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Amb. Tom Barrack: It’s ‘not America’s job’ to combat Iran-backed threats in the Middle East
U.S. Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack said Tuesday that it is “not America’s job” to resolve the threats posed by Iranian-backed terror groups and militias across the Middle East, arguing that…
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7mMichael Oren, Jonathan Schanzer split over when Israel should move past U.S. aid
Former Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. Michael Oren and Foundation for Defense of Democracies executive director Jonathan Schanzer squared off Monday evening in New York over whether Israel would be better off weaning itself from U.S. military aid. Oren argued that Jerusalem should shift toward a strategic partnership before political winds in Washington dictate more... <a href="">Read More</a>
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El-Sayed focuses on attacking Israel in closing stretch of the campaign
Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed said in an interview released Monday that Israel is not a friend or ally of the United States, escalating comments he’s made repeatedly this month characterizing Israel as a threat comparable to Iran. “I don’t think an ally who uses you as a shield in war is actually an... <a href="">Read More</a>
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5mFederal civil rights complaint accuses Montgomery County, Md., schools of ignoring antisemitic harassment
A Jewish high school student in a Washington, D.C., suburb faced a campaign of antisemitic harassment at school, culminating in an anonymous phone call threatening to bomb him followed by fireworks set off outside his home, according to a new federal civil rights complaint accusing Montgomery County Public Schools of failing to protect him from... <a href="https://jewishinsider.com/2026/10/hasan-piker-event-ilhan-omar-growing-backlash/">Read More</a>
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If not then, when? Hillel says Emory rabbi hid conflicts
This Daily Kickoff explores tight congressional races, new PAC initiatives against antisemitism, and recent controversies surrounding political figures, activists, and international security developments.
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4mChabad holding 250 menorah lightings in all 50 states to commemorate Chanukah, America’s 250th birthday
American Friends of Lubavitch (Chabad) will hold 250 menorah lightings in all 50 states during Chanukah this year as part of a new initiative aimed at countering the “real darkness” of rising antisemitism and highlighting the Jewish community’s deep roots in American history shortly after the 250th birthday of the United States. “Even in times... <a href="">Read More</a>