American Jews ‘Great Schlep’ creators write anti-Trump musicalGroup that created a Jewish initiative that promoted Obama’s presidential run in 2008, writes an anti-Donald Trump musical. Two Jewish brothers recall their journey to the NFLFrom matzo balls to footballs, two Jewish brothers recall their journey to the NFL. Republican giver says Jewish ire forced him to drop TrumpProminent Jewish Republican donor no longer backing Donald Trump, saying his support made him unpopular in Seattle’s Jewish community. US envoy's son has bar mitzvah at his ancestors' shul in PragueU.S. Ambassador to the Czech Republic celebrates son’s bar mitzvah in synagogue that his ancestors attended before the Holocaust. Poll: Most Florida Jews support ClintonThe vast majority of Florida Jews will vote for Hillary Clinton over Donald Trump, but Orthodox Jews overwhelmingly support Trump. 3 roles that could define Clinton's relations with the JewsExamining what Clinton says and does, and how she makes policy, helps make clear her relationship to Israel and to Jewish Americans. Jewish woman sues county for pulling job offer over ShabbatOrthodox Jewish woman sues Dallas County for allegedly rescinding a job offer over her Shabbat observance. Jewish Navy SEAL wins GOP primary for Missouri governorEric Greitens, a Jewish former Navy SEAL, wins the Republican Party primary for Missouri governor. Does Jewish historian's rejection of Zionism signal trend?Polls show that young Jews are growing more critical of Israeli policy. What to do? Ex-RI Democratic Party chief and close friend of Clintons diesMark Weiner, prominent Rhode Island Democratic fundraiser and close friend of the Clintons, dies at 62. 88-year-old rabbi injured at Coast Guard can sue governmentFederal court ruling will allow an 88-year-old New York rabbi to proceed with a negligence lawsuit against the U.S. government. Democrats scramble for unique message that appeals to JewsDemocrats acknowledge that targeted messaging is a challenge for Jewish voters, particularly young Jewish voters. Detroit advocacy group merging with American Jewish CommitteeJewish Community Relations Council of Metropolitan Detroit merges with the American Jewish Committee. RV association fires Jewish couple who wrote book opposing TrumpJewish husband and wife fired from their job promoting RV travel after writing a book opposing Donald Trump.Jewish man who served in 3 countries' air forces dies at 92Nathan "Gino" Narboni, who volunteered to fly a combat plane during Israel's War of Independence, dies at 92. In Little Rock, woman finds her true faith, Jewish familyDiscovering a Jewish past of which she was wholly unaware, Danette Devlin of Little Rock, Arkansas, has also found family. Beinart joins Jews confronting IDF in HevronDozens of American Jews demonstrate against Israel's presence in Judea and Samaria. INTO THE FRAY: Israel and US liberal JewsThe real reasons for the rift: Incredibly, according to Israel’s “liberal” detractors, the only remedy for Israel’s “democracy deficit” is to establish yet another Muslim-majority tyranny. Republican convention will be short on Jews, long on mysteryTracking prominent Jewish GOPers and Jewish organizational representatives attending the Republican National Convention. After Elie Wiesel, can anyone unite American Jews?Following Elie Wiesel's, is the American Jewish community too divided to unite under any one person’s moral voice? US Jewish leaders briefed after ISIS 'kill list' includes JewsSome 200 Jewish leaders join conference call for security briefing following alarming revelations. Open Orthodox synagogue elects all-female boardOhio congregation becomes what is perhaps the first synagogue calling itself Orthodox to elect an all-female slate of officers. Jewish groups mourn police, urge reform after Dallas shootingsJewish organizations voice anguish over the violence in Dallas that claimed the lives of five police officers.Oldest American dies at 113 -- a month away from birthdayThe oldest American, Goldie Michelson of Worcester, Massachusetts, dies at the age of 113 and 11 months. Man charged with threatening a synagogue in Kansas City40-year-old A charged with threatening a synagogue in suburban Overland Park. 'Reverse Birthright' gives Israelis a look at America's JewsIsraeli graduate students particiapte in a 10-day trip to get to know American Jews.Security threat to Kansas City Jewish community 'resolved'Security threat to the Jewish community of Kansas City "resolved" by local law enforcement. Slamming Muslim ban, Jewish Republicans still split on TrumpJewish Republicans criticizing Trump for his call to ban Muslim immigration, but few Jewish supporters are reconsidering their endorsement. 25-year-old Jewish woman could become youngest in CongressErin Schrode may become the youngest person in the House of Representatives and the youngest woman ever elected to Congress. We need to put the Yizkor back into Memorial DayJewish Federations of North America president opines that American Memorial Day should be more like Israel's Memorial Day. Watch: Lag Ba'Omer celebration showcases Jewish unityJewish Americans say Meron bonfire is the "craziest" they've ever seen. What's the future of American Jewry?Knesset Committee holds hearing on the symbiosis between Israel and American Jews - and how one can save the other. Hikind honors leader for bridging Jewish, Muslim communitiesNY Assemblyman honors local leader Abu Naser Khaliquzzaman for his dedication to bridging Jewish and Muslim communities. Jewish groups join efforts to defend Muslims from discriminationJewish groups join efforts to stop anti-Muslim discrimination in the United States. Auschwitz survivor and longtime NY Jewish leader dies at 92Ernest (Ernie) Michel, who survived Auschwitz and a forced death march, dies at 92. What we know, and don't know, about how Jews voted in New YorkSome scant concrete data about how Jews voted in the presidential primaries in New York. Pollard attorney, prominent Jews, hosting Cruz fundraiserAbout half of the sponsors of a New York fundraiser for Ted Cruz’ are prominent pro-Israel and Republican Jewish figures. Bill Clinton stumps for Hillary at Jewish nursing home in BronxFormer President visits RiverSpring Health senior care home in the Bronx to discuss his wife's record on Israel. Fearing Trump, Republican Jews give Cruz another lookAmerican Jews come away from Las Vegas event with more knowledge about Ted Cruz. Poll: American Jews have unfavorable view of Trump and CruzNew Gallup poll finds 72 percent of Jewish Americans have an unfavorable view of Cruz and Trump. Mezuzah stolen from Manhattan homeRabbi says New York police refused to process a complaint after a mezuzah was stolen from his Manhattan home, claims he is not the first. Egyptian President meets American Jewish leaders in CairoPresident Abdel-Fattah Al-Sisi has productive discussion with the leaders of the Conference of Presidents. Before it battles BDS, American Jewry must combat ignoranceVeteran US-Jewish leader Malcolm Hoenlein on building bridges between Israel and US Jews, fighting ignorance, and a fateful US election. Samaria activist takes on Jewish BDS supporters'When some Jews start solely accusing Israel, then something bad is happening to them,' Ezri Tubi charges in latest pro-Israel clip.Poll: Americans less religious; mixed news for JewsReligious practices nationwide on the decline - but Jewish observance on the rise, report indicates. Jeb Bush Enlists Jewish Support TeamProminent US Jews, including former Congressman Eric Cantor, will help the presidential candidate raise funds from within Jewish community. Leading US-Jewish Org: 'Obama-Iran Deal is On; We Must Unite'Conference of Presidents calls for unity for the "day after," essentially conceding in the fight against the Obama-Iran nuclear deal. Obama 'Ready to Meet with Netanyahu'In annual phone call with American rabbis, President Obama says he's ready to meet Israel's PM at the UN General Assembly. Biden Tells Jewish Leaders: Iran Deal Makes Israel a Safer PlaceVice President meets Jewish leaders in south Florida, says he is confident nuclear deal would halt Iran's capability to develop a bomb. Dialoguing While Drifting Apart: American Jews and IsraelWhy the average American Jew still supports Obama. Obama to Address North American Jews on Iran DealPresident Obama to participate in a live webcast on Iran deal with Jews from the United States and Canada. Schindler's List Producer Rejects Hollywood Support of Iran DealGerald Molen responds to Hollywood Jews who expressed support for Iran deal, argues Iran cannot be trusted. Energy Secretary: Iran Deal Makes it Easier to Fight TerrorEnergy Secretary Ernest Moniz tells American Jews that the nuclear deal makes it easier to confront Iran's support for terrorism. Prominent Hollywood Jews Support Iran Deal98 prominent members of the LA Jewish community, most with ties to Hollywood, release open letter supporting the nuclear agreement. Even American Jews Oppose Iran Deal, by 2-1 MarginSurvey shows that 45% of Jews oppose (22% in favor). Americans in general are even more opposed. Despite Obama's Efforts, Jewish Group Rejects Iran DealAmerican Jewish Committee says it concluded overwhelmingly it must oppose Iran nuclear deal. Netanyahu to Address American Jewish Groups Over Iran DealOver 100 Jewish groups to engage in dialogue over Iran with the PM in special web address; Kerry sent to counter Israeli efforts. |
