SEPT 15: Faith, History & Inclusion: Rabbi Mike Moskowitz and Pritpal Bhullar, leading advocate for LGBTQ+ inclusion grounded in Sikh values, will explore antisemitism & homophobia through the lens of their faith traditions and history. 12:30-1:15pm ET, via Zoom. Register: tinyurl.com/faith15sept

SEPT 8: NYC Labor Day Rally & March! Beacons will gather 3:45pm at SW corner of Bway & Liberty St., NE corner of Zuccotti Park. Shade & seating inside park. Michael Z. will be there with Beacon props & banner. Bring water, musical instruments, signs & banners. A good time will be had by all! 💪🥳🪧

At 106, Edith is an inspiration to us all! She stands up for democracy every single Thursday. So can we. "'The world is not in good condition,' Edith said. 'Before, I never spoke out. Now, if I can, I would like to help.'" Amen! www.pembrokepinesflnews.com/news/local/a...

‘Be good. Be well. Be kind.’ At 106, Edith Golub found a reason to take a stand

The centennial activist and her daughter, Sharon, brave the heat every Thursday with a sign and a greater purpose.

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"We must forge a different future, with respect — even when it’s hard. Honored to work to create a way forward of love & respect with my friend & colleague Dr. Debbie Almontaser." —Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum, Director of Beacon for Democracy, Senior Rabbi Emerita of Congregation Beit Simchat Torah (NYC)

A Muslim educator and a rabbi: One ideology threatens us both

(RNS) — White supremacy does not distinguish between the communities it seeks to intimidate. Our resistance shouldn’t distinguish between them, either.

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How to change this chapter of US history (hint: 3.5%) and what "social proof" has to do with it. Lynn Paltrow, a leader of Beacon for Democracy, talked to Vanessa Corwin and Kathleen Kaan of the podcast "Now Let’s Talk!" Listen to the full episode here: tinyurl.com/lynnletstalk

Pro tip: If a leader says the system is rigged but never brings receipts, autocrat alarms should be ringing. Every Thursday, we get out on the street and Shine the Light. Not because one sign changes everything. But because public courage is contagious. More at beaconfordemocracy.org 💪😎🪧

How we treat immigrants is a test of our morality. The fatal shootings in Texas & Maine by federal agents are a profound moral failure. We condemn these brutal killings. We are deeply grateful to the organizers, faith leaders & neighbors who love our immigrant siblings. We demand accountability.

Action is the antidote for despair. It feels GOOD to get out on the streets & stand up for a democracy that lifts us all. (If you’ve been out with us, you know exactly what we mean 💪😎) We show up every Thursday. Come be a beacon for democracy with us! 📷: June 18, 4 NYC boroughs, 13 cities & 6 states

Is Yiddish a language of protest? A look at Eastern European and US history, labor and other movements, and the role of Jews and Yiddish speakers in world affairs. 3 sessions, all on Zoom, with Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum, a Yiddishist of many decades. No experience necessary. tinyurl.com/learnwithbeacon

Make your voice heard! Every Thursday, we SHINE THE LIGHT across NYC and a dozen states. 59 weeks & counting! Join us with a sign that shares your vision for the future of the U.S. and an inclusive democracy that lifts us all. Join an existing group, or start your own 💪✨ beaconfordemocracy.org

Rabbis & Pastors Protest ICE: 12 rabbis & pastors arrested on 4/30, including The Beacon's Rabbi Mike Moskowitz (left), protesting ICE at 26 Federal Plaza in NYC, a site of ICE abductions. Jews Demand Ice Out actions unfolded in 17 cities on 4/30, sponsored by T'ruah, Bend the Arc & 70 more orgs

1 month since No Kings. Here’s what's next: SHINE THE LIGHT: Get out on the streets with us, every Thursday — no matter where you live — with signs that share your vision for the future of the U.S. and a democracy that lifts us all. Join an existing group, or start your own! beaconfordemocracy.org