Democrats

'It Takes Chutzpah': Jewish senator's memoir hopes to raise next generation of activists

It Takes Chutzpah is crisply and clearly written, intended to raise a new generation of can-do activists with the ability to build bridges and widen constituencies in order to achieve their goals.

By RALPH AMELAN
12/04/2025

19 hours into anti-Trump Senate speech, Cory Booker proclaims, ‘Hineni’ — I am here

Booker, a New Jersey Democrat, said the speech was meant to rally opposition to Trump and to demonstrate that his party is able to take bold action.

By PHILISSA CRAMER/JTA
02/04/2025
 A demonstrator holds a placard, ahead of a hearing on the detention of Palestinian activist and Col

Stop defending Hamas supporters: Deporting Mahmoud Khalil defends nt'l security

Democrats claim this policy is an attempt to stifle political debate, but that argument misses the mark. The goal is to prevent the spread of dangerous ideologies that threaten American lives.

By GREGORY LYAKHOV
01/04/2025

Prime minister in turmoil? Politicians react to 'Qatargate' affair

Benny Gantz noted, "As the investigation into the 'Qatargate' affair progresses, Netanyahu's determination in the battle against the systems responsible for the investigation intensifies."

Massachusetts regulators probe Robinhood over March Madness basketball betting

Massachusetts Secretary of State Bill Galvin said he was concerned Robinhood was "linking a gambling event on a popular sports event that's especially popular to young people to a brokerage account."

By REUTERS
24/03/2025

How the Democratic Party became a massive disgrace

The Democratic Party, once a reliable supporter of Israel and Jewish causes, is changing; Schumer has let it happen.

By GREGORY LYAKHOV
24/03/2025

Failure to adjust will shatter the Democrats credibility for years to come

Democrats are at a crossroads: If they refuse to learn from their mistakes, they will lose in 2028. 

By GREGORY LYAKHOV
18/03/2025
  Then-Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer, a New York Democrat, walks out of the Senate Chamber

Chuck Schumer: After Oct. 7, US Jews thought, ‘Maybe it could happen here’

In a wide-ranging NYT interview, Chuck Schumer discussed rising antisemitism, Israel’s war in Gaza, the 2024 election, and the future of the Democratic Party.

By BEN SALES/JTA
17/03/2025

Trump dismisses Biden's January 6 pardons as 'void' and 'vacant'

Trump also accused the previous president of not approving or even knowing about pardons he made.

Nita Lowey, longtime Jewish congresswoman and Middle East peace advocate, dies at 87

Lowey is survived by her husband, who is 64 years old; the attorney, Steve Lowey; and three children and eight grandchildren.

By PHILISSA CRAMER/JTA , RON KAMPEAS/JTA
17/03/2025
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