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He spent the afternoon giving out autographs, taking photos, and dancing with the campers on their final day at camp.
Squeezed from Both Sides
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Unlike the DSA members who attack Israel as a matter of political conviction (albeit dangerously misguided conviction), Vance’s criticisms are instead the product of pure political calculation. It’s hard to know which is worse.
To Honor America’s Birthday, Jewish Journal Launches “250 Reasons to Thank America”
June 30, 2026
In our newly-released e-book “250 Reasons to Thank America,” we express our gratitude again and again and again, for big ideas and small touches.
Happy Unrequited Birthday, America!
June 29, 2026
With the milestone of July 4th imminent, there’s an appalling amount of doom and gloom about America by its own citizenry—even elected officials. The celebratory mood is mixed, if not altogether nihilistic.
250 Reasons to Thank America
June 29, 2026
America’s 250th birthday arrives at a time when things have been especially lousy for Jews. But gratitude is a great Jewish value, so we’ve created a very special birthday present: an e-book with 250 reasons to be grateful for America.
How Democratic Socialists Are Killing the American Dream
June 29, 2026
There’s no bigger priority today for American Jewry than to repair the fraying U.S.-Israel relationship. And there’s no better way to begin that process than by showing how much we care for this country.
Prizmah and Jewish New Teacher Project Join Together to Strengthen Jewish Day Schools
June 29, 2026
Jewish New Teacher Project (JNTP), which helps Jewish day school educators gain and maintain their classroom skills, is becoming part of Prizmah, an organization that unites Jewish day schools and yeshivas in North America.
The Antisemitism We Keep Missing
June 29, 2026
The struggle against antisemitism will be won, or lost, in the everyday spaces where people decide who belongs.
Rabbis of LA | Rabbis Camras and Vogel Are Retired, But Not Retiring
June 28, 2026
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AJU Maas Center Names Senior Rabbi, JFSLA Volunteer Appreciation Awards, New Chaplain
June 28, 2026
Notable people and events in the Jewish LA community.
The Life and Times of Zeda Max – Part 1
June 28, 2026
The life of Zeda Max was chockfull of interesting anecdotes and adventures.
The Hot Dog’s Jewish History
June 28, 2026
This July Fourth, when you grab a sausage and pop it into its bun, take a moment to remember these great Jewish heroes.
America is Different
June 26, 2026
It is time for American Jews to take control of their destiny. Just like they have in the past.
The Red Cow Promise – A poem for Parsha Chukat-Balak
June 25, 2026
I’m a rule follower. So when the Book says find an unblemished red cow that’s all I want to do.
A Bisl Torah — Choose the Side Road
June 25, 2026
How could we possibly keep going without taking the time to appreciate God’s beauty?
New Film Captures Maj. Gen. Doron Almog’s Meaningful Life and Hope for the Jewish People
June 25, 2026
A new documentary called “From October 6 to October 7,” which premiered in February at the 37th Israeli Film Festival in Los Angeles, is showing Doron’s life on the big screen.