The Surprising Quirks and Lesser-Known Pleasures of My Dad, Jacob Neusner
Even famous scholars of Judaism love Life Savers and ‘Judge Judy.’
Hillary Clinton and the Myths Jewish Democrats Like To Tell Themselves
Noam Neusner explains why Democrats are about to be let down by the candidacy — and, if she wins, the presidency — of Hillary Clinton.
Don’t Apologize for Being Jewish — to the Left or the Right
If you cower in the face of the progressive left or the alt-right, you are rejecting all the things that we have worked for, Noam Neusner writes.
How Republican Jews Utterly Failed To Prevent Rise of 'Toxic' Donald Trump
These are dark days for Republicans, Noam Neusner writes. What can party stalwarts take away from this politically life-changing moment, and how will they rebuild?
The Intifada Will Be Live Streamed — Is That Bad?
If the third intifada erupts, the role of social media will be unprecedented. Noam Neusner explains who the winners will be if this uprising is waged on YouTube and Facebook.
Why Eric Cantor's Loss Will Hurt Jewish Democrats, Too
Liberal Jews are dancing gleefully on Eric Cantor’s political grave. But Noam Neusner writes they shouldn’t gloat — his loss is a sign of big trouble for them too.
A Conspicuous Silence in Congress
Democrats in Congress have not vocally supported the new interim nuclear deal with Iran, writes Noam Neusner. Could this be a sign that they are ready to turn on the president?
At Scandal-Plagued IRS, Agents Make Crucial Judgments About God and Taxes
Of all the things we’ve learned about the Internal Revenue Service, the most amazing is this: The tax man (or woman) has a keen sense for the proper place for God in our lives.
Carnage and Courage
When terror struck, exhausted Boston Marathon runners helped the injured. Noam Neusner, who completed the race, says that teaches us a vital lesson about perseverence in the face of evil.
Let's Turn Jewish Practice Into Something Competitive
Would you wear a JewBelt, a device to measure how seriously you take your religion? Practice makes perfect, and Noam Neusner argues Judaism needs to up its game.