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Holding “Terror States” to Account: Seeking Justice in U.S. Courts

February 26, 2025

By Aryeh Portnoy.  The terror attacks in Israel on October 7, 2023 that resulted in the murder of roughly 1,200 people, the kidnapping of more than 250, and the destruction …

Greetings from Your Board of Directors!

February 26, 2025

By Sara Gordon.  Hello, Beth El! I am excited to share highlights regarding the work your Board is busy doing as well as some of the new initiatives we are …

Bravery and Courage

February 26, 2025

By Rabbi Greg Harris.  I often use the words “bravery” and “courage” interchangeably. Recently, I have been thinking about the differences between these attributes. I read someplace that bravery is …

Celebrating Inclusion

February 7, 2025

By Hazzan Asa Fradkin. Here in Montgomery County, we are accustomed to acceptance, respect, and ­– most importantly – inclusion. We breathe it like the air around us. My wife …

Israel and Gaza: No End in Sight

February 7, 2025

By Eric Gartman.  The tenuous hostage-exchange and ceasefire deal in place between Israel and Hamas marks a pause in the longest and bloodiest eruption of violence that began on October …