You Can’t Spin Away Ignorance

Jews cannot win when it comes to money: If we wait for that sale or clip coupons, we’re called cheap and greedy; if we choose to be indulgent, we’re called rich and elitist.

In the 21st century, I was hoping that we had evolved beyond these stereotypes. But then South Carolinian Republican Party officials Edwin Merwin, Jr., and Jim Ulmer came to the defense of their U.S. Senator Jim DeMint.

Social Act!on

In the aftermath of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur services, I hope that we have been able to start a new year with a clean slate. There are many ways to tap into Judaism’s wisdom to add meaning to our lives. One way is by responding to the prophetic call for justice and engaging in social action.