Additional Resolutions on Gun Violence Prevention
On June 5, We Wear Orange to Raise Awareness about Gun Violence
On Friday, June 5, we observe Wear Orange Day, a national day of awareness about the scourge of gun violence in the United States. We wear orange to call attention to the epidemic of gun violence facing our country, and to fight for a future free from gun violence.
Domestic Violence "De-criminalized" During Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time for commemorating the victims of domestic violence and educating ourselves and others about this heinous, and often "taboo," topic.
On the Other Hand: Ten Minutes of Torah: Following Their Lead - Parashat Tzav
Jewish wisdom says a child’s Torah education should start with the Book of Leviticus. As we read its second portion, Parashat Tzav, we share an episode that first ran in 2018, just after a school shooting in Parkland, FL, killed 17 people and injured 17 more.
Too Fast, Too Furious?
Beginning in fall 2009, the United States Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives initiated Operation Fast and Furious.
Galilee Diary: The Neighbors
Whoever saves one life in Israel [i.e., of a Jew] is as if he had saved an entire world.
– Mishnah, Sanhedrin 4:5
Whoever saves one life is as if he had saved an entire world.
Reform Movement Welcomes Gilad Shalit Home
Reform Leaders: "Gilad's homecoming demonstrates the preciousness with which Israel treats the life of each and every IDF soldier."
Contact: Annette Powers
212-650-4154 apowers@urj.org
Beyond flowers and chocolate: This Mother’s Day, demand comprehensive paid leave
Nearly every aspect of daily life has changed in the past few months.
Ki Teitzei: When You Go Out as a Warrior
Parashat Ki Teitzei includes a rich and varied collection of directives that serve as a partial blueprint for behaviors and norms to create the emerging covenantal culture. As Professor Adele Berlin notes, “Issues pertaining to women are prominent in this parashah. . . .
Looking Forward: Remaining Challenges, Emerging Opportunities
Rabbi David Saperstein spoke today at a Department of Justice and George Washington University Law School conference titled "Confronting Discrimination in the Post-9/11 Era: Challenges and O