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Gun Violence Prevention: Jewish Values
Jewish Values and Gun Violence Prevention Jewish Tradition Jewish tradition emphasizes the sanctity and primary value of human life. The Bible commands us, "Thou shalt not murder" (Exodus 20:13).
Gun Violence Prevention: Legislative Summary
Coalition to Stop Gun Violence - National Legislation Page Amongst other things, the Coalition to Stop Gun Violence closely monitors gun-related legislation on Capitol Hill and educates lawmakers and their staff about the need to enact sensible gun laws to reduce gun violence in America.
Anti-Gun Violence Coalition
Anti-Gun Violence Coalition Community Contact Information: Temple Beth El Charlotte, NC www.beth-el.com Goals: Educate the community about issues of gun control. Engage the Jewish and general community in peaceful assembly against gun violence.
L'Taken: In the News
News articles and blog posts written by and about L'Taken participants.
Resolution on Student on Student Sexual Violence in Schools
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While sexual violence occurs in all spaces, schools and campuses at all educational levels create unique challenges.
Arms Control: Position of the Reform Movement & Jewish Values
Position of the Reform Jewish Movement In 1995 the CCAR resolved to encourage an international ban on the use, production, stockpiling, and sale transfer or export of all anti-personal landmines.
Children's Issues: Legislation
Legislation Act to Leave No Child Behind On May 23, 2001, Senator Chris Dodd (D-CT) and Representative George Miller (D-CA) introduced the Act to Leave No Child Behind (S. 940/H.R. 1990), comprehensive legislation aimed at bettering the lives of children.
ASK: Asking Saves Kids
ASK: Asking Saves Kids Initiative to educate community about issues of gun control, safety measures and awareness.
Jewish Tradition Speaks to Need for This Proposed Law
Together, we can end violence against women and foster peace. Here's one of the ways.
Meet the new Eisendrath Legislative Assistants: Building a world of compassion, justice and wholeness
We are excited to begin this year as the RAC's 2017-18 class of Eisendrath Legislative Assistants. We come to the RAC with a wide range of experiences and interests and look forward to growing together as a community of activists, thinkers, and change-makers.