Jonathan Sarna
The Classic Kiddush Trio
How schnapps, herring, and bowtie cookies became standard fare in shul—and why they’re making a comeback
New York’s Pro-Slavery Rabbi
Congregants gathering at the famously liberal B’nai Jeshurun may not know about a dark chapter in its past
When President Obama Extolled the Jews
The President turned to Nextbook Press’ author for his speech
General Frenemy
In 1862, Ulysses S. Grant issued an order expelling all Jews from his territory. Turns out, that was a good thing. Historian Jonathan Sarna explains.
The Jewish Vote
Charges of dual loyalty have dogged American Jews since the 1868 election, as Jonathan Sarna explains in his book
When Haman Wore the Union Blues
An excerpt from new release When General Grant Expelled The Jews
Happy Birthday, President Lincoln
Former president appears in forthcoming Nextbook Press book
Bridgetown
A new Federation census doubled the Jewish population of Portland, Ore., overnight. Now the question is who they are and how to connect with them.
On the Bookshelf
Shifting foundations: of five-legged tables and other theories of Jewish identity
Neighborhood Bully
Why the Israel Defense Forces hit Syria—and why they believe that Assad won’t hit back
When Berlin Meant Business
Berlin was once home to 50,000 Jewish-owned businesses. A historian is now obsessively reconstructing their demise.
In Praise of Dairy Restaurants
A visit to B&H Restaurant on Second Avenue brings back memories of milchig establishments of yore
Curse of the Survivor
Singer Vera Gran was haunted by allegations of Nazi collaboration. A new book asks if survival made her guilty.
