Marc's Remarks

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The Structuralist...the Experientialist...and the Activitst

Thank you to the many of you who participated in our “Ticket to a Better Life” crowdfunding campaign. In just 10 days we raised nearly $5,000 to purchase TriMet bus tickets so victims of domestic violence can travel safely to medical appointments, school, and jobs.

Je Suis Juif

Should I stay or should I go now? / If I go, there will be trouble / And if I stay it will be double... British punk rock band, The Clash

The Other Lens

Yesterday, I received an email from a community member commenting on Prime Minister Netanyahu’s scheduled speech before Congress in early March. There are a variety of opinions – right/wrong…election ploy…impact on US-Israel relations…or an opportunity to tell the American people…

Our Mishpocha Up North

This past week I had the opportunity to meet with Federation Executives from across the country in Fort Lauderdale. The conference included professional development opportunities and “best practice” sharing.

Vibrancy All Around

This has been one of those incredible weeks to experience the vibrancy of our Jewish community. What you realize is that our Jewish community is a “mish mash” of people with all different backgrounds, ideas, and interests. But beyond that, we do have a shared Jewish memory and a common…