In Solidarity and Sorrow: Bearing Witness to the First Anniversary of October 7th
It is almost impossible to describe the depth and the breadth of the trauma our Israeli family is experiencing. In many ways, October 7th never ended, despite one year having elapsed. What occurred and continues to occur is still too raw for meaning making. So please – join with me in bearing witness.
URJ and Israel: Post-October 7th Updates and Resources
Our hearts are with the people of Israel and the civilians in Gaza at this difficult time. We pray for the immediate release of all of the hostages, a negotiated ceasefire, unimpeded humanitarian aid to innocent civilians in Gaza, and a future of safety and self-determination for both Israelis and Palestinians.
New Jersey Voting Logistics
Election season is upon us! Here is your 2024 New Jersey voting logistics update - and we would love it if you would share your voting plan with us.
Rabbi David Saperstein’s Words of Wisdom
Rabbi David Saperstein still remembers the exact moments before he became the executive of the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism.
Supporting the Haitian Community in Springfield, Ohio
Rabbi Karen Bodney-Halasz delivered these remarks at the Poor People's Campaign in support of the Haitian community in Springfield, Ohio. Rabbi Bodney-Halasz brought a Muslim colleague with her to participate, allowing this moment of injustice to help re-build a bridge that has sometimes been strained over the past year.
Introducing the 2024-2025 Eisendrath Legislative Assistants
We are overjoyed to introduce ourselves as the 2024-2025 Eisendrath Legislative Assistants! As a cohort, we bring a variety of life experiences, educational backgrounds, and diverse passions to our work at the Religious Action Center.
RAC-MA Celebrates Inaugural Campaign Win as Governor Signs the Affordable Homes Act into Law
We are thrilled to share that Governor Healey has officially signed the Affordable Homes Act into law.
A Jewish Response to Environmental Stewardship: LEEDing the Way
At Temple Israel of Minneapolis, Pikuach Nefesh, or protecting life, guides many of our actions. We engage in this sacred commandment in myriad ways. We work alongside asylum-seeking families, bringing resources and care to protect their lives.
Celebrating Disability Pride Month: Teens Urge Congress to Fund Special Education
The RAC is proud to bring thousands of teens to Washington D.C. for our annual L'Taken Social Justice Seminars. As we celebrate Disability Pride Month in July and the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on July 26th, we think about all the progress that's been made and the work that is left to do around disability justice in the United States.
Votes not Violence: Confronting the Toxicity of our Political Culture
This past weekend's political violence reminds us that political disagreements should be expressed through voting, not violence. Indeed, it is more important than ever that everyone has an opportunity to vote and have their vote counted in the November 2024 election.
