Reform Jewish Movement Commends NYS Assembly Vote to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage
Feldman: Americans of all sexual orientations should be allowed the rights, privileges, joys and responsibilities of marriage.
Contact: Donald Cohen-Cutler, 212.650.4213
A Summer of Equality: Momentum Builds for Marriage Equality in the Courts
Reform Jewish Movement Welcomes New York's Steps Toward Marriage Equality
Gov. Paterson's announcement is a significant and welcome recognition of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender individuals' right to share in the personal and legal privileges of civil marriage afforded heterosexual Americans.
Marriage Equality Puts Connecticut at Vanguard of Civil Rights
Pelavin: As we welcome the Jewish New Year, we are hopeful that this decision marks the beginning of a year where we will see dreams of equality and acceptance realized throughout our nation.
Marriage in Israel
In Israel individuals can be married as Jews only if they can prove they are descended from a Jewish mother or that they have undergone Orthodox conversion.
Civil Marriage for Gay and Lesbian Jewish Couples
Adopted by the General Assembly
Union of American Hebrew Congregations
October 29-November 2, 1997 Dallas
A Turning Point
Justice for California Gay Community in Today's Ruling
Pelavin & Henkin: "As we teach our children, all individuals are created b'tselem elohim, in the image of the Divine; today's ruling reflects that concept of inherent equality."
Outcomes of State Ballot Initiatives Prove Both Troubling, Celebratory to Reform Jews
Saperstein: “Despite numerous triumphs, we cannot overstate our disappointment in the passage of several ballot measures that will restrict civil rights.”