Hey Canadian Jewish News,
Your recent note attached to the JTA article, “The strange new trend of AI-powered Jewish news websites is also impacting reality,” is not only inaccurate but also defamatory. Let’s set the record straight:
- Inaccurate Claims on AI: To suggest that we “recently launched an AI-powered publishing model” is a fabrication. Our site update was solely to enhance user experience—not to implement any AI-driven content generation. TheJ.Ca was established when CJN was shuttered and forgotten; we’re a modern, responsive platform built on robust journalistic principles.
- False Allegations of Content Lifting: Claiming that our “prolific homepage frequently features items inspired by original coverage from The CJN” is not only misleading—it’s easily refutable. A simple side-by-side comparison of our content with yours reveals that while both outlets report on the same public events, our article is independently sourced and offers a distinct perspective and analysis. Any objective review will confirm that our reporting stands apart.
- Commitment to Attribution and Original Reporting: Contrary to your assertion regarding uncredited material, our reporting is drawn from a wide range of sources, including news releases, social media, emails, and longstanding relationships with grassroots and legacy organizations like CIJA, B’nai Brith, UJA, CAEF, and Tafsik. Our approach ensures a well-rounded and accurate report, and our commitment to proper attribution is unwavering. The message you claim was shared with “the rest of my editorial team” was a clear affirmation of these principles—not an admission of any misconduct.
With nearly 4,000 original articles from 600 dedicated authors, TheJ.Ca is a platform built on independent, human-driven journalism—not AI-generated content.
Rather than fostering healthy competition or collaboration within Jewish media, CJN has resorted to public smears. In addition to your false claims, there have been recent instances where apparent ‘representatives’ of CJN have taken to public forums to negatively comment on our articles. These actions appear aimed at discrediting our platform and our dedicated authors. By attempting to undermine our credibility through disparaging remarks, CJN not only misrepresents the facts but also engages in a tactic that undermines healthy competition and collaborative dialogue within the Jewish media landscape.
Is your goal to silence alternative Jewish voices? To undermine a platform that has become a strong advocate for Israel and Jewish communities worldwide?
At TheJ.ca, we remain steadfast. We are, we have been, and we will always be a strong voice for our Jewish community, for Israel, and for honest, independent journalism.
We expect better from our peers and call on CJN to correct these baseless claims.
Sincerely,
TheJ.Ca Editorial Team