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Study: Since October 7, American rabbis have been talking about Israel more often in their sermons
The study, conducted using AI tools, found that sermons in synagogues across denominations tended to focus on politics and Israel, especially after October 7, 2023.
Antisemitism
Antisemitism
Resisting the ‘Academic Intifada’: Prof. Gil Troy Strikes a Blow for Israel, the West, Hope
CBN News spoke recently with Troy about his new book, To Resist the Academic Intifada, on the demonization of Israel, America, and the West, not only in the Middle East but on campuses throughout the supposedly enlightened Western nations.
Israel-Diaspora Relations
Israel-Diaspora Relations
Interview: Tamar Ish Shalom Talks About Jewish Identity in an Era of Crisis
In an interview with Lahav Harkov, Ish Shalom spoke about her new podcast: The goal is to focus on in-depth processes and the lessons we can learn from this period.
Antisemitism
Antisemitism
Book Review: To Resist the Academic Intifada
At a time when the Jewish conversation revolves around ceasefires, freed hostages and a rise in antisemitism, Gil Troy has written a timeless book with some timely ideas.
Thin Constitution
Thin Constitution
Event: Is the Knesset Supervising the Government?
As part of JPPI’s Toward a Thin Constitution project, a conference will be held to examine whether the Knesset in its current state adequately oversees the government.
Geopolitics
Geopolitics
The geopolitical situation following Hamas’s October 7 massacre – Where do we go from here?
As part of JPPI’s annual assessment, Yaakov highlights three points of light: the degradation of Hamas, the mobilization of international forces, and the fact that peace agreements between Israel and moderate Arab states have held.
Geopolitics
Geopolitics
Yaakov Katz, in a CNN interview: The situation in the north may escalate
Since Hezbollah began firing at Israel on Oct. 8, the government has tried to limit the scope of the conflict & prevent it from expanding. Has that now changed?
