Cartoon illustration by Steve Greenberg. For more of his work visit his website.
Editor's Picks
What Ever Happened to the LA Times?
Dan Schnur
Who Are the Jews On Joe Biden’s Cabinet?
Ryan Torok
No Labels: The Group Fighting for the Political Center
Larry Greenfield
Latest Articles
Rosner’s Domain | Gaza Hunger: A Guide
Shmuel Rosner
Mourning Something We’ve Never Seen
Ariel Goldstein
Israel as Political Wellspring for the West: A Tisha b’Av Reflection
Rabbi Dr. Stuart Halpern
Fighting Antisemitism Before It’s Too Late
July 30, 2025
Fighting the “world’s oldest hatred” requires more than words. It demands that each sector of society that fuels harmful impressions about Israel and Jews examine how they have contributed to the toxic environment that has led to hateful words and violent acts against Jews.
The Curse with No Answer
July 30, 2025
People hate because they choose to hate and as tempting as it is to uncover the root cause of this hatred, it might just be an exercise in futility.
Epstein and Tisha b’Av
July 30, 2025
He took his life about 12 hours before the onset of Tisha b’Av, the saddest day on the Jewish calendar
Superman and the Jews
July 30, 2025
Much has been written about what a Jewish hero Superman is, from the fact that his creators were Jews to his Moses-like origin story, but perhaps what makes him most Jewish is the fact that he has a core narrative that still shifts and evolves to meet the needs of the moment.
Why Bibi Blinked
July 30, 2025
His decision temporarily saved the lives of Hamas terrorists, but it also rescued Palestinian children from starvation.
Influencing the Creator Economy ft. Gigi Robinson
July 29, 2025
After a brief summer hiatus Marla and Libby are back with some very exciting updates. Marla shares a huge turn of events in her relationship updates and how a canceled trip to Israel turned into spontaneous decision to explore France instead. Libby…
Two Jewish Women Among Dead in Manhattan Mass Shooting
July 29, 2025
Wesley LePatner remembered as “the most loving wife, mother, daughter, sister and relative.”
Wallis Annenberg, Philanthropist and Civic Leader in Los Angeles, Dies at 86
July 29, 2025
Under her leadership, the Annenberg Foundation distributed more than $3 billion to over 2,800 nonprofits, including many Jewish institutions in Los Angeles.
Settlement Reached in UC Antisemitism Case
July 29, 2025
The agreement includes policy measures and significant financial contributions aimed at addressing concerns raised by Jewish students and advocacy groups.
Four Dead in Midtown Manhattan Shooting, Including NYPD Officer
July 28, 2025
Authorities have not corroborated widely-spread allegations that the shooter shouted “Free Palestine” or anything about terrorism.
Macron’s Dangerous Delusion — Recognition of a Palestinian State Will Lead to More War & Terror
July 28, 2025
It is a gift to terrorism, an insult to international law, a betrayal of France’s own long-standing commitment to “Liberty, Equality, Fraternity” and democracy itself.
Potpourri of Bad News…for Jews
July 27, 2025
What we have here is antisemitism as surrealism. Paint the crooked contours and you have a Salvador Dalí. He, apparently, had no fondness for Jews, either.
Macron Can Recognize a Palestinian State, but Do Their Leaders Want It?
July 26, 2025
For Palestinian leaders, a two-state solution is a two-state nightmare that would eliminate their lucrative victim status while saving Zionism in the process.
Leading with Strength and Heart: Mayor Sharona Nazarian’s Vision for Beverly Hills
July 25, 2025
In many ways, Nazarian’s journey is the ultimate success story — fleeing oppression in one country and rising to prominence in another.
Rabbis of LA | Rabbi Denise Eger: Retired … Only More Active
July 25, 2025
In addition to writing, Eger’s focus has been her executive coaching practice: tutoring rabbis, ministers and non-profit executives – on Zoom – all over the U.S. and Canada. Since March, she has also been the interim executive director for A Wider Bridge.
“Oh Just Vote For Us”: How the Democratic Party Fell Down to Earth
July 25, 2025
In the soul searching that the Democratic party has begun, that is perhaps the point that stings the most: a sense that they “turned their back” on their base and took them for granted.
She’s 13. She’s Jewish. And This Is What Found Her
July 25, 2025
When my 13-year-old daughter forwarded me a number of posts she’d seen on Instagram—accusing Israel of genocide, twisting history into propaganda, and riddled with the same tired antisemitic tropes—I was shaken.
Tisha b’Av: Holiday of Wake-Up Calls
July 24, 2025
It behooves us, the Jewish people, to look in the mirror and remind ourselves of our noble and timeless mission to be a reflection.
More news and opinions than at a Shabbat dinner, right in your inbox.