Tag Archives: democracy

For centuries we have taken pride in our devotion to learning and questioning, to look at all positions and issues. When it comes to Israel, however, our communal leadership is selective as to the information it presents to the community. In Boulder, we can talk about Iran but not about the Occupation, the on-going displacement of Palestinians in Jerusalem and parts of the West Bank or about Jewish terrorism against the Palestinians.

As Election Day nears, community efforts for a fair and safe election are celebrated. Accurate counting, rejecting misinformation, and ensuring democracy are emphasized for peaceful transitions.

Bruce DeBoskey raises concerns about Donald Trump’s potential re-election and Project 2025, which promotes a right-wing agenda. He urges stopping Trump to protect democracy.

Join Congregation Har HaShem, Congregation Nevei Kodesh and J Street for a meaningful discussion with Nadav Tamir, a leading expert on US-Israel relations.

OneTable, a national non-profit that empowers young adults (21-39ish) to find, share, and enjoy Shabbat dinners, today announced a partnership with A More Perfect Union, a group focused on organizing and mobilizing the American Jewish community to protect and strengthen American democracy.

How do Humanistic Jews look at patriotism? Join us and find out!

As this year comes to a close, I want to remind readers — of every political point of view — about the critical role that philanthropy can play in advocating for the fundamental principles that have enabled the success of our unique democracy for nearly 230 years.