American Jews

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 Jews

Religious practices nationwide on the decline - but Jewish observance on the rise, report indicates.

Jeb Bush Enlists Jewish Support Team

Prominent 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 Place

Vice 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 Israel

Obama to Address North American Jews on Iran Deal

President 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 Deal

Gerald 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 Terror

Energy 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 Deal

98 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 Margin

Survey shows that 45% of Jews oppose (22% in favor). Americans in general are even more opposed.

Despite Obama's Efforts, Jewish Group Rejects Iran Deal

American Jewish Committee says it concluded overwhelmingly it must oppose Iran nuclear deal.

Netanyahu to Address American Jewish Groups Over Iran Deal

Over 100 Jewish groups to engage in dialogue over Iran with the PM in special web address; Kerry sent to counter Israeli efforts.

Jewish Democrats Must Choose Obama or Israel

Jewish Democratic legislators face conflicts of loyalty after right, left-wing Jewish groups call for opposition to Iran nuclear deal.

Biden Tries to Convince American Jews to Welcome Iran Deal

Vice President tells American Jewish community that a strike on Iran is still on the table if it violates the nuclear deal.

Clinton Hints to Donors: I'll be Better for Israel than Obama

Politico 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 BDS

Yesh Atid chairman turns to Jews in New York, says the fight against BDS cannot continue without America's help.

Obama Pitches Iran Deal, Two-State Solution to American Jews

Wearing a kippah, Obama addresses congregation in Washington, stresses his commitment to Israel.

Survey Shows Quarter of US Jews Leaving Their Faith

Poll reveals interesting data about US religious groups; Jews the largest minority but losing to intermarriage; Christians doing the worst.

Can't rely on America

Biden: American Jews Can Only Rely on Israel, Not US

US Vice President makes shocking statement, telling American Jews 'no matter how involved you are in the US, the only guarantee is Israel."

Israel Thinks Assimilation is the Diaspora's Problem

Despite possible threats to American Jewish consensus on Israel, Jerusalem doesn’t see a reason to get involved.

Fixing Relationship with Democrats Means Fixing it with Jews

Most American Jews are still Democrats, but increasingly those Jewish Democrats are unaffiliated, assimilated and disconnected from Israel.

US Jews Hold Mass Memorial to Paris Victims

Hundreds, 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 Overwhelmingly Vote Democrat

Poll 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?

Kashrut Sees A Resurgence Among Milennial Jews

American Millennials are keeping Kosher at twice the rate of their parents.

Obama Wishes 900 US Rabbis a Happy New Year

In annual conference call for Rosh Hashana, Obama focuses on 'unshakable' commitment to Israel and 'two state solution.'

American Jew Donates Torah Scroll in Merit of the Three Teens

Anonymous donor sends representative to homes of murdered teens to let the fathers inscribe final letters in dedicated Torah scroll.

Christie Calls for Aggressive Foreign Policy at Jewish Event

New Jersey Governor addresses the Champions of Jewish Values International awards gala.

Minnesota Nazi-Themed Party Provokes Outrage Among Local Jews

Organizer of a World War II-themed party apologizes after a photo of the event provoked outrage on the Internet.

Breathing, Eating and Sleeping Israel

Livnat on Boycotts: Time to Return Fire

Minister 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 Jewry

Pollard's Continued Incarceration: A Message to American Jews

Tablet magazine argues Pollard's inordinate sentence shows US distrusts of Jewish loyalty, a discrimination which endangers US Jews.

Bukharian Jewish Businessmen from NY Visit Shomron

Bukharian Jewish businessmen visit the factories of the Shomron in wake of attempts to boycott products from the region.

US Jewish Leaders Have 'Consensus': Pollard Must Be Freed

MK 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 Itself

Hearing 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 Room

40% of US Jews: God Gave Israel to Jews

Jews' bond to Israel essentially unchanged since the turn of the 21st century.

Study Finds US Jewish Community Larger than Previously Thought

Study claims US Jewish population stands at 6.8 million, far higher than previous estimates; definition of "Jewish identity" contentious.

CHAZAQ Organization to Hold its First Annual Dinner

CHAZAQ, 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. Jews

Kerry meets select Jewish leaders; tells them Israel and PA have ‘strategic imperative’ to talk, criticizes EU boycott.

Jews, America, and Independence Day

Rabbi who went from Latvia to New York talks about the Jewish contribution to America.

Rabbi on DOMA Ruling, Morality and Israel

Rabbi: DOMA ruling may have been reasonable, but blurring the lines is dangerous. Israel must take particular care.

Indiana: 3 Children Hurt as Lightning Strikes Jewish Camp

Three children injured, one critically, as a result of lightning strike at a Jewish summer camp in northwest Indiana.

NYC Candidate: Bloomberg Not Connected to Jewish Community

NYC politician says Mayor Bloomberg hasn’t been close to the Jewish community, pledges to work to support Israel.

NYC Rep: No Room for Apathy in the Face of Hate

Brooklyn politician Jumaane Williams says local anti-Semitism ‘very disturbing,’ calls for an end to apathy.

World’s Oldest Jew Dies at 113

The world’s oldest Jewish woman has passed away in New York at the age of 113.

New York ‘Passionate’ About Fighting Anti-Semitism

District Attorney describes fight against anti-Semitism. ‘You live in Brooklyn, I’m going to expect you respect other people.’

Jerusalem Real Estate brings American Jews to Israel

Jerusalem real estate project encourages American Jews to move to Israel.

Elkin: Netanyahu Should Ignore Jewish Pressure

Deputy Foreign Minister says Netanyahu is responsible first and foremost to Israelis.

Rabbi Herschel Schacter Passes Away

Rabbi Herschel Schacter, a leading figure in the American Jewish community, has passed away at age 95.

NYC Event Raises $27 Million for IDF

Donors give millions to IDF, honor commander who lost arm.

Student Participant at AIPAC: This is the Real World

Arutz Sheva spoke to Ally Michelle, one of 2,000 students who attended the annual AIPAC policy conference.

Obama Hints Israel Trip Not Meant to Resume Peace Talks

U.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 Jewish Activists

American Jewish activists praised. 'Whatever you do in life, you can still do remarkable things for the Jewish people.'