Hey, NFL: Take up the mantle and combat anti-Semitism

Posted by melissa braunstein on July 20, 2020 · Leave a Comment 

Somewhat unexpectedly, the National Football League stands astride a pivotal moment in Jewish history. How do the Philadelphia Eagles (and the league more broadly) think about anti-Semitism? This week marks a turning point for Jews (and for American culture more broadly) as the NFL decides whether anti-Semitism is vile bigotry that must be stigmatized or … Continue reading →

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It’s always the right time to talk about anti-Semitism, especially during Black Lives Matter protests

Posted by melissa braunstein on July 6, 2020 · Leave a Comment 

Recent weeks have seen a heated discussion among American Jews about whether there is a “right time” to talk about anti-Semitism. And if so, does now qualify, since our country is going through a reckoning over racism? American Jews want to show solidarity with peaceful protesters, but should that include support for the Black Lives Matter organization, … Continue reading →

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