The Kibbitzer – Fall 2023
The Kibbitzer – Fall 2023
We are in a moment of crisis: Israel is at war with a terrorist army, Hamas slogans are echoing in schools, and we are experiencing a 400% increase in antisemitism in the United States. At the same time, we are ...
Read MoreResource Page: Understanding and addressing the Israel-Hamas War
Resource Page: Understanding and addressing the Israel-Hamas War
JCRC is here to support the community during this horrific time. We are compiling resources here to support students, parents, employees, and others in communicating about and responding to the atrocities committed by Hamas and resulting war.
Read MoreStatements of solidarity from Gov. Walz, Lt. Gov. Flanagan, and our Congressional delegations
Statements of solidarity from Gov. Walz, Lt. Gov. Flanagan, and our Congressional delegations
October 7, 2023 – JCRC is most grateful to our elected officials who have already spoken out on a bipartisan basis in their unequivocal support for the people of Israel, against this heinous, unprovoked invasion of Israel by Hamas terrorists, and right of Israel, like any sovereign nation, to defend itself.
Read MoreRemembering Dora Zaidenweber, z”l
Remembering Dora Zaidenweber, z”l
We mourn the loss of our friend Dora Zaidenweber, z”l. Dora passed at 99 on Sept. 21, 2023. Funeral services are 2:00 PM, Friday, Sept. 22 at Adath Jeshurun Congregation.
Read MoreJCRC stands with majority of Israelis who oppose weakening Israel’s independent judiciary; favors broad national consensus
JCRC stands with majority of Israelis who oppose weakening Israel’s independent judiciary; favors broad national consensus
September 6, 2023 By Steve Hunegs For months, hundreds of thousands of Israelis have peacefully taken to the streets every Saturday night to protest the governing coalition’s efforts to constrain the independence of Israel’s internationally respected Supreme Court. Polls consistently ...
Read MoreThe Kibbitzer – Summer 2023
The Kibbitzer – Summer 2023
An early Shana Tova – sending blessings for a joyous, healthy 5784. We are grateful for your friendship and support. Please contribute before August 31 to grow and sustain our momentum! 2023 Sidney Barrows Lifetime Commitment Award Steve ...
Read MoreStar Tribune Counterpoint: Discrimination has no rights
Star Tribune Counterpoint: Discrimination has no rights
In a Star Tribune Counterpoint, JCRC executive director Steve Hunegs and deputy executive director Ethan Roberts outline JCRC’s position on the Israeli judicial overhaul while rebutting discredited arguments by BDS activists.
Read MoreHunegs and Parritz among the Minnesotans invited to attend President Isaac Herzog’s speech to a joint session of Congress
Hunegs and Parritz among the Minnesotans invited to attend President Isaac Herzog’s speech to a joint session of Congress
July 21, 2023 JCRC Executive Director Steve Hunegs and President Jon Parritz were honored to be among the Minnesotans invited to attend President Isaac Herzog’s speech to a joint session of Congress this week as the guests of Senator Amy ...
Read MoreJCRC Publishes Transfer of Memory Book
JCRC Publishes Transfer of Memory Book
May 30, 2023 The JCRC and David Sherman Photography announce the production of our book: Transfer of Memory. Available in both soft cover and hard cover, this beautiful art book showcases the Transfer of Memory exhibition, honoring the lives of Holocaust survivors ...
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