Socialist who opposes Israel stays silent about the boycott of Jewish businesses in the district he is set to represent
Rep.-elect Christopher Rabb, a Democratic socialist from Philadelphia, did not answer questions about a boycott of Jewish-owned businesses in the city. The demonstration took place around the anniversary of Kristallnacht and drew a large counterprotest in support of Jewish residents and businesses in Rittenhouse Square. Rabb, who represents part of Northwest Philadelphia in the Pennsylvania […]
Philly DSA condemns criticism of a boycott aimed at Jewish restaurants
The Philadelphia chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) condemned criticism of a recent bicycle boycott aimed at local restaurant owners who are Jewish or support Israel, describing the backlash as political suppression of anti-Zionist views. Last week, several groups circulated a flyer promoting the ride, which named at least six restaurants in Philadelphia’s […]
Tensions rise as protesters target Jewish restaurants, prompting a massive counterprotest.
Tensions rose in a Philadelphia neighborhood Sunday as a cycling protest targeting several Jewish-owned restaurants drew a large counter-demonstration from Jewish and pro-Israel residents. The event, organized by the pro-Palestinian group Philly Bike On Your Left, focused on at least six restaurants around Rittenhouse Square. Organizers described them as “Zionist establishments” and called for them […]
Jewish leaders in Michigan get ready to work with Abdul El-Sayed despite ongoing concerns
Jewish leaders react to Abdul El-Sayed’s Michigan Senate victory Abdul El-Sayed’s win in Michigan has prompted a range of responses from Jewish leaders and Democratic voters. Some say they are ready to work with the senator-elect, while others remain troubled by his comments about Israel and antisemitism. Steven Ingber, chief executive of the Jewish Federation […]
A co-host challenges Abdul El-Sayed over his response to an attack on a Jewish synagogue
“The View” co-host Sara Haines challenged Michigan senator-elect Abdul-El Sayed over his response to an attack on a Jewish synagogue and the time it took him to apologize for his remarks. On March 12, a man drove a truck into Temple Israel in West Bloomfield Township and exchanged gunfire with security staff before taking his […]
Charges approved against University of Michigan woman caught on video physically attacking conservative Jewish influencer
Michigan prosecutors authorize charges against student accused of attacking Jewish commentator Prosecutors in Washtenaw County have authorized charges against a University of Michigan student accused of attacking Jewish commentator Liz Benichou during a free-speech event on campus Sunday. The incident was captured on video. A case was submitted to the prosecutor’s office Monday. The student, […]
City and state leaders condemn a Philadelphia boycott ride targeting Jewish businesses
Jewish organizations are urging Philadelphia and Pennsylvania officials to speak out against a planned bicycle ride targeting businesses described by its organizers as pro-Israel or “Zionist.” A flyer shared by Philly Bike On Your Left, Philly Writers Against the War on Gaza, Boycott CookNSolo and Philly Solidarity Calendar advertises the ride for Nov. 8, starting […]
‘F**king rabid’ left-wing woman physically attacks conservative Jewish influencer at a free-speech event at the University of Michigan: Video
A University of Michigan student was arrested after video appeared to show her attacking conservative Jewish influencer Liz Benichou during a reported free-speech event on campus Sunday. Benichou, who posts online as “basedinmalibu,” said she was hosting an open debate when a woman approached and began shouting. The woman allegedly struck another conservative creator in […]
Woman arrested for stabbing rabbi with a syringe in NYC, as police disclose she assaulted another Jewish person just hours before
A woman was arrested on Saturday following an incident in the Diamond District, where she stabbed a rabbi with a syringe. It was revealed that she had attacked another Jewish man earlier that same day. Anna Mochalova, 32, faces multiple charges, including assault as a hate crime. The rabbi, 26-year-old Yosef, was stabbed in the […]
Kim Lifschitz alleged to have ridiculed Jewish trustee’s visit to the Western Wall
Beverly Hills school board candidate Kim Lifschitz finds herself under scrutiny this week, facing allegations of antisemitism. This stems from screenshots that suggest she mocked a trustee’s visit to the Western Wall in Jerusalem. Additionally, comments made by her husband during a Twitch livestream featuring streamer Hasan Piker have resurfaced, contributing to the controversy. The […]