Joel H. Cohen

By Joel H. Cohen NEW YORK–In one room of the White House, President Trump is practicing how to sneeze aloud, while nearby an aide is ironing half a dozen of the president’s red ties. The two activities reflect elements of Jewish superstition that Trump has decided to adopt as his own. “I’ve always loved Jewish […]

By Joel H. Cohen NEW YORK– Kvelling over the success of what he termed his “unbelievably wonderful” seders last year, President Trump is planning another “very special” celebration this year, combining elements of the 2017 events with new ones. The seders, “tributes to my Jewish relatives, staff members and so many Jewish friends, will make

By Joel H. Cohen NEW YORK — “Liar, liar, pants on fire” originated only as a childhood taunt. But President Trump – stung by present-day accusations that many of his utterances deserve that rating — is concerned that, one day, the punishment might literally come true. And so, he’s commissioned a line of flame-retardant trousers. “I’m

  By Joel H. Cohen NEW YORK — President Trump wished world Jewry a happy Purim last week, but at the same urged that Jews take seriously Haman’s protestations of innocence. Attacking what he called the “corrupt media” of ancient Persia and modern publications throughout the world, he asked rhetorically: “Whatever happened to due process?”

By Joel H. Cohen NEW YORK — Remember the song, “It’s My Party and I’ll Cry if I Want To’? What brings it to mind is the report of attendance at President Trump’s recent Chanukah party. Anyone who’s hosted a celebration and had many on the guest list ignore or turn down the invitation, can

By Joel H. Cohen NEW YORK — Determined to “make Judaism great again,” President Trump said his first step is bringing Chanukah “to its full potential.” He’s already begun moving toward that goal by ordering the construction of extra-large wooden and plastic dreidels for the White House, Mar-a- Lago, Trump Tower in New York City and

By Joel H. Cohen NEW YORK — President Trump has just named his “top ten” heroes of Hebrew ancient history in an exclusive interview with Sedra Inquirer Magazine’s religion reporter. He was prepped for the session by his daughter Ivanka and son-in-law Jared, who read him Bible stories and accounts of other notable figures from

By Joel H Cohen NEW YORK –Have you ever wondered what a Bible figure’s press briefing would have been like? Well, here’s the recently discovered transcript of one given by King David’s press secretary, Ezekiel (Zeke). Publications represented included the Negev News, Gaza Gazette and Tiber Times. Reporters: Eli, Dan, Avi, and Nate. Zeke: Shalom.

By Joel H. Cohen NEW YORK — Anyone hearing strange, guttural sounds emanating from the White House, Trump Tower in New York or Mar-a-lago in Florida need not be concerned. There’s a logical explanation (sort of). It starts with President Trump’s recent – pardon the expression – crusade to get storekeepers and just about everyone

By Joel H. Cohen NEW YORK– JLo, the Jewish Lawyers Organization – not to be confused with Jennifer Lopez, the actress – will honor President Trump and his administration for “incredible job creation,” namely for attorneys, many of them Jewish. A JLo official said: “Candidate Trump promised unbelievable strides in creating jobs. And now, President Trump

By Joel H. Cohen NEW YORK– To connect emotionally and politically with Jews everywhere, President Trump tried fasting on Yom Kippur this year. His decision to experience the nearly 27-hour ritual of self-denial came after aides discovered a highly controversial phrase in his first draft of a High Holy Day message to the Jewish community. The