Yuval David

Israel, New York, Washington, D.C., United States

Journalist and News Commentator at Freelance

Emmy-winning Actor, Filmmaker, Journalist. Advocate: Jewish, LGBT, human rights. Bold, Vulnerable, Authentic Storytelling. https://t.co/soaMVvR6v1 | IG @yuval_david_

Articles

Reclaiming Jewish Pride in an Age of Rising Hatred — I Am Done Being Quiet - Algemeiner.com

2 days ago | algemeiner.com | Yuval David

To be Jewish in this moment is to be caught between ancestral trauma and modern-day terror. It is to scroll through social media and see our pain dismissed, our history denied, and our people dehumanized. It is to walk into spaces that claim to be progressive only to find that we, Jews, have been erased, vilified, or forced into silence. But I am not silent. I am here — as a Jew, as an Israeli, as an American, as a Zionist, as a gay man, as every other part of my identity –and I am fighting forward.
When identity politics shield extremism

3 days ago | jns.org | Yuval David

(May 12, 2025 / JNS)In today’s social and political climate, identity has become currency. And for good reason: Lived experiences matter. Who we are shapes how we see the world, how the world sees us and how power operates within our lives. As a Jewish, Israeli, Zionist, LGBTQ activist and advocate in media, politics and entertainment, I know this intimately. I also know when identity is being weaponized—not to liberate or empower but to shield extremism and silence truth.
When identity politics shield extremism

3 days ago | clevelandjewishnews.com | Yuval David

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The hypocrisy of the Dyke March

1 month ago | jns.org | Yuval David

(April 4, 2025 / JNS)For 24 years, I have been an LGBTQ activist, adviser and consultant, fighting for equality, inclusivity and the protection of our community. The word disappointment is a painful understatement regarding witnessing the LGBTQ movement so willfully betray its own principles—a chief criminal culprit being the Dyke March.
Don't give A-listers an Oscars platform to promote terror against Jews

2 months ago | nypost.com | Yuval David

On the very day of the release of the Bibas family members -- who were murdered by Hamas in cold blood in Gaza -- Artists4Ceasefire sent a letter encouraging attendees to wear a pin featuring a bloody hand to the Oscars. Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP Here we go again.
Inclusion over division: How we can move beyond cancel culture

Dec 6, 2024 | clevelandjewishnews.com | Yuval David

In recent years, a troubling trend has emerged, threatening the very fabric of open discourse: cancel culture. Initially aimed at holding individuals accountable for harmful actions, it has devolved into an unforgiving environment where people are ostracized for holding different political or social views. As a Jewish, LGBT, social and political activist and adviser, I believe that the values of inclusion, acceptance and freedom of speech are non-negotiable.
In Hollywood, being “too political” has consequences

Oct 15, 2024 | israelnationalnews.com | Yuval David

After Hamas’ brutal attack on innocent Israelis on October 7th, dozens of celebrities signed an open letter in support of the return of the hostages. Many, such as Gal Gadot, Chris Pine, Jamie Lee Curtis, Amy Schumer, Debra Messing, Ryan Murphy, Mayim Bialik, and myself, shared words of support on social media. Actors, directors, producers and writers, united in a call to fight against bigotry, understand that their stardom can garner support in a time of need.
OP-ED: This Yom Kippur... - Crescent City Jewish News

Oct 11, 2024 | crescentcityjewishnews.com | Yuval David |Ron Kampeas

By YUVAL DAVID(JNS.org) – Yom Kippur is my favorite holiday. I am often surprised when others are surprised by my admitting that. Yom Kippur reflects concepts I think of throughout the year, and truly daily—the holiday inspires deepening and improving spirituality, philosophical and reflective mindfulness. And, that speaks to me. This Yom Kippur is different than all others in my lifetime. What the Jewish people are facing now is unlike anything I have faced as a Jew.
This Yom Kippur …

Oct 11, 2024 | clevelandjewishnews.com | Yuval David

Yom Kippur is my favorite holiday. I am often surprised when others are surprised by my admitting that. Yom Kippur reflects concepts I think of throughout the year, and truly daily—the holiday inspires deepening and improving spirituality, philosophical and reflective mindfulness. And, that speaks to me. This Yom Kippur is different than all others in my lifetime. What the Jewish people are facing now is unlike anything I have faced as a Jew.
Wake Up. Step Out. Take Action. - Yuval David

Oct 3, 2024 | qoshe.com | Yuval David

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