American Jewry

A diverse community of the adherents to the Jewish faith in the United States, currently numbering some four million.

The majority of US Jews love Israel, just not Netanyahu

There will always be anti-Israel fringes in the Democratic Party, but they are a small minority in the party.

21/08/2024

American Jews who would vote for Trump should have their heads examined

He not only presents a clear and present danger to American Jews and Israel but to the world at large.

19/08/2024

David Mamet mesmerizes at the TLV Int’l Student Film Festival

At the Tel Aviv Film Festival, David Mamet shares his love for Israel, teases new projects, and delivers sharp humor and advice, staying true to his bold convictions.

From apathy to action: The revival of Jewish determination - opinion

Do we have the ability to turn the October 7 events extraordinary energy into tangible results?

Camp Ramah Sasson offers support retreats for Jewish families facing loss and illness

The Foundation for Jewish Camp CEO, noted, “Camp Ramah Sasson embodies the best of Jewish camp: leaning on community, ritual, and fun as a way to help families create treasured memories and bond."

By HOWARD BLAS
17/08/2024

Pittsburgh Jewish groups hope to quash a referendum that would force the city to boycott Israel

No city has seen a measure to boycott Israel brought to voters. And Pittsburgh’s measure has caused quite a stir.

By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA
17/08/2024

Barbra Streisand, Susie Essman and 30,000 others join ‘Jewish women for Kamala’ call

The call happened on the same night that Harris’ opponent, former President Donald Trump, gave a landmark speech on antisemitism in which he accused Harris of insufficiently supporting Israel.

By JACKIE HAJDENBERG/JTA
17/08/2024

One of Miami’s oldest synagogues plans to close next summer, citing costly upkeep

After more than a century, one of South Florida’s oldest Jewish synagogues is planning to move out by next summer.

By LAUREN COSTANTINO/MIAMI HERALD/TNS
13/08/2024

For the third time ever, MLB game featured a Jewish pitcher, catcher and batter at the same moment

The Jewish batter Max Lazar struck out in the bottom of the eighth inning, Diamondbacks outfielder Joc Pederson, is also Jewish.

By JACOB GURVIS/JTA
12/08/2024
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