connect, and process information.

The midtown Manhattan skyline is pictured from the top of the Empire State Building in New York on March 3, 2026.