Politicizing the Tragedy of Gun Deaths
Tragedy struck Aurora, Colorado last week. A man walked into a crowded movie theater armed with automatic weapons and took the lives of twelve people, including a six-year-old girl.
Reform Jewish Movement Calls on Senate to Reject Nomination of Judge Brett Kavanaugh
Reform Jewish Movement Calls on Senate to Reject Nomination of Judge Brett Kavanaugh
Today, the Reform Jewish Movement adds its voice to those calling on the Senate to reject the nomination of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the U.S. Supreme Court.
NFTY Social Action Leaders Trip 2018 Resources
Calling for an End to Violence & Hate
I couple weeks ago, I told you about American Apparel's announcement that the clothing company would send free "Legalize Gay: Overturn Prop 8 Now!" shirts to any organization in the D.C. area working for LGBT equality.
Reform Movement Responds to Tragedy in Colorado
Saperstein: We mourn with the families of those whose lives were taken and pray for those who have been injured.
How a Parkland-Area Rabbi Found Space to Heal and Reflect
My renewed strength will fuel me as I return to Parkland this week to serve my congregants and community, and for that I cannot thank Kutz enough.
Praise for Bipartisan Commitment to Israel
Rabbi Saperstein: "These actions and statements from these two leaders are a powerful expression of Americas enduring commitment to Israel's well-being and security and as being vital to U.S. values and interests."
Reform Movement Applauds Supreme Court Action in Georgia Death Penalty Case
Pelavin: "The Reform Movement opposes the death penalty under any circumstances, but the application of the death penalty in a case where a defendant's guilt is in question is particularly distressing."
At Vigil, DC Jewish Community Condemns Tel Aviv Attack on LGBT Community Center
Pelavin: "We remember too many violent acts here at home and abroad, too many children taken from parents, too many parents taken from children, and too many families and communities shaken and terrorized by hate."