Politics

Josh Mandel, asked about Israel in debate with Black candidate, gives bizarre answer including slavery and MLK

The Jewish Senate candidate was asked about the Iranian threat to Israel. His answer nonplussed his debate opponent.

Jewish federations umbrella releases new document adding gun reform and LGBTQ advocacy back to policy priority list

The document comes less than a week after the group had dropped hot button advocacy issues from an annual priorities list sent to constituents nationwide.

Adelson protege, leader of pro-Israel student group, running for Congress in Nevada

Brog, who is Jewish, helped found Christians United for Israel.

After a Jewish lawmaker’s impassioned speech, Wyoming’s conservative legislature rejects critical race theory ban

DALLAS, TEXAS - MAY 17: Attendees ride an escalator during the National Rifle Association (NRA) Annual Meeting & Exhibits at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center on May 17, 2024 in Dallas, Texas. The National Rifle Association's annual meeting and exhibit runs through Sunday. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

Jewish federations umbrella group removes gun control and LGBTQ advocacy from policy priority list

Elon Musk criticized for meme unfavorably comparing Justin Trudeau to Hitler

NY Rep. Jamaal Bowman withdraws support for Abraham Accords

David Perdue, ex-senator and Georgia governor candidate, likens social media restrictions to Nazi rule

Pelosi includes Israel on security-themed tour with top congressional Democrats

Police arrest local civil rights activist in murder attempt on Jewish candidate for Louisville mayor

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