Things Matter: On Giving Wildfire Victims Space to Grieve
Our things are important and precious to us. They are physical manifestations of our memories. They are our attachment to people and places. They are infinitely meaningful.
Strengthening Our Commitment to International Religious Freedom
We are lucky to live in country that was founded on the cornerstones of freedom of speech, expression, and religion. We see the signs of religious freedom every day as we walk down the street and pass a church, a mosque, and a synagogue all on one block.
A Rare and Precious Soul: Remembering Al Vorspan, z”l
Rabbi Eric Yoffie, president emeritus of the Union for Reform Judaism, delivered this eulogy at Al Vorspan's funeral on Wednesday, February 20, 2019.
Mourning, Broken, Afraid: A Letter to My Friends
If you are my friend, know that I am mourning the heinous murder of George Floyd at the hands of four police officers who worked for a police department with a long history of excessive use of force against Black and Brown bodies.
It's Time to Bring Young Immigrants into the Light
We must gather together. We cannot turn aside our attention. We need to stand up and shine our collective light. Politically, we have a six-month timeline that starts now.
How (and Why) I Let Go of Christmas
My husband, along with millions and billions of other people, doesn’t celebrate Christmas, but I never thought my children wouldn’t celebrate it.
“Hatikvah:” One of the Greatest Anthems Ever Written
Learn about “Hatikvah,” Israel’s national anthem, which has several surprises connected to its words and music.
What Do Children of Intermarried Parents Portend for the Jewish Future?
For the first time in history, we knew in advance that the winner of the 2016 presidential election would have a Jewish son-in-law – Marc Mezvinsky or Jared Kushner.
Drawing Comfort from Tradition When Tragedy Strikes
On the first anniversary of the Parkland shooting, we remember the lost lives and the lost innocence of an entire generation that is using its voice to stop gun violence.
"Never, Ever Stop Fighting": A Jewish Parkland Student's Story
It's been one year since the shooting at my high school that left 17 injured and another 17 dead.