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Reform Jewish Movement Condemns Act of Violence, Mourns Death of Dr. George Tiller
Gutmann: "The murder of Dr. Tiller is a tragic reminder that we must find common ground on the divisive issue of abortion.
Tucson Shooter Sentenced to Life Without Parole
One year and ten months after fatally shooting six people and attempting the assassination of Representative Gabrielle Giffords, Jared Loughner has been sentenced to life in prison without parole.
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Decorative Glass Shabbat Candle Holders
This craft for children ages 5 - 10 results in great candlestick holders to offer your Shabbat visitors to use and to create a festive ambiance
Challah Covers
Let your kids go wild! They'll be so proud to see their challah cover on their Shabbat table - and these make for an excellent grandparent gift.
Rape and Torture
Andrew Sullivan, blogger for The Atlantic, has been relentless in advocating for the prosecution of government officials who sanctioned the torture of detainees during the previous administration, a position the Obama Administration has resisted.
Purim Social Action Guide
Here are a few simple ways to give matanot l’evyonim (gifts to the poor) on Purim, and some other ways to to honor the social justice themes of the holiday.
Recent Conflicts Between Israel and Her Neighbors
Since 2000, outbreaks of violence have stymied long-lasting peace agreements between Israelis and Palestinians.
Shots Fired in Golan: Israel Seeks No Part in War
For more than a year, Syria has been engaged in a tense civil war. Despite grave human rights abuses and oppression perpetrated by Assad’s regime, the international community has been wary to enter the internal conflict plaguing the Syrian people.
Galilee Diary: Independence
by Marc Rosenstein
(Originally published in Galilee Diary and Ten Minutes of Torah)
Eye on the States: Medicaid Expansion
In 2010 President Obama signed the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) into law. This act contained a number of provisions aimed at providing better access to health insurance and ensuring that everyone is able to participate in the healthcare market.