Complaints about Jewish nation-state bill reach U.S. Congress

A bill making its way through the Knesset has sparked fierce debate over the foundations of democracy in Israel and what it means to be Israeli. Read more.

World Jewish Congress calls on Greece to commit to fighting anti-Semitism

The World Jewish Congress called on Greek authorities on Wednesday to follow through with their commitment to fighting antisemitic vandalism after the third act of desecration of Jewish monuments within the last two month took place last week. Read more.

West Hartford takes lead in coordinating Israeli bridge-building initiative

One Wednesday evening in May, members of a Torah study group gathered at the Crown Market after hours and were joined by American-Israeli musician Yitzchok Meir Malek, who gave an impromptu concert. Read more.

Sen. Boucher to be honored by Jewish Federation of Connecticut

Conn. State Senator Toni Boucher (R-26) will honored in December by the Jewish Federation of Connecticut (JFACT). She will be recognized for her work on education legislation at JFACT Fund’s annual “Night at the Theater” fundraiser on December 16. Read more.

A tale of two philanthropies

The partnership between Federations and day schools must be maintained to ensure a strong cohort of proud, knowledgeable, and committed young Jews for the future, writes the chair of Federations’ Jewish Education and Engagement committee in a new op-ed. Read more.