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Dave Schechter
Dave Schechter
Dave Schechter is a veteran journalist whose career includes writing and producing reports from Israel and elsewhere in the Middle East.
Dave Schechter
June 26, 2026, 10:34 am
Football’s Family Reunion
It's not always the games, but the atmosphere that makes the World Cup soccer's greatest spectacle and a global party.
By Dave Schechter
In the June 16 runoff, Kevin Abel won, Dana Barrett lost, and Jon Ossoff now knows his Republican opponent.
June 17, 2026, 1:21 pm
Split Decision for Jewish Democrats in Runoff
Abel wins, Barrett loses, and Ossoff now knows his Republican opponent.
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.
June 10, 2026, 1:09 pm
June 16 Runoffs Will Set the Stage for November
A pair of Jewish Democrats are hoping to advance to the general election.
By Dave Schechter
Atlanta will host eight games: Five in the initial group stage — beginning with Spain vs. Cabo Verde at noon on June 15 — and then one each in the rounds of 32 and 16, and semifinals.
June 10, 2026, 11:17 am
Blank Built it and the World is Coming
The Jewish billionaire behind the Mercedes-Benz Stadium continues to invest in soccer.
By Dave Schechter
Mercedes-Benz Stadium will play host to several World Cup matches, although it will be called Atlanta Stadium due to FIFA's sponsorship policies.
June 9, 2026, 10:28 am
The Fervor of Football’s Faithful
The World Cup may be the game's greatest spectacle, but Dave finds that no religion, football included, is without its version of sin.
By Dave Schechter
Dave Schechter
May 27, 2026, 10:19 am
A Letter to My Grandson
Dave has been thinking about how the world has changed between his birth and his grandson's.
By Dave Schechter
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
Dave Schechter
May 13, 2026, 10:35 am
Tending America’s Garden
Antisemitism is the oldest, and among the hardiest, most virulent, and most noxious weeds.
By Dave Schechter
Early voting is underway with Election Day set for May 19.
May 5, 2026, 10:44 am
Primary Election Nuts and Bolts
Early voting has begun with Election Day set for May 19.
By Dave Schechter
Jon Ossoff
May 5, 2026, 10:18 am
Ossoff Waits for Republican Challenger
The first Jewish U.S. Senator from Georgia is seeking a second term in what will be a closely watched and expensive race.
By Dave Schechter
Barry Wolfert
May 1, 2026, 1:56 pm
Jewish Realtor Looks to U.S. House Primary
"These issues are happening at a time when they're affecting me and the people I care about," says Democrat Barry Wolfert.
By Dave Schechter
Dana Barrett
May 1, 2026, 1:28 pm
Election Issues Motivate Jewish Candidate
Dana Barrett hopes to emerge from May 19 primary as the Democratic nominee for Georgia secretary of state.
By Dave Schechter
Kevin Abel
May 1, 2026, 12:08 pm
Jewish Civic Service Advocate Bids for State Senate
Kevin Abel has served on boards of state agencies, refugee resettlement group, and Jewish organizations.
By Dave Schechter
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
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