Vote through May 4 in election for World Zionist Congress

Vote through May 4 in election for World Zionist Congress

Just a few days are left to vote in an election that gives American Jews an opportunity to directly shape Israel’s future.The U.S. election for seats in the 39th World Zionist Congress will help determine the balance of power in the legislative authority of a Zionist...

Celebrating Moms

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Laura Gauld, an educator in Bath, Maine, describes a mother’s role in three, distinct stages. To a young child, a mom is a drill sergeant: “Brush your teeth before bed,” or “Hold my hand when we cross the street.” In the middle years, the mom becomes a manager: “Don’t...

May is Jewish American Heritage Month

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Established in 2006 when President George W. Bush proclaimed May as Jewish American Heritage Month, the designated month acknowledges Jewish contributions to American culture, history, military, science, government, and more.The proclamation by President Bush was a...

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Fri, 25 Apr 2025 21:09:11 +0000

Chicago mayor donned keffiyeh for Arab Heritage Month event, sparking outcry from Jewish groups

"Symbols matter," said a representative of the Combat Antisemitism Movement about Brandon Johnson's attire.

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Fri, 25 Apr 2025 20:18:28 +0000

The invitation said, ‘No Jews.’ The response from campus officials, at least, was real.

A social media post sent Jewish leaders and campus officials at the Savannah College of Art and Design into action.

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Fri, 25 Apr 2025 19:04:50 +0000

Trump administration restores student visas, but impact on pro-Palestinian protesters is unclear

The about-face comes amid mounting criticism over the crackdown from Jewish groups.

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Fri, 25 Apr 2025 17:11:55 +0000

Deborah Lipstadt says Trump’s campus antisemitism crackdown has ‘gone way too far’

In an interview, Lipstadt warned against a "potential weaponizing" of antisemitism.

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Ellen Manassee

NORFOLK - Ellen Manassee, a sharp, independent woman with a deep appreciation for the arts and culture, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2025, at...

Rebecca “Betty” Sacks

NORFOLK - Rebecca “Betty” Sacks, age 84, passed away peacefully at home on April 6, 2025.She is survived by her loving children, David (Kathy)...

Dana Cohen

NORFOLK - Dana Cohen, 92, passed away peacefully in her home on April 6, 2025.She was born in Lwow, Poland, the daughter of the late Mauricy Sygal...