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Jonathan Samen Hot Buttons, Cool Conversations Discussion Series
The Trump Effect: Examining the Impact on the Jewish Community
Date
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Time
Location
Riemer-Goldstein Theater, Leventhal-Sidman JCC
333 Nahanton Street
Newton, MA, 02459
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A program of the Jonathan Samens Hot Buttons, Cool Conversations Discussion Series
Join a distinguished panel of top journalists for a thoughtful, in-depth discussion on the impact of Donald Trump’s policies on the Jewish community. The conversation will explore critical issues including Israel, anti-Semitism, and core American Jewish values within the broader political landscape. Through balanced dialogue, the panel will examine how Trump’s presidency has influenced, shaped, and even complicated Jewish interests at times, offering a nuanced analysis of the effect his policies have had on the Jewish community. Expect a respectful exchange of perspectives and a deeper understanding of these complex issues.
Panelists include: Gabby Deutch, Senior National Correspondent at Jewish Insider; Eli Lake, columnist for The Free Press and host of Breaking History, a new history podcast; and Jonathan Weisman, journalist and author. Moderator: Jane Eisner former Director of Academic Affairs at the Graduate School of Journalism at Columbia University.
Questions, please email hotbuttons@jccgb.org
In Partnership with WGBH Boston
Photos may be taken at this program and used for promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to have your photo or your child's photo taken, please inform event staff when you arrive.
Join a distinguished panel of top journalists for a thoughtful, in-depth discussion on the impact of Donald Trump’s policies on the Jewish community. The conversation will explore critical issues including Israel, anti-Semitism, and core American Jewish values within the broader political landscape. Through balanced dialogue, the panel will examine how Trump’s presidency has influenced, shaped, and even complicated Jewish interests at times, offering a nuanced analysis of the effect his policies have had on the Jewish community. Expect a respectful exchange of perspectives and a deeper understanding of these complex issues.
Panelists include: Gabby Deutch, Senior National Correspondent at Jewish Insider; Eli Lake, columnist for The Free Press and host of Breaking History, a new history podcast; and Jonathan Weisman, journalist and author. Moderator: Jane Eisner former Director of Academic Affairs at the Graduate School of Journalism at Columbia University.
Questions, please email hotbuttons@jccgb.org
In Partnership with WGBH Boston
Photos may be taken at this program and used for promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to have your photo or your child's photo taken, please inform event staff when you arrive.
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