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Kosher Poker 2015

More than 50 players came out to support the 2015 Jewish Federation Campaign at Kosher Poker this past Sunday, March 8th at the stunning Sands Venetian Poker Room. The four hour tournament raised more than $4,000 towards the campaign, thanks to plenty of rebuys and raffle purchases! The gran…

Prime Minister Netanyahu's Address to Congress

I had the privilege today, together with David Stone, to attend Prime Minister Netanyahu's speech to a Joint Session of Congress.  I am indebted to both Congressman Joe Heck and Congressman Crescent Hardy for inviting David and I to attend the historic presentation by Israel's Prime Ministe…

JewEL Love Stories

In honor of Valentines Day... JewEL Love Stories heart emoticon

Several years ago I began attending JewEL events for different reasons. I thought it could be a great way to make friends, have fun, and possibly even meet a guy. After a few happy hours and other events, I met the man I would…

Report from France - by Rabbi Daniel Allen

France could be called the Tale of Three Jews.

The first Jew is most likely Ashkenazic, and either comes from several generations of French descent or has succeeded financially in French society. This Jew is affiliated with the French community-at-large.

The second Jew is most likely Sepha…

Josh Goodman Blog - Israel

As a Jewish, Zionist student applying to colleges in the U.S, the one worry that is always at the top of my mind is ignorant Palestinian activism throughout college campuses. The one question that crosses my mind is what do I do about it? Do I ignore them, or do I speak up and challenge them…