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Jonathan S. Tobin is an American conservative journalist, editor, and commentator specializing in Jewish affairs, Israel, antisemitism, U.S. foreign policy, and related issues. He currently serves as editor-in-chief of the Jewish News Syndicate (JNS), a news organization focused on Jewish and Israel-related topics, where he also hosts the 'Think Twice' podcast distributed on platforms including YouTube and reports to JNS CEO Alex Traiman. Tobin has contributed columns to major outlets such as the New York Post, Newsweek, Haaretz, The Federalist, and is a senior contributor to the National Review. Previously, he held key roles at Commentary magazine, including executive editor, senior online editor, and chief political blogger, and has professional supervisory relationships, such as with columnist Caroline Glick. He has been a board member of CAMERA (Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting and Analysis) and is a frequent collaborator with the organization. Based in Philadelphia, Tobin's work emphasizes pro-Israel advocacy, criticism of progressive Jewish movements, and analysis of American Jewish communal dynamics, establishing him as a prominent voice in conservative Jewish media circles.