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When Israel launched a precision strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities on June 13, nearly every segment of the U.S. Jewish community rallied behind it. But there was one conspicuous exception: J Street.

Austria plans to implement strict gun laws after a school shooting, reflecting legislative actions by Australia and New Zealand, amid calls for U.S. lawmakers to pursue similar reforms.

Israel's strikes on Iran stir pride and anxiety among American Jews. Recent terror attacks highlight growing antisemitism and community resilience amid escalating conflicts impacting safety.

The letter criticizes Palestinian resistance violence and Iran's nuclear threats, emphasizing Israel's right to defend itself and noting improved Israeli safety.

Richard Sherman criticizes J Street and New Jewish Narrative for opposing Trump's strikes on Iran, paralleling it with Obama’s Bin Laden operation and accusing them of appeasement.

The letter critiques J Street and NJN’s stance on diplomacy with Iran, highlighting past U.S. military actions and Iran’s defiance against nuclear regulations as serious concerns.

Senator Rand Paul asserts the Antisemitism Awareness Act threatens free speech under the First Amendment, arguing it broadly defines antisemitism and could invoke federal censorship.

Jamila Levasseur, arrested for blocking traffic during a protest, downplays her actions, raising concerns about potential consequences from a judge regarding public safety and accountability.

Israel's decisive strike on Iran's nuclear facilities marks a crucial moment for regional security, reflecting urgency amidst growing threats and longstanding tensions.

Former Assemblywoman Joan Millman endorses Maya Kornberg against incumbent Shahana Hanif, highlighting divisive foreign issues affecting local politics, particularly concerning antisemitism and mayoral candidates like Zohran Mamdani.

Zahir Birawi, described in the British Parliament as a person with links to Hamas, called himself a “founding member” of the Freedom Flotilla International Coalition, which arranged the recent failed Madleen yacht stunt to nowhere. Birawi, a Palestinian-British journalist at an Arabic-language satellite TV channel in London, was at the …

Elise Mordos urges the Boulder City Council to formally adopt the IHRA antisemitism definition to combat rising antisemitism following a June terrorist attack.

Mohamed Sabry Soliman faces severe charges for attacking a pro-Israel group, jeopardizing his family's future, including his daughter's medical school aspirations.

The discourse highlights tension between anti-black sentiment and antisemitism, questioning the ethical stance of those denying their interconnectedness, especially within local politics.

Councilmember Taishya Adams misunderstands the relationship between Zionism and Judaism, which are historically intertwined, emphasizing Jewish sovereignty in Israel as a decolonization effort.

The letter critiques the Washington Post's tweet regarding Jewish identity, linking historical antisemitism to the question of where Jews belong, emphasizing an unsettling pattern of violence.

Bruce Ticker critiques violent actions at pro-Palestinian protests, arguing they undermine peaceful activism and contribute to real-world consequences, including tragic incidents like recent murders.

BJN has received several letters related to this topic in the last day or so, and so rather than publish them separately, I have taken the decision to publish them serially here in one long post so that readers can most conveniently follow the entire thread in chronological order. -Ed.

Councilmember Taishya Adams responds to emails published in the Boulder Jewish News on 5/28/25.

"The reason that I have written to the council regarding some of your social media posts is because of the message you sent to the community. While you have a right to free speech, you like all of us are not free of the consequences of that speech."

I am writing to you once again regarding material that Council Member Adams is sharing on her social media accounts. I’ve previously written to you regarding her comment that glorifies Hamas and dehumanizes the Israeli hostages who’ve been held captive for 600 days today (and counting). 

Enough is enough. Here are two recent social media posts by member Taishya Adams, Council's supposed-to-be politically neutral Liaison to the supposed-to-be politically neutral BNSCP.

I add my voice to those calling for Adams to be removed as liaison to Boulder Nablus Sister City Project.

I’m writing not only as a concerned Jewish resident, but as someone who has consistently attended and followed city council meetings for over 15 years—even before I moved to Boulder. I care deeply about this city. But for the first time, I’m questioning whether I feel safe attending these meetings in person. That’s not something I say lightly.

Yom Yerushalayim celebrates Jerusalem's reunification. The term "East Jerusalem" lacks historical basis, representing a modern political construct disputing Israel's claim.