Activism

The ultra-orthodox establishment in Israel is reportedly losing sleep over women’s demands for equality.

You might think that I – a public historian – would love the opportunities on our public calendar to celebrate historical figures and communities. But truth be told, I’m a bit of a skeptic.

Extremist Ulta-Orthodox groups in Israel are trying to erase images of women from public space.

In response to the police crackdown on Occupy protests across the country, thousands of people assembled with renewed energy at Occupy Wall Street on November 17th, dubbed the Occupy Wall Street Da

Change is definitely in the air, and it is filling me with hope.

By now, the It Gets Better Project has made headlines around the world, with everyone from Lady Gaga to president Obama posting a video to support and enc

Another year, another Forward 50 list of Jewish leaders who have made the biggest impact (good or bad) in American Jewish life.

"Women told they must ride back of the bus in Brooklyn"

The iconic anarchist Emma Goldman believed that religion was inherently repressive.

February is Black History Month -- “a time to honor the struggles and triumphs of millions of American citizens over slavery, prejudice, and poverty.” Perhaps more importantly, it’s a time to celebrate African Americans’ myriad contributions to our country’s cultural and political life.