All 100 Senators Call for a Robust Response to Anti-Semitic Threats
In a strong show of support for the Jewish community, all 100 U.S. Senators on signed a letter calling for “swift action” with regard to recent anti-Semitic threats.
The Ties That Bind Are Stronger Than Hate
I’ve recently established a new routine – checking the synagogue upon my arrival. I never used to do this, but Jewish institutions are on heightened alert now.
Why Synagogue Pulpits are Not Bully Pulpits
The Johnson Amendment, a national law restricting political activity in churches, synagogues, and other non-profit organizations, is making news as some preachers are using the pulpit to instruct their faithful how to vote. These clergy see the Johnson Amendment as a muzzle. They believe freedom of religion and freedom of speech mean the freedom to take worship time to express partisan political views.
Moral Grandeur and Spiritual Audacity: What Judaism Requires of Us
Reform Jews have a long history of social action, and within our community today, the urge to make an impact is growing. The lives of our prophets cry out for justice. Our own history provides examples to inspire us to act.
Putting People with Disabilities at Center of Health Care Debate
Discussions about health care are consuming Washington, D.C.
Supreme Court will not Hear Transgender Equality Case This Term
In a major setback in the fight for transgender equality, the Supreme Court announced on March 6, 2017 that it will not hear oral arguments for
Title X: A Reproductive Health Care Necessity
The Title X Family Planning Program, enacted in 1970 as part of the United States Public Health Service Act, provides approximately four million people across the United St
Refugee and Immigration Ban 2.0 Temporarily Stalled
President Trump’s latest executive order severely curtailing the refugee resettlement program and banning entry to the United States from six Muslim-majority countries was slated to go into effect at midnight on Thursday
Pikuach Nefesh: Mental Health and Our Responsibility as Jews
With serendipity, I stumbled upon my youth Hebrew school lessons of pikuach nefesh, the concept of saving a life. It's our obligation to save lives whenever possible, even above observing the mitzvot or commandments.
The Message I Received in a Gift Basket at the Airport
Returning from Israel on the 2017 URJ Board Mission last week, I was handed a gift basket of food with an important message to share.