Andrew Silow-Carroll is editor in chief of the New York Jewish Week and senior editor of the Jewish Telegraphic Agency. He previously served as JTA’s editor in chief and as editor in chief and CEO of the New Jersey Jewish News.
Andrew Silow-Carroll
By Andrew Silow-Carroll
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A new book describes 'Christmas in the Yiddish tradition'
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Fast Forward Sarah Hurwitz, former Obama speechwriter, creates firestorm with remarks about Holocaust education
The author’s comments on how Holocaust education shapes young people’s views of Israel prompt criticism from progressives, human rights advocates and pro-Palestinian activists
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A new book recalls the “The Great Christmas Boycott of 1906,” when immigrants fought for the separation of church and state in public schools
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Jewish organizations are split along ideological and strategic lines over how to interact with the mayor-elect
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Buchdahl had faced public and private criticism for declining to sign a rabbinic letter condemning Mamdani
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Fast Forward Rabbis Angela Buchdahl and Elliot Cosgrove show the split in the pulpit over political endorsements
Should a rabbi endorse a candidate? Two influential leaders offer different answers on a question vexing synagogues
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With the hostages home, Jews struggle to let go of the prayers and rituals that grew out of Oct. 7
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In a new book, the former White House speechwriter says it’s time for Jews to reclaim their story from the haters
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