Diaspora Jews

 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.

Josh Stein defeats Mark Robinson to become North Carolina’s first Jewish governor

Stein, 58, is a centrist Democrat who is the son of a prominent civil rights lawyer.

By RON KAMPEAS/JTA
06/11/2024

Behind the ballot: Jewish residents of Queens share their voting intentions

We spoke with several residents in Queens' predominantly Jewish neighborhoods to understand their motivations and concerns ahead of Election Day.

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

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. 

Philly's religious Jews mobilize for voter turnout amid antisemitism concerns

Philly's religious Jews working to drive voter turnout; mostly concerned about antisemitism this election

Meet two rabbis who are trying to fight ‘toxic polarization’ — one Jewish text at a time

I spoke to Holzman and Schmelkin Thursday on Zoom, days before the 2024 election, in the hope that they could provide some encouragement, Jewish wisdom and practical advice.

By ANDREW SILOW-CARROLL/JTA
03/11/2024

It’s time for Jews to stand up and reshape Israel’s global image

We must return to our core essence and ensure the world sees us as we see ourselves: as one indivisible people, the nation of Israel.

By BONNIE SIEGEL
03/11/2024

I left Kansas City worried about antisemitism. What I learned in Europe gave me hope

These experiences taught me a powerful lesson: Even in situations that seem terrible, there’s always a positive outlook to take.

By ETHAN HOBBS/THE KANSAS CITY STAR/TNS
03/11/2024

Curses become blessings: Recognizing the challenges but also our strengths

We will emerge stronger than before once we retrench and reeducate ourselves, as well as other people of good will.

By DANIEL M. ROSEN
03/11/2024
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