Support Access to Abortion and the EACH Woman Act
On January 31, 2017, Congresswomen Barbara Lee (D-CA-13) and Jan Schakowsky (D-IL-9) reintroduced the Equal Access to Abortion Coverage in Health Insurance Act, or&nbs
From Frightening Pessimism to Cautious Optimism
I frame my Israel engagement as a partnership with Israelis about acknowledging Israel’s progress and supporting its future regarding the Jewish State’s own self-definition and vision
After a Bomb Threat, I Remain Hopeful That Goodness Will Win
When our JCC received a bomb threat on Monday morning, suddenly, the front desk staff didn’t seem tough enough for the real world.
The 5 (or So) Habits of Successful Seder Leaders
What kind of leadership style works best for a seder? During a period when we are experiencing a shake-up in national leadership, you may want to re-examine the relationship that exists between leader and participants at the Passover meal.
The Keva and Kavanah of The Tent
The Tent is your framework; it is your keva. Use the technology and its best practices as your guide. You will receive the greatest benefit from The Tent, however when you bring real and meaningful kavanah – your curiosity, your creativity and your passion.
Introducing the 2017-18 World We Want CA Legislative Agenda!
This year we will be focusing on a slate of 11 bills before the California Legislature centered around five vulnerable populations: immigrants and refugees; victims of hate and bias (including religious minorities and LGBTQ people); those in danger of losing health care and facing diminished repr
My Daughter's Growing Pains Hurt Me, Too
From the moment of birth, children begin to separate from us. Once again, my 16-year-old daughter is pulling away from me and it is excruciatingly painful.
We’re All Responsible for Fighting Injustice
As North American Jews, we have a certain level of privilege. With this privilege comes a sense of obligation to care for the vulnerable among us.
AIPAC 2017: No Political Camp Has the Right to Define Who's Pro-Israel
When we disagree with this Administration, as we have with presidents from both parties over many decades, we do so as clearly and powerfully as we can.
How to Host a Chocolate Passover Seder
At this glorious time of year when we shift from winter to spring and recognize the torment and ultimate triumphs of our ancient Jewish ancestors, why not add a twist to tradition and celebrate the Passover holiday with one of God’s true miracles... chocolate?