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American Jewish Support for Israel Doesn’t Betray a ‘Dual Loyalty’

Jews who support Israel stand for the very best of our American heritage and our American values.

April 20, 2022

Henry Winkler

WATCH: ‘Fonzi’ Loves Israel – ‘Delicious, Friendly and Safe!’

These days in Israel are ours, happy and free with Henry Winkler aka "Fonzi" who is visiting the Jewish state!

April 4, 2022

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”I’ll be there at 12 to Bomb You’: Flurry of Threats Rock American Jewish Communities

JCCs in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Arizona received similarly worded threats.

March 28, 2022

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Sierra Club Rejects BDS, Reverses Course on Anti-Israel Policy

'Extremist anti-Israel and antisemitic organizations will continue to try to insert their anti-peace poison pill into the mainstream of American corporate culture,' said Rabbi Abraham Cooper.

March 16, 2022

Ukraine Refugees

WATCH: Jewish American Teens Help Shelter Ukrainian Refugees

As refugees flee Ukraine with nowhere to go, a Jewish-American duo found a unique way to help.

March 7, 2022

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WATCH: What Does it Mean to Be Jewish?

What does it mean to be Jewish? Why is it so important to understand?

March 4, 2022

A Timely Reminder of Which Groups Enable Antisemitism

Many liberal Jews give a pass to liberal Protestants, despite the Presbyterian Church USA’s latest smear of Israel as practicing the 'enslavement' of Palestinians.

January 25, 2022

Jewish voice for peace

‘Jewish’ Left-wing Group Seeks Freedom for Palestinian Terrorist

Days after Texas hostage-taking, Jewish Voice for Peace rallies to free notorious PFLP terrorist.

January 20, 2022

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In Wake of Colleyville, Jewish Groups Renew Push to Double Federal Security Grant Funding

Measures include security cameras, secure doors, barriers and active-shooter training drills, which Rabbi Charlie Cytron-Walker said helped during hostage situation.

January 20, 2022

Hollywood

‘They Erased the Past’: Patrons of Major Hollywood Museum Question Omission of Jewish History

'As I walked through, I literally turned to the person I was there with and said to him, 'Where are the Jews?'

January 18, 2022

Texas Synagogue Standoff

Texas Standoff: What Does It Mean for American Jews?

What does the Texas synagogue standoff mean for American Jews?

January 16, 2022

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‘Horrifying Statistics’ on Antisemitism in Workplace Alarm US Officials

U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission official Andrea Lucas said the 'EEOC is always monitoring for when there is a rise in a particular type of discrimination.'

January 13, 2022

Former New York State assemblyman Dov Hikind

WATCH: Activist Stands With Victims of Antisemitism

Former New York State assemblyman Dov Hikind slams antisemitic attack on college student who wore an IDF hoodie.

January 3, 2022

Jewish Currents

Progressive Jewish Magazine Apologizes for Ad Promoting Program in Israel

The magazine is progressive and Jewish. So is the advertiser. So, what's the problem?

December 26, 2021

Goldin-Shaul

‘Return MIAs’: American Jewish Moms Demand Preconditions to US Aid to Gaza

'The American Jewish community has a voice in this issue and must be heard.'

December 1, 2021

Antisemitic Man

WATCH: Antisemite Openly Expresses Desire to Run Over Jews

In a sickening display of antisemitism, a man at a town planning meeting openly states his desire to run over Jews walking in the road.

November 15, 2021

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Maintain Bipartisan Support for Israel or Alienate Democrats? American Zionists Must Decide

Republic Jewish Coalition confab questions declining Democratic support for Israel and the role of nonpartisan groups.

November 10, 2021

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Families of Holocaust Survivors Send Love – and Food – to Afghan Refugees in NY

The message being relayed to the refugees is that they are not alone and are welcome in America.

November 5, 2021

Sunrise DC

Climate Activists Drop Out of DC Rally Over Presence of Zionist Groups

Sunrise DC cancels speaking appearance, objecting to these three organizations.

October 21, 2021

Open Letter to American Rabbi Whose Congregation Hosts BDS Supporter

Where is Jewish Columbus? Where is the Columbus Jewish News?

October 14, 2021

Burlington

Vermont City Narrowly Rejects Anti-Israel Resolution to Keep Jews ‘Feeling Safe’

Resolution sent back to the Racial Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Committee after heated town hall meeting.

September 14, 2021

9/11 Memorial Museum

Jewish Community Recalls 9/11 With Service Projects, Prayer, Concert, Memorial Walk

'We are showing we don’t forget, and that this was a very significant event,' says Rabbi Jonathan Glass. 'Just because it’s 20 years later, it doesn’t become relegated to the dustbin of history.'

September 9, 2021

Ben and Jerry's Sign

Opinion: BDS Ice-cream War Has Created a Political Taste Test

Israel faces far more daunting challenges, but the Ben & Jerry’s controversy is turning into an advocacy proxy war that neither the Jewish state’s friends nor its foes will want to lose.

August 12, 2021

Sharon Kleinbaum

Biden Appoints ‘Rabbi’ Who Mourned Hamas Terrorists to Monitor Religious Freedom

Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum, who mourned Hamas terrorists and supports BDS, uses her pulpit to bash Israel.

August 11, 2021

Ilhan Omar

Ilhan Omar’s New Outrage: ‘Jewish Democrats Aren’t Partners in Justice’

With a history of anti-Semitic comments, critics ask if "vile bigot" will ever be censured by her own party.

June 30, 2021

Paterson

A Response to ‘Rolling Stone’: Many Young Jews Like Me Support Israel

Unfortunately, Marisa Kabas, along with many students, media personalities, and celebrities, has internalized the false narrative that Israel represents a unique evil in the world.

June 23, 2021

Pninei Chein

High School for Orthodox Girls in Beit Shemesh Caters to New Immigrants from America

For Orthodox American immigrants to Israel searching for a high school for their daughters that would ease the transition, Pninei Chein in Ramat Beit Shemesh, which combines the best of Torah education and the highest academic standards, could be the answer. By United with Israel Staff Many Orthodox American families interested in Aliyah are concerned... Read more »

June 21, 2021

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WATCH: Majority of American Jews Have Experienced Anti-Semitism, Poll Finds

According to a recent study, nearly two-thirds of U.S. Jews have experienced or witnessed an anti-Semitic incident in the last 5 years.

April 1, 2021

Mark Robinson

North Carolina Lt. Gov. Refuses to Apologize for Anti-Semitic Comments

Confronted with his comments, Robinson said at a news conference earlier this month that he has nothing to take back.

February 22, 2021

USA oldest synagogue

America’s Most Famous Presidents had Unique Connections to Jews

Most of you probably haven't heard that some of America's most famous presidents have had unique historic connections to the Jewish community.

February 17, 2021

Brady Marpet

NFL Quarterback Tom Brady Relying on Jewish Bodyguard in the Super Bowl

Tampa Bay Buccaneer Jewish offensive lineman Alex 'Ali' Marpet blocking for Brady. Fans in Jerusalem try to bribe popular bar to open for championship game.

February 7, 2021

Bill Murray

The Jewish Roots of Groundhog Day’s Punxsutawney Phil

World famous groundhog Punxsutawney Phil was mentored by a stalwart of the local Jewish community.

February 3, 2021

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High School Baseball Star Scouted By MLB Won’t Play on Shabbat

Nevada baseball standout Elie Kligman is aiming for the major leagues, but insists on his religious observance.

January 26, 2021

Dolly Parton

Dolly at 75: Parton Thanks Jewish Friend for Role in Her Success

Famous singer says her Jewish songwriter friend Sandy Gallin was a key contributor to her success.

January 21, 2021

Raphael Warnock

Analysis: How Do You Define an Ally of the Jews?

Georgia Senate candidate Raphael Warnock has said terrible things about Israel, yet some Jews stand behind him. Is this dispute about friendship or partisanship?

December 3, 2020

Pittsburgh Attacks

WATCH: America’s Most Abused Minority Might Surprise You

People claim that Jews exaggerate the scope of anti-Semitism in society. The facts prove otherwise.

November 30, 2020

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Defining Anti-Semitism as a Jewish Problem is a Lose-Lose Proposition

As American Jews do little to fight this bigotry, non-Jews ask themselves: Why should we lead this battle?

November 15, 2020

William daroff

Leading US Jewish Group Urges ‘Unity, Respect for Diversity of Opinion’

With presidential election undecided and political tensions surging, US Jewish umbrella group urges unity.

November 6, 2020

BLM Philadephia

Anti-Semitic BLM Mob Attacks Jews at Philly Protest, Rejects Their Support

'This ain't your fight"' Masked BLM supporters swear at and shove Jewish men who came to show solidarity at Philadelphia protest.

October 30, 2020

American Rabbi ‘Blessed’ to Make Aliyah

Why make Aliyah now? It was time. Personally, professionally, and ideologically, it was time to make the move that is the mandate and destiny of all Jews.

July 30, 2020

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