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Esther Panitch
(Front row seated, from left): Leah Stinson of JTeen, Liz Goldstein, Phyllis M. Cohen, Linda Weinroth, Hadassah Greater Atlanta Chesed Chairs; (first row standing, from left): Jenna Epstein, Mikaela Block, Lauren Cohn, Isabelle Siedman, Alexa Posel, Isabelle Kats, Hila Ben-Yaacov, Stella Gegax, Einav Malka, Kira Nadler, Molly Levy; (back row standing, from left): Max Zhiss, Eric Tepper, Ben Funk, Mason Maslia, Gabe Perlin, Kayla Kleinman, Korah Kenyatta-Simmons, Mylo Morantz, Jill Malkin: not pictured: Audrey Bronfman // All photos by Bob Mahoney Pictures
May 27, 2026, 10:16 am
Hadassah Honors Student Leaders with Chesed Awards
The young leaders represent synagogues, Jewish day schools, and organizations in the Greater Atlanta community.
By Compiled by AJT staff
An estimated 27 percent of the state's active voters cast ballots in the primary election.
May 20, 2026, 12:50 pm
Jewish Candidates Win, Lose, and Earn Runoff Slots
An estimated 27 percent of the state's active voters cast ballots in the primary election.
By Dave Schechter
Antisemitism panel (from left) Moderator, Esther Panitch, Nicole Murray Robinson, program director, ADL, and Jackie Nix, campus director, Hillel Georgia Tech, show their Certificates of Appreciation.
May 13, 2026, 11:10 am
Women’s Empowerment Conference Addresses Antisemitism & Alzheimer’s
Hadassah Greater Atlanta hosted the conference on April 12 at the Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta.
By Compiled by AJT staff
Adam Cleveland is challenging incumbent Rep. Scott Hilton for House District 48 in the Nov. 3 general election.
May 1, 2026, 11:42 am
Jewish Democrat Eyes November Election
Adam Cleveland will challenge incumbent Republican Scott Hilton in House District 48.
By Dave Schechter
Early voting for the runoff election began on June 8 and runs through June 12. Polls on June 16 will open at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m.
May 1, 2026, 11:16 am
Jewish Candidates Scrap in Georgia House Race
The lone Jewish member of the General Assembly faces a primary challenge from her left.
By Dave Schechter
An Iranian flag is placed amid rubble and debris next to a destroyed residential building near Ferdowsi Square in Tehran on March 3 // Photo Credit: Atta Kenare/AFP/Times of Israel
March 3, 2026, 12:13 pm
Purim, Persia, and Iran
Iranian Jewish community closely monitors news, while women's group makes its way home from eventful Israel trip.
By Dave Schechter
Esther Panitch (left) Georgia State Rep. District 51, and a Hadassah Life Member, joins Simone Wilker, Hadassah advocacy chair, at the fourth annual George Legislature and Judiciary Welcome Shabbat sponsored by the American Jewish Committee. Panitch was an honorary co-chair of the event.
February 25, 2026, 10:39 am
Hadassah Attends Legislature, Judiciary Shabbat
The fourth annual event was held at Temple Beth Tikvah on Jan. 30.
By Compiled by AJT staff
Hadassah Greater Atlanta hosted the installation ceremony on Dec. 16.
January 28, 2026, 10:28 am
Hadassah Installs 2026 Officers, Board of Directors
Hadassah Greater Atlanta hosted the installation ceremony on Dec. 16.
By Compiled by AJT staff
The Jewish Community Relations Council of Atlanta will host Peach Politics 2026 on Feb. 10 at the Coverdell Legislative Office Building.
January 28, 2026, 10:23 am
JCRC to Host Peach Politics Breakfast & Panel
The event will be held on Feb. 10 at the Coverdell Legislative Office Building.
By Compiled by AJT staff
“Affordability” will be spoken of early and often during this year’s state legislative session. In this election year, legislating and campaigning may overlap.
January 14, 2026, 10:44 am
Jewish Groups Eye Georgia Legislature
"Affordability" will be spoken of early and often. In this election year, legislating and campaigning may overlap.
By Dave Schechter
Debra Shigley lost in the primary election for state Senate District 21 to Republican Jason Dickerson.
December 30, 2025, 11:45 pm
2025 YIR: Shigley Loses Second Race for the Legislature
Shigley won 39.5 percent of the primary vote, finishing well ahead of six Republicans, but not enough to win the seat outright.
By Dave Schechter
Debra Shigley was defeated Sept. 23 in her bid to represent state Senate District 21.
September 26, 2025, 10:35 am
Shigley Loses State Senate Bid
Democratic Rep. Esther Panitch remains the only Jewish member of the General Assembly.
By Dave Schechter
With all precincts reporting, Debra Shigley had received 39.51 percent, outpacing six Republican rivals.
August 27, 2025, 12:10 pm
Shigley in State Senate Runoff
Scheduling election on Rosh Hashanah is "deeply concerning," says Jewish Community Relations Council.
By Dave Schechter
Hadassah recently recognized 18 women leaders for their continued support of Israel // Photo Credit: Hadassah
May 28, 2025, 10:57 am
Panitch Honored for Unwavering Support of Israel
State Rep. Esther Panitch was one of 18 women leaders honored by Hadassah for their outspoken support of Israel.
By Sasha Heller
The Lubin family, Howard Zavell, Richard Zelin, Royi Ende, and others cut the ribbon for the Magen David Adom ambulance dedicated to Rose Lubin. 
January 15, 2025, 11:52 am
MDA Ambulance Dedicated in Rose Lubin’s Memory
The moving ceremony was held at Congregation Ariel on Jan. 5.
By Robert Garber
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