Apologies for Going Quiet in May...and Antisemitic Harassment Sucks
Struggling with creative focus amid rising antisemitism and chaos, I reflect on my experiences and thoughts.
Corruption as Corruption Gets
This edition covers a controversial $400 million jet gift that violates the emoluments clause.
Are US-Israeli Relations Breaking Down?
This edition dives into the unraveling US-Israel relations under current leadership and political turmoil.
Canada Is Not For Sale--It Shouldn't Be
I call for an end to the absurd trade war with Canada.
Happy Birthday Israel and 9 Years HRT
Celebrating Yom Ha’Atzmaut and 9 years on HRT
Biden Appointees Fired from U.S. Holocaust Memorial Council
Biden's Holocaust Council appointees were axed in a dangerous move against Jewish remembrance.
100 Days into an Attack on Democracy
Reflecting on 100 chaotic days of Trump's presidency and its impact on rights and culture.
Yom HaShoah and more
This edition honors Yom HaShoah while diving into films, plans, and political updates.
Combatting Antisemitism Cannot Come at Expense of American Democracy
This edition passionately argues against federal funding cuts as a misguided response to antisemitism.
America Tariffs Penguins
Trump's bizarre tariff antics now include sanctioning penguins and islands with no people—seriously!
Cory Booker Honors Edan Alexander
Sen. Cory Booker stages a marathon Senate speech, tackling pressing issues and honoring hostages.
Rep. James Clyburn Says Wake Up
Rep. Clyburn warns of Trump's serious bid for a third term, urging vigilance against threats to democracy.
Signalgate and more
This edition dives into Signalgate's national security breaches and other political news
Rob Kutner talks The Jews: 5,000 Years and Counting
Rob Kutner spills the laughs and history behind his book, *The Jews: 5000 Years and Counting!*
James Carville's Views on Trans Rights
James Carville sparks controversy discussing transgender athletes, urging Democrats to sway public opinion.
The Zealot and the Emancipator by H.W. Brands
H.W. Brands delivers an epic page-turner with The Zealot and the Emancipator: John Brown, Abraham Lincoln and the Struggle for American Freedom, first published in 2020.
Press Freedoms Are Under Attack
This edition critiques the escalating threats to the First Amendment and democracy amid political rhetoric.
Antisemitism Has No Place in the White House
This edition tackles antisemitism in politics and condemns recent comments about Sen. Chuck Schumer.
Gavin Newsom's Transphobia Impacts the 2028 Race
California Governor Gavin Newsom disqualified himself from the 2028 presidential race by his endorsement of transphobia in sports.
Emmanuel Macron's Speech and the Trade Wars
Macron addresses Europe's defense amidst Russian threats, as trade wars loom with Canada and Mexico.
The Felon Targets Free Speech...Again
This edition dives into threats against free speech on campuses and looming economic tariff crises.
We've Beyond Reached This Point
In this edition, I lament America’s decline and the rising dangers of tariffs and political distress.
I Stand with Ukraine
This edition critiques America's stance on Ukraine amidst troubling political dynamics
Heirs of the Founders by H.W. Brands
H.W. Brands explores the rivalry between three second generation American giants--Henry Clay, John Calhoun, and Daniel Webster--in Heirs of the Founders.
Shame on The Washington Post
This edition discusses The Washington Post's opinion page overhaul and shifting media landscapes.
Transgender Visa Applicants Subject to Ban
This edition highlights the alarming U.S. visa bans on transgender athletes and rising anti-democratic sentiments.
America Betrays Ukraine
This edition criticizes the U.S. and Israel's betrayal of Ukraine, highlighting a troubling drift toward fascism.
The Fascist March Continues
Each day seems worse, with rising authoritarianism, military shakeups, and more
Robert Reich Is Not Wrong
Robert Reich warns that Americans must choose between democracy and dictatorship
America Doesn't Elect Kings
This edition tackles the alarming rise of authoritarianism in America and its historical implications.
I've Always Had An Interest in Politics
I'm reflecting on my lifelong passion for politics amid a chaotic landscape in America.
America First by H.W. Brands
H.W. Brands’s new book, America First: Roosevelt vs. Lindbergh in the Shadow of War, is essential reading as it sheds a new light on the isolationist vs. interventionist battle.
Sleepless Nights
Politics, politics, and yes, more politics
A Promised Land by Adam Jortner
Jewish Patriots, the American Revolution, and the Birth of Religious Freedom
A Letter to Mitch McConnell from a Native Kentuckian
I urge Senator McConnell to stand against the rising tide of anti-transgender oppression in America.
Frightened, Scared, and Terrified
Trans Rights are Human Rights
We're Now Living in Fascist America
Antisemitism and Transphobia have NO PLACE in America
Book Reviews: Catching Up on Reading...
A roundup of book reviews as 2024 comes to an end.
Book Review: How the West Became Antisemitic
Ivan G. Marcus’s new book, How the West Became Antisemitic: Jews and the Formation of Europe, 800-1500, offers some insight into how medieval anti-Judaism evolved into modern-day antisemitism.
Trans Rights Are Human Rights
Federally Mandated Transphobia Will Force Me To Move
Book Review: A Path to Peace by George Mitchell and Alon Sachar
A Brief History of Israeli-Palestinian Negotiations and a Way Forward in the Middle East
This Has Been A Long Month
Reading and writing updates, election anxiety, and a no-brainer presidential endorsement this month.
Back to DC in November?
Stand Together on November 10 and a busy October with Jewish holidays
One Year Since October 7
Reflecting on the grim anniversary of October 7 and the ongoing fight against antisemitism.
A Rebranding and More
I've rebranded my newsletter and am diving into book reviews alongside other commentary.
Where Do We Go From Here?
BRING THEM HOME NOW!
DNC 2024: On the Sidelines in Chicago
Recapping the 2024 DNC in Chicago from the sidelines
Jewish Transphobia is Awful
There is no place for Jewish transphobia!
Olympics, Reading, and More
A deep dive into the 2024 Paris Olympics, baseball books, film reviews, and political commentary.
Reading, Reading, and More Reading
Baseball books, film festival memories, and political commentary - all in one jam-packed edition!