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Tag: Nonprofit Security Grant Program

0 Antisemitism Politics

US government spends record $454 million to secure religious institutions amid rising antisemitism

Jackie Hajdenberg in Forward · 28 Aug

The U.S. government has allocated a record $454.5 million to the Nonprofit Security Grant Program in response to rising antisemitism, notably since the recent Israel-Hamas conflict.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Where are Senate Democrats on antisemitism?

Marc Rod in Jewish Insider · 15 Aug

The Senate Democrats have been criticized for not taking decisive action on antisemitism in the US, particularly in contrast to the House's efforts.

0 Politics Communities

House overwhelmingly passes Israel aid, even as dissent grows in both parties

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 22 Apr

The U.S. House of Representatives approved a $26 billion Israel-Gaza aid package with overwhelming support, including funding for Israel's defense and humanitarian aid for Gaza.

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Joe Lieberman: A Role Model for American Orthodox Jews

Nathan Diament in Jewish Action · 18 Apr

Joe Lieberman, a prominent figure in American Orthodox Judaism, demonstrated the importance of bringing Jewish values into the public sphere during an Orthodox Union forum in 1998, leading to the establishment of the OU Advocacy Center in Washington.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Jewish groups pleased with Biden budget that boosts funding for security grants

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 29 Mar 2022

President Joe Biden's 2023 budget proposal, which allocates $360 million to the Nonprofit Security Grant Program, has been welcomed by Jewish American organizations.

0 Communities Politics

Jewish groups vie for more security funding

Forward · 5 Feb 2022

Jewish communities, feeling vulnerable after recent synagogue attacks, are actively seeking security funding.

0 Communities Politics

DHS deputy urges Jewish community to be more active in world of security

Jacob Kornbluh in Jewish Insider · 21 Sep 2016

Department of Homeland Security Deputy Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas addressed the Orthodox Union of America, emphasizing the importance of the Jewish community's active involvement in security readiness and response due to real security threats.