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Rabbi Saperstein Speaks at Violence Against Women Act Rally

On Tuesday, the National Task Force to End Sexual and Domestic Violence Against Women held a rally at the Capitol to support the reauthorization of a comprehensive Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)

Nothing About Them Without Them

I took a course last semester about violence in St. Louis, looking for a thought-provoking discussion about my school-year city. I started following the local crime section of the St.

Jewish Leader Stands Up for a Strong VAWA

June 26, 2012

Rabbi Saperstein: "A Violence Against Women's Act that prioritizes some Americans over others is simply not acceptable; it would be shameful."

VAWA and Native American Women

As we’ve written about before, the House and Senate are having difficulties reconciling their different visions for the reauthorization of the Violence Agains

Welcome, MK Class of 2012

By Manda Graizel, the Machon Kaplan Program Coordinator.

Everything is foreseen, yet freedom of choice is given. The world is judged by grace, yet all is according to the amount of action. —Pirke Avot 3:19

Human Trafficking in Post-Earthquake Haiti

As aid flows to the victims of Tuesday's earthquake in Haiti, we cannot forget that those suffering the effects of this disaster will not be affected equally.

An Epidemic of Sexism

Sometimes, believing in gender equality and working toward it means celebrating victories.

Praise for Supreme Court Decision in 'Juvenile Life Without Parole' Case

June 25, 2012

Rabbi Saperstein: "We reaffirm the biblical concept that the criminal is a human being, capable of reshaping his or her life."

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Reform Movement Rebukes Iran's Violent Tactics and Nuclear Pursuit

February 12, 2010

Pelavin: "On this anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, the Iranian government has, again, made clear its character through its actions: willingness to resort to violence, suppression of free speech and press, and belligerent unilateralism that puts the entire interna

Close Encounter

Some of you may have read my blog post about my serendipitous celebrity run-in with Justice Sonia Sotomayor while purchasing cucumbers at Eastern Market this fall.