URJ Leader: “We call for the immediate release of Lara Alqasem”
Union for Reform Judaism Increases Commitment to Israel and Zionism, Strengthening Israel Education, Engagement, and Activism
The Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) announces the next evolutionary step in deepening its support for Zionism and love for Israel as core beliefs and central tenets of North American Reform Jewish life.
Statement Of Union For Reform Judaism President Rabbi Rick Jacobs Responding To Shooting At Tree Of Life Congregation In Pittsburgh
Statement of Union for Reform Judaism President Rabbi Rick Jacobs Responding to the Mass Shooting in El Paso, TX
URJ President Rabbi Rick Jacobs: “Israel’s Decision To Bar U.S. Representatives Is Wrong. Democracies Do Not Hide.”
Reform Jewish Movement Launches New Greening Initiative
Rabbi Marla Feldman: "Climate change is the crisis of our time, and we must confront this challenge in our individual and communal lives."
Contacts: Emily Grotta, 212.650.4227
Rabbi Marla Feldman, 212.650.4000
New Fair Pay Law Combats Injustice of Wage Discrimination
Saperstein: "In these trying economic times, equitable pay is not only a right, but a vital step in enabling women and minorities, the most frequent victims of discrimination, to pull themselves out of poverty."
Children's Health Bill is an Investment in America's Future
Saperstein: "SCHIP is a crucial program, providing access to quality, affordable, life-saving and preventative care."
Contact: Kate Bigam or Jill Zimmerman
202.387.2800 | news@rac.org
Vital Stimulus Package Must Also Support Most Vulnerable Communities
Saperstein: "The number of Americans in need is expanding, and so must our compassion, creativity, and collective will to help them through this trying time."
Saperstein's Letter to Obama Addresses an Era of Great Challenge and Opportunity
"In this time of economic upheaval and military challenges, the pursuit of justice is more urgent than ever."
Contact: Kate Bigam
202.387.2800 | news@rac.org