African americans
The chef who blends kosher and soul talks Juneteenth, food as a form of resistance
“There are very few ways we can know the people who fed into our gene pool. But when we eat the same food, there’s this sense of continuity.”
The Democratic Candidates Are Failing Black Voters
Giving “talking point” answers, rather than substantive ones, Democrats are failing to prove that they can help the black community.
When Our School Integrated, We Jewish Kids Were The Only White Ones Who Didn’t Boycott
While all of his white classmates stayed home when his school was desegregated, Howard Lovy was proud to be in attendance.
How Long Will Black People Have To Wait To Be Truly Liberated?
“154 years after the original Juneteenth, it’s melancholic at best. There’s less celebration, more consternation…more frowned reflection.”
It’s Time For Jews To Say Dayenu And Speak Up For African Americans
Where are the Abe Lincoln’s in our government’s leadership today?
Juneteenth Offers Us A Day For Celebration, Reflection, And Healing
“Juneteenth is an important reminder to all of us of why we fight for freedom.”
A New Black-Jewish Caucus Aims For Solidarity — But Will Israel Get In The Way?
“I fear that the same problems that have stood in the way of Black/Jewish alliances will continue to plague this Caucus….Israel/Palestine.”
Healthcare Is The Civil Rights Issue Of Our Time
Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez represent the Democratic future with the recognition that health care is a civil rights issue.
Actually, Commentary, There Are Tons Of Jews Who Are Also African-Americans
Over 100,000 of them.
Purim Project Tells Women Of Color’s Stories, In Esther’s Honor
Jewish holidays and narratives often fail to acknowledge the critical stories of these women.