Press Releases
Beacon School “Abandoned its Educational Mission, ” says Rabbinic Group
There are no two ways about it; claiming that Hamas operatives are ‘victims’ is to say that killing Jews is a peaceful activity. A school should sympathize with intended victims and not with terrorists.
“Libelous and a Disgrace:” Rabbis Deplore False Condemnations by Jewish Senators
No country in the world would hesitate to use force to protect its citizens from being overrun by an armed multitude pledging to invade and kill its inhabitants.
Rabbinic Group Encourages Senate Confirmation of Gina Haspel to Head CIA
An accurate moral calculus requires that we balance the rights of captured terrorists against those of their intended victims. The CIA used these techniques only to save American civilian lives from further acts of terrorism.
Rabbis Welcome New White House Faith and Opportunity Initiative
Past policies hampered the free exercise of religion and prevented provision of critical services in everything from healthcare to foster care. The announcement of this new initiative is a further sign of President Trump’s commitment to true freedom of religion in this country.
Rabbis Rebut Criticism of “Outstanding” Trump Administration Appointments
Bolton and Pompeo not only have strong records of friendship towards Israel and the Jewish community, but they have distinguished themselves by standing up boldly against aggressors and those who seek to oppress freedom. With these outstanding appointments, President Trump has done the free world a great favor.
Rabbis Oppose NJ Assisted Suicide Bill
The Aid in Dying for the Terminally Ill Act constitutes an assault on the sanctity of life and must be opposed by every caring citizen.
CJV Demands Rep. Keith Ellison Resign
Ellison supported Louis Farrakhan for years, joined him on multiple occasions as a congressman, and has been dishonest about their relationship. He has disqualified himself.
Rabbis Express Outrage at Schumer Swipe
The CJV expressed pain and offense at comments by Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer (D-NY) which targeted the Orthodox Jewish community, calling his remarks “a nasty swipe against other Jews, bordering on bigotry.”
Rabbis Defend Pence Tweet
From the beginning, left-wing partisans have tried to tie the Trump Administration to anti-Semitism, while the President and Vice President have demonstrated nothing but outstanding friendship to Jews and the Jewish people.
Statement on Vice President Pence Knesset Address
Vice-President Pence beautifully articulated the Trump Administration’s approach to the Middle East, one which is grounded in realism and not fantasy, and which expresses heartfelt support for Israel as a trusted friend and ally rather than a client state or a nuisance.