US politics

Israel must not write off the Democratic party, but rather show it the truth

As America changes, so does its attitudes about Israel, especially a not insignificant part of the US population that views the world through a "social justice" prism.

Members of Congress introduce bill calling for coordinated federal efforts to counter antisemitism

The bill will establish a National Coordinator to Counter Antisemitism within the White House who would serve as the president's principal adviser on countering domestic antisemitism.

This is the speech President Biden needs to give

The speech would respond to concerns of his progressive base, ease tensions between US and Israel, send a message to Hamas, among others.

By TED FLUM
09/04/2024

Families of American-Israeli hostages: 'We are tired of hearing about progress towards a deal'

The six-month mark comes amid a breaking point in tensions between Jerusalem and Washington.

Pro-Palestinian protest vote campaign claims success in NY primary, exact numbers are unclear

Comparisons with previous elections are also difficult to gauge. In 2020, blank votes made up around 8% of all ballots in the Democratic party’s presidential primary.

By LUKE TRESS/JTA
05/04/2024

My stepfather, Joe Lieberman, modeled integrity inside and out

Senator Joe Lieberman would have been a star pupil in Rabban Gamliel’s academy.

By RABBI ETHAN TUCKER/JTA
03/04/2024

Trump: 'Country will cease to exist if we don't win elections'

Under the banner “Stop Biden’s Border Bloodbath,” Trump spoke of the situation on the US borders, deeming it a catastrophe.

Gaza must receive the 'Hiroshima and Nagasaki' treatment, US congressman says

Tim Walberg also linked Iran and Russia to Hamas's war effort and added, "probably North Korea and China's in there too."

Hundreds of mourners hail ‘supreme mensch’ Joe Lieberman at pioneering Jewish politician’s funeral

Lieberman's funeral celebrates bipartisan spirit and political tolerance, honoring his warmth and commitment to reconciliation.

By LUKE TRESS/JTA
30/03/2024

Joe Lieberman's former chief of staff calls senator 'single most wonderful man' he's met

Michael Lewan told The Jerusalem Post working for Lieberman was the "single best career move" he's ever made.

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