The Trump transition team plans to introduce a mandatory civil service exam for all federal government employees. It is considerably shorter than its predecessors. Here’s the first draft. [Laurie Baron]
Satire: The Uncivil Service Exam Read More »
Lawrence Baron, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Trivia, Humor & Satire, USA
Every other month, the Jewish Community Center (JCC) comes alive with the buzz of community, culture, and preparation for Shabbat at the Shabbat Market. This unique event offers a perfect blend of practicality and festivity, giving attendees the chance to shop for Shabbat essentials, connect with friends old and new, and immerse themselves in the warmth of local Jewish life. [Miriam Gershenson]
Shabbat Market Brings Variety of Goods, Unity of Purpose Read More »
Albert Kreimerman, Business & Finance, Israel, Jewish Religion, Miriam Gershenson, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
Wiesel was convinced that the power of literature lies in its ability to galvanize human action. This includes the Bible. “The text is not – cannot be – neutral, nor is it an end in itself: it must serve to humanize our society.” Wiesel shows this in his discussions of Joshua, Elijah, Saul, Jeremiah, and Jonah’s lives and actions. [Rabbi Dr. Israel Drazin]
Elie Wiesel Was Fascinated by Joshua, Elijah, Saul, Jeremiah, and Jonah Read More »
Books, Poetry & Short Stories, Israel Drazin-Rabbi Dr., Jewish History, Jewish Religion, Staff and Bylined Contributors
Arielle Weiss and Asher Gold are home for the Thanksgiving holiday in Chicago and run into each other at the local neighborhood bar as they reunite with others from their Hebrew School class. They immediately locked eyes on each other and stepped away from the group to talk. Each received mixed signals. [Cailin Acosta]
Romance Novella Emphasizes Importance of True Communication Read More »
Books, Poetry & Short Stories, Cailin Acosta, Lifestyles, Staff and Bylined Contributors
President Joe Biden’s authorization of long-range U.S. missiles, specifically ATACMS, for strikes within Russian territory marks a significant policy escalation. While intended to bolster Ukraine’s defense and disrupt Russia’s strategies in Kursk, the decision risks intensifying the conflict, pushing it closer to dangerous global consequences. [Rabbi Dr. Michael Leo Samuel]
OpEd: A Geopolitical Game of Chicken with Putin Read More »
International, Michael Leo Samuel-Rabbi, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
U.S. Senator-elect Adam Schiff (D-California), interviewed by Univision 34’s Oswaldo Borraez, said the Trump campaign’s “demonization of immigrants and migrants” was “loathsome, and I think people voted for him not because of that kind of hate and divisiveness, but despite it, because they wanted to help with the economy.” [Donald H. Harrison]
The Jewish Citizen: Schiff Denounces ‘Demonization of Immigrants’ Read More »
Business & Finance, Donald H. Harrison, International, Israel, Middle East, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
Israeli-American actress, producer, author and social media influencer Noa Tishby told over 750 StandWithUs supporters on Sunday night that the fight against anti-Israel haters is “a marathon not a sprint” but predicted that “at the end of the day we’re going to be okay.” (Donald H. Harrison)
StandWithUs Gala Draws 750+ San Diegans in Support of Israel Read More »
Donald H. Harrison, Holocaust, Israel, Jewish History, Jewish Religion, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
The recent election season has been both challenging and polarizing across the country. However, here in San Diego, there were many encouraging results that offer hope and strength to the Jewish community and its allies. With candidates supported by “San Diegans Against Hate” achieving significant victories, our community can look toward a future fortified by leaders who stand unequivocally for inclusion and against discrimination. [Jared Sclar]
OpEd: Local San Diego County Elections Saw Jewish Allies Prevail Read More »
Israel, Opinion, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, Staff and Bylined Contributors
On a memorable evening at the JCC this past Friday, community members gathered to celebrate Shabbat in a unique and vibrant way, honoring four distinct Jewish cultures: South African, Mexican, Israeli, and American. Organized by SAJAC, KEN, IAC, and the JCC, the event brought together about 150 people—adults and children alike—for a potluck-style gathering full of music, fun, and fellowship. [Miriam Gershenson]
International Shabbat Prompted Jewish Mingling Among Four Cultures Read More »
International, Israel, Jewish Religion, Miriam Gershenson, San Diego County, Sports & Competitions, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
Gaetz’s nomination for attorney general has been criticized or opposed by the Jewish Council for Public Affairs, the American Jewish Committee, and the ADL. What else did Matt Gaetz do that has led to criticism by Jewish organizations and individuals? [Mark D. Zimmerman]
Jewish Trivia Quiz: Matt Gaetz Read More »
Mark D. Zimmerman, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Trivia, Humor & Satire, USA
At the beginning of his literary career he spoke in defense of French Jews against the attacks of antisemites. Socialist in his views, Lazare, fascinated by Jewish history, interpreted the social views of the prophets as an expression of the aspirations of working people (Social Ideals of the Jewish People, 1893). [Alex Gordon]
Jewish Biography: Bernard Lazare, An Early Defender of Alfred Dreyfus Read More »
Alex Gordon, Antisemitism, International, Jewish History, Staff and Bylined Contributors
Hawaii’s Democratic Gov. Josh Green, a physician formerly affiliated with the National Health Service Corps, says if Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is confirmed as Secretary of Health and Human Services, he will scare people from being vaccinated and many people, as a result, will die. [Donald H. Harrison]
I read that November is the “Month of Veganism.” A movement that started a few years ago was “Meat-less Mondays.” I think I decided to be vegetarian when I was about six or seven years old. My mom was not a good cook. Eating dry/burnt chicken and steaks that tasted like charcoal fueled my decision. [Cailin Acosta]
Vegans May Celebrate Thanksgiving with Tofurkey Dinner Read More »
Cailin Acosta, Israel, Jewish Religion, Obituaries & memorials, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, Science, Medicine, & Education, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Trivia, Humor & Satire, USA
To protect Jews in Europe – and the European way of life – AJC is calling for an emergency high-level meeting of relevant ministers from across Europe and for these officials to implement new enforcement, protection, and justice-related actions in the fight against antisemitism. [Press Release]
Europe-wide Meeting Urged to Combat Antisemitism Read More »
Antisemitism, International, Press Release, USA