Why Andrew Cuomo’s BDS Law Should Worry All Israel Supporters
The New York governor’s executive order constitutes a frightening attack on free speech that will create a backlash against Israel and Jews, Jill Jacobs argues.
Why Your JNF Donation Might Be Used for Settlements
Ask any American Jew what the Jewish National Fund does, and they will most likely answer, ‘It plants trees in Israel.’ But the reality is much more complicated.
Social Justice Is Not Just for Americans
This year will witness the reintegration, at long last, of a Jewish vision for social justice in both the Diaspora and in Israel.
Stamp Out Slavery for Good
Priorities for wiping out slavery in the U.S. for good? Pass critical protections and services to victims of human trafficking.
Jews Keep Head in Sand on 'E1' Settlements
American Jewish institutions have maintained a shameful silence on the Israeli plan to build settlements in the ‘E1’ bloc, even though it is a severe blow to the two-state solution.
'Lynching' in Zion Square
A mob of Israeli teens attacked four Palestinians in Jerusalem, beating them nearly to death. Jill Jacobs wants American Jews to examine our own responsibility.
A Sukkah Occupies Wall Street
Last week, Rabbi Jill Jacobs wrote about Sukkot and social justice and asked discussed the importance of place. Her posts are being featured this week on The Arty Semite courtesy of the Jewish Book Council and My Jewish Learning’s Author Blog Series. For more information on the series, please visit:
Does Place Matter?
Last week, Rabbi Jill Jacobs wrote about Sukkot and social justice. Her most recent book, “Where Justice Dwells: A Hands-On Guide to Doing Social Justice in Your Jewish Community” is now available. Her posts are being featured this week on The Arty Semite courtesy of the Jewish Book Council and My Jewish Learning’s Author Blog Series. For more information on the series, please visit:
Sukkot and Social Justice
Rabbi Jill Jacobs is the author of “Where Justice Dwells: A Hands-On Guide to Doing Social Justice in Your Jewish Community.” Her posts are being featured this week on The Arty Semite courtesy of the Jewish Book Council and My Jewish Learning’s Author Blog Series. For more information on the series, please visit:
Independence Day for an American Rabbi
Even if you don’t believe God dabbles in politics, the message of Independence Day is that rabbis have a duty to take strong stands in their communities, writes Jill Jacobs.
