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.”
A Crucial First Step for Our Environment, Our Economy, and Our Health
Saperstein: "Passage of this vital bill shows that we can tackle climate change in a way that protects our planet and the poorest and most vulnerable members of society, in our nation and around the world."
Reform Movement Commends Report on Prison Rape, Calls for Action
Saperstein: "These numbers, likely underreported, serve as an alarming reminder of the scourge of prison rape and the immediate need for preventative programs, treatment, and investigation."
Reform Movement Condemns Repressive Violence, Mourns deaths of Iranian protesters
Saperstein: "Above all, we mourn the senseless deaths, condemn the violent repression of the rights of free assembly, speech, and dissent, and urge that these human rights violations cease immediately."
Hate Crimes Bill Would Give Nation "The Ability to Respond"
"Hate crimes are nothing less than attacks on those values that are the pillars of our republic and the guarantors of our freedom. They are a betrayal of the promise of America."
On Anniversary of Caputre, Reform Movement Prays for Release of Gilad Shalit
Pelavin: "We hope and pray that a renewed effort and diplomatic ingenuity can, at last, help deliver Gilad home safely"
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