How to really preach truth to power
It takes theological courage to live in this world. A beloved thinker teaches us how to do that.
In a New York minute, everything has changed
There is no modern precedent for this historical moment. That is precisely why we need faith.
Democratic party hits control-alt-delete
(RNS) — The anti-Israel agenda? It is not a good look, and it is not winning.
Purell is Jewish
Stop touching your face and just read this column.
AIPAC is a metaphor
(RNS) — AIPAC is no longer an organization. It is a symbol. And, that's not good.
Why is Bernie Sanders proud to be Jewish?
(RNS) — In a new political ad touting the Democratic candidate's faith, Jewish pride becomes a political cudgel.
Memo to Democrats: Forget the purity game!
(RNS) — The Democratic Party needs to heed Leonard Cohen’s warning: 'Forget your perfect (political) offering.’
Can there really be peace between Israel and Palestinians?
(RNS) — Yes, there can. Or at least, between Jews and Palestinians. Never give up hope.
Why do they hate the Jews?
(RNS) — A recently deceased philosopher had an answer to that eternal question. It's not pretty.
Why Jews like Mike
(RNS) — There are two Jewish presidential hopefuls. They are very different people.
God save the boomers!
(RNS) — Every church or synagogue wants young members. True, but ...
We need these "Jewish" movies now
Time for the Jewish Academy Awards.
We are all Jews here
(RNS) — When Jew haters knock a yarmulke off a Jew's head, that's my yarmulke, and my head, as well.
Stop blaming 'them' for antisemitism
(RNS) — This “new” Jew hatred is neither from the left or the right. It’s far more complicated than that.
Goodbye, Baba Ram Dass
(RNS) — Why did Richard Alpert become Baba Ram Dass? It is the story of American Judaism.