URJ Statement Regarding Synagogue Attack in Halle, Germany
Reform Jewish Movement Responds to Removal of U.S. Troops at Turkish-Syrian Border
Union for Reform Judaism Statement on Connecticut Synagogue Bomb Threat
New York, NY; October 25, 2019 - Union for Reform Judaism President Rabbi Rick Jacobs issued the following statement in response to today’s bomb threat called in to Congregation B’nai Israel in Bridgeport, CT, a URJ member congregation.
URJ Statement On Keren Kayemeth L’Israel Land Purchases in the West Bank
Reform Jewish Leaders, Activists Urge Congress to Advance Health Reform Bill
In advance of tomorrows health care summit, letter and petition highlight urgent need to address growing numbers of uninsured
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Reform Movement to Senate: Help Those Struggling with Recession
Saperstein: "In this time of economic hardship, it is essential that Congress invest in programs that help Americas most vulnerable citizens through job creation, programs that support Americans as they continue to return to work, affordable housing, and good, green jo
Saperstein to McConnell: Denounce Pogrom Analogies
"[Mr. Blackwells] likening of Ms. Johnsen and Ms. Feldblums confirmations to the persistent and violent killing of Jews in Cossack-controlled Russia desecrates the memory of those who died in the pogroms"
Reform Movement Rebukes Iran's Violent Tactics and Nuclear Pursuit
Pelavin: "On this anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, the Iranian government has, again, made clear its character through its actions: willingness to resort to violence, suppression of free speech and press, and belligerent unilateralism that puts the entire in
Reform Movement Condemns Attacks Against New Israel Fund
Saperstein: "In their twisted attribution of blame for the Goldstone Report to the NIF, these attackers are trying to delegitimize the New Israel Fund in much the same way that the Goldstone Report is being used to delegitimize Israel in the eyes of the world."&nb
Repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" Long Overdue
Pelavin: "Regardless of sexual orientation, those Americans who risk their lives to serve our country and defend Americas freedom deserve our utmost support, gratitude and respect."