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Jewish Council for Public Affairs: “Jews for a Secular Democracy – Christian Nationalism, Antisemitism, and Religious Freedom”

06 Sep 2024
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“Our CEO Amy Spitalnick joined Professor Kathleen Blee, Distinguished Professor of Sociology at the University of Pittsburgh, and Pastor Tim Smith, Pastor of the Keystone Church of Hazelwood and CEO of Center of Life, for a powerful discussion exploring the rising threat of Christian Nationalism.” See the announcement and full recording of the event here.
Defending Democracy webinar

State Legislators on Combating White Christian Nationalism in State Policy

09 Jul 2024
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Many of our critical civil rights—from abortion and discrimination protections, to access to public education and voting rights, fall to state governments. In this webinar, you’ll hear directly from Jewish legislators who are on the frontlines battling white Christian nationalists in their respective legislatures, and how they are fighting for secular democracy. In this timely webinar, join state legislators Louisiana State Representative Mandie Landry and Pennsylvania State Representative Dan Frankel as they share their experiences and insights into the growing influence of white Christian...
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Florida's Fight 4 Religious Rights

Florida’s Fight 4 Repro Rights!

12 Jun 2024
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Our “Fighting 4 Religious Freedom: Florida’s Fight 4 Repro Rights!” webinar focused on the intersection of religious freedom, reproductive rights and Amendment 4 in Florida. Moderated by Denise Lettau JD, of the Jewish Community Relations Council of Broward County, this important event features panelists Florida State Representative Anna Eskamani, ​Laura Rodriguez from NCJW/Greater Miami, and Lauren Brenzel, Campaign Director of Floridians Protecting Freedom. As part of our “Jewish Women and Religious Freedom In Florida” project, this webinar aims to inspire...
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Connecting the Dots webinar

Religious Freedom, Repro Rights, and Public Policy: Connecting the Dots in Pittsburgh

10 Jun 2024
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In this inaugural webinar of our “Jewish Women and Religious Freedom in Pittsburgh” project, our esteemed panelists illuminate the intricate relationship between religious freedom and reproductive freedom, with a particular focus on how this impacts Jewish women and those of other marginalized genders. Now, more than ever, it is crucial to understand the complexities and interconnectivity of these issues. Through the gripping personal story of Alliyson Feldmann and in-depth knowledge of our Professor Greer Donley, Professor Rachel Kranson, and Rabbi...
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Jewish News AZ: “‘Nerding out’ on elections with Jews for a Secular Democracy”

07 Jun 2024
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“Wrapping up an online discussion focused on informing the public about election processes and how to overcome election skepticism, Pima County Recorder Gabriella Cázares-Kelly reminded viewers that “elections are administered by your friends and family and neighbors, real people following protocols and law, doing our very best to make voting as easy and accessible as possible so people can participate in one of our most fundamental rights as Americans.” It was a salient point to make after the hourlong, detailed...
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JFASD Election Integrity Webinar

Election Integrity: Ensuring Trust at the Local Level

04 Jun 2024
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This informative webinar helped us better understand how election officials in key battleground states are working tirelessly to uphold the integrity of our democracy. We heard from three local election officials: Oakland County (MI) Clerk/Register of Deeds Lisa Brown, Pima County (AZ) Recorder Gabriella Cázares-Kelly, and Broward County (FL) Supervisor of Elections Joe Scott. They provided an in-depth exploration of the measures in place to ensure that elections are safe, secure, and well-managed. From debunking rumors of election interference to...
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National Director Katie Reiter, Michigan Director Nomi Joyrich, Congresswoman Haley Stevens, Executive Director Paul Golin

Religious Freedom Isn’t Free – Michigan Event Recap

15 May 2024
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Our first annual Michigan Jews for a Secular Democracy fundraiser on Sunday, May 9, was amazing—see photos below! We had a full house at Krishna, a vegetarian Indian restaurant. The food was delicious and the conversations even better. Our sponsors and attendees included volunteer leaders and elected officials at nearly every level of government: School Board members, city clerks and treasurers, mayors, county commissioners, a county clerk, a county treasurer, several state Representatives and state Senators, and a congresswoman. The...
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