And that’s why I’m here – no mission, no conference, no formal agenda. Just because I wanted to be with a place and a people I love. [David Bark]
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Leading Jewish organizations, announced on Thursday they have filed three federal complaints with the U.S. Department of Education against California State Polytechnic, Scripps College, and California’s Etiwanda School District alleging the schools are in violation of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. [Press Release]
Incorporating human figures are metallic “trees” Ben-David placed around the grounds, 3-D sculptural art works, and 3-D “paintings” All in all, the exhibit leaves a strong impression of Ben-David’s oeuvres. [Steve Kramer]
Cooling it in Jerusalem Read More »
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The U.S. Department of Justice announced Wednesday it has launched a civil rights probe into allegations of antisemitism at University of California campuses … [Times of San Diego]
Federal Justice Department to Probe Antisemitism at UCs Read More »
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Events seem to be happening at an ever-increasing pace, both in Israel and in the wider world. This may have something to do with the current occupant of the White House, who appears to have set himself the task of stirring up worldwide anxiety and mayhem, probably in order to gain greater control of everything and everyone. [Dorothea Shefer-Vanson]
Ukrainian, Israeli, and British Leaders’ Different Approaches to Donald Trump Read More »
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his initiative, amounting to 3.9 billion shekels, is aimed at addressing socio-economic disparities by investing in education, infrastructure, employment opportunities, and housing projects. [Miriam Gershenson]
Netanyahu Offers Improvement Plan for Druze and Circassian Communities Read More »
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“We thank the president and his team for their commitment to securing the release of all of the hostages Hamas is holding. He has made it clear that the return of all hostages is a priority for the United States. In its brutal, barbaric attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas murdered 1,200 Israelis and kidnapped some 250 others. Now, more than 515 days later, Hamas still holds Israelis hostage. [Press Release]
At a time when advocacy for Israel has become increasingly contentious, Farhoud Rastegar, a dentist with Smile Makeover Center in Mission Valley, has made his position clear: he stands with Israel and its right to defend itself. [Claudia Katsale]
Jewish Community Ally: Iranian-American Dentist Stands with Israel Read More »
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The raging siege of a facility at Barnard College, ferocious brawls that erupted in a Jewish neighborhood in Brooklyn, a vandalism spree at a Jewish frat house in San Diego, and we have yet to learn how to consistently confront such events. [Bruce S. Ticker]
Campus Antisemitism Back on the Rise Read More »
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People often reach out to us for guidance on buying a home in Israel – where to buy, what to buy, and how to navigate the process. Many already have a preferred city in mind, but if you’re unsure, how do you decide? [Gedaliah Borvick]
Primer on Home-Buying in Israel Read More »
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Harara approached Hirsch and demanded to know if he was a “Zionist.” When Hirsch refused to answer the question, Harara demanded that Hirsch leave the premises, threatened to call the police, subjected him to physical contact and verbal slurs. Harara raised his voice at Hirsch and he and another employee attempted to physically push Hirsch toward the exit. Harara stated, “this is a violent hat and you need to leave.” [Press Release]
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Stanisław Jerzy Lec, a prominent Polish satirist of Jewish origin, said: “The tragedy of an epoch is best conveyed by its laughter.” Lec, Yiddish for “jester, clown, mocker,” lived a short life full of suffering, during which he made people laugh. Sholom Aleichem said: “a Jew laughs to keep from crying.” Lec suffered a lot and, in order to endure this suffering with honor, he laughed a lot. He wrote: “When people do not have time to laugh – satire is born.” [Alex Gordon]
Jewish Biography: Stanislaw Jerzy Lec, Satirist who Survived the Shoah Read More »
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The Republican Jewish Coalition released the following statement applauding President Donald J. Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio for expediting military aid to Israel. [Press Release]
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Elio’s bitterly divorced parents were among those who lingered notwithstanding the hostile political climate. His mother was a queen bee of a social circle that included prominent Muslims, Coptic Christians and Jews. His father, a merchant, delayed his emigration decision and subsequently was unable to secure an exit permit even after paying bribes. [Donald H. Harrison]
Memoir Describes Nasser’s Egypt from a Jewish Boy’s Perspective Read More »
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