Diverse Array of National Faith Organizations Call for Senate Passage of Employment Non-Discrimination Act
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TRUST Act's Moral Backers: Rabbis and Jewish Advocates Mobilized for Change
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Reform Movement Welcomes House Passage of Inclusive VAWA; Looks Forward to Swift Enactment
Weinstein: "Although it has taken far too long to reach this day, we commend both chambers in Congress for passing a reauthorization bill that includes better training for law enforcement, victim service providers and personnel; improved protections for women in t
Reform Movement Condemns Rocket Attacks in Israel
Rabbi Saperstein: "The rockets serve no purpose other than to kill and terrorize innocent Israelis and the ongoing effort to target them must not continue."
Reform Movement Welcomes 2nd Circuit's Ruling on DOMA
Rabbi Saperstein: "We oppose DOMA because of our unequivocal support for equal rights for all people, including the right to a civil marriage license, reflecting our understanding that the stamp of the Divine is present in each and every human being."
Reform Movement Deeply Concerned by Congressional Letter from Christian Denominational Leaders
Rabbis Jacobs, Saperstein and Stein: "Unfortunately, by calling for hearings only on aid to Israel and not mentioning the aid given by the U.S.
Reform Movement Welcomes Ruling on PA Voter ID Law
Rabbi David Saperstein: "There are few more vital responsibilities than choosing our communal leaders, and no citizen should be denied the right to exercise that responsibility."
Saperstein Condemns Attack on Jewish Community in Sweden
Rabbi Saperstein: "Although two individuals purportedly responsible for the attack have been arrested, it is clear that law enforcement, political and communal leaders must vigorously address the broader issue of anti-Semitism that continues to flourish."
Rabbi Saperstein Submits Testimony on Hate Crimes and Domestic Extremism
Rabbi Saperstein: "Violent domestic extremism not only threatens Jews, Muslims, and the LGBT community, but is a threat to our national security as a whole."