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Get involved in the JCRC! Click on the following links to get involved in one of our commissions. This will allow you to send an e-mail to the appropriate staff person.
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Teach a child to read. To join one of our literacy teams e-mail Rabbi Sarah Meytin or call 301-770-0881.
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September 2005
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VOLUME 2
ISSUE 1
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| Andrew Stern, President
Ronald Halber, Executive Director
The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington has established a Hurricane Katrina Disaster Relief Fund to help repair the lives of those left devastated by this horrendous storm.
Click here to make your online donation.
Hurricane Katrina Relief Fund FAQs
"When we left our city, we didn't grab our Kiddish cups, our candlesticks, our kippahs. We thought we were coming back." Adam Bronstone, JCRC Director, Jewish Federation of New Orleans
Rosh Hashanah, begins sundown Oct. 3 
Yom Kippur, begins sundown Oct. 12
Sukkot, begins sundown Oct. 17
Shemini Atzeret, Oct. 25
Simchat Torah, Oct. 26
Greetings from Fairfax County
As Chairman of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, it is my distinct honor to be involved with the Jewish Community Relations Council. Fairfax County is a wonderful tapestry of ethnic and cultural diversity. The Jewish community is an integral part of Fairfax County and the social work of entities such as the JCRC strengthens our community at large.
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Point/Counterpoint
Day Laborers: Economic Necessity or Security Threat?
Gathering places for day laborers—primarily Latino immigrants—are a familiar site in the Greater Washington landscape. On September 12, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors voted to spend $400,000 to manage a controversial day laborer site in Herndon, VA, prompting a slew of angry calls that forced officials to unplug the phones. Residents claim the sites bring crime to the area and promote illegal immigration. Others view day laborers as an economic necessity, such as in Fairfax County where such gathering sites supply labor for Northern Virginia’s booming construction industry. Our writers take sides on the issue.
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Israel Advocacy Day off the Hill
Meetings with Congressmen cover Katrina, Iran and Disengagement
Our 2nd annual Israel Advocacy Day off the Hill program allows local Jewish leaders to interface with their Congresspeople and advocate for Israel. This year, advocates are briefing their elected officials on Israel's Hurricane Katrina Relief, Iran's Nuclear Weapons Program, House Resolution 282 (Iran Freedom Support Act) and Disengagement. The JCRC has already met with Congressmen Steny Hoyer (D-5th), Chris Van Hollen (D-8th) and Frank R. Wolf (R-10th). Meetings with Congressmen Tom Davis (R-11th), James P. Moran (D-8th) and Albert Wynn (D-4th) are scheduled for October and November.
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This Year in Jerusalem
by Nancy Floreen
Montgomery County Councilmember Nancy Floreen encounters Israel for the first time, on her Leadership Mission with the JCRC of Greater Washington.
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President George W. Bush Celebrates 350 Years of Jewish Life in America
Bush praises Jewish community for Hurricane Katrina relief efforts
On September 14, after visiting the Sixth & I Historic Synagogue, President Bush addressed the National Dinner Celebrating 350 Years of Jewish Life in America. Recognizing the contributions of the Jewish community to America, the President declared, "We're a better and stronger and freer nation because so many Jews from countries all over the world have chosen to become American citizens."
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JCRC Reaches Out Statewide in Virginia
UVA Hillel Answers the Call
A lawmaker must respond to public opinion, but most importantly to the opinions of their constituents. With that in mind, the JCRC of Greater Washington has reached out to Jewish communities beyond the Beltway and throughout the Commonwealth.
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D.C. Jews Ramp Up For A New Public Policy Season
Superintendent Dr. Clifford Janey kicks off noontime discussion series
D.C. School Superintendent Dr. Clifford Janey and key members of his staff met with more than a dozen representatives from Jewish synagogues and agencies within the District to share his plans for the upcoming school year and to respond to the community’s questions. In addition, D.C. Jewish Community Center staff responsible for bringing 1,000 new books to each of the District’s 38 Southeast public schools, provided a tour and update for the Superintendent showcasing their activities. This program is implemented by the JCC through a generous grant from the Toyota Corporation.
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Social Justice Network
Opportunities for Tikkun Olam in Your Community
 Donations for YITAV Jerusalem and Mobile Medical Care (Montgomery County); Volunteer with the Elderly at the Hebrew Home of Greater Washington.
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Upcoming Events
Please join us for JCRC events in Northern Virginia, DC and suburban Maryland
Politics and Policy in Northern Virginia; Jewish Issues in the Commonwealth; DC Noontime Discussion Series hosts Councilman Adrian Fenty; Northern Virginian State Legislative Reception; JCRC D.C. Commission Planning Meeting; Virginia Jewish Advocacy Day - Date with the State
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Host Committee
Bender Foundation
Gary & Carol Berman
Ryna & Melvin Cohen
Marcy & Neil Cohen
David & Katie Colburn
Michael & Susie Gelman
The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington
Irene & Edward H. Kaplan
Jack Kay
The Honorable Sidney & Betty Mae Kramer
Andy & Eve Stern
Stinson Morrison Hecker, LLP
John D. VerStandig & Helene Frank
President's Leadership Cabinet
Esthy & Jim Adler
Albert Arent
Dr. Raymond & Vivian Bass
Sondra & Howard Bender
Norman & Diane Bernstein
Margorie Blumberg & James Catler
Marshall & Jennifer Breger
David & Sharon Butler
Deborah & Walter Cohn
S. Robert & Joy W. Cohen
Samuel R. Dweck Family Foundation
Norma Lee & Morton Funger
Ronald & Margie Glancz
Barbara Goldberg Goldman & Michael Goldman
The Honorable Paul Greenberg & Rick Billingsley
Ronald & Michelle Halber
Sophie & Howard Hoffman
Leslie & Sam Kaplan
Marvin & Dolores Kay
Gerry & Mark Lezell
Rabbi Jack Luxemburg & Barbara Etkind
Jimmy & Susan Pittleman
Howard & Geraldine Polinger
Jules Polonetsky & Na'ama Lewin
Lester & Irma Poretsky
Harvey & Wendy Reiter
Joseph & Karen Sandler
Guila Franklin Siegel & Nathan Siegel
Julie & David Silver
Carlynn & Lawrence Silverman
Jeffrey & Lynn Snyder
Saul I. Stern
Samson Stern
Terry & Linda Vann
Susan & Aaron Weinberg
Rabbi Stuart & Simcha Weinblatt
Harris & Rosa Weinstein
Benefactors
Herschel & Goldene Blumberg
Betty Nan & Herman Obermayaer
Rita & Barry Wertlieb
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