Dear Friends,
A disturbing and inaccurate article appears in The Jewish Week today that attacks the JCC. Allow me to be very clear:
The JCC does not support the global BDS (Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions) movement, which has within its midst those who aim to de-legitimize the State of Israel. Nor do we partner with any organization that supports BDS. The JCC stands with Israel in its fight against such attempts to deny Israel's legitimate status in the family of nations.
The JCC further stands with our community in all its diversity regarding how best to insure a safe and secure Israel. We recognize that there will be differences of opinion throughout the community on that and many other issues. Only with open and respectful dialogue and debate—hallmarks of the Jewish people—can we hope to sustain a healthy community.
The JCC will resist narrowly-focused efforts to circumscribe activities that do so. We make decisions every day about what programs are worthwhile and consistent with our mission. This sometimes involves sensitive judgments about which groups intend to strengthen Israel through constructive criticism and which groups do not have Israel's best interests at heart. We are justifiably proud of the rich programming.
Please don't hesitate to be in touch if you have questions or concerns.
Shabbat Shalom,
Joy
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