Let’s Stand Together in D.C. on Nov. 10
The Stand Together unity rally in Washington, D.C., is an opportunity to demonstrate support for Israel and the fight against hate and antisemitism, write William C. Daroff and Eric D. Fingerhut.
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Tobias Vogelstein died from complications of brain cancer on Nov. 23, 2023, at the age of 32. (Provided photo)
Touched by Tobias
A new local nonprofit with a mission to eradicate loneliness honors the memory of the late Tobias Vogelstein.
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Ambassador Tina S. Kaidanow "was an extraordinary diplomat,” wrote former U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Wendy R. Sherman. (Photo courtesy of Sol Levinson & Bros.)
Tina S. Kaidanow, Former U.S. Ambassador to Kosovo, Dies at 59
The Baltimore-raised Kaidanow served as a career member of the U.S. Foreign Service for more than three decades.
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Dr. Melissa R. Klapper: "While historians do not like to apply contemporary standards to the past per se, there is no doubt that Emma was racist. She believed African Americans were inferior to white people and that slavery was a positive good." (Provided Photo)
New Book by Baltimore Native Melissa Klapper Sheds Light on Jewish Pro-Confederacy Diarist
“The Civil War Diary of Emma Mordecai” offers a glimpse into the mind of an unmarried Jewish woman living in Richmond during America’s bloodiest conflict.
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A scene from the 2023 March for Israel rally in Washington, D.C. (File photo by Robyn Stevens Brody)
Associated to Provide Transportation to National Unity Event in D.C.
Held as part of the Jewish Federations of North America’s General Assembly, the G.A. National Unity Event will be held on Nov. 10 at 3 p.m. at Nationals Park in the nation’s capital.
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At the Charles Bronfman Prize's recent 20th anniversary celebration at the Jewish Museum in New York, numerous prize recipients talked about the positive ripple effect that receiving the prize has had on their work. (Photo by Claudio Papapietro, courtesy of JTA)
Jewish Prize Turbocharges the Work of Jewish Humanitarians
Since its founding in 2004, the annual Charles Bronfman Prize has spotlighted innovators under the age of 50 in the Jewish community.
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Nichole Baccala Ward: “We know that TBC’s future holds even greater promise built on a foundation of 50 years of excellence." (Provided photo)
Nichole Baccala Ward Named Sole Owner of TBC Creative Agency
While celebrating its 50th anniversary and new ownership, TBC bids farewell to one of its co-founders, Allan Charles.
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Yifaat and Ayala Asher, mother and sister of IDF soldier Liam Asher, sang the Acheinu prayer at the community's memorial program commemorating the one-year anniversary of the Oct. 7 tragedy. (Photo by David Stuck)
Community Observes One-Year Anniversary of Oct. 7th Attack in Israel
Among the speakers at the two-hour gathering at Pikesville’s Beth El Congregation were Gov. Wes Moore and Sen. Ben Cardin.
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Israelis Abroad: Chevy Chase resident Vered Guttman (left) and Eleanor Reich, a student at New York's Columbia University, participate in political activism surrounding the Israel-Hamas war. (Photos courtesy of JTA)
How Oct. 7th Changed Being an Israeli Living in America
Both temporary expats and those who left for good say the last year has altered their relationship to their Israeli identity.
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Hillel is focused on supporting Jewish students who are seeking information and educational resources about antisemitism on college campuses. (Hillel International)
Hillel Unveils Programs and Resources for Jewish Students for the New School Year
With colleges around the country experiencing unprecedented antisemitic and anti-Israel activities, Hillel International and its campus chapters are reaching out to students.
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Judge Rules University Must Allow Pro-Palestinian Group to Hold Oct. 7 Event at College Park
The ruling states that the school violated the free speech rights of Students for Justice in Palestine by revoking its permit.
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