In 'Write Like a Man: Jewish Masculinity and the New York Intellectuals,' Ronnie A. Grinberg explores the intersection of Jewish identity, masculinity, and intellectualism among mid-20th-century thinkers in the United States. The book delves into how these Jewish men's experiences shaped their understanding of masculinity and influenced American intellectual and political life. Grinberg examines figures like Norman Podhoretz and Irving Howe, as well as institutions such as Menorah Journal, Partisan Review, and Commentary. The book also addresses the relationships these intellectuals had with women and contrasts secular Jewish masculinity with Black American masculinity. Emily Tamkin's review praises Grinberg's nuanced writing and the book's detailed examination of its subjects as both thinkers and individuals grappling with identity.

Slovakia's presidential election is significant as it may influence the country's stance on foreign policy and internal governance. The current president, Zuzana Čaputová, known for blocking moves by Prime Minister Robert Fico, is not seeking reelection. Fico, who returned to power in 2023, has been criticized for pro-Russian rhetoric, attacking the media, and attempting to gain immunity from prosecution. The election could affect Slovakia's position on Ukraine and its relations with European allies. The leading presidential candidate, Peter Pellegrini, is in a tight race with Ivan Korcok, and the outcome could further embolden Fico's administration.

JewBelong, a nonprofit aimed at making Jewish life more accessible, has launched a campaign with hot-pink billboards and Instagram posts containing provocative messages about antisemitism, anti-Zionism, and Jewish identity. Founded by Archie Gottesman and Stacy Stuart, JewBelong has evolved from focusing on simplifying Jewish traditions to taking a political stance, particularly around Israel. The campaign has sparked debate over what it means to belong to the Jewish community, with some viewing the organization's equating of Jewish life participation with fighting antisemitism and supporting Zionism as exclusionary. The campaign's messages have been met with mixed reactions, reflecting broader divisions within the American Jewish community regarding Israel and Jewish identity.

Israel has warned it may expand its war efforts into Lebanon if Hezbollah's attacks persist, with Israeli Minister Benny Gantz indicating a diplomatic solution's time is running out. Cross-border attacks have escalated since October 8, following a Hamas attack on Israel. Lebanese casualties have been reported, and Israel has conducted airstrikes in southern Lebanon. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has threatened to turn Beirut and South Lebanon into areas resembling Gaza if Hezbollah declares war. Meanwhile, the war in Gaza continues, with Israel's ground campaign intensifying and concerns about the humanitarian situation growing. In other news, Poland's battle over state media control continues, with President Andrzej Duda vetoing the government's public media budget, and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador to discuss migration issues.

Emily Tamkin shares a personal newsletter covering a variety of topics including her journalistic work, cultural commentary, and personal reflections. She discusses the offensive nature of questioning Jewish identity in political disagreements, the actions of Jewish members of Congress, and the polarization of American Jews. Tamkin also recommends several articles and essays, addresses the cancellation of Palestinian cultural events, and comments on global news such as labor shortages in the Czech Republic and India resuming visa services for Canadians. Personal views on cultural aspects like Taylor Swift's album and Beyoncé's video are shared, along with a section on Jewish-related news, highlighting issues such as antisemitism, pro-Palestinian speech, and the murder of Detroit synagogue president Samantha Woll.

The article discusses the problematic nature of modern debates about antisemitism, particularly focusing on the rhetorical tactics used to conflate criticism with antisemitic conspiracy. It highlights instances where public figures like Elon Musk and Ye (Kanye West) have made statements that echo antisemitic tropes, and the subsequent misdirection by their defenders to shift the debate away from the antisemitic content. The article argues that this tactic wastes time and distracts from the real issues surrounding antisemitism.