Explained The Women’s March anti-Semitism Controversy Threatening the Movement's Future
How angry rhetoric over Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan could derail the group at the very moment it should be celebrating a historic victory
Allison Kaplan Sommer
Analysis Mock Trump’s Decision to Honor Miriam Adelson All You Want, but Don’t Underestimate Her Power
The news that Trump is awarding Miriam Adelson with the Presidential Medal of Freedom was greeted with mockery. But she is not a mere stand-in for her husband
Nevada's Jacky Rosen Defeats Adelson-backed Heller, Becomes Third Jewish Woman Ever Elected to Senate
She has worked to appeal to pro-Israel voters in her state, saying she, unlike most Democrats, would have opposed Obama’s 2015 Iran nuclear pact
Democrats Retake House, Republicans Retain Senate
Many individual races made history, but the overall results corresponded with predictions
An Election Night of Firsts: From Colorado’s Gay and Jewish Governor, to Native American and Muslim Women Heading to Congress
With big victories and bitter disappointments for both Republicans and Democrats Tuesday night, one thing was undeniable: the 2018 midterm results contained numerous historic firsts
Rashida Tlaib, Ilhan Omar Become First Muslim Congresswomen
Omar, a Somali-American, follows Tlaib, who has Palestinians roots, into Congress
Adelson, Who Donated Over $100 Million to the GOP, 'Watching' Results With Trump
In September, the Jewish billionaire Adelson couple pumped $32 million into the GOP
Israel First or American Jewry First? Fear Is the Driving Factor as U.S. Jews Go to the Polls
The vast majority of Jewish Americans are set to vote for Democratic candidates Tuesday, prioritizing the dangers of anti-Semitism at home over Israel’s special relationship with President Donald Trump
WATCH From New York to Michigan, Is a Wave of 'anti-Israel' Democrats About to Reshape U.S. Politics
In a three-part video series, Haaretz's Allison Kaplan Sommer explains how Israel, anti-Semitism and the Jewish vote are affecting the Midterms – and what the results could mean for all three
Analysis American Jews May Never Forgive Israel for Its Reaction to the Pittsburgh Massacre
Over the past week, American Jews expected comfort and support. Instead, Israeli government officials offered carefully honed political talking points, choosing Trump over them
Can Jewish Grandparents in Florida, Nevada and Arizona Help Flip the Senate?
The races in all three ‘Bubbe & Zayde’ states are all too close to call ahead of Tuesday’s midterm elections, with the Democrats hoping Jewish pensioners can make the difference
'President Hate, Leave Our State' Pittsburgh Jews Give Trump a Furious Reception
Hundreds of protesters rallied outside the Tree of Life synagogue to demonstrate against Trump's rhetoric, holding signs reading 'Trump will lie about this too' and 'Ban assault rifles, be a leader'
From Coast to Coast, Vigils for Pittsburgh Shooting Victims Voice Defiance and Solidarity
From interfaith events in San Francisco to community vigils in New York City, Jews and non-Jews alike come together to remember those slain in synagogue shooting
Analysis Soros, CNN, Obama and the Clintons: Trump's Incitement Turns Into Real Threats
How far is it from ‘Lock Her Up’ to ‘Blow Her Up’?
Arizona’s Democratic Candidate in Senate Race Takes Heat for Radical Past, but Is Bulletproof on Israel
One is a former anti-war activist, the other a former combat pilot – but Kyrsten Sinema still hopes to defeat Martha McSally and flip the state from red to blue in November
‘Running For Mayor of Gaza’ Israel and BDS Take Center Stage in Heated Florida Governor's Debate
Republican candidate Ron DeSantis and Democratic nominee Andrew Gillum both chase the state's Jewish vote, which could prove crucial in tight race
Democrats in Israel Energized to Battle Trump in Midterms, but Republicans Are Nowhere to Be Seen
Democrats Abroad Israel are ramping up their get-out-the-vote activities on the Israeli street, hoping every vote counts in the effort to take back the House. Republicans are missing from the scene, and say they won't 'reveal their original methods'
#LetHerStay Left-wing American Jewish Groups Launch Campaign on Behalf of Lara Alqasem
The campaign is meant to pressure the Israeli government to change its position on allowing Lara Alqasem to enter the country. Alqasem has been detained for 15 days at Ben Gurion Airport
U.S. Ambassador to Israel Visits West Bank Settlement, Breaking 'Longstanding Red Line'
David Friedman says his visit to Ariel included meetings with Israeli and Palestinian businessmen 'willing to advance coexistence,' but J Street says it 'sends a clear message of support for the settlement movement'
With Bloomberg Beating Adelson, Democrats Break Midterms Fundraising Levels
Jewish mega-donors on both sides of the aisle are leading the charge