Trump's antisemitism investigations at colleges were indeed smokescreens, using the false guise of "Jewish safety" to attack opponents and move a dangerous agenda. A whistleblower has now confirmed this. Antisemitism is real. But American Jews will NOT be used to support authoritarianism.

The New York Times@nytimes.com · last wk.

Trump administration officials ignored the recommendations of their own investigators as they pushed to find civil rights violations at three Ivy League universities, according to a whistle-blower complaint released Tuesday.

Trump's antisemitism investigations at colleges were indeed smokescreens, using the false guise of "Jewish safety" to attack opponents and move a dangerous agenda. A whistleblower has now confirmed this. Antisemitism is real. But American Jews will NOT be used to support authoritarianism.

The New York Times@nytimes.com · last wk.

Trump administration officials ignored the recommendations of their own investigators as they pushed to find civil rights violations at three Ivy League universities, according to a whistle-blower complaint released Tuesday.

Our hearts break for the Central Synagogue community in Manhattan after Friday night’s attack. Shabbat is the day we are commanded to pause and peacefully gather together in worship. The peace was shattered, but the worship boldly continued. 🧵

Antisemitism is a serious problem. But Trump's smokescreen antisemitism — using accusations of antisemitism as a pretext to attack opponents, schools, freedom of speech, and our democracy — is a cynical, intentional strategy. Luckily, we see through the smokescreen every day. This is a win. 🧵

The New York Times@nytimes.com · 2w ago

Breaking News: A federal judge dismissed the Trump administration’s antisemitism lawsuit against Harvard University, a blow to the government’s efforts to force the university into a settlement. Follow live updates.

Antisemitism is a serious problem. But Trump's smokescreen antisemitism — using accusations of antisemitism as a pretext to attack opponents, schools, freedom of speech, and our democracy — is a cynical, intentional strategy. Luckily, we see through the smokescreen every day. This is a win. 🧵

The New York Times@nytimes.com · 2w ago

Breaking News: A federal judge dismissed the Trump administration’s antisemitism lawsuit against Harvard University, a blow to the government’s efforts to force the university into a settlement. Follow live updates.

$20 MILLION worth of electric shock gloves? That is what ICE has decided to do with our taxpayer dollars. More money spent to harm our immigrant neighbors and anyone who gets in ICE's way. More money that isn't being spent to make our lives safer and more affordable. www.bbc.com/news/article...

ICE equipping agents with gloves that deliver electric shocks

The US immigration agency is spending $20m on gloves that deliver a sharp electric shock intended to compel subjects to comply.

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Mazel tov to @peggyflanagan.bsky.social on her victory in the Minnesota Senate primary! Peggy is a bold progressive leader who is beloved by activists for her work pursuing justice and fighting bigotry. Bend the Arc is so proud to have endorsed her. ✏️ Sign our Mazel Tov card for Peggy below!

Add Your Name: Mazel Tov, Peggy Flanagan!

When she wins in November, Peggy will be the first Native American woman elected to the US Senate

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In case you missed it — Watch the powerful new video about why we must protect our elections, featuring the legendary Heather Booth. As we look toward November, Heather's story is an reminder of the urgency of this moment and an inspiration for what we can achieve when we organize with love. ❤️

Bend the Arc: Jewish Action@bendthearc.bsky.social · 3w ago

"What I learned in the Civil Rights Movement" 📺 Watch legendary Jewish organizer and activist Heather Booth share her story of organizing for the right to vote in Mississippi in 1964. Today, on the 61st anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, our fight continues. 🧵

A good Jewish message remembering and looking forward.

Bend the Arc: Jewish Action@bendthearc.bsky.social · 3w ago

"What I learned in the Civil Rights Movement" 📺 Watch legendary Jewish organizer and activist Heather Booth share her story of organizing for the right to vote in Mississippi in 1964. Today, on the 61st anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, our fight continues. 🧵

Please Listen To My Dear Friend @heatherbooth.bsky.social She Speaks The Truth!

Bend the Arc: Jewish Action@bendthearc.bsky.social · 2w ago

In case you missed it — Watch the powerful new video about why we must protect our elections, featuring the legendary Heather Booth. As we look toward November, Heather's story is an reminder of the urgency of this moment and an inspiration for what we can achieve when we organize with love. ❤️

In case you missed it — Watch the powerful new video about why we must protect our elections, featuring the legendary Heather Booth. As we look toward November, Heather's story is an reminder of the urgency of this moment and an inspiration for what we can achieve when we organize with love. ❤️

Bend the Arc: Jewish Action@bendthearc.bsky.social · 3w ago

"What I learned in the Civil Rights Movement" 📺 Watch legendary Jewish organizer and activist Heather Booth share her story of organizing for the right to vote in Mississippi in 1964. Today, on the 61st anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, our fight continues. 🧵

Powerful!

Bend the Arc: Jewish Action@bendthearc.bsky.social · 3w ago

"What I learned in the Civil Rights Movement" 📺 Watch legendary Jewish organizer and activist Heather Booth share her story of organizing for the right to vote in Mississippi in 1964. Today, on the 61st anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, our fight continues. 🧵

On the 61st anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, organizer Heather Booth reminds us that democracy is something we build together. "When we organize with love at the center, we can win." #VotingRightsAct #DemandDemocracy #HeatherBooth

Bend the Arc: Jewish Action@bendthearc.bsky.social · 3w ago

"What I learned in the Civil Rights Movement" 📺 Watch legendary Jewish organizer and activist Heather Booth share her story of organizing for the right to vote in Mississippi in 1964. Today, on the 61st anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, our fight continues. 🧵

Wow, we can learn a lot about how to lead with love and win. What an ICON. Watch 👇

Bend the Arc: Jewish Action@bendthearc.bsky.social · 3w ago

"What I learned in the Civil Rights Movement" 📺 Watch legendary Jewish organizer and activist Heather Booth share her story of organizing for the right to vote in Mississippi in 1964. Today, on the 61st anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, our fight continues. 🧵

"What I learned in the Civil Rights Movement" 📺 Watch legendary Jewish organizer and activist Heather Booth share her story of organizing for the right to vote in Mississippi in 1964. Today, on the 61st anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, our fight continues. 🧵

"Michigan Jews are feeling the ground shifting beneath us. Moving into the general election, when the stakes are so high, I would like to refocus the conversation on our shared values." Read this excellent piece from our friend, Rabbi Alana Alpert in Michigan.

In the Michigan Senate race, Jews should (and will) vote for democracy

Abdul El-Sayed’s nomination is a chance to refocus on core values for our faith: fairness, truth and peace

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Mazel tov to Abdul El-Sayed on winning the Michigan primary! We’re proud to share his progressive vision for a country where all can thrive and afford healthcare. If he wins the general in November, he will break ground as our country’s first-ever Muslim senator.

Worth two minutes to read 👀

Bend the Arc: Jewish Action@bendthearc.bsky.social · 3w ago

"Michigan Jews are feeling the ground shifting beneath us. Moving into the general election, when the stakes are so high, I would like to refocus the conversation on our shared values." Read this excellent piece from our friend, Rabbi Alana Alpert in Michigan.

"Michigan Jews are feeling the ground shifting beneath us. Moving into the general election, when the stakes are so high, I would like to refocus the conversation on our shared values." Read this excellent piece from our friend, Rabbi Alana Alpert in Michigan.

In the Michigan Senate race, Jews should (and will) vote for democracy

Abdul El-Sayed’s nomination is a chance to refocus on core values for our faith: fairness, truth and peace

forward.com

Mazel tov to Abdul El-Sayed. 🗳️ And sign up for a Jews for Election Protection phonebank shift this Sunday, August 9 or Tuesday, August 11. Recruiting poll workers might not be top of mind when you’re thinking about how to stop Trump’s desperate attempts at election interference. More info below:

Mazel tov to Abdul El-Sayed!

New from @jewishaction: Mazel tov to Abdul El-Sayed! Help us keep up this momentum by joining an election protection phonebank.

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Mazel tov to Abdul El-Sayed on winning the Michigan primary! We’re proud to share his progressive vision for a country where all can thrive and afford healthcare. If he wins the general in November, he will break ground as our country’s first-ever Muslim senator.

Fourteen years ago today, the deadliest act of anti-Sikh hate in our nation’s history occurred in Oak Creek, WI. A white supremacist gunman with neo-Nazi ties attacked the Sikh Temple of Wisconsin, ultimately leading to the deaths of seven sangat members and wounding others.

Hey, pass it on! AIPAC is not a Jewish organization! Thanks for @bendthearc.bsky.social for this vital information.

"As we mourn the attack, we are appalled that legacy Jewish organizations have erased the Asian victim entirely and used the violence as an opportunity to further a narrative of fear about New York City’s mayor." Read our full statement after the attack on the Upper West Side.

After UWS attack, Jewish groups need moral clarity amidst our pain

New statement from Jamie Beran from @jewishaction: After UWS attack, Jewish groups need moral clarity amidst our pain

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"As we mourn the attack, we are appalled that legacy Jewish organizations have erased the Asian victim entirely and used the violence as an opportunity to further a narrative of fear about New York City’s mayor." Read our full statement after the attack on the Upper West Side.

After UWS attack, Jewish groups need moral clarity amidst our pain

New statement from Jamie Beran from @jewishaction: After UWS attack, Jewish groups need moral clarity amidst our pain

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TOMORROW 🗓️ 📢 : Whatever your position on AIPAC, talking about its influence can be a challenge for Jews and non-Jews alike. We can inadvertently fuel antisemitism, or face false accusations of antisemitism that confuse our communities. Join a training tomorrow:

How to talk about AIPAC without fueling antisemitism

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To mourn and honor the lives Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, Johan Sebastian Guerrero, and all others who have been brutally and senselessly killed by ICE in the last weeks (and months, and years), last week Bend the Arc joined a multifaith vigil in New York City. We demand an end to ICE's violence.

To mourn and honor the lives Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, Johan Sebastian Guerrero, and all others who have been brutally and senselessly killed by ICE in the last weeks (and months, and years), last week Bend the Arc joined a multifaith vigil in New York City. We demand an end to ICE's violence.

On Tisha B’Av, the saddest day of the Jewish calendar, we allow ourselves to grieve. We open up our hearts to feel tragedies from our history and tragedies that exist today. But we don’t grieve alone. 1/

Grief and rage as painful images emerge from Madison, WI. One thing is clear: Corey Ruiz should be alive. There is no justification for this violence. And each and every life taken by police — each one a universe — is a grim reminder that for so many in this country, safety is not a reality.