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What You Need to Know about Israel's New Government and Its Possible Influence
The webinar was designed to help attendees better understand the coalition agreement, how it will impact democracy and liberal Jewish movements in Israel, and its effect on Israel-Diaspora relations.
On the 25th Anniversary of "Casino," A Look at Jewish Gangsters in Pop Culture
Casino Martin Scorsese’s examination of the mob’s control of Las Vegas in the 1960s and 70s, debuted in theaters on Nov. 22, 1995 — just over 25 years ago.
The Tzedek Box: A New Way to Hold Yourself Accountable in the Pursuit of Justice
What will it take for all of us to pursue the tireless work of tzedek with consistency? It is in this spirit that I invite you to join a new initiative: the Tzedek Box.
Melissa S. Johnson
General Counsel and Vice President, People, Culture, and Risk Management
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Missy Johnson is responsible for developing and executing strategy in support of the priorities of the organization, specifically in the areas of ethics accountability, risk management, legal compliance, talent development, performance management, employee engagement, succession planning and compensation.
Sylvester: To Celebrate or Not to Celebrate?
In North America, many Jews prepare for Rosh Rosh HaShanah, the Jewish new year, by making to-do lists: acquiring seats for High Holiday services, inviting guests, purchasing a new fruit, and preparing chicken soup just like Bubbe used to make.
At New Year's, We Can Revisit Rosh HaShanah Goals... and Try Again
On Rosh HaShanah, Jews traditionally throw pieces of bread into the water as a symbolic gesture of casting away our sins. The first of January can be a time to see which sins have have stayed away and which returned from their watery grave.
7 Lucky Jewish Foods to Eat at the Start of the Secular New Year
Whether or not you believe in superstitions, it can be fun to put your own spin on them! Close out the secular year by putting a Jewish twist on traditional New Year’s foods.
RAC-NY Commends Governor Cuomo for Signing Protect Our Courts Acts
Jewish leaders respond to Governor Cuomo’s signing of the Protect Our Courts Act (S00425A/A2176A), which will prevent federal immigration enforcement agents from arresting immigrant New Yorkers while they are in court.
Worship in the Time of Pandemic: What We Have Learned
During the High Holidays, our Reform clergy faced the challenge of maintaining the sense of awe and continuity while at the same time finding new ways to create a meaningful worship experience as they livestreamed to empty sanctuaries.
Viewing Israel’s Defense Forces through the Eyes of an American Volunteer
Mark Werner is a retired attorney in Raleigh, N.C., who for the past 18 years has devoted two or three weeks every summer to volunteering on Israeli military bases through Volunteers For Israel, the U.S. partner of Israeli organization Sar-el.