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RAC-CA Issue Research Teams
About Issue Research Teams RAC-CA has six issue research teams covering climate change, criminal justice, immigration, health care, housing, and gun violence prevention.
RAC-CA Governance
RAC-CA seeks to build our collective power to create the California of our dreams. Our structure includes professional staff, a statewide leadership team, issue research groups, and congregational social justice teams.
Malangas & Mangoes with a Cuban Minyan
Seven men, two Torahs and God." That was the definition of a minyan in Cuba for decades. Today the Torahs and God no longer need to be counted.
How to Play Dreidel: The Traditional Game, Plus a New Spin
Dreidel is the traditional game played to celebrate Hanukkah. How do you play dreidel? Read this handy guide, which includes an alternative style of play and other fun ideas.
German Brass Hanging Lamp
Dear Jonathan: All we know about this brass hanging lamp is that it came from Germany, possibly Westphalia, in the 1840s. Can you tell us more?
The Ultimate Jewish Finger Food
When you consider Jewish law, history, and tradition, it’s not surprising that little "pies" of dough filled with vegetables, cheese, or meat are ubiquitous throughout the Jewish diaspora.
Why Apples and Honey?
Apples and honey: For many Jews, these words are an inseparable pairing. We dip a slice of apple in honey to express our hopes for a sweet and fruitful year.
Debbie Friedman
Legendary American Jewish composer, singer, and recording artist Debbie Friedman z"l is credited with creating a whole new genre of contemporary, accessible Jewish music.
Dan Nichols
Dan Nichols is one of the most popular and influential Jewish musicians in North America, performing over 200 concerts a year.