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Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Lori Lowenthal Marcus is a contributor to the JewishPress.com. A graduate of Harvard Law School, she previously practiced First Amendment law and taught in Philadelphia-area graduate and law schools. You can reach her by email: Lori@JewishPressOnline.com

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US / News Briefs

Ted Cruz is Running for President as the anti-Obama

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

A Cruz presidency as antidote to Obama: repeal Obamacare, dismantle the IRS, strong support for Israel.

US / Politics / Government / Elections / News Briefs / Israel Elections 5775

That US Anti-Bibi Bomb Keeps Bombing

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

The anti-Bibi campaign's quiet change in tax status both came too late and constitutes an admission of wrongdoing.

US / Politics / Elections / News Briefs / Israel Elections 5775

US Orchestrated Anti-Bibi Bomb May Bite its Backers

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

V15 is barred from attempting to achieve its stated goals: defeat Bibi and create a Palestinian State.

US / News Briefs / Saudi Arabia

US Embassy Closed in Saudi Arabia Due to 'Security Concerns'

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

US Embassy and consulates in Saudi Arabia closed due to 'heightened security concerns.'

Politics / Elections / News Briefs / Israel Elections 5775

Understand Israeli Elections - Here's a Primer, Part 1

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

With nearly a dozen viable parties, the president choosing the one who pulls together the pieces, Israeli elections are complicated.

Politics / Elections / News Briefs / Religion / Israel Elections 5775

Can Yachad Appeal to Women? 'Yes' Say Yachad Women Making Policy

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

The "ultra right wing" Yachad party has women working on policy issues of economic importance to women.

Politics / Elections / News Briefs / Israel Elections 5775

Marzel: Let Zoabi Speak; the Left Tries to Stifle Free Speech, Not Me

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

He opposes socialism and capitalism, believes Judaism should guide those decisions, but welcomes anyone who does not want to kill Jews.

News Briefs / Judea & Samaria / ISIS

Netanyahu Doubles Down on Dangers of ISIS Overtaking Palestinian State

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Netanyahu again stressed that a Palestinian State would be taken over by ISIS or other Islamic extremists.

Politics / Government / News Briefs / Palestinian Authority / "Peace" Process / Normalization / Abraham Accords / Islamists / Judea & Samaria / ISIS

Bibi: 'ISIS Would Devour Palestinian State, We Cannot Help Create That'

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Bibi recognizes the Two State idea will mean not only the end of Israel, but also the enslaving of the Palestinian Arabs.

US / News Briefs / On Campus / Education

See the Flag Ban Written, Approved by Calif. University Student 'Leaders'

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

The Flag Ban Resolution passed by the UCI student government rejects 'American exceptionalism and superiority."

US / News Briefs / On Campus / Education

Ban on American Flag Vetoed by UC Irvine Student Govt Leadership

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Sanity prevails: leadership of UC Irvine student government vetoes ban on American and other flags

Israel / US / Iran / News Briefs / ISIS

Americans Favor Strength Against Iran, Glad Congress Invited Bibi

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

A poll conducted for Fox News by Democratic and Republican research teams just before and on the day of Israeli Prime Minster Benjamin Netanyahu's speech to the joint session of Congress on March 3, shows that Americans believe the United States is not doing enough to fight back against Islamic extremism, and think that U.S. President Barack Obama […]

US / Iran / News Briefs

Post-Bibi Bipartisanship May Result in Congressional Ability to Review Iran Deal

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Netanyahu's speech, attacked as partisan, birthed a very significant bipartisan Congressional review agreement.

Israel / US / Iran / News Briefs / Islamists

Iran's Zarif Paints Iran as a Lamb, Israel as the Lion

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Iran's Zarif claims his country is the peaceful anchor in the region, while Israel is the evil danger.

US / Police and Crime / News Briefs

US Ambassador to South Korea Slashed by Activist

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

US Amb to South Korea attacked at event in Seoul, slashed face and hand.

US / The Courts / News Briefs

His Hands Weren't Up: DoJ Clears Ferguson Police Officer

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Ferguson police officer cleared by Justice Department of civil rights charges in shooting of Michael Brown.

US / News Briefs / Palestinian Authority

Al Jazeera Reporter: 'Bibi Said ISIL and Iran Working Together'

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

State Dept. press briefing reporter: 'Netanyahu said Iran and ISIS are working together.' No, he said the opposite.

Israel / US / News Briefs

It Is Bipartisan, These House Democrats Will be at Bibi's Speech

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Names and contact information of House Democrats who have confirmed attendance at Bibi's speech.

Israel / US / Politics / Elections / News Briefs

Want to Tell the BibiCotters What You Think? Here's How You Can.

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Want to know who are the Bibicotters and how you can tell them what you think?

News Briefs

Netanyahu's Speech to Congress - Blocked from U.S. Prime Time, Perfect for Israel

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Bibi's speech will be during the U.S. workday, but prime viewing time in Israel.

US / Antisemitism / News Briefs / Palestinian Authority

California Homeowner's Display: Hatred of Israel and US, Waves PA Flag

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Free speech is cherished, but hate displays on Sacramento home quite disturbing.

News Briefs

Three Car Crash Near Beit Shemesh

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Three car accident near Beit Shemesh on Saturday evening. At least 10 injured.

Israel / US / News Briefs / Palestinian Authority / Media

Said Says (Falsely): 'Israel flooding Gaza with Waste Water'

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Once again al Quds' Said Arikat used the State Dept. Briefing room to slander Israel with false "facts."

US / Politics / News Briefs

Netanyahu Will Meet With Bipartisan Senate Leadership Prior to March 3 Speech

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Netanyahu to meet with bipartisan congressional leadership before he addresses the joint session of Congress on March 3.

Israel / Global / News Briefs / Anti-Israel NGOs

Amnesty International: 'End Veto' Protection of Israel 'at UNSC'

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Amnesty International: Israel amongst the world's greatest human rights abusers, seeks to strip the Jewish State of UNSC protection.

Israel / Hamas / News Briefs / Palestinian Authority / Islamists / Hezbollah / United Nations (UN) / ISIS

Israeli Ambassador 'Awards Oscars' and Teaches UN its Principles

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Israel's ambassador is the party pooper as the UN congratulates itself for its 70 year commitment to lofty principles.

Israel / US / UK / Iran / News Briefs / France / Islamists / United Nations (UN) / Germany / Russia / China

'Apocalyptic' Iran Deal: Details Increasingly Reveal Bibi is Right

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Details of the negotiations with Iran reveal Bibi's warnings correct: this is a very bad deal.

US / Antisemitism / News Briefs / On Campus / Education

New Study: Jewish, Pro-Israel Students on US Campuses Not 'Legitimate' Victims

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Anti-Semitism on U.S. campuses is widespread, perhaps because Jews are not seen as legitimate victims.

Syria / US / Gaza / Hamas / Global / Government / Iran / News Briefs / Islamists / Hezbollah

Netanuyahu Warns Iran is Opening a 'Third Front' Against Israel

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Netanyahu warns Iran is opening a Third Front against Israel with Hezbollah in southern Syria

Jewish / NY / News Briefs

NYC Turf - Not Middle East - at Issue in Kosher vs. Halal Food Carts War

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

New York City's food cart turf wars are tough enough without trying to turn them into the Middle East conflict.

Israel / US / Politics / News Briefs

US Congressmen Hear about the Peace Before Oslo

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Cong. Dennis Ross (R-FL) and Cong. Robert Pittenger (R-NC) visit Israel and hear about the peace before Oslo.

Terrorism / US / Global / News Briefs

Harf, Kerry and Obama: 'The Answer to Violent Extremism is #Jobs4RandomFolk'

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

#Jobs4RandomFolks appears to be the U.S. government's answer for countering violent extremism.

Israel / Antisemitism / News Briefs / European Union

Swedish Journalist Blamed Jews for anti-Semitism, Israeli Ambassador Wins the Day

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Would you blame a woman for being raped? Then why ask whether Jews are responsible for anti-Semitism.

Israel / Jewish / NY / News Briefs

NYC Israel Parade Exec Cries Foul Over Jewish Press Article

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

NYC Celebrate Israel Parade director claims errors in JewishPress.Com article

Terrorism / Antisemitism / News Briefs / Religion / European Union

Suspected Accomplices of Copenhagen Killer Arrested

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Two people suspected of assisting Copenhagen killer have been arrested.

News Briefs / France / Islamists / European Union

UPDATED: Shooting at Copenhagen Free Speech Event, Police Wounded, 1 Confirmed Death

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Copenhagen Cafe scene of shooting attack; presence of Mohammad dog-head cartoonist believed target.

NY / News Briefs / Boycott / BDS

For NYC Israel Day Parade, BDS Banned Only in Words

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

NY's Celebrate Israel Parade new guidelines barring BDS advocates doesn't actually bar BDS advocates.

US / Politics / Government / Elections / News Briefs

Clinton in Tough Spot Over Attending Bibi's Speech

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Will Clinton show for Bibi's speech? Warren's pro-Israel statements may play a role.

Terrorism / US / Hamas / News Briefs / Palestinian Authority / Islamists

Philly City Council Denounces Terrorist Supporter it had Honored

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Philly Councilwoman denounces terrorist glorifications by Ramallah governor Philly mistakenly honored

Terrorism / US / Iran / News Briefs / North African States

US Shutters Yemen Embassy as Shiite Rebels Take Over Country

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

US Embassy in Yemen becomes the third in an Arab country to close since the Arab Spring began.

US / Politics / Government / Elections / Iran / News Briefs

Bibi Says: 'I am Going to Speak to Congress About the Bad Offer Made to Iran'

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Bibi says US and partners already made very bad offer to Iran; he is going to DC to speak against it

News Briefs / Palestinian Authority / Boycott / BDS

PA Announces Total Ban on Major Israeli Products

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

PA says Palestinian Arabs can no longer have most Israeli food products.

News Briefs / Islamists / Egypt / Germany / ISIS

Sisi: 'Muslim Brotherhood is the Origin of all Islamic Extremism'

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Egypt's Sisi calls the Muslim Brotherhood the progenitor of modern Islamic extremism.

US / Politics / Elections / News Briefs

V15 Campaign's Defense is Wrong: Its Positions More Radical than PA

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

V15's stated goals for the Middle East would result in the end of the Jewish State.

My Year of Living Israelly

Power Outage Midday Before Shabbat in Gush Etzion

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Power outage just before Shabbat has little impact on residents of Efrat.

NY / Police and Crime / Antisemitism / News Briefs / Religion

Former Cop Sues NYPD for Anti-Semitism, Including Nazi and Oven Jokes

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Ex-NYPD cop sues for anti-Semitism, - including Nazi and "oven" jokes - in the police force.

Terrorism / News Briefs / Jordan / ISIS

ISIS Video Purports to Show Jordanian Pilot Being Burned to Death

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Reports: ISIS caged Jordanian pilot and videotaped their burning him to death.

News Briefs

Faked 'Selfie' of Arab Running from IDF Incredibly Popular

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Fake photo purporting to show Israelis chasing hapless Arab went viral.

US / News Briefs / Islamists / ISIS

ISIS Holding US Woman Hostage

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Obama admits ISIS holding U.S. woman hostage

US / News Briefs / Islamists / Egypt

Egypt's Foreign Minister: Muslim Brotherhood/State Dept Meeting 'Incomprehensible'

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Egyptian Foreign Minister angry that State Department officials met with Muslim Brotherhood members

US / Politics / Elections / News Briefs / Israel Elections 5775

Likud Charges Opponents with Illicit Funding Through US-backed V15

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Likud party members charge opponents with receiving illicit funds and violating Israeli election laws.

Gaza / Hamas / News Briefs / Islamists / Egypt

Egypt Designates Hamas a Terrorist Organization

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Egypt bans and names Hamas as terrorist organization, Hamas says Egypt no longer broker between it and Israel

Israel / Politics / News Briefs / Israel Elections 5775

V15 US Political Operative Marinated in Hate-Israel Activism

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

V15's Bird was marinated in his former boss's hatred of and blame-only Israel mindset.

Terrorism / News Briefs / Egypt / ISIS

ISIS Attacks Egypt, 27 Dead, Dozens Wounded

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Simultaneous explosions in Egypt killed and wounded dozens Thursday night.

Terrorism / US / News Briefs / France / Islamists / Iraq / ISIS

ISIS: We Will Behead Obama, Make US Part of the Caliphate

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

ISIS threatens to behead Obama, turn the U.S. into a Muslim province, and destroy France and Belgium.

Terrorism / US / News Briefs / Islamists / ISIS / North African States

American Among the Dead in Terrorist Attack on Libyan Hotel

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

One American, a former Marine, dead in ISIS-affiliate's terrorist attack on Libyan luxury hotel.

US / Politics / Elections / News Briefs / Israel Elections 5775

V15 - Look Who is Behind the New US Democratic-Style Campaign in Israel

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Chicago-style campaigning lands in Israel. Who and what is running this "non-partisan" campaign? Paging Lois Lerner!

US / Police and Crime / News Briefs / Islamists

Report: US Sgt Released by Taliban for 5 Gitmo Prisoners to be Charged with Desertion

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Reports that Bowe Bergdahl to be charged with desertion. Five Gitmo prisoners released for his freedom.

Israel / Jewish / US / News Briefs

Founder of Autism Self-Advocacy Org. Wins Ruderman Prize in Inclusion

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Ari Ne'eman, a pioneer in autism self-advocacy, awarded the Ruderman Prize in Inclusion.

News Briefs / France

UPDATED: Jean-Marie Le Pen Injured in House Fire (and Not Shot)

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

French far-rightist politician Jean-Marie Le Pen suffered a facial injury.

News Briefs

Pres. Rivlin Meets with Henry Kissinger

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Israeli President Ruvy Rivlin met in New York with former U.S. Secretary of State Henry Kissinger.

Israel / Syria / Iran / News Briefs / Islamists / Hezbollah

Iranian News: 'Teheran Targeted Netanyahu's Sons' in Retaliation

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Iran allegedly is plotting to assassinate the sons of the current and former Israeli prime ministers.

Antisemitism / News Briefs / Canada

'Leave Canada' Graffitied on Canada Shul

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

In the Alberta province of Canada, a synagogue was defaced with huge block letters scrawled on its walls: 'Leave Canada'

News Briefs / Palestinian Authority / Boycott / BDS / Islamists

Fatah: Protests Against Occupation on Monday, Jan. 26

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Fatah is calling on Palestinian Arabs to protests against Israel on Jan. 26, and to boycott Israeli products

US / News Briefs / Islamists / Saudi Arabia

Americans Offer to Take 100 Lashes Each for Saudi Blogger

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Seven Americans have volunteered to each take 100 lashes in place of Saudi blogger Raif Badawi.

Jewish / NY / News Briefs

Annual Jewish People's Choice Award on Jan. 29 in NYC

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

The waning interest of young Jews in committing themselves either to activism on behalf of the Jewish State or to commitment to observing and learning about their own religion has been a recurrent theme in recent years. One rabbi decided he was going to take a fresh, creative approach to the problem. Rabbi Yosef Wilhelm of […]

Terrorism / News Briefs / Islamists / Africa

US-Backed Yemeni President and Entire Gov't Resigns

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Yemeni president and government resigns, shia rebels appear to seize control, al-Qaeda remains big concern

Israel / US / Iran / News Briefs / Media / Islamists

Despite Democrats' Claims, Mossad Chief Favors Additional Iran Sanctions

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Despite claims the Mossad has gone rogue on Iran, Israel's spy agency is not opposed to additional Iran sanctions.

Terrorism / Israel / Eye on "Palestine" / Global / Police and Crime / News Briefs / Media

#IAmKnife (#JeSuisCouteau) Hashtag Supports Tel Aviv Stabbing Attack

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Following terrorist knifing attack on Israelis, social media members extol the weapon, with #JeSuisCouteau.

News Briefs / France / Media / Islamists

Paris Mayor: 'We Will Sue Fox News' for Shaming the Honor of Our City

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

The mayor of Paris is threatening to sue Fox News for segments she claims have insulted her city.

US / Police and Crime / News Briefs

Shooter at Boston Hospital Dies of Self-Inflicted Gun Wound

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

A man entered the renowned Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston Tuesday, Jan. 20, and shot a doctor. The doctor, a cardiac surgeon, was rushed to surgery by his colleagues. The suspect died of self-inflicted gunshot wounds, according to reports from various Boston-based media. The shooting took place in the Shapiro Building of the hospital, […]

Iran / News Briefs / Islamists / Saudi Arabia

Report: Shia Rebels Seize Control of Yemeni Capital Palace

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

The Shia rebel Houthis reportedly seized control of the Yemeni capital palace.

US / Government / Iran / News Briefs

Obama 'Dog Whistles' Netanyahu (and Insults Congress, too)

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Obama made a pointed but veiled reference to Netanyahu scaremongering about Iran during a press briefing.

Israel / Syria / US / Hamas / Iran / News Briefs / Turkey / Lebanon / Saudi Arabia / Hezbollah / ISIS

Nasrallah Claims Turkey Deals With Both ISIS and al-Nusra

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Nasrallah said Turkey deals with ISIS and al-Nusra, and that the US no longer cares if Assad is dethroned.

Terrorism / Iran / News Briefs / Islamists / Hezbollah

Prosecutor Dead; Charged Pres. Involved in Argentina Jewish Center Bombing Cover-Up

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Special prosecutor in Argentine Jewish Center bombing case shot dead after asserting president's involvement in cover-up.

Terrorism / US / Politics / News Briefs / Religion

Obama Lectures Europeans to Better Assimilate Their Muslims

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Obama scolds Europe for not being more welcoming to its North African immigrants.

Jewish / US / Politics / Iran / News Briefs

Obama Urges Resistance to 'Donors' (i.e. Jews) Pushing for Iran Sanctions

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Obama urged senators to resist pressure from "donors" (i.e. Jews) to increase Iran sanctions.

US / News Briefs / On Campus / Education / Religion

Duke Reconsiders: No Minaret on Cathedral, No Call to Prayer Broadcast

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

In an aboutface, Duke University will not place a minaret on its cathedral or broadcast the Muslim call to prayer.

Terrorism / News Briefs / Africa

Boko Haram 'Using Kidnapped Girls as Human Bombs'

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Boko Haram is kidnapping young girls and using them as human bombs.

Syria / News Briefs / Islamists / ISIS

Back on ISIS's Home Turf: Crucifixions and Beheadings Continue

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Murder by shooting, beheading and crucifixions continue in Syria at the hands of ISIS.

My Year of Living Israelly

Graduation from Basic Training

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

"This is your home," he told the 342 soldiers representing 38 countries, at their "graduation" from basic training ceremony.

UK / News Briefs / Islamists

Oxford University Press Bans Pigs to Avoid Offense to Muslims

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

The Oxford University Press rolled over to political correctness despite the world rallying around "Free Speech."

Israel / NY / News Briefs

Radical Community Groups Condemn NYC Pols' Trip to Israel

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Radical groups protested a JCRC.UJA-sponsored trip of NYC politicians to Israel.

Terrorism / Israel / US / Politics / News Briefs

Competition for Islamic Terrorism Cluelessness Prize: Carter and Stewart Tie

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Jon Stewart and Jimmy Carter compete to reveal their cluelessness about Islamic terrorism.

My Year of Living Israelly

When Wearing Love of Israel as a Badge Masks Danger

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

The fluent Hebrew-speaking IDF veteran believes Israel's "right wing government" is the obstacle to peace.

Terrorism / US / News Briefs / Islamists

'ISIS' Hacked into US Central Command Social Media

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

ISIS-friendly hackers took over U.S. Central Command's social media accounts on Monday.

Terrorism / Israel / US / Antisemitism / News Briefs / France / Media / On Campus / Education / United Nations (UN) / Religion

The New Anti-Semitism: Chesler Forces Our Eyes to See, Our Ears to Hear

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

When Phyllis Chesler first published The New Anti-Semitism more than a decade ago, it was a glowing lamp in the darkening night. Since that time, The Jewish Press readers know that much has gotten worse. Anti-Semitism is louder, more widely and brazenly espoused, with less shame, than it had been in decades. More people can now see what […]

Terrorism / Police and Crime / News Briefs / France / Media / Germany

German Newspaper Offices Firebombed After Printing Hebdo Cartoons

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

'Paris was the beginning of the apocalypse in Europe' blared a tweet on the firebombed German newspaper.

Terrorism / News Briefs / France

Jihadi Flags Found in Hebdo Massacre Getaway Car

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Jihadi flags found in getaway car of Charlie Hebdo massacre suspects

News Briefs / Judea & Samaria / Israeli Arabs

Israel is a Demographic Boom State; Stop the FearMongering

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

When will people realize the Demographic Doom Bomb is a bust? Israel is a Boom State.

Israel / NY / News Briefs / Weather

El Al Pilots Dispute Leads to Flight Cancellation BGA to NYC

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

El Al flight to NY cancelled Monday morning due to labor dispute; weather about to play havoc for Israeli air travel.

Terrorism / US / Police and Crime / News Briefs / Islamists

Boston Marathon Bombing Trial Starts Today With Jury Selection

By Lori Lowenthal Marcus

Jury selection is the first stage of the trial against Dzokhar Tsarnaev for the Boston Marathon bombings and aftermath. It starts Jan. 5, 2015.

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