Jewish Americans

Michigan Democrats nominate Eli Savit, progressive Jewish prosecutor, for state attorney general

Eli Savit beat out another county prosecutor for the chance to succeed Dana Nessel, the state’s current AG, who is also a Jewish Democrat.

Eli Savit.
A crowd packs the United Center for the Democratic National Convention, Chicago, Aug. 21, 2024.

Democrats to weigh resolution condemning AIPAC, fueling concerns of antisemitism

A controversial pro-Palestinian mural in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, depicting a Jewish star turning into a swastika, put up by a Palestinian business owner on Sept. 14, 2024.

Milwaukee rabbi and son ordered to pay $1,000 to muralist who reportedly praised Hamas in court

CLOTHING DESIGNER Charlotte Johnson with a 1965 Barbie doll.

'Playmakers': How Jews shaped the American Dream through toys and teddy bears - review


CAM Weekly Antisemitism Report – Mass Synagogue Target Plot Foiled

An Alabama man was detained over an alleged plot to target multiple synagogues

Summary of Events Over Last Week

Are Jews who backed Brad Lander in primaries taking his advice and voting Mamdani?

Only 56% of the Jews who voted for the Jewish progressive Brad Lander express that Zohran Mamdani was their first option for the upcoming elections in New York.

New York mayoral candidate, State Rep. Zohran Mamdani is joined by fellow mayoral candidate Brad Lander during an election night gathering at The Greats of Craft LIC on June 24, 2025 in the Long Island City neighborhood of the Queens borough in New York City.

Jewish-American chess grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky dies unexpectedly at 29

Daniel Naroditsky, son of a Ukranian immigrant, had begun playing chess at the age of 6. His influence extended beyond the chessboard, according to the International Chess Federation.

Jewish-American chess grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky

Catsimatidis, Rosenberg urge Republican mayoral nominee Sliwa to drop out of race to defeat Mamdani

Both Catsimatidis and Rosenberg reasoned Sliwa must drop out in order to maximize the chances of Andrew Cuomo, the ex-governor who’s running as an independent and polling as the runner-up to Mamdani.

Republican nominee Curtis Sliwa speaks during a mayoral debate at Rockefeller Center on October 16, 2025 in New York City.

Who is the 83-year-old Jewish activist that stars in Zohran Mamdani’s campaign ads?

Zohran Mamdani's mayoral campaign highlights 83-year-old Jewish activist Rosalind Petchesky, a key supporter whose activism with JVP and opposition to Israel has shaped his political rise.

New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani speaks during a press conference in New York City, U.S., September 3, 2025.

Rosh Hashanah 2025: Pittsburgh's Jewish students see 'increase in Jewish joy' ahead of new year

As they worked, they snacked on popcorn and tortilla chips - and caramel apples, which served as a representation of the hope for a sweet and prosperous year ahead.

Exterior sign for University of Pittsburgh, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, November 1, 2020

A breathtaking trip in Colorado and New Mexico: From the Million Dollar Highway to the Oppenheimer

Traveling through Colorado and New Mexico can offer both amazing experiences and moments that scare you half to death, while learning about Jewish history.

THE DURANGO-Silverton Railroad.

British, Australian, Canadian, French Jewish groups decry recognition of Palestinian state

Jewish groups warned that the expected moves by their governments to recognize a Palestinian state at the United Nations General Assembly this week would embolden extremists.

 A man holds a placard reading "Free Palestine" in Paris, France, during a demonstration, to protest after Israel seized the British-flagged yacht, Madleen was aiming to deliver a symbolic amount of aid to Gaza, June 9, 2025.

Jew-hating New Mexico teen charged for shooting threats after Charlie Kirk assassination

Jace Allen allegedly threatened to commit mass murder targeting Jews and other minorities in a series of X posts, and made a direct threat against an Ohio local politician.

 (Illustrative) TURNING POINT USA executive director Charlie Kirk speaks at US President Donald Trump’s Inauguration Day ceremony at the Capital One Arena in Washington on January 20, 2025.

Pairing with A Lifeline of Giving: Max August Stands with Israel’s Widows and Orphans

By mobilizing donors and raising awareness, August strengthens the IDF Widows and Orphans Organization’s vital mission of hope, healing, and support.

Max August and IDFWO CEO Shomi Nahumson at the IDFWO 2025 Academic Scholarship Event in Tel Aviv.