Elul 24, 5776, 9/27/2016
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American Jews Clinton: I'll be Better for Israel than ObamaPolitico reveals that leading Democratic presidential candidate is telling wealthy Jewish donors she'll be more supportive of Israel. Lapid Appeals to American Jews to Fight BDSYesh Atid chairman turns to Jews in New York, says the fight against BDS cannot continue without America's help. Obama Pitches Iran, Two-State SolutionWearing a kippah, Obama addresses congregation in Washington, stresses his commitment to Israel. Survey Shows Quarter of US Jews Leave Their FaithPoll reveals interesting data about US religious groups; Jews the largest minority but losing to intermarriage; Christians doing the worst. Biden: American Jews Can Only Rely on IsraelUS Vice President makes shocking statement, telling American Jews 'no matter how involved you are in the US, the only guarantee is Israel." Israel Sees Assimilation as the Diaspora's ProblemDespite possible threats to American Jewish consensus on Israel, Jerusalem doesn’t see a reason to get involved. Israel Needs to Fix Relations with US JewsMost American Jews are still Democrats, but increasingly those Jewish Democrats are unaffiliated, assimilated and disconnected from Israel. US Jews Hold Mass Memorial to Paris VictimsHundreds, including US and French officials, meet in Washington synagogue to pay tribute; US Jews fear violent anti-Semitism is on its way. Poll: American Jews Still Liberal, DemocratsPoll of 800 Jewish voters reveals that most Jews still approve of Obama and his stance on Israel - despite Republican sweep in Congress. Survey: Day School Enrollment Up 12%Total enrollment in American Jewish day schools on the upswing since 2008 - but non-Orthodox enrollment is falling. Don't American Jews Realize They Are All Klinghoffer?They just don't get it. Kashrut Sees A Resurgence Among Milennial JewsAmerican Millennials are keeping Kosher at twice the rate of their parents. Obama Wishes 900 US Rabbis a Happy New YearIn annual conference call for Rosh Hashana, Obama focuses on 'unshakable' commitment to Israel and 'two state solution.' US Jew Donates Torah in Merit of the Three TeensAnonymous donor sends representative to homes of murdered teens to let the fathers inscribe final letters in dedicated Torah scroll. Christie Calls for Aggressive Foreign PolicyNew Jersey Governor addresses the Champions of Jewish Values International awards gala. Minnesota Nazi-Themed Party Provokes OutrageOrganizer of a World War II-themed party apologizes after a photo of the event provoked outrage on the Internet. Breathing, Eating and Sleeping IsraelIsrael gives Jews what no other nation on earth can give them, a sense of belonging, an extended national family irrespective of where they live and work. Livnat on Boycotts: Time to Return FireMinister Livnat on fighting fire with fire when it comes to anti-Israel boycotts, and what PA refusal to recognize Israel means for peace. 83% of American Jews Support 'Gay Marriage'New poll reveals majority of Americans support 'gay marriage.' Surprisingly, highest support comes from practicing Jewish Americans. Calling American JewryIt is time to protest, for those in American Jewry who oppose J Street and love Israel to be heard. Pollard's Incarceration: A Message to US JewsTablet magazine argues Pollard's inordinate sentence shows US distrusts of Jewish loyalty, a discrimination which endangers US Jews. Bukharian Jewish Businessmen from NY Visit ShomronBukharian Jewish businessmen visit the factories of the Shomron in wake of attempts to boycott products from the region. US Jewish Leaders: Pollard Must Be FreedMK Tzipi Hotovely, returning from US, says Jewish leaders cited 'moral obligation to demand' Pollard's release; Peres, MKs petition Obama. 'It's an Historical and Emotional Day'Yehuda Azoulay and Raymond Saka speak to Arutz Sheva about the special event in which Congress celebrated Sephardic Jewry in America. Stern: Chief Rabbinate Dismantling ItselfHearing on religion & state discusses Chief Rabbinate's refusal to recognize all US Orthodox rabbis . Stern: Rabbinate self-destructing. The Pew Poll and The Elephant in the RoomThe recent Pew Poll showed US Jews committing mass suicide through assimilation. Dr. Jeffrey Woolf compared it to results in Israel showing growing identification with Judaism due to national cohesion. The writer has another answer. 40% of US Jews: God Gave Israel to JewsJews' bond to Israel essentially unchanged since the turn of the 21st century. US Jewish Community Larger than Previously ThoughtStudy claims US Jewish population stands at 6.8 million, far higher than previous estimates; definition of "Jewish identity" contentious. CHAZAQ to Hold its First Annual DinnerCHAZAQ, an organization which works to bring spiritual strength to Jews all over the world, will hold its first annual dinner on August 26. Kerry Seeks Support for Talks from U.S. JewsKerry meets select Jewish leaders; tells them Israel and PA have ‘strategic imperative’ to talk, criticizes EU boycott. Jews, America, and Independence DayRabbi who went from Latvia to New York talks about the Jewish contribution to America. Rabbi on DOMA Ruling, Morality and IsraelRabbi: DOMA ruling may have been reasonable, but blurring the lines is dangerous. Israel must take particular care. Indiana: 3 Children Hurt at Jewish CampThree children injured, one critically, as a result of lightning strike at a Jewish summer camp in northwest Indiana. NYC Candidate: Bloomberg Not Connected to NYC JewsNYC politician says Mayor Bloomberg hasn’t been close to the Jewish community, pledges to work to support Israel. NYC Rep: No Room for Apathy on Anti-SemitismBrooklyn politician Jumaane Williams says local anti-Semitism ‘very disturbing,’ calls for an end to apathy. World’s Oldest Jew Dies at 113The world’s oldest Jewish woman has passed away in New York at the age of 113. New York ‘Passionate’ About Fighting Anti-SemitismDistrict Attorney describes fight against anti-Semitism. ‘You live in Brooklyn, I’m going to expect you respect other people.’ Jerusalem Real Estate brings US Jews to IsraelJerusalem real estate project encourages American Jews to move to Israel. Elkin: Netanyahu Should Ignore Jewish PressureDeputy Foreign Minister says Netanyahu is responsible first and foremost to Israelis.Rabbi Herschel Schacter Passes AwayRabbi Herschel Schacter, a leading figure in the American Jewish community, has passed away at age 95. NYC Event Raises $27 Million for IDFDonors give millions to IDF, honor commander who lost arm. Participant at AIPAC: This is the Real WorldArutz Sheva spoke to Ally Michelle, one of 2,000 students who attended the annual AIPAC policy conference. Obama Hints Trip Not Meant to Resume Peace TalksU.S. President Barack Obama tells American Jewish leaders his Israel visit is not meant to resolve a "specific policy issue." NY, Israeli Leaders Pay Tribute to Top ActivistsAmerican Jewish activists praised. 'Whatever you do in life, you can still do remarkable things for the Jewish people.' Initiative Counters Assault on Israel's LegitimacyThe Israel Action Network, an initiative of the JFNA, develops strategies to counter the assaults on Israel. Video: Bibi to Jewish GA: Next Year in JerusalemNetanyahu appeals to all of the delegates at the Federation GA in Baltimore to attend next year’s convention in Jerusalem. First Ever Conference on the "Jewish Vote"The first ever conference on the impact and patterns of the Jewish vote will be held on September 23, at Fordham University, New York. Far-Left American Activist Visits ShomronA long-time Jewish American far-left activist visits Samaria. ‘I’m impressed with some of the positive steps that have been made.’ US: Five Charged with Terrorizing Jewish CampAmerican teens are charged with attacks on Jewish camp that injured one counselor and left children fearing for their lives. Adelsons Infuse Cash Into Birthright ProgramThe Birthright-Taglit program are to receive a much-needed infusion of cash from top philanthropists Sheldon and Dr. Miriam Adelson. Police Release Video of AguiarPolice in Fort Lauderdale have released a surveillance video showing businessman Guma Aguiar boarding his ship. Religious Jews Lead New York to Jewish GrowthNew York’s Jewish population is on the rise after decades of decline. Researchers credit orthodox birthrates. New Housing for American ‘Yeshivish’ CommunityA new Jerusalem luxury housing project will be marketed to the “yeshivish” community in the United States. Joint Distribution Committee Head to RetireSteven Schwager, head of the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, says he will retire this year from the organization. |
