There’s more to Shavuot than cheesecakeAs this Shavuot approaches — the holiday begins Saturday evening — I am keenly aware that I remain imperfect. I have yet to grow — particularly where Jewish learning is concerned3 min read
A prayer for more accurate historical knowledgeIf I’m worried about levels of Holocaust knowledge in my country, I’m also anxious about Americans’ grasp of the history of the Jewish state, writes Erika Dreifus from New York.3 min read
How Oprah re-acquainted me with Modeh AniModeh Ani helps me start my day in the light. It ensures that my earliest thoughts each day are positive, writes Erika Dreifus3 min read
Double standards: the case of Andrea MitchellWe should not compromise when it comes to the truth, writes Erika Dreifus from New York3 min read
My personal king and very own Queen EstherAs America remembers the influential Martin Luther King, our columnist recalls those who most influenced her life3 min read||January 12, 2018 12:39
Looking forward to a year of good readingOur American correspondent invites JC readers to join her on the sofa with a cup of tea and a good book in the coming year3 min read||December 7, 2017 10:48
One year later it remains difficult to believeSo much has changed, not least the US presidency, writes Erika Dreifus from New York2 min read||November 2, 2017 13:29
Voices from the Vietnam War are still relevantThere is no more appropriate time than the Days of Awe to absorb and reflect on The Vietnam War, writes Erika Dreifus in her View from the USA3 min read||September 28, 2017 15:02