American Jewry

2024 General Assembly launches with urgency, determination

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We asked Jewish leaders about their priorities under a second Trump term

Jewish nonprofit leaders express diverse reactions to Trump’s presidency, highlighting key priorities on immigration, antisemitism, LGBTQ+ rights, and more.

By ANDREW SILOW-CARROLL/JTA
11/11/2024

Trump doesn't include Jews while thanking a ‘historic coalition’ for his election

In his victory speech, Trump hails a diverse voter coalition, from Black to Muslim Americans, while Jewish voters stand apart.

By RON KAMPEAS/JTA
07/11/2024

American Jews across ideologies, battleground states react to second Trump presidency

From campus safety to Israel policy, Jewish Americans share hopes and fears for the future as some celebrate victory while others vow to "get louder."

A 10 point plan for Trump from someone who worked to defeat him

Three-quarters of Israelis would vote for Trump, yet only one-quarter of American Jews did.

By STAN POLOVETS
06/11/2024
 World Jewish Congress President Ronald Lauder seen at the Jerusalem Post Annual Conference in NY

Jewish organizations offer congratulations, concerns as Trump elected 47th president of US

The World Jewish Congress and the Combat Antisemitism Movement congratulated Trump on winning the elections.

Meet the suburban Philly rabbis providing Election Day pastoral care for anxious congregants

No one is looking for the rabbis to tell them what to do, Witkowsky said. It’s more of people just wanting to talk.

Home Depot co-founder and philanthropist Bernie Marcus dies at 95

In addition to his philanthropy, Marcus was an outspoken advocate for free-market capitalism and small businesses.

By THE MEDIA LINE STAFF
05/11/2024
American and Israeli Jews [Illustrative]

US Jews purchases of Israel-made Judaica items surge following Oct. 7

Despite the increased prices, Jewish Americans ongoing interest in Israeli made Judaica items indicates their willingness to show support with war-torn Israeli businesses.

Ilan Goldenberg: Harris campaign is not taking Jewish voters for granted

Goldenberg said Trump can't be relied on for anything, especially after his former national security advisors and people who worked for him said he couldn't be trusted. 

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