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G.A.’s Savior Is the Russian Oligarch ‘Who Got Away’

By Gal Beckerman

In his lively introduction of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the recent General Assembly in Washington, Leonid Nevzlin reminded the audience just how unexpected and unusual a role this was for him.Read More


Yuri Foreman: Future Rabbi, Present World Champion

By Gordon Haber

Boxing is a sport for immigrants, for tough young men looking to make a living. Which is why it used to be a sport for American Jews. Before World War II, there were a number of superior Jewish fighters, like Benny Leonard, Barney Ross and Maxie Rosenbloom. But these days, the Jews in boxing tend to be promoters.Read More


Visa Issues Lead to a Shortage of Religious Staffers

By Nathan Guttman

A pathway used by many Jewish institutions to bring foreign religious and educational workers into the United States is tightening due to increased scrutiny from immigration authorities.Read More


With Federation Leaders, Obama Stresses Importance of Healthcare Reform

By Nathan Guttman

After canceling his scheduled speech at the Jewish federations’ General Assembly in light of the massacre at Fort Hood, President Barack Obama hosted a group of 50 federation leaders for a Monday evening reception at the White House.Read More


Bibi at GA: Restart Peace Talks Without Preconditions

By Nathan Guttman

Hours before entering the White House for a meeting with President Barack Obama, Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu used the podium at the General Assembly of Jewish federations to send a message to Obama, the Palestinians and the entire world.Read More


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