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
Reform Jewish Movement Responds to School Shooting in South Florida
Reform Movement leadership statements in response to yesterday’s mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, which left at least 17 people dead and many more injured.
Reform Movement Response To News That Donald Trump Will Speak At AIPAC Policy Conference
The Reform Jewish Movement has always worked very closely with AIPAC. We respect completely its decision to invite all the viable candidates for president to speak at its upcoming Policy Conference. By inviting the candidates to speak, AIPAC does not support or oppose their candidacies, nor does it condone or commend their policies. AIPAC has, as it must, a singular focus: the U.S./Israel relationship. AIPAC's intent – and its responsibility – is to better understand the candidates' views on issues that impact the U.S./Israel relationship.
Rabbi Rick Jacobs, President of the Union for Reform Judaism, Responds to Donald Trump's Remarks at AIPAC
Rabbi Rick Jacobs, president of the Union for Reform Judaism, responded today to presidential candidate Donald Trump’s remarks at the AIPAC Policy Conference
Reform Movement Appaulds Steps Toward "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" Repeal
Pelavin: "We must no longer allow prejudice to deprive our nation of the skills and commitment of talented men and women."
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Reform Movement Welcomes Legislation Strengthening Iran Sanctions
Saperstein: "These strengthened sanctions provisions will send a strong message to companies that they may either do business with the United States or with the repressive Iranian regime."
Reform Leader Welcomes Supreme Court Decision in Lewis v. Chicago
Rabbi Saperstein: "Todays unanimous decision in Lewis v. Chicago is a victory for civil rights, ensuring that firefighters, and others, who are victims of discriminatory practices in their workplaces can have their day in court."
Reform Movement Appaulds International Iran Sanctions Agreement
Saperstein: "We commend the sustained diplomatic efforts of the United States and other global leaders of the non-proliferation regime."
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