American Jews

Israel Action Network Counters Assault on Israel's Legitimacy

The Israel Action Network, an initiative of the JFNA, develops strategies to counter the assaults on Israel.

Video: Netanyahu to Jewish GA: Next Year in Jerusalem

Netanyahu appeals to all of the delegates at the Federation GA in Baltimore to attend next year’s convention in Jerusalem.

Is There a "Jewish Vote"? Conference to Take Place in New York

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 Shomron

A 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 Camp

American teens are charged with attacks on Jewish camp that injured one counselor and left children fearing for their lives.

Adelsons Infuse Cash Into Birthright Program

The Birthright-Taglit program are to receive a much-needed infusion of cash from top philanthropists Sheldon and Dr. Miriam Adelson.

Police Release Video of Aguiar

Police in Fort Lauderdale have released a surveillance video showing businessman Guma Aguiar boarding his ship.

Religious Jews Lead New York to Jewish Growth

New York’s Jewish population is on the rise after decades of decline. Researchers credit orthodox birthrates.

New Jerusalem Housing for American ‘Yeshivish’ Community

A new Jerusalem luxury housing project will be marketed to the “yeshivish” community in the United States.

Jewish Joint Distribution Committee Head to Retire

Steven Schwager, head of the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, says he will retire this year from the organization.

Poll: Majority of U.S. Jews Still Support Obama

Despite his rocky relationship with Israel, a new survey finds that 62% American Jews still favor Obama for re-election.

'Jerusalem is Jewish,' Say Protestors in New York

Protest outside Israeli Consulate in New York City expressed outrage over the "Global March on Jerusalem."

Israeli MKs Arrive in U.S. to Hold Dialogue with Local Jews

Second annual MK delegation of Ruderman Fellows arrives in the U.S. for a week of meetings with members of the American Jewish community.

Dershowitz Declares War Against Anti-Israel Media Watchdog

Alan Dershowtiz has declared a personal war on the liberal media watchdog Media Matters for its harsh and biased coverage of Israel.

U.S. Monitoring Hizbullah Activity in Wake of Terror Attacks

U.S. says it's closely monitoring Hizbullah activities, working with Jewish organizations in wake of recent attacks.

Napolitano: No Concrete Threat to U.S. Jewish Institutions

In wake of heightened alert, U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security seeks to assure Jewish leaders there is no concrete threat.

New 'Spiritual Growth' Course for US Jewish Teens

The Jewish NGO Ayeka has just received funds to see if its unique adult Jewish education program will work on American Jewish teens.

Members of Baltimore Synagogue Visit Israel

Over 25 members of Congregation Bnei Jacob Shaarei Zion in Baltimore took part in a week-long solidarity mission to Israel.

‘Anglos Have Clearer View of Concessions,’ Says Likud Activist

English-speaking immigrants in Israel see the danger of concessions to the PA better than native Israelis, says a US Likud activist.

Obama to Jewish Supporters: U.S. Committed to Israel's Security

President Barack Obama tries to assure worried Jewish supporters: We don’t compromise when it comes to Israel’s security.

Crown Heights Riots: Reflections 20 Years Later

Twenty years ago, Jews in Crown Heights -- like their brethren in Israel and Europe -- experienced the terror of being hunted.

Israeli and US Teens Support and Learn From Holocaust Survivors

The International Diller Teen Fellows Israel Summer Seminar brought 120 teens from North America to visit teens in Israel.

Role of American Rabbis: Encourage Aliyah, Strengthen Community

Arutz Sheva speaks with Rabbi of the Riverdale Jewish Center about the challenges and goals of an American community Rabbi.

Circumcision Ban? Not so Fast

Superior Court Judge Giorgi puts a spoke in the wheel of the San Francisco anti-circumcision proposal.

Judea and Samaria is the Real Promised Land

Watch excerpts from this week's special event, featuring Judea and Samaria residents who spoke from their heart to Jewish Americans.

Judea & Samaria Residents to U.S. Jewry: Come, See, Connect

Judea and Samaria residents appear in Silver Springs, Maryland speaking from the heart to Jewish Americans about the heartland of Israel.

Former Jewish U.S. Ambassador to Morocco Honored

Marc Ginsberg, the first Jewish-American to serve as Ambassador to an Arab country, receives honorary award.

Poll: US Jews Still Like Obama, But Support Softens Slightly

A new Gallup poll released Tuesday indicates that Jewish support for President Obama has slipped over the past months – but only slightly.

Israeli Republican Leader Does Not Support Pollard's Release

Marc Zell, co-chairman of Republicans Abroad in Israel, says some American Jews are still angry at Pollard. YI's Lerner disagrees.

President Obama: The Jews Built our Cities, Cured our Sick

Opening the Jewish Heritage Month in wake of reports regarding his upcoming speech, President Obama was very positive regarding the Jewish nation.

American Jewish History Celebrated in the City of Brotherly Love

More than 1,000 people attended the spectacular dedication and grand opening of a "first of its kind" museum on Independence Mall in Philadelphia.

Study: US Jews Still Support Israel

Survey shows that American Jews, young and old, are still attached to Israel despite recent claims to the contrary.

Shalit Supporters Sail 'True Freedom Flotilla' in NYC

Hundreds of activists sailed the “true freedom flotilla” in New York City to raise awareness of the plight of kidnapped Israeli Gilad Shalit.

Memphis Group Sets New Model To Counter Anti-Israel Forces

Dr. Scott Baum of the Memphis Friends of Israel says that his group's annual Israel Festival is an antidote to growing anti-Israel propaganda.

Poll: Obama has Lost Almost Half of his US Jewish Support

Only 42% of American Jews would re-elect Obama, while 46% would consider voting for someone else.

Beverly Hills Names Street for Herzl

The city of Beverly Hills has named a street after Zionist founding father Theodor Herzl.

US Jewish Groups Call for UN Walkout on Ahmadinejad

United States Jews want UN reoresentatives to walk out on Ahmadinejad as the Iranian leader accuses US, Israel of being behind world terrorism.

Research Dispels Myth that US Jews Are Detached from Israel

Hebrew University researchers found to their surprise that recent polls claiming that more American Jews are detached from Israel are inaccurate.

Left-Wing US Jews Call ’Law of Return’ Racist

A small group of left-wing American Jews is campaigning against the “Law of Return,” calling it racist. Are they inciting anti-Semitism?

Jordanian King to US Jews: Support PA State, 2002 Saudi Plan

Jordan's King Abdullah II met with American Jewish leaders Tuesday, urging them to help pressure Israel to accept the 2002 Saudi Peace Plan.