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Reform Jewish Movement Lauds Passage of Hate Crimes Amendment
Saperstein: "The Senates vote for the Matthew Shepard Hate Crimes Prevention Act is a celebration of tolerance and respect and will give law enforcement the tools necessary to battle hate-motivated violence."
Reform Jewish Leader Praises Administration's Plan to Bar LGBT Discrimination in Federal Contracts
Rabbi Saperstein: "It is our moral imperative to build a fair society where all people are judged by the merit of their work and not by their sexual orientation or gender identity."
Contact: Max Rosenblum or Sophie Golomb
Rabbi Saperstein's Remarks at Stand Strong with Israel Rally
Contact: Max Rosenblum or Deborah Goldberg
202.387.2800 | news@rac.org
Senate Filibuster of Hobby Lobby Fix Bill Shows Continuing Disregard for Women's Health
Rabbi Saperstein: "The women of America deserve more than to have their rights thwarted by a filibuster, and we hope that the Senate will revisit this legislation in the coming weeks and months.
Mitzvah Corps: Summer in Washington Kindles Flame of Justice in Jewish Teens
Rabbi Namath: "The next generation of activists will, through their actions and leadership, bring about a world that is more whole and just."
Contact: Max Rosenblum or Alexa Broida
202.387.2800 | news@rac.org
Recent Spate of Anti-Semitic Incidents Prompts Alarm
Rabbi Saperstein: "The attacks on three synagogues and anti-Israel demonstrations that spill into violence against Jews are painful reminders that anti-Semitism continues to plague too many Jewish communities."
Contact: Max Rosenblum or Sophi
Reform Movement Praises Voices of Calm and Moderation in Israel
Contact: Max Rosenblum or Deborah Goldberg
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On the 50th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act
Rabbi Saperstein: "On this crucial anniversary we reaffirm our commitment to carrying on the legacy bequeathed to us by a generation of civil rights activists to bring about a world that is more whole and just."
Contact: Max Rosenblum or Char
Reform Jewish Movement Responds to Shrinking Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments
“We strongly condemn the president’s decision to shrink Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments. These places are unique ecological treasures and sites of invaluable cultural heritage for several American Indian tribes. Removing their protections would continue a shameful history of indigenous erasure."
Reform Jewish Movement Joins Reverend Barber’s Poor People’s Campaign
For Immediate Release
December 4, 2017