The laws of Kashrut regarding permitted animals extend only to the shekhita (ritual slaughter) and the physical examination of the carcass by the mashgiah. There is presently nothing regarding regulating animal feed. Permitted animals (animals with split hooves who chew their cud and poultry) do not eat prey; they are herbivorous. In the past, feed Continue Reading »
Prescriptions for the Elderly and the Underinsured (2000) Throughout the United States, prescription drug prices are rising more rapidly than the cost of living. From 1992 to 1998, the annual cost of prescription drugs rose from $49 billion to $93 billion. Seniors and those without prescription drug coverage are subject to widespread discrimination. In other Continue Reading »
Organ & Tissue Donation and Bone Marrow Registration (1996) Jewish law, culture and tradition have always placed consideration for health and welfare of others at the very heart of Jewish values. Organ and tissue donations as well as bone marrow registration are life-giving acts. Transplantation has shown scientific merit as a way to save the Continue Reading »
As Jews, we believe in the religious requirement to preserve life. We feel it is inconceivable that one human being is entitled to better medical care than another who may have less ability to pay. Women’s League for Conservative Judaism urges the United States Congress to enact a National Health Bill which will provide comprehensive Continue Reading »
Resolution of Hungary (1956) The world is witnessing in Hungary the latest example of Communist tyranny, oppression and disregard for the dignity of man. This action removes the false front of friendliness which the Soviet Union has shown to the world since the death of Stalin. The heroic revolt by the freedom-loving Hungarian people is Continue Reading »
Human Environment (1978) The world has not yet solved the problems of human environment which relate to the atmosphere, water and land. Many nations, both developed and developing, are finding it increasingly difficult to meet demands for water in agriculture, in domestic and industrial uses. Therefore, Women’s League for Conservative Judaism urges: Nations to take Continue Reading »
Judges and officers shalt thou make thee in all thy gates. – Deuteronomy 16:18 Almost one million American citizens living in Washington DC are denied the elementary civil right of participation in the making of the local laws by which they are governed. The capital city of our nation is governed by appointed officials and Continue Reading »
No one can be sure how many homeless women and men there are in America. It has become a national problem of massive and increasing proportions – economically, socially and medically – affecting millions of people. Therefore, recognizing that there is no law that can require us to be our brothers’ or sisters’ keepers, and Continue Reading »
Homeland Security and Civil Liberties (2002) Following the September 11, 2001 attack on the Twin Towers in New York and the Pentagon, Americans were forced to confront the reality of terrorism and to formulate an appropriate response. As Jews, we have been victims of curtailed civil liberties and countless terrorist attacks. Women’s League for Conservative Continue Reading »
The blessing Jews recite after meals praise God for providing every Creature with food and sustenance (hazon et hakol). However, while the total world food supply is bountiful, millions of men, women and children perish each year for lack of adequate nourishment. Women’s League for Conservative Judaism, mindful of the teachings of our tradition resolves Continue Reading »
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