I had an excellent time in San Diego for the latest Union for Reform Judaism biennial. It allowed me to reconnect with old friends, network with new friends, and take advantage of inspiring, thought-provoking, challenging speakers. David Donchin, our president, has already highlighted a few.
Let me focus on another one, Dr. Jeffrey Sachs. His resume is lengthy and impressive. Sachs is the Director of The Earth Institute, Quetelet Professor of Sustainable Development and Professor of Health Policy and Management at Columbia University; he is viewed as the cutting-edge economics advisor of his generation. Read Sachs biography.
One can draw a straight line from the ancient prophets to Sachs. Though obviously not a prophet, what Sachs shares in common with Amos, Micah, Zechariah and the like, is his not only proclaiming a vision for a future devoid of despair, suffering and poverty but his providing a means to fulfill this vision. Read the rest of this entry »
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