Source: Common Dreams
by Steve Minkin
“The world is asking why major Jewish organizations, and congregations around the country, aren’t speaking out about genocide. It can’t be hidden. The failure to condemn Israel’s crimes against humanity is a glaring breakdown of moral responsibility, casting a dark shadow and is a growing source of antisemitism. I have overheard neighbors, who are not political, talking about what Israel is doing in Gaza. An acquaintance during a conversation suddenly asked, ‘Are you Jewish?’ A Christian friend asked me, ‘Why aren’t the Rabbis speaking out?’ Gaza has more children missing limbs per capita than any other place in the world. Contemplate this fact as children are preciously guided through Jewish education culminating in the Bat Mitzvah for girls and Bar Mitzvah for boys. As new adults they will grow up with a history different from their parents, grandparents, and great grandparents.” (08/12/25)