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Panel Discussion: Antisemitism Today

7/26/2022, 1:30 pm

Metal Star of David (Magen David) Jewish symbol at welded metal fence, close up

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“Tears Over Russia: A Search for Family and the Legacy of Ukraine’s Pogroms” Book Talk

7/25/2022, 4:00 pm

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Dayenu: “Taking Down Goliath” Climate Organizing Training

Up Next: 7/11/2022, 8:00 pm

Group of people participating in a protest against global warming. Climate change protest concept. They are holding banner signs.

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Activists protest across the streets of New York City demanding reproductive rights.

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Talking With Teens: Reproductive Rights & Sexual Health

7/14/2022, 8:00 pm

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Shahrzad Elghanayan Discusses “Titan of Tehran”

7/14/2022, 7:00 pm

Titan of Tehran author Shahrzad Elghanayan.

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“40 Days of Teshuvah” Screening & Discussion

7/14/2022, 6:00 pm

The Vilna Shul, Boston's Center for Jewish Culture, Boston

$10

The Future of Our Energy Supply

7/13/2022, 4:00 pm

Israel. Wind generator - wind farm on Mount Gilboa. Modern equipment for generating electric energy. The concept of environmental protection and photo tourism

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Conspiracy and Antisemitism

7/7/2022, 1:30 pm

Union Jack British flag flies in bright blue sky at Houses of Parliament and Big Ben London

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The Holocaust: What Hate Can Do

7/7/2022, 12:00 pm

As number of Holocaust survivors dwindles, families are asked to preserve their stories

$10

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Cute wooden blocks calendar with Juneteenth National Independence Day June, 19 date with US flag.

6/12/2023 Top Pick

A Conservative Juneteenth Haggadah

The celebration of Juneteenth that incorporates aspects reminiscent of the Passover seder by Jewish Black Americans on individual or small community bases is not new.

By The United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism

6/12/2023 Top Pick

Juneteenth: Kiddush Over Red Drink

Juneteenth is my Black story in that I’m Black American, and it’s an American story. But it’s not my personal one.

By Gulienne Rollins-RishonFor Exploring Judaism

Demonstrators argue with Ultra orthodox jews during a protest march in Bnei Brak, against the billions in funds provided to ultra-Orthodox parties in the state budget, on May 17, 2023. Photo by Flash90 *** Local Caption *** בני ברקהפגנהנגדתקציבהמדינהחרדיםאלפיםהפגנה

6/12/2023 Top Pick

Religiosity Major Influence on Attitude Toward Judicial Overhaul

The findings of this research reveal a strong relation between levels of religiosity and support or opposition to the judicial overhaul.

By Dr. Itamar YakirFor The Israel Democracy Institute

Rabbi Marc Baker at CJP’s Face Jewish Hate launch (Photo: Kataram Studios)

6/7/2023 Top Pick

CJP Greater Boston Launches Campaign To Face Jewish Hate

Local targets of antisemitism whose stories became symbols of a horrifying trend are among those who are standing with CJP to elevate their voices to stop Jewish hate.

By Jewish Journal

Jerusalem, Israel- April 30, 2022: Jewish and local israeli walking at old city of jerusalem and enjoying their life in city.Jerusalem is one of the most unique places in the world to visit.

6/6/2023 Top Pick

Podcast: The Rise of Haredi Power

Are there any compromises that will contain Haredi power, or will the rise of the Haredim necessarily come at the expense of mainstream Israel?

By For Heaven’s Sake PodcastFor Shalom Hartman Institute

6/5/2023 Top Pick

Why Reporting Antisemitism Matters

The ADL explains how and why to speak up.

By Kara BaskinFor FaceJewishHate.org

6/1/2023 Top Pick

Patriots Cheerleader Eliza Kanner Sees Worlds Collide

By day, the proud Jewish activist works for CJP. With the work of Robert Kraft’s Foundation to Combat Antisemitism, she’s seeing overlap in her two jobs.

By Alexandra FranciscoFor Patriots.com

5/31/2023 Top Pick

What Teens Really Think About Antisemitism

By Kara BaskinFor FaceJewishHate.org

(Official White House photo by Pete Souza)

5/30/2023 Top Pick

The First National Strategy for Fighting Antisemitism Is Here

The Biden administration has released the country’s first national strategy for combating antisemitism, a landmark plan aimed at addressing a growing problem.

By Rachel TreismanFor WBUR

5/30/2023 Top Pick

City Council Recognizes Jewish American Heritage Month

During the course of this month, we recognize and celebrate the many contributions that Jewish Americans bring to our city and country.

By Boston City Council

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