American Jewry

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

The Jewish leader taking on Christian nationalism

How one US Jewish leader is taking on Chrisitan nationalism with Jewish values.

By ASAF ELIA-SHALEV/JTA
18/12/2024

'We recall the power of light within us': Bipartisan menorah lighting on Capitol Hill

Congressional leadership said that this symbolic show of unity reminded them of the true meaning of Hanukkah.

Creating Jewish comedy in a post-October 7 world with Elon Gold

American funnyman launches new podcast, ‘Stars of David’.

Despite war, these American Jewish athletes are choosing to pursue their careers in Israel

“I was already planning on moving to Israel and making aliyah, so it was a perfect opportunity to not be done playing soccer yet," said Rachel Dallet.

By JACOB GURVIS/JTA
12/12/2024

Antisemitism impacts 64% of American Jewish women's life, work and relationships

In their statement, Hadassah said it shared the report to "build awareness about how antisemitism is impacting women’s everyday lives."

American Conservative rabbi honored with pathway dedication in Herzliya

The event concluded with the unveiling of the street sign bearing Davidowitz's name, a reminder of his enduring contributions to Jewish and Israeli heritage.

Program prepares Jewish American high schoolers for antisemitism on US college campuses

Sinai Temple’s Beren Scholars Program trains Jewish high schoolers to combat antisemitism on college campuses, build interfaith allyships, and advocate for Jewish causes.

By CLINT VAN WINKLE/THE MEDIA LINE
05/12/2024
US presidential election race: Donald Trump and Kamala Harris (illustrative)

Almost one month after Election Day, here’s what we know about how Jews voted

Jewish voters supported Kamala Harris by somewhere between 63% and 71%, but Donald Trump won a higher percentage of Jews than he did in 2020. 

By RON KAMPEAS/JTA
05/12/2024

Bill developing plan transferring Weitzman Museum to Smithsonian awaits awaits Biden sign-off

A bill aimed at studying the potential transfer of the museum to the Smithsonian Institution unanimously passed the Senate and now awaits President Biden's signature. 

Jews, Israelis in US suffer discrimination in labor market amid war

"This research reveals how American Jews and Israelis may miss out on opportunities in the job market only because of their identity," Dr. Tomlin stated.

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