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Sarah Hurwitz, former Obama aide, stirs social media firestorm with remarks about Holocaust education

The author’s comments on how Holocaust education shapes young people’s views of Israel prompt criticism from progressives, human rights advocates and pro-Palestinian activists The post Sarah Hurwitz, former Obama aide, stirs social media firestorm with remarks about Holocaust education appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.

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Marriages, Kids, Careers: For 44 Years, They’ve Been Talking It Out 2025-11-26

Six women in their 70s, all married and all mothers and grandmothers, gather twice a month without fail. They credit their close-knit families to their longstanding friendships.

Katherine Rosman

A Moderate From Manhattan Claims Enough Support to Lead City Council 2025-11-26

Julie Menin, a councilwoman from the Upper East Side, was seen by some supporters as a necessary check on Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist with an ambitious policy agenda.

Jeffery C. Mays

‘Imperial Israel’ in the New Middle East 2025-11-26

Despite a cease-fire with Hezbollah, almost daily strikes demonstrate an emboldened Israel’s strategy to eliminate its enemies any time, anywhere.

Roger Cohen and David Guttenfelder

New York Sues Over Rule Barring Thousands of Immigrants From SNAP 2025-11-26

The Trump administration says refugees and asylum seekers can never get food stamps, but attorneys general from New York and nearly two dozen other states say that is unlawful.

Sarah Maslin Nir

Missing High School Coach Travis Turner Facing Charges, Officials Say 2025-11-26

An Appalachian community in Virginia was electrified by its high school team’s winning streak. Until the team’s coach disappeared — and allegations against him surfaced.

Thomas Fuller, Chris Hippensteel and Marina Waters

For Spouses of U.S. Citizens, Green Card Interviews End in Handcuffs 2025-11-26

Agents are arresting foreign-born spouses when they report for the final step to obtain permanent residency, and charging them with visa violations that could result in deportation.

Miriam Jordan and Ariana Drehsler

What to Know About the Fire at a Hong Kong Apartment Complex 2025-11-26

Firefighters struggled to contain the blaze in the high-rise buildings. At least 36 people were killed, and many more were feared trapped inside the towers.

Lynsey Chutel

Here’s Where Weather May Slow Your Thanksgiving Travel 2025-11-26

A winter storm could make for tricky conditions.

Nazaneen Ghaffar

U.S. Nuclear Arms Chief Warns Against Leaks of Secret Information 2025-11-26

The email sent to atom bomb officials by Brandon Williams highlights the managerial challenge faced by the former one-term congressman.

William J. Broad

Army Takes Control in Guinea-Bissau Amid Apparent Coup 2025-11-26

The West African nation had recently held a presidential election in which the main opposition party was barred from the ballot.

Ruth Maclean