Why Does The Oxford English Dictionary Say Some Ethnic Slurs Are ‘Derogatory’ But Not Others?
New definitions in the OED show that even something as mundane as a dictionary can help elevate and circulate bigoted language.
National Review Shouldn’t Join The Left In Blaming Jews For Antisemitism
Too many articles about antisemitism, including this one from National Review, explain away recent attacks with ‘context’ the writers would never offer in discussing any other racial, religious, or ethnic minority group.
People Who Play The Antisemitism Blame Game Are Part Of The Problem
With each new antisemitic attack, the left and right bicker about whose side is to blame for the escalation. Meanwhile, American Jews bear the brunt of our inability to unite against antisemitism.
Pretending Racism Against Jews Is Only The Right’s Problem Is Fueling It
It just shouldn’t be this hard for our leaders to recognize and condemn antisemitism. Without widespread pushback, antisemitism will become normalized. That opens the door to more dangers.
Does American Jewry’s Future Include Officers Guarding Us In Riot Gear?
The level of security at synagogues and Jewish schools has only increased since 9/11. This situation isn’t normal, yet it’s American Jews’ new normal.
How This Auschwitz Victim Rose Above Identity Politics To Find Life’s True Meaning
Edith Stein’s story appears ripe for appropriation as a cudgel with which to beat traditional ideas regarding God, politics, and sex. But she chose an approach other than resentment and anger.
‘Never Again’ Requires Promoting Religious Freedom For All
Religious communities are being persecuted globally, from shootings to sexual abuse. People from more than 100 countries convened to fight these atrocities.
The First Amendment Shouldn’t Be An Empty Promise To American Jews
Since Congress just introduced the first-ever resolution to boycott Israel, the DOJ’s combating anti-Semitism event couldn’t have come at a better time.
How To ‘Shine A Light’ Against The Growing Darkness Of Anti-Semitism
Several speakers reminded the overwhelmingly Christian audience (with a smattering of observant Jews) that anti-Semitism is a cancer, and it’s everybody’s problem.
Forum Reflects On Rising Concerns For Jews Across The World
A shift in tone at the 2019 AJC Global Forum seems to be a sign of these trying political times and the recent spike in anti-Semitism.
Creative Project Brings Real-Life Holocaust Stories To Instagram
As the Holocaust survivor generation dies out, we have a special obligation to keep sharing their stories. But is Instagram an inappropriate medium?
Airbnb’s Anti-West Bank Policy Shows Why Laws Against BDS Matter
In another year, finding 21 Democrats willing to support pro-Israel legislation should have been a cakewalk. However, 2019 is not any old year.
Infanticide Is The Historical Hallmark Of A Pagan Culture
Judeo-Christian principles helped to form our culture, and Christianity is deeply pro-life. Until now, restraining evil as Christianity defines it bound Americans together with a common creed.
Latest Ilhan Omar Interview Adds Weight To Charges She’s Anti-Jew
In a recent interview with Yahoo News, Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) revealed both an astonishing ignorance about American foreign policy and renewed questions about her anti-Semitism.
Why Is Non-Jew David Hogg Speaking At A Jewish Event About Gun Control?
For conservative-leaning Jews nationwide, it is painful to watch the transformation of liberal Judaism into simply a leftist advocacy group.
No, Pence Did Not Invite A Messianic Jew To Pray For Pittsburgh
In this time of genuine coming together to mourn and stand in solidarity against hate, more hatred and division are simply unwelcome.
If The Left Truly Opposed Bigotry, They Would Stop Ignoring Anti-Semitism
Fighting hate is a much larger challenge than simply banning random Nazis from the internet or blaming President Trump for ‘dog whistles.’
How California’s LGBT Therapy Ban Could Ban Christianity Itself
It is ostensibly a ban on gay and transgender ‘conversion therapy,’ but the bill’s vague and sweeping text could affect essentially every institution of every religion that affirms sexual complementarity.
What Israel’s Struggles With Monotheism Say About Our Own Failures
Humans often seem to require dramatic crises to clarify our problems and direct our attention to what is truly paramount. One of the most striking examples is the story of the Jewish people.
Francisco De Zurbarán’s Jacob And 12 Sons Are Perfect Viewing For Holy Week And Passover
‘Zurbarán’s Jacob and His Twelve Sons,’ a current Frick exhibit, brings together for the first time in this country 13 monumental paintings of the biblical patriarch Jacob and his 12 sons.
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