JL;DR

Daily Podcasts Video Research

Tag: Reconstructing Judaism

0 Israel Leadership

Following internal drama over Israel, Reconstructionist Judaism affirms support for progressive Zionism and 2-state solution

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 2 Jul 2024

After internal discord over Israel, the Reconstructionist movement has reasserted its backing for progressive Zionism and a two-state solution, emphasizing its support for Israel's existence and a Palestinian state.

0 Communities Gender/Identity

Opening Our Eyes: Embracing Complexity in the Jewish Community

Rabbi Sandra Lawson and Rabbi Deborah Waxman in Forward · 20 Jun 2024

Rabbis Sandra Lawson and Deborah Waxman discuss the importance of embracing complexity and diversity within the Jewish community, highlighting the marginalization of Sephardic, Mizrahi, Black, and brown Jewish narratives.

0 Israel Communities

I run the Reconstructionist movement. We believe in Israel’s right to exist but reject litmus tests on Zionism

Deborah Waxman in Forward · 21 May 2024

The Reconstructionist movement, led by Rabbi Deborah Waxman, emphasizes diversity and support for Israel while opposing the occupation of the West Bank and advocating for Palestinian self-determination.

0

Jewish institutions should divest billions in fossil fuels, new report says

Adam Kovac in Forward · 15 Dec 2022

A new report from environmental group Dayenu urges Jewish institutions in the U.S. to divest billions of dollars from the fossil fuel industry.