In Remembrance of Hersh Goldberg-Polin
September 11, 2024
We have to remember the beautiful, precious, kind, and generous soul whose absence causes this sorrow.
Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback
Empathy is Bipartisan
August 28, 2024
It’s been almost a year since these sons and daughters, mothers and fathers, grandparents were stolen from their lives and their families—almost a year of unimaginable agony.
Thank You, Judge Scarsi
August 16, 2024
Thank you Judge Scarsi for seeing us, for understanding us, and for this temporary injunction that we hope might lead to more robust and permanent protections for our people.
May We Rejoice at the Downfall of Our Enemies?
August 8, 2024
“Is it OK to be happy that he’s dead? Not just relieved but happy?”
The Wisdom to Know When
July 25, 2024
Who would tell him that perhaps for the good of the people he served, it was time to let go? Who could sensitively and effectively deliver such a message?
For Better or Worse?
July 24, 2024
One of my friends and I frequently disagree about a fundamental aspect of human nature. Our debate is as old as time.
How Good Are Your Tents Oh Israel
July 18, 2024
In a time when so many voices are describing what they perceive to be our ugliness and moral depravity, Balaam’s words remind us to reflect on the beauty and grace of our community and people.
A Walk to Tel Aviv
June 20, 2024
May we have the awareness to notice and give thanks for the blessings already here. May we have the resilience to trust that better days will come again.
Israel Pride Remembers the Hostages
June 12, 2024
A special flag was created for this moment that expands the yellow band of the rainbow in honor of the hostages.
Celebrating Jewish American Heritage Month at the White House
May 29, 2024
Jewish American Heritage Month gives us the opportunity to reflect on both the tremendous contributions we have made to this country as well as the extraordinary gifts this country has given us in return.
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