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Dave Schechter

Dave Schechter is a veteran journalist whose career includes writing and producing reports from Israel and elsewhere in the Middle East.

Photographs of the victims killed and held hostage by Hamas terrorists in Gaza since the Oct. 7 massacre, at Dizengoff Square in Tel Aviv. Sept. 29, 2024 // Photo Credit: Miriam Alster/FLASH90/TOI

October 6, 2024, 8:01 pm

One Year Later: The Hostage Nightmare Continues

The dead must be brought home for burial. The living should not be sacrificed on an altar of hubris.

By Dave Schechter

September 25, 2024, 10:43 am

Which Israel are You Talking About?

Israel defies easy slogans by politicians seeking votes.

By Dave Schechter

September 11, 2024, 10:48 am

A Boy Dreams of His Father’s Return

Commemorations are planned for the anniversary of Oct. 7 as the war continues, and hostages remain in Gaza.

By Dave Schechter

Temple Kol Emeth Rabbi Steve Lebow speaks during the Leo Frank memorial service.

August 28, 2024, 11:32 am

Leo Frank’s Yahrzeit Connects Past to Present

Frank's lynching is connected to current events by speakers at annual yahrzeit observance.

By Dave Schechter

August 28, 2024, 10:51 am

History Has a Long Memory

A Methodist minister from Northern Ireland offers not a blueprint for Middle East peace but lessons from "The Troubles."

By Dave Schechter

Reda Mansour served as Israel's Consul General to the Southeastern United States from 2006 to 2010.

August 6, 2024, 10:25 am

Israel’s Grieving Druze Community

"The world will know us through this tragedy," says Israel's former emissary in Atlanta.

By Dave Schechter

July 31, 2024, 10:32 am

A Tragic Postscript to Atlanta’s Hostage Vigil

A sad ending to hopes for a joyous reunion of a couple kidnapped on Oct. 7.

By Dave Schechter

U.S. President Joe Biden officially dropped out of the 2024 presidential race and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris // Photo Credit: Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images

July 22, 2024, 4:54 pm

Jewish Dems Praise Biden’s Decision to Drop Out

A poll conducted shortly before Biden's blockbuster withdrawal found Trump holding a five-point lead over Harris in Georgia.

By Dave Schechter

After 30 years in Midtown Atlanta, the Federation could become a tenant in The Dupree building, purchased earlier this year by David and Helen Zalik.

July 18, 2024, 1:36 pm

Jewish Federation Considers Relocation

After 30 years in Midtown Atlanta, the Federation could become a tenant in a Sandy Springs building purchased earlier this year by David and Helen Zalik.

By Dave Schechter

July 17, 2024, 11:40 am

Talking Atlanta and Politics on Israeli TV

An Israeli news channel sought out the Atlanta Jewish Times for perspective on the presidential debate.

By Dave Schechter

Rabbi Steve Lebow at his desk with some of the Leo Frank materials he has amassed over the years.

July 17, 2024, 11:31 am

Preserving Leo Frank History

Leading advocate to clear Jewish lynching victim: "I am certain that he will be exonerated, someday."

By Dave Schechter

President of the United States Joe Biden and Former President Donald Trump participate in the first Presidential Debate at CNN Studios in Atlanta, June 27, 2024 // Photo Credit: Kyle Mazza/Anadolu via Getty Images/JTA

June 30, 2024, 3:21 pm

Jewish Atlanta Reacts to Presidential Debate

Biden's appearance rattled some Democrats while Trump's performance more than satisfied Republicans.

By Dave Schechter

June 26, 2024, 10:24 am

Talking Jews and News

The menu for an overnight Shavuot study program included lasagna, cheesecake, and Dave.

By Dave Schechter

June 12, 2024, 5:20 pm

War Prompts Arguments and Questions

Eight months in, Jewish Americans are having trouble talking to each other about Israel and the war in Gaza.

By Dave Schechter

May 29, 2024, 10:27 am