McDonald’s to Fund Kosher Ed
June 5, 2003
An Illinois court ruled May 20 that the world\’s most ubiquitous burger joint must sink $1 million into education about Judaism\’s kosher laws.
Rachel Pomerance
Berkeley Donors Linked to Terrorists
May 8, 2003
Funders of UC Berkeley\’s Center for Middle Eastern Studies have links to Al-Qaeda, according to a campus Jewish newspaper.
Jews Vulnerable in Muslim Lands
March 27, 2003
As the U.S. military pounds Iraq, Jewish communities in Muslim countries may become increasingly vulnerable.
Ramon Memorialized Across America
February 6, 2003
The groundswell of emotion in response to Ilan Ramon\’s death has not only been a great inspiration for American Jews, it also has helped strengthen the bond Americans feel for Israel.
\”It\’s a state of mourning for the whole nation. Our school is no different,\” said Joseph \”J.P.\” Schwarcz, 18, a Yeshiva University freshmanin New York.
At the same time, Schwarcz was quick to note the distinct status of Israel\’s representative on board, Ramon, as a role model for Jews.
\”Throughout the whole week, our deans have come into our class and discussed with us how we should be just like Ilan Ramon,\” he said.
In mourning the tragic flight of the whole Columbia crew, Jews across America are especially touched by the loss of Ramon. Whether Jews saw him as pioneer or peacemaker, most saw him as the best of the Jewish people.
Palestinian Supporters Gift-Wrap Message
October 17, 2002
In the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the United States is considered Israel\’s last remaining key ally. Aiming to change that, the anti-Israel movement on college campuses has adopted a message rooted in bedrock American ideals.
Jewish Groups Help Sept. 11 Victims
September 5, 2002
The stench in New York after Sept. 11 reminded Julia Millman of Europe.
Pain in the Pocketbook
August 22, 2002
Shortly after September 11, when the Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles (JFGLA) renewed its insurance policy, it found that rates nearly doubled.
This year, it will be even worse, according to Jack Klein, the Federation\’s executive vice president and chief operating officer.
Americans Fight Terror With Aliyah
July 11, 2002
Nearly 400 North American Jews — 150 under the age of 12 — who made aliyah in what is believed to be the largest group of North Americans to immigrate at one time to Israel.
Mating Call or Terrorist Revenge?
March 7, 2002
A new weapon may have emerged in the Palestinians\’ battle against Israel — the "siren call."
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