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Aug 2, 2016

Alan D. Clemmons Honored for Leadership Supporting Israel, Combatting BDS

Jewish leaders honored Alan D. Clemmons, for his efforts to protect South Carolina-Israel relations. The honor was given at a national event co-hosted by Jewish Federations' Israel Action Network and The Israel Project held on July 19, 2016, part of the ongoing effort to support local lea…

Jul 15, 2016

Reflection for These Troubled Times

This past week was a difficult one for our nation.  

Within days of the celebration of our nation’s birth and independence, a time when we reflect upon and express gratitude for the promise offered by America, we have witnessed images of senseless deaths across our country. Our world s…

Jul 15, 2016

Jews Must Experience the Pain of America's Racial Rift - and Its Healing

Originally published on Haaretz, July 12, 2016: http://www.haaretz.com/opinion/.premium-1.730215

TITLE: Jews Must Experience the Pain of America's Racial Rift - and Its Healing

SUBHEAD:  Jewish involvement in the civil rights movement 50 years ago does not grant us a free pass today. We J…

Jun 14, 2016

Sarona Attack Hits Hard

By Leah F. Chase
Now a freelance journalist and travel agent, Leah Chase is the former editor of the award-winning Charleston Jewish Journal and past Assistant Director of the Charleston Jewish Federation.

Last Saturday afternoon (4 Jun), I spent about three hours wandering through Saron…

Feb 16, 2016

International Lion of Judah Conference 2016 with Anita Zucker

Grow the Pride: International Lion of Judah Conference 2016

 

September 11-13 | Washington D.C.

 

The Lions return to the Capital for what promises to be the most exciting conference yet. The most dynamic, philanthropic Jewish women in the world will open up our circle to share our pas…