Jewish leader urges Hochul to deploy the National Guard for the NYC Israel Day Parade
A well-known pro-Israel advocate is urging Governor Cathy Hochul to deploy the National Guard in New York City to ensure the safety of participants in the upcoming Israel Day Parade. This request comes amid a troubling increase in anti-Semitic occurrences. Dov Hilkind, who founded Americans Against Anti-Semitism, expressed support for the NYPD but contends that […]
Park Slope Food Coop faces criticism over anti-Jewish sentiments before Israel boycott vote
Concerns Raised Over Jewish Member Safety at Park Slope Food Cooperative A national Jewish civil rights organization is urging the Board of Directors of the Park Slope Food Cooperative to ensure the safety of its Jewish members amid concerns of “intimidation, retaliation, social targeting, and coercive pressure.” This comes as a vote on a proposed […]
Mamdani declines to participate in Israel Day parade, ending a long-standing mayoral custom
Mayor’s Absence Sparks Controversy New York City’s Mayor Zoran Mamdani is facing backlash from Jewish organizations for his decision to skip the city’s Israel Day parade. This choice has surfaced amid rising anti-Semitism in the Big Apple. New York City has the largest Jewish population outside of Israel, and, historically, the parade has served as […]
Jewish organizations criticize NYC Mayor Mamdani for not attending the Israel Day Parade
Mayor’s Absence from Israel Day Parade Sparks Criticism New York City’s Mayor Zoran Mamdani, associated with the Democratic Socialist movement, has faced backlash from Jewish organizations due to his choice to miss the city’s annual Israel Day Parade. This comes at a time when the city is experiencing unprecedented levels of anti-Semitism. For many Jewish […]
Ireland’s President Connolly ‘Very Proud’ of Sister Held by Israel
Detained Irish Activist’s Sister Expresses Pride and Concern Catherine Connolly, president of Ireland’s Socialist Party, shared her feelings about her sister, Dr. Margaret Connolly, who was among those detained by Israeli forces while intercepting a convoy of 60 ships heading for Gaza. Speaking to reporters in London after a meeting with King Charles at Buckingham […]
Following Years of Leftist Antagonism, Dislike for Israel Fades at Eurovision
This weekend marked the 70th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest, where Israel secured yet another second place. This outcome is significant for the country, especially as various left-wing activists have long sought its removal from the event. Notably, figures like Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg have called for Israel’s expulsion, in response to the […]
Trump Supporters and Israel Lobby Increase Funding to Challenge Thomas Massie
Pro-Israel Groups Target Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massey Pro-Israel lobbyists and various activists are investing substantial resources—more than $9 million—to unseat Republican Representative Thomas Massey in an intense primary challenge from an opponent endorsed by former President Donald Trump. The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) and other pro-Israel organizations have heavily financed efforts against Massey, […]
See: Large Explosion Near Jerusalem as Israel Claims Beit Shemesh Blast Was ‘Intended Experiment’
Explosive Incident Near Jerusalem Triggers Online Speculation A significant fireball and explosion near Jerusalem caught social media’s attention late Saturday, particularly around the Israeli state-owned Tomer Defense Company facility, amid rising tensions regarding Iran. This explosion strikingly came less than a day after another explosion. The U.S. government and Israeli officials are reportedly ramping up […]
False accusations against Israel: Letters
The issue: Nicholas Kristof’s New York Times column claims that the Israel Defense Forces are training dogs to rape prisoners. It’s quite shocking, actually, that the New York Times would publish such an unverified and provocative piece. You know, like the one from Nicholas Kristof (“Nicolas Kristof’s ‘Mount’ Shame,” Douglas Murray, May 15). Once, the […]
Maher: Every Democratic Candidate Allows Actual Antisemites to Attack Israel During Times of Heightened Fear of Eliminating Jews
Bill Maher Critiques Democrats on Anti-Semitism During the closing monologue of HBO’s “Real Time,” host Bill Maher expressed concern over rising anxiety surrounding anti-Semitism. He suggested that instead of addressing this issue, Democrats are more focused on appealing to younger voters influenced by social media. Maher pointed out that many potential Democratic presidential candidates want […]