Remembering victims of gun violence – join the National Gun Violence Prevention Shabbat
December 14, 2017, will mark the 5th anniversary of the massacre at Sandy Hook Elementary School. In the years since, 500,000 Americans have been killed or injured by gun violence.
Prop 1: Gun Violence Prevention on the Ballot in Nevada
After a long election cycle, it is so important to take stock of – and build on – the victories we’ve had this November.
Gun Play in Early Childhood
Why We Must Speak Out Against Sexual Violence
The onslaught of stories exposing powerful men committing acts of sexual violence against women is a sad reminder that we often are not safe in our own bodies.
A Reminder that We All Have the Power to Make a Difference
My teens lobbied their members of Congress on LGBTQ equality, comprehensive sexuality ed, climate change, the minimum wage, refugee resettlement, and gun violence prevention, each choosing an issue that was personally important to them.
Building Deep and Lasting Ties to Heal the World
This summer, as we gathered on the eve of Pride Weekend for one of our congregation’s many justice-focused Kabbalat Shabbat services, we put our arms around each other and sang: “We are a gentle, angry people and we are singing for our lives.”
Last Year’s Blockbusters Are This Year’s Blueprints for Change
As we return from the Hanukkah, Christmas, and New Year's break, we have a natural opportunity to reflect on what was, celebrate all that is, and dream about what will be. This year's holiday "break" for my family was a staycation. One of the many benefits of staying put, other than the obvious benefit of not having to travel, is having the time to do simple things like watching several of the great feature films that are currently playing in movie theaters. We chose to see "Lion," "Manchester By the Sea," and "Jackie." Each had a unique story to tell, but all three shared a common thread expressing the importance of family and relationships and illuminating how each person can make a difference in the world.
Statement on the Nomination of Sen. Jeff Sessions for U.S. Attorney General
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Monday, January 9, 2017
Contact: Max Rosenblum: 202-387-2800, news@rac.org
How We Can Help Move the World Closer to Peace
I appreciate proactive disaster management for all types of emergencies, but a recent lockdown drill at my kids’ school sent me reeling.