Opinion

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  Trump’s reelection is devastating American Jews. Our tradition tells us how we should begin to move forward

  The future for the US looks bleak. But individuals — and communities — still have power

  By Emily Tamkin Nov 6, 2024 | 3 min read
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  Memo to Bill Ackman and Donald Trump: Spreading conspiracy theories isn’t good for the Jews

  Wealthy Jewish supporters of Donald Trump are embracing the sort of propaganda they should be warning against

  By Jay Michaelson Sep 23, 2024 | 4 min read
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  Israel’s next war front: Why Lebanon is different than Gaza

  The fight by Iran and Hezbollah is not for justice or self-determination, but an orchestrated campaign of aggression

  By Dan Perry Sep 22, 2024 | 5 min read

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• Jodi Rudoren The latest casualty of the Israel-Hamas war is a volunteer police chaplain program in New Jersey

  

• Jay Michaelson We can be thankful this year — and Jewish wisdom can help

  

• Rob Eshman Christmukkah is old news. This year, try merging Hanukkah with an ancient Persian holiday

  

• Nora Berman Since Oct. 7, my daughter has become anti-Israel, and I’m grieving

  

• Dan Perry Netanyahu throws cold water on hostage deal prospects, and reminds us what a curse he is for Israel

  

• Emily Tamkin It’s been a dark year. The holidays are challenging. Let Isaac Bashevis Singer guide you

  

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