Danya Ruttenberg

Jewish tradition, informed by our shared values of dignity, freedom and preventing suffering, views abortion as essential health care.

Here’s how not to mess up.

Danya RuttenbergSeptember 28, 2018

Our culture sometimes tells us that anger is bad or unhealthy. But according to our holy books, it’s a matter of how and why that anger gets used.

For the sin we committed by inappropriate sexual advances…For the sin we committed through inappropriate use of power…

Engaging with those who support the Trump administration’s policies is a tricky, but necessary, process.

I’m grateful to be part of a Jewish community that understands that human rights and preserving life are the bedrock values of our tradition

I have noticed that there are actually some striking comparisons to an important Biblical story in Sessions’ policy that merit some unpacking.

Danya RuttenbergJanuary 30, 2018

The national debate about abortion is back, and it’s pretty clear where the Jewish community falls.

Danya RuttenbergOctober 25, 2017

Looking back on the terrifying year we’ve had since the presidency was called for Trump, one thought particularly stands out: I’m really proud of us

Danya RuttenbergSeptember 18, 2017

The questions that we ask on Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur are not theoretical. They’ve never been. But perhaps this year, we see this more than ever.