The recent announcement of Justice John Paul Stevens’ retirement from the Supreme Court has brought increasing speculation as to who might fill his seat. Of the top candidates on Obama’s list are two Jewish contenders: Solicitor General Elena Kagan and federal Judge Merrick Garland.
Here are few stories that highlight the religious and political implications involved in selecting the next U.S. Supreme Court Justice:
Perhaps, since October 7th, a fifth generation has surfaced. Young Jews determining how (not if) Jewish tradition and beliefs will play a role in their own identity and the future identities of their children.
Given the difficult times that Israelis — and Jews worldwide — are currently living through, it can be challenging to navigate the holidays
“Too many women think their stories are not important or their voice doesn’t matter, which could not be further from the truth.”
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