Ab Cahan
The ideological journey of the Forverts in the first half of the 20th century
In his new book, Gennady Estraikh writes that the Forverts was once heavily influenced by the Russian Jewish intelligentsia.
The Forward was a socialist mainstay — until it endorsed FDR. What changed?
How could the Forward, which built its reputation on its staunch Socialist politics, have gotten in bed with the Democrats?
What Royal Weddings Mean For American Jews — Then And Now
The royal wedding of Elizabeth and Philip in 1947 held powerful symbolism for Jews worldwide.
The Incredible, Mysterious, And Sometimes Even Erotic Dream Diary Of Ab Cahan
What was going on in the subconscious of Forward founder Ab Cahan? Thanks to the rediscovery of his dream diary, now we know.
Why The Balfour Declaration Didn’t Impress The Forverts Editor
Forverts editor Ab Cahan wrote in 1917 no Diaspora Jews would uproot their lives and move to the land of Israel.
120 Years Of The Forward: On Day 2 Of Meat Strike, Editor Cahan Lauds Women
An editorial from May 1902 lauds the Jewish women of the Lower East Side for their fight against ‘the blood-soaked tyranny of a gang of meat thieves.’
Jewish Writers Star At New American Writers Museum
“Jewish writing is a literature of immigration — Ab Cahan and Henry Roth had to be there.”
120 Years Ago, The Forward Published Its Very First Issue
120 years ago, the Forward started with a one-page edition that cost one penny.
Celebrate Our 120th Anniversary With Us, All Year Long!
Today we’re kicking off an exciting celebration – and we’re thrilled you’re part of it. The Forward turns 120 this month – it’s a milestone in Jewish years, and a momentous birthday.
The Return of 'The Rise of David Levinsky'
‘The Rise of David Levinsky’ was once trumpeted as the next ‘Fiddler on the Roof.’ Now, the collaboration between the late Isaiah Sheffer and Bobby Paul is getting a second shot.