Jewish Americans
Mayors from across US kick off Jewish American heritage month at Savannah celebration
Savannah Mayor Van Johnson noted, “Savannah was founded in February 1733, and Jews came in July. We’ve been able not only to co-exist but also be better because of each other.”
Michigan Democrats nominate Eli Savit, progressive Jewish prosecutor, for state attorney general
Democrats to weigh resolution condemning AIPAC, fueling concerns of antisemitism
Milwaukee rabbi and son ordered to pay $1,000 to muralist who reportedly praised Hamas in court
On the DNC sidelines, a Jew and a Palestinian from Chicago are leading a daily run for a ceasefire
Two marathoners lead daily runs at the DNC, uniting for peace and a Gaza ceasefire.
With presidential tickets now set, which way are US Jews leaning? - analysis
Harris maintains a narrow lead among Jewish voters, with 52.7% favoring her, compared to 45.9% for Trump.
In ‘The Singer Sisters,’ a Jewish folk music family makes it big from Greenwich to Lilith Fair
Sarah Seltzer sheds light on her recently published novel, embracing the depth of Jewish American culture with the highlights of 60s rock.
Kamala Harris's VP? Tim Walz’s record on Israel, Holocaust education and antisemitism
After Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack on Israel, Walz ordered flags in the state to be flown at half-mast, and criticized both the attack and those who chose not to condemn it.
US women's foil squad takes gold in Paris Olympics
Maia Weintraub and Jackie Dubrovich are among an outsized crop of Jewish fencers on the United States’ Paris team.
Meet JD Vance’s Jewish chief of staff, Jacob Reses
Reses is poised for an important role in the next administration, should Trump win, and a chance to put his ideas into action at the highest level of government.
Trump’s support among Jews surpassing Reagan levels, says philanthropist Harley Lippman
Harley Lippman explores Trump's growing support among Jewish voters and its implications for US-Israel relations.
American Jews threatening to cut off Israeli haredim who don't draft is a mistake - opinion
American Jews in particular are allergic to injustice, and to them, haredim should not sleep soundly under the blanket of IDF without lifting a finger themselves.
American Jews hope Benjamin Netanyahu’s DC visit boosts bipartisan support for Israel - interview
“While some see Netanyahu as a polarizing figure, this is an opportunity that he could seize."
Biden’s exit positions Doug Emhoff to become the first Jewish White House spouse
Since he came into the role in 2021, Emhoff has especially leaned into his position’s Jewish aspects, from lighting a menorah in the official residence to focusing on antisemitism.
