American Jews

The Democratic Party's Israel problem runs deeper than Rahm Emanuel says - opinion

That’s the challenge facing Democrats like Emanuel, who still believe in the US-Israel relationship: that the far Left sees Israel as, absurdly, the global symbol of evil.

Former US ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel met President Isaac Herzog in Jerusalem on July 7, 2026.
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Why Orthodox Jews are pushing back against permanent daylight saving time

Former White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel speaks at Tel Aviv University on July 8, 2026.

Strength is not a crime: Rahm Emanuel misunderstands Israel and should be ashamed - opinion

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

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


NGO Gav Lalochem seeks US Diaspora support to aid reintegration of IDF combat veterans

Gav Lalochem is touring the US to rally support from the American Jewish Diaspora in helping IDF veterans reintegrate into civilian life after serving in combat.

Gav Lalochem is touring the US to rally support from the American Jewish Diaspora in helping IDF veterans reintegrate into civilian life after serving in combat.

Abe Foxman's death marks end of an era for American Jews - comment

He stood for what that generation of US Jews was able to do: leave the immigrant experience behind, build within the US, and climb the country's institutions far enough to actually use the access.

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Hundreds of US mayors back push to mark Jewish American heritage month

In the face of rising antisemitism, local leadership is stepping forward to ensure that Jewish heritage is not only remembered, but actively celebrated.

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

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

The suggestion was made during his Jewish American Heritage Month proclamation on Monday.

US President Donald Trump gestures during a roundtable focused on tax cuts in Las Vegas, Nevada, US, April 16, 2026.

Support for Iran war among ‘connected’ US Jews falls again, poll finds

Support fell weeks into the war and fell further to 60% just after US President Donald Trump unilaterally announced a ceasefire on April 8.

Iranian Americans wave flags and chant during a gathering of Iranian community members showing support for Israel and the United States, outside the Consulate General of Israel in Los Angeles, on March 5, 2026.

Jewish American Heritage Month: US Jews face a unity test - opinion

A history of resilience and belonging, as American Jews face renewed challenges and test their unity in uncertain times.

An American Jewish man praying

Israel educators must be models - opinion

Orthodox institutions have long grappled with the distance between the ideals a teacher preaches and the life he actually leads.

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A synagogue helped Palestinians raise money for Gaza, and found common ground over falafel

North Carolina's Beth El synagogue had previously backed relief efforts for Israel, but a Tuesday event was the first time the congregation participated in a Palestinian-led fundraiser for Gaza.

Dr. David Hasan, the founder of The Gaza Children Village, speaks at Mediterranean Deli in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on April 28, 2026.

Unabashedly proud of being Jewish: A stand against antisemitism in New York City - opinion

Jewish history, culture, and Jewish identity are intertwined with New York City.

A child wearing a Kippah

These American teens ranked high in Israel’s Bible Quiz, in strongest US showing in 50 years

The International Bible Quiz is a centerpiece of Israel’s Independence Day festivities that was founded by the first prime minister, David Ben-Gurion.

Akiva Shrier wins the International Bible Quiz on April 19 in Jerusalem, Israel.