Changes in American Jewish Identities: From Normative Constructions to Aesthetic Understandings - Interview with Steven M. Cohen


 

Publication Date: March 2008

Publisher: Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs

Author(s): Steven M. Cohen

Research Area: Culture and religion

Keywords: Jewish Continuity; Jewish Identification; Religious Denominations

Type: Other

Coverage: United States

Abstract:

American Jewish identities have dramatically shifted over the past few decades, mainly resulting in a decreased sense of attachment to Jewish peoplehood and Israel. In this interview, Cohen draws on his sociological research on American Jewry to provide policy guidelines for American Jewish organizations to help strengthen the Jewish collective across all denominations.