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Stephen Pollard

Stephen Pollard

Stephen Pollard was the editor of the Jewish Chronicle from 2008-2021

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Farewell Lord Young, a giant who bestrode British politics and Jewry

Lord Young, who died last week, was renowned for his boundless ‘can-do’ energy and desire to help others

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MARGARET THATCHER APPEARS AT THE IOD CENTENARY CONVENTION, ROYAL ALBERT HALL BARONESS THATCHER WITH LORD YOUNG

Caryl Churchill's awards cancellation is something to celebrate

Caryl Churchill's awards cancellation is something to celebrate

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It didn't take long for the excuses to start over Kanye West

It didn't take long for the excuses to start over Kanye West

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Jews. In Their Own Words is a triumphant riff on antisemitism

Jews. In Their Own Words is a triumphant riff on antisemitism

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What does Prime Minister Liz Truss mean for the UK's Jews?

The incoming Tory leader has a promising track record on issues close to British Jewry

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September 5, 2022 11:49

What does Prime Minister Liz Truss mean for the UK's Jews?

Heard the joke about the comedy reviewer and the Jews?

"When was the last time a Jew was shot in London?", asked Kate Copstick

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August 22, 2022 15:56

Heard the joke about the comedy reviewer and the Jews?

Abbas's Berlin press conference confirmed a deep truth about the Palestinian president

We should stop taking him as we want him to be and focus on what he actually is

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August 17, 2022 12:59

BERLIN, GERMANY - AUGUST 16: Mahmoud Abbas (L), President of the Palestinian National Authority, and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz shake hands after speaking to the media following talks at the Chancellery on August 16, 2022 in Berlin, Germany. The two leaders discussed bilateral issues, the current situation in the Palestinian territories as well as perspectives on a possible peace process between Palestine and Israel. (Photo by Sean Gallup/Getty Images)

Opera review: Samson et Delila

You don’t often see a performance that is flawless, but this is just that

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June 20, 2022 08:36

Samson et Dalila by Saint-Saëns; Royal Opera House; Covent Garden; London, UK; 24 May 2022; Samson - SeokJong Baek; Dalila - Elina Garanca; High Priest - Lukasz Golinski; First Philistine -Alan Pingarrón; Second Philistine - Chuma Sijeqa; Messenger -Thando Mjandana Abimélech -Blaise Malaba; Samson's Rabbi -Goderdzi Janelidze; Director - Richard Jones; Set Designer - Hyemi Shin; Costume Designer - Nicky Gillibrand; Lighting Designer - Andreas Fuchs; Movement Director - Lucy Burge; © 2022 ROH Photographed by CLIVE BARDA

Biggest joke of the new Iran deal? Its guarantor

Under the revised plan, Russia will ensure Tehran meets its obligations

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April 20, 2022 09:17

United states and Iran - National flags on Brick wall with nuclear icon

YouTube's owners should be treated as accessories to murder

The video platform is contemptuous of those who point out the hatred and incitement it promotes

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March 31, 2022 14:43

YouTube's owners should be treated as accessories to murder

PM Corbyn invites Russian troops to Britain

In an alternative universe, Corbyn won the 2019 election...

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February 22, 2022 10:28

PM Corbyn invites Russian troops to Britain

Why I changed my mind on Spurs and The Y Word

Proud as the chant made me, the rise in antisemitism has changed the context

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February 16, 2022 11:10

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 13: Spurs fans look on during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on February 13, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

The BBC has a serious issue with Jews

Last night's 10pm News report was simply grotesque in its refusal even to mention antisemitism

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January 18, 2022 11:55

COLLEYVILLE, TX - JANUARY 17: Congregation Beth Israel synagogue is shown on January 17, 2022 in Colleyville, Texas. A 44-year-old British national over the weekend stormed into the synagogue with a gun and held four people hostage for more than 10 hours. (Photo by Emil Lippe/Getty Images)

I’ve got two stone to lose… you can help!

Stephen Pollard has piled on the pounds in a permanent lockdown, but it’s time to change

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January 14, 2022 09:55

I’ve got two stone to lose… you can help!

Tom Hardy shows the folly of casting only Jews as Jews

Only he could have played Alfie Solomons properly

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January 12, 2022 10:10

Tom Hardy shows the folly of casting only Jews as Jews

Thank you to our readers, but most of all thank you to a wonderful team

The JC's departing editor shares his memories

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December 16, 2021 14:58

Thank you to our readers, but most of all thank you to a wonderful team

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