Op/Ed: With time running out, we must engage with Holocaust survivors
By Julius Berman (JTA) — There are over 400,000 Jewish Holocaust survivors worldwide, but the survivor population is rapidly diminishing. As we prepare to celebrate…
Politics
The Jewish year in review: #MeToo, the embassy move, and a growing gap between Israel and the Diaspora
By Ben Harris (JTA) — For North American Jews, the Jewish year 5778 began with tensions between Israel and the Diaspora over egalitarian prayer at…
CIJA’s Packed Policy Agenda for the New Year
by Steve McDonald (August, 2018) – The High Holidays are a fitting time to take stock of the past year and clarify what we hope…
John McCain, senator who made human rights and Israel central to his foreign policy, dies at 81
By Ron Kampeas WASHINGTON (JTA) — Sen. John McCain, who made human rights and Israel centerpieces of his advocacy for a robust U.S. influence across…
Israel commits to Gaza reconstruction in Hamas cease-fire deal
JERUSALEM (JTA) — Israel has committed to the reconstruction of Gaza and discussing the possibility of airports and seaports in the Hamas-controlled coastal territory. Details…