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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."
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.
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
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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
The Warnings of Pinchas, Our First Jewish Extremist
How can we read the story of Pinchas without thinking about the events that took place in Israel last week? How do we respond to the murder of four innocent teenagers?
How to Talk to Children About the Conflict in Israel
We are challenged to reconcile many conflicting thoughts and emotions as we hear daily of the ongoing conflict in Israel. Strong and heartfelt as our commitment is to the security of Israel, we experience a sense of grief at the ongoing violence and over the loss of life in Israel, as well as among Palestinians.