Polish Jewry
We are appalled at the tragedy now befalling the remnant of Polish Jewry. This fragment of a once great community now finds itself the victim of an organized, government-initiated and sponsored anti-Semitic campaign thinly veiled as opposition to "international Zionism".
Politicization Of Science In The United States
Background
Preventing Nuclear Holocaust
This Union, from its inception, has taken seriously the Jewish obligation to "seek peace and pursue it." We have consistently sought to apply the prophetic vision to the urgent contemporary issues of war and peace.
Printing of Addresses of Dean Gilkey and Dr. Silver
The Resolutions Committee recommends that the following resolution be referred to the Executive Board for favorable consideration: "Resolved that the addresses of Dean Gilkey and Dr. Silver be printed as soon as possible and be made available to Jews and non-Jews."
Privacy and Freedom of Information
Recent disclosures that federal, state, and local agencies have been illegally collecting information about the personal lives, associations, and political opinions of individuals cannot fail to have a chilling effect on the exercise of such constitutional rights as privacy, free express
Privacy and National Security
Background
Privacy and Surveillance
The Union of American Hebrew Congregations is deeply concerned about the increasing intrusion upon freedom, privacy, and the constitutional rights of Americans. Under the umbrella of "national security," at least 20 federal agencies engage in surveillance.
Procedures for Filling Pulpit Vacancies
"Resolved that the Council of the Union of American Hebrew Congregations asks the Executive Board to appoint a committee of laymen which jointly with the Committee of the Central Conference of American Rabbis would consider the proper procedure for filling pulpit vacancies and other rela
Promoting Equal Employment and Leadership Opportunities for Lesbians and Gays in the Reform Movement
Background
Among our most sacred Jewish values is the fundamental principle that we are created in the image of the divine. All Jews, whatever their sexual orientation, are welcome in the Reform Movement.
Proportional Dues Plan
Whereas, the 1957 Biennial of the Union in Toronto adopted a Resolution amending Article XI of the By-Laws to provide that the dues of congregations to the Union shall be based upon the so-called proportional dues plan, to begin with the fiscal year of the Union, beginning July, 1958; an