The Rabbinical Council of America (RCA), the largest Orthodox rabbinic group in North America, deplores the attempt of a small but vocal group to undermine the image Americans have of strong, unshakeable, wall-to-wall Jewish support of Israel. Two chassidic communities well known for their rejection of a Jewish state have agreed to a joint rally Continue Reading »
All Responsible Jews Revolted by Enemies of Israel, Even Those in Orthodox Garb Dec 15, 2006 — Many reports of the recently concluded Holocaust-denial conference in Iran highlighted the presence of several Jews clad in classic Orthodox garb. The media’s understandable attraction to arresting photographs and anomalous groups has led to an extraordinary level of Continue Reading »
Open Letter by the RCA to Prime Minister Ariel Sharon Regarding Referendum Mar 28, 2005 — The Honorable Ariel Sharon Office of the Prime Minister of Israel Jerusalem, Israel Dear Mr. Prime Minister: The Rabbinical Council of America represents almost one thousand Religious Zionist Orthodox rabbis, located in America, Israel, and around the world. We Continue Reading »