Reform Movement Welcomes Congressional leader's Remarks on Iran Sanctions
Saperstein: "The gathering today affirms that there is a broad Jewish community census supporting the bold statements made by Congressional leaders on both sides of the aisle that the time to take decisive action regarding Iran has arrived."
Proposed Federal Budget Freeze is Cause for Concern
Saperstein: "Times of economic hardship are exactly when government programs, especially those that may face freezes in the Presidents proposal, must be expanded, not diminished."
Reform Movement Observes 37th Anniversary of Roe v. Wade
Saperstein: "Mandatory waiting periods, restrictions on doctors' ability to make medical judgments, the violence that this year took the life of Dr.
Reform Movement Reiterates Support for OLC Nominee Dawn Johnsen
Saperstein: "We take this opportunity to reiterate our support for her nomination and express our sincere hope that she will be quickly confirmed."
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Reform Jewish Movement Supports Immigration Leniency for Haitians in the US
Saperstein: At this time of profound tragedy, we join the call to allow all Haitian immigrants currently residing in the United States to remain here in the immediate aftermath of this devastating crisis.
Reform Movement Leader Marks Anniversary of Sudan Peace Agreement, Urges Fair Elections
Saperstein: Although the North-South peace agreement brought a welcome end to the worst brutalities that characterized the lengthy civil war, the nation remains a powder keg.
Reform Movement Hails US Leadership at United Nations
Saperstein: "The United States leadership on this non-proliferation vote was critical and recognizes that no matter our economic, social or ecological advances, the world remains at grave risk if we continue to allow the proliferation of nuclear weapons."
Saperstein Testifies in Support of Employment Non-Discrimination Act
"It is time for our laws to reflect these values and allow members of the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender community to live their professional lives without fear of discrimination or the pressure to hide their true identity."
As UN General Assembly Opens, Reform Movement Urges Action on Climate Change
Pelavin: "There are many urgent challenges facing our community, our nation, and our world today, but few pose a more serious and more urgent threat than global climate change, especially for the most vulnerable in our nation and around the world."
Reform Movement Welcomes President Obama's Meeting with Netanyahu, Abbas
Saperstein: "[W]e commend President Obama for moving forcefully, during his first visit to the United Nations General Assembly as President, to restart the negotiations process."