ChicagoJCRC

@ChicagoJCRC

Jewish Community Relations Council is the umbrella body for 43 major Jewish orgs in Chicago and is the comm. rel. arm of the JUF/JF. RT are not endorsements.

Chicago, IL
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Joined June 2012
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  1. Feb 28

    What we’re reading: Muslims have been caretakers of the Magen David Synagogue in Kolkata, India for generations.

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  2. Feb 27

    Political parties and movements should embrace, not run away from, the inclusion and tolerance embedded in Israel’s Declaration of Independence.

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  3. Feb 27

    We cannot permit intolerance or hatred to go unopposed, regardless of its source or target. We are deeply troubled by any governing coalition which includes Otzma Yehudit, whose founding ideology we’ve opposed for decades.

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  4. Feb 22

    Israel's quest for the moon is uniting a country and is inspiring kids everywhere to reach for the stars. So too should their – and our – politics be uplifting for all, not degrading for anyone.

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  5. Feb 11

    . swore to “support and defend the Constitution” including the 1st Amendment: “Congress shall make no law...abridging...the right of the people…to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.“ Now would be the time for her to start following Benjamin's example.

    In our conversation today, Congresswoman Omar and I agreed that we must use this moment to move forward as we reject anti-Semitism in all forms.
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    Jan 28

    Today Chair Bill Silverstein (right) (with Andy Hochberg (left)) interviewed Patrick Klugman, Deputy Mayor of Paris. Discussion covered anti-Semitism, BDS and vitality of the French Jewish community (there are more kosher restaurants in Paris than New York).

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  7. Jan 21

    Thank you to for joining us for “Fierce Urgency of Now: Turning Dark Yesterdays Into Bright Tomorrows”

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  8. Jan 21

    This year marks 150 years since North Lawndale incorporation. Sesquicentennial committee will host events to celebrate, including sharing stories of people living in the neighborhood.

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  9. Jan 21

    Thanks Kinda Cookin’ for performing your signature blend of jazz, funk & R&B as part of our observance. They’re four teens from Chicago who just released a new song, “In Stride.”

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  10. Jan 21

    We’re kicking off our observance with Stone Temple Baptist in North Lawndale with Bishop Fitzpatrick: “We have to take action to ensure that the arc of history bends toward justice.”

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  11. Jan 18

    What we're reading: Anti-Semitism claims against Women’s March movement present tough call for Jewish women, other would-be...

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  12. 19 Dec 2018

    Thank you to for teaching us about your work on gun violence prevention & community organizing in Austin, West Garfield Park & Back of the Yards.

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  13. 11 Dec 2018

    We’re hosting prof Dr Amanda Lewis; & for discussion of data & social justice at our Govt Affairs meeting

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  14. 3 Dec 2018

    Kicking off Chanukah candle lighting with diplomats, Chi Deputy Mayor Bob Rivkin, 4th graders & JUF staff.

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  15. 20 Nov 2018

    We mourn the loss of life from yesterday’s shooting at Mercy Hospital in Bronzeville. May the memories of Chicago Police Officer Samuel Jimenez, Dayna Less, and Dr. Tamara O’Neal be for a blessing.

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  16. 13 Nov 2018

    Thanks for thorough analysis of election results & what’s to come at our standing-room-only joint JCRC & Gov-t Affairs meeting

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  17. 8 Nov 2018

    Chicago Board of Rabbis EVP Rabbi Michael Balinsky opening Interreligious Awards: “We learn from each other’s traditions. We honor those who deserve gratitude for devotion to the betterment of society.”

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  18. 8 Nov 2018

    Mazal Tov to , Rev Paul Rutgers, Rev Stan Davis & Bishop Wayne Miller for being honored with 2018 Interreligious Awards from our partners at the Council of Religious Leaders of Metro Chicago

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    2 Nov 2018

    Thank you Alderman Burke, and the for this resolution in solidarity with the tragedy in Pittsburgh.

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    2 Nov 2018

    Chicago faith communities mourn with Pittsburgh, stand up to hate

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