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Reform Jewish Movement Lauds Passage of Hate Crimes Amendment
Saperstein: "The Senates vote for the Matthew Shepard Hate Crimes Prevention Act is a celebration of tolerance and respect and will give law enforcement the tools necessary to battle hate-motivated violence."
Meet the 2021-2022 Eisendrath Legislative Assistants
We are excited to dive into our work as the 2021-2022 Eisendrath Legislative Assistants! We bring a diverse set of interests and experiences to the RAC but share a deep commitment to the pursuit for a more just, compassionate, and equitable world. We are proud to represent and join the Reform Movement and its values in this crucial moment in history.
African Development: HIV/AIDS: A Global Pandemic
HIV/AIDS: A Global Pandemic We cannot confuse progress with victory - this epidemic is far from over." -- Helene Gayle, M.D., M.P.H. Director of the Center for Disease Control's National Center for HIV, STD, and TB Prevention Living in North America, we often hear about HIV/AIDS and prevention.
Nothing But Nets: How Can I Get Involved?
How Can I Get Involved? Nothing But Nets supporters send nets and save lives every day. The U.S. Government plays a critical leadership role in preventing malaria.
Race Relations: Status
Status The majority of the Religious Action Centers interaction with various racial and ethnic communities is through coalition work.
Hate Crimes Continued to Rise in 2020: Will the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act Give Us Hope for the Future?
In late August, the FBI released its annual compilation of hate crimes statistics, summarizing all hate crimes reported to the FBI in 2020. The data is alarming and only tells part of the story, as an increasing number of law enforcement agencies did not report data to the FBI. A new law will strengthen hate crimes data collection, reporting, and response measures, giving us hope that future statistics will be more accurate.
Jewish Values and Action
Jewish Values and Action Jewish Values and Darfur We are taught in Leviticus that “You shall not stand idly by the blood of your neighbor.” (Leviticus 19:16). Yet blood continues to be shed on Sudanese soil.
Denominations Unite to Stop Smoking
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is partnering with the faith community to promote Tips from Former Smokers.
Reform Movement Praises Voices of Calm and Moderation in Israel
Contact: Max Rosenblum or Deborah Goldberg
news@rac.org | (202) 387-2800
Recent Spate of Anti-Semitic Incidents Prompts Alarm
Rabbi Saperstein: "The attacks on three synagogues and anti-Israel demonstrations that spill into violence against Jews are painful reminders that anti-Semitism continues to plague too many Jewish communities."
Contact: Max Rosenblum or Sophi