September 25, 2020
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You wouldn’t necessarily expect a Jewish lawyer’s professional organization to be taking deep dives into topics like redlining and covenants that affected the Jewish community at the time, but the effects of which have proven harmful to the African-American community to this day. But since just before quarantine started in March, that’s exactly what the […]
Continue readingSeptember 24, 2020
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Part 2: The shared experience of inequality between Jews and Blacks in North Minneapolis didn’t last.
Continue readingSeptember 23, 2020
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Part 1: Though it may be uncomfortable to face, there is a distinct Jewish history to this inequality.
Continue readingSeptember 22, 2020
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It goes without saying that 2020/5780 will probably go down as one of the most unusual and challenging years of our lifetimes. There is much for us to have wrestled with, reckoned with, and grieved. We have lost so much – missed time and opportunities with those we love, missed celebrating smachot in person like […]
Continue readingSeptember 21, 2020
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We are a group of Jewish women writing because we are concerned about the increase in gun violence in our state and feel called to action. Our local news outlets report that Minnesota is currently experiencing a surge in shootings and an unprecedented demand for guns and ammunition. As Jews tasked with the obligation of […]
Continue readingSeptember 21, 2020
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Kicking off “Exodus and Equity: Reconciling the History of Minneapolis’ Jewish North Side”
Continue readingSeptember 15, 2020
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If you would like help understanding how to vote by mail in the November election, JFS can help. The Voter Assistance program is well-suited for individuals who have a range of experience and exposure to technology. JFS has trained volunteers to walk you through the process step by step, with detailed help.
Continue readingSeptember 15, 2020
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This program is made possible by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.
Continue readingSeptember 7, 2020
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What leads a long-time voting rights lawyer to put themselves on the ballot? We ask that of Emma Greenman, a first-time candidate who will be the next state representative in the heavily DFL-leaning Minnesota House District 63B, which encompasses south Minneapolis and western Richfield. We talk about being a first-time candidate, what led her to […]
Continue readingSeptember 4, 2020
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It’s hard to pick out the centerpiece of the new and improved Minnesota Hillel Johnson Center for Jewish Student Life. It could be the new gym/multipurpose space in the back of the lower level. Or the completely open top floor event center. Or the roof deck. Maybe the central air conditioning and furnace not on […]
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