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Conversations of Intersections: Celebrating Juneteenth & Pride Month
A Statement on the 2024 Election Results
On behalf of the organized Jewish community of Greater Boston, we join with millions of Americans in thanking the boards of elections, poll workers, and
Election Day: Together For a Fair and Accessible Electoral Process
We are proud to share an important message from our partners at A More Perfect Union: The Jewish Partnership for Democracy. As a united Jewish
JCRC Statement on the Commission to Combat Antisemitism
The Jewish Community Relations Council is proud that our CEO, Jeremy Burton, has been appointed to Massachusetts’ Commission to Combat Antisemitism by Senate President Karen
Let Oct. 7 be about Oct. 7
Originally published in the Boston Globe “For the past year, we’ve seen towns and cities, public institutions, colleges, and other spaces across the Commonwealth engage
A Statement on Israel
We are closely following the situation in the last hours, since Iran launched an unprecedented attack firing some 180 ballistic missiles indiscriminately at Israel’s civilian
A Joint Statement from JCRC, ADL, and AJC
The tragic disruption last Thursday of a peaceful rally in Newton remembering the hostages has shaken our community at many levels and in many ways.
A Statement on Newton
Last night, at a small demonstration in support of the October 7 hostages in Newton, MA, there was a violent altercation and an individual was hospitalized. While the details of what happened are still being investigated, there should be no question that violence of any kind in our democratic society is abhorrent. People’s right to gather in civil, non-violent public demonstrations must be sacrosanct.
Governor Healey Signs Historic Budget to Combat Antisemitism and Hate
Today, we thank Governor Healey for signing a landmark budget that marks a significant milestone in our ongoing efforts to combat antisemitism and all forms of hate. This budget is a testament to the Governor’s unwavering commitment to Massachusetts’s Jewish community, reflecting the Healey-Driscoll administration’s understanding of the challenges we face and their dedication to addressing them with tangible and impactful measures.
A Statement on the FY25 State Budget
The Massachusetts Legislature has voted on the FY25 Budget, and it is now on Governor Healey’s desk for action.
We applaud the leadership of Senate President Spilka; House Speaker Mariano; Chairs Rodrigues and Michlewitz; and the entire legislature for adopting a budget that demonstrates a serious commitment to addressing antisemitism.
JCRC Applauds Legislature for Progress of Act to Aid Building Community Resiliency
Last week, H.1985/S.1244, An act building community resiliency through mental health received a favorable report advancing to the Committee on Ways and Means. We celebrate the progress of this bill, newly filed this legislative session by State Representative Brandy Fluker Oakley (D-Mattapan) and State Senator Julian Cyr (D-Truro).
Jewish leaders confront anti-Semitism and call for safety at Pride
As Pride month comes to an end, our CEO Jeremy Burton and CEO of JCRC San Francisco Tyler Gregory speak out against the increased violence against Jews
LGBTQ Jews Belong at Pride
In a time of celebration for the LGBTQ+ community, LGBTQ+ Jews are unfortunately faced with increasing antisemitic sentiment. CEO Jeremy Burton and CEO of JCRC San
