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Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch (she/her)

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rabbi | advocate | writer ceo, women of reform judaism host, www.justforthispodcast.com

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Women of Reform Judaism @wrj1913.bsky.social · 05/08/2025
Read @lizpghirsch.bsky.social‘s reflection about the current situation in Gaza and our continued calls for an end to this war featured in eJewish Philanthropy: ejewishphilanthropy.com/all-of-israe...
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All of Israel is responsible for one another
Now is not a time for blame or hesitation. It is a moment for action and accountability.
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Women of Reform Judaism @wrj1913.bsky.social · 28/07/2025
“One of the most penetrating questions of the Bible is expressed in the cry, ‘Am I my brother’s keeper?’ Judaism answers to all men and women with an unequivocal affirmative. Yes, we are responsible for others, for men, women, and children.”
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Women of Reform Judaism @wrj1913.bsky.social · 28/07/2025
Time and again, Women of Reform Judaism has spoken out against starvation, famine, and war. Our Jewish values are clear:
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Women of Reform Judaism @wrj1913.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
Echoing our stance since the earliest days following October 7, WRJ unequivocally states that sexual and gender-based violence must never be a tactic of war. Just like the Torah’s Dinah, many victims and survivors cannot or can no longer speak out following their abuse: tinyurl.com/98n7e7k6
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New report by Israeli NGO finds systematic use of sexual violence by Hamas in Oct. 7 attacks
The Dinah Project seeks to ‘set the record straight,’ calls on international bodies to hold perpetrators accountable
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Women of Reform Judaism @wrj1913.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
WRJ and @the-rac.bsky.social strongly condemn the decision to block Medicaid recipients from accessing Planned Parenthood. Denying over one million people access to necessary medical services strips them of their fundamental right to bodily autonomy and human dignity. wrj.org/press-room/r...
Reform Jewish women condemn Supreme Court decision regarding access to reproductive healthcare
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Women of Reform Judaism @wrj1913.bsky.social · 13/06/2025
As we enter Shabbat, we stand firmly with our friends, family, congregations, and communities in Israel. We also pray for the soldiers, civilians, hostages, and all people, around the world, who wish only to live in wholeness, safety, shelter, and peace.
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Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch (she/her) @lizpghirsch.bsky.social · 13/06/2025
Helpful analysis for those looking to understand this moment and what comes next for Israel, Iran, the Middle East & the hostages from Amir Tibon of @haaretzcom.bsky.social
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Israel strikes Iran: Three critical questions that will determine what comes next
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Women of Reform Judaism @wrj1913.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
Miscarriages affect 1 in 5 women. Since the overturn of Roe, we have seen more cases of miscarriage becoming criminal offenses. No patient deserves to be criminalized for having a pregnancy complication. WRJ continues to fight for bodily autonomy for all. www.cnn.com/2025/06/06/h...
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A West Virginia prosecutor is warning women that a miscarriage could lead to criminal charges | CNN
Amid a constantly changing reproductive landscape, one West Virginia prosecutor is warning people who have miscarriages in his state that they could get in trouble with the law.
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Union for Reform Judaism @reformjudaism.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
Vote Reform received the most votes in the 2025 US #WorldZionistCongress elections--the most EVER received by a slate in WZC history. Especially in this vulnerable time, we'll use this to keep pushing for releasing the hostages and maintaining the security of Israel as a Jewish & democratic State.
Israeli flag behind the text: A historic victory for the Reform Movement!
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Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch (she/her) @lizpghirsch.bsky.social · 04/06/2025
Unclear definitions of “life-threatening,” versus “potentially life-threatening,” or simply “harmful to health” only causes further risk to pregnant patients. This decision to revoke guidance clarifying federal law is a direct affront to reproductive health & bodily autonomy for all.
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Trump administration ends emergency abortion requirement for hospitals
The Trump administration rescinded a Biden-era policy requiring hospitals to perform emergency abortions regardless of state abortion laws.
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Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch (she/her) @lizpghirsch.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
Hearing about an attack in #Boulder #Colorado at a weekly gathering in support of hostage families, for those who demand, for over 600 days, to bring them all home! As we begin the festival of Shavuot, a holy day when we imagine everyone standing together, we stand with the hostages and the victims.
timesofisrael.com
FBI probing Colorado ‘terror attack’ that reportedly targeted pro-Israel gathering
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Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch (she/her) @lizpghirsch.bsky.social · 28/05/2025
600 Days. 100 days ago, I was in Israel for the 500th day since October 7, 2023. We demand that the hostages come home - all of them, now! We demand an end to violence and war and suffering for all Israelis and Palestinians. We demand justice, equity, pluralism, security, and peace.
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Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism @the-rac.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
We've created a form to gather messages of condolence for the families of Sarah & Yaron. You can add your note here: urj.tfaforms.net/1768
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Share a Message with the Milgrim and Lischinsky families
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Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch (she/her) @lizpghirsch.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
Women of Reform Judaism mourns the lives of Sarah Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky, two young Israeli Embassy diplomats fatally shot last night at the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. They were attending an event focused on Israeli Palestinian cooperation to bring humanitarian aid to Gaza.
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Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch (she/her) @lizpghirsch.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
״אף אחד לא מלמד אותנו מה היא ציונות״ “No one will teach us what Zionism is and what Zionism is not.” —MK Gilad Kariv This is our Zionism: a Jewish democracy that speaks up for justice & security, for pluralism & feminism, for the return of our hostages, for the future of the State of Israel.
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Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch (she/her) @lizpghirsch.bsky.social · 18/05/2025
Waking up to yet another attack on reproductive freedom. This bomb was a direct affront to IVF and other reproductive services. I am grateful that the clinic in the area was not damaged, and it only reinforces our fight for bodily autonomy for all. @wrj1913.bsky.social @the-rac.bsky.social
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Fatal explosion outside fertility clinic was 'intentional,' police say
At least one person was killed in the explosion that damaged the fertility clinic, authorities said. The FBI said the explosion was "intentional act of terrorism."
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Women of Reform Judaism @wrj1913.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
It’s simple: National legislation is the best way to ensure abortion access for all. We urge Congress to introduce the Women’s Health Protection Act today.
women holding WRJ-branded signs with "Reform Jews fight for Abortion Access"
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Women of Reform Judaism @wrj1913.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
"Now more than ever, we must spread tolerance and understanding, not division and hatred."
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Women of Reform Judaism @wrj1913.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
"I had the honor of joining Rabbi Chen Ben-Or Tsfoni at her congregation in Ra'anana earlier this year. My heart goes out to those injured in the attacks, including our close partners at the Israeli Religious Action Center as well."
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Women of Reform Judaism @wrj1913.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
"Instead of peace, participants were attacked with rocks, fireworks, and racially charged slurs. These physical attacks and statements such as “Too bad Hamas didn’t take you,” are not only reprehensible, they also belittle the reality of the 59 hostages still in captivity."
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Women of Reform Judaism @wrj1913.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
"The event that the protestors bombarded was organized by two groups seeking to bring together Israelis and Palestinians who reject violence and advocate for peace, including a group of bereaved family members from both societies."
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Women of Reform Judaism @wrj1913.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
WRJ CEO @lizpghirsch.bsky.social shares, "Yesterday evening, as Israel concluded its commemoration of honoring its fallen, Beit Samueli synagogue, which houses a Reform congregation in the city of Ra'anana, was attacked by far-right extremists."
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Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism @the-rac.bsky.social · 11/04/2025
We were honored to spend Monday on Capitol Hill with Reform Movement leaders as part of @wrj1913.bsky.social's Rabbi Marla J. Feldman Social Justice Conference. We enjoyed meeting with @slotkin.senate.gov, @friedman.house.gov, and Rep. Don Bacon. @lizpghirsch.bsky.social @jonahpesner.bsky.social
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Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch (she/her) @lizpghirsch.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
This is a weaponization of antisemitism. This does not make us safer. Let it be known: Reform Jews speak up for democracy, immigrants, & due process.
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Women of Reform Judaism @wrj1913.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
Women make only 84 cents for every dollar a man makes with the wage gap being even greater for Women of Color, LGBTQ+ women, and disabled women. Eliminating the gender pay gap is essential for promoting economic and social mobility and advancing equity and inclusion. #EqualPayDay
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Women of Reform Judaism @wrj1913.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
Education is a central Jewish value. As we approach Passover, we prepare to sit around our seder tables and fulfill the mission of the haggadah: “and you shall tell your child (Exodus 13:8)” - we continue to teach and educate the next generation.
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Women of Reform Judaism @wrj1913.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
In response to President Trump’s executive order to eliminate the U.S. Department of Education, @lizpghirsch.bsky.social, CEO of Women of Reform Judaism, released the following statement strongly condemning this misuse of presidential authority to subvert the education system in this country:
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Women of Reform Judaism @wrj1913.bsky.social · 10/03/2025
WRJ's podcast, Just For This, is back for Season 3! 🎙️ Each week, @lizpghirsch.bsky.social interviews women in leadership about women and leadership. Our first guest of the season is CNN correspondent Dana Bash. Listen to our first episode NOW at justforthispodcast.com/dana-bash-a-...
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Just For This: Dana Bash — A Season of Hope
Welcome back to Just For This, a new podcast. Each week, host Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch (she/her) interviews women in leadership about women and leadership. Inspired by the story of Esther, we feature pow...
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Hebrew Union College @huc1875.bsky.social · 10/03/2025
Check out this "Just For This" episode, where Rabbi @lizpghirsch.bsky.social '15 interviews CNN’s @dana-bash.bsky.social about leadership, journalism, & their shared Reform Jewish upbringing. Plus, a special shoutout to Hebrew Union College from Bash, whose mother, Frances Schwartz '96, is an alum:
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Just For This: Dana Bash — A Season of Hope
Welcome back to Just For This, a new podcast. Each week, host Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch (she/her) interviews women in leadership about women and leadership. Inspired by the story of Esther, we feature pow...
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Women of Reform Judaism @wrj1913.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
"Women of Reform Judaism embraces the extended Lifshitz and Bibas families on the return of Oded, Shiri, Ariel, and Kfir for over 500 days since their violent capture." Read the full statement from our CEO @lizpghirsch.bsky.social: wrj.org/press-room/w...
Women of Reform Judaism embraces the extended Lifshitz and Bibas families on the return of Oded, Shiri, Ariel, and Kfir for over 500 days since their violent capture
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Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch (she/her) @lizpghirsch.bsky.social · 16/02/2025
Bibi is addressing a delegation of American Jewish leaders, where I am representing the Reform Movement. He’s doubling down on Trump’s Gaza proposal. We spoke out when it was announced, we oppose it now. @reformjudaism.bsky.social @reformrabbis.bsky.social
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Reform Leadership Responds to President Trump’s Recent Comments on Gaza
We strongly condemn the proposal described by President Donald Trump of a U.S. takeover of the Gaza Strip in the form of a real estate development plan.
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Amy Spitalnick @amyspitalnick.bsky.social · 16/02/2025
Bibi is standing before leaders of Jewish American organizations advocating for Trump’s dangerous Gaza plan. Jewish Americans know that this plan is wholly at odds with Israeli, Palestinian, & American interests. The very muted reaction from this (generally not liberal) crowd only underscores that.
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Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch (she/her) @lizpghirsch.bsky.social · 06/02/2025
“What was proposed…will not build that future; it will undermine it…Notably, yesterday’s plan also did not spotlight continuing to the next phase of ceasefire negotiations and freeing the remaining hostages, which must remain central to any conversations regarding the region.”
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Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch (she/her) @lizpghirsch.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
In honor of my teacher, Rabbi David Ellenson z”l, sharing my recent CCAR journal article: “Borowitz, Durkheim, and Ellenson: Covenantal Theology and Collective Effervescence in Conversation.” I’m asking us all: “What does it mean to be a movement?” @reformrabbis.bsky.social
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Union for Reform Judaism @reformjudaism.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
Reform Jewish leaders oppose Trump’s immigration policies, advocating for compassionate, just policies protecting immigrants and refugees. urj.org/press-room/reform-movement-…
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Reform Movement Leaders Support Immigrants and Refugees
Reform Jewish leaders oppose Trump’s immigration policies, advocating for compassionate, just policies protecting immigrants and refugees.
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Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch (she/her) @lizpghirsch.bsky.social · 22/11/2023
“As Americans prepare to gather for Thanksgiving tomorrow, we give thanks that some former hostages might be able to spend the coming Shabbat with their loved ones. May that reality soon come true for the remaining hostages. Ken yehi ratzon – let it be so.” Read the Reform Movement’s statement.
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Reform Movement Applauds Partial Hostage Release Deal; Urges Continued Advocacy for Hostages
We are grateful and relieved that a deal to release some of the hostages has been agreed to, along with increased humanitarian aid for innocent civilians in Gaza, and we pray the first 50 hostages wil...
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Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch (she/her) @lizpghirsch.bsky.social · 09/11/2023
On behalf of Women of Reform Judaism, the women's affiliate of the URJ, I applaud the passage of Issue One in Ohio.
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Reform Movement Successful in Protecting Reproductive Freedom in Ohio
The Reform Movement in Ohio, supported by Reform Jews across the United States, lead a robust and resilient nationwide effort that culminated in today's resounding passage of Issue One.
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Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch (she/her) @lizpghirsch.bsky.social · 30/10/2023
Sickened by the reports coming in from Cornell university. We must call out threats of violence and antisemitism. I have not seen all outlets covering the particularly disturbing threats made against Jewish women. Haaretz has more (content warning: rape/violence)
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Cornell Hillel asks Jewish students and staff to avoid kosher dining hall due to threats
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Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch (she/her) @lizpghirsch.bsky.social · 27/10/2023
For as long as we have recorded our stories and history, war has led to the devaluing of women’s lives and an increase in violence against women.
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Violence Against Women In Times of War is Nothing New, and That Scares Me
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Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch (she/her) @lizpghirsch.bsky.social · 26/10/2023
“What can you do now? Support broad-based efforts while looking to organizations with deep relationships that predate this conflict. Help us best listen to our partners and continue to support efforts in doing so.” My op-ed in #ejewishphilanthropy today.
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To support Israel right now, tap into deep relationships
Each week, before Shabbat begins, my husband and I gather at our dinner table with our two young children. Before we light the candles and chant the blessings, we take out our tzedakah boxes and hand ...
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Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch (she/her) @lizpghirsch.bsky.social · 13/10/2023
A prayer for the captive women and children as we head into Shabbat.
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Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch (she/her) @lizpghirsch.bsky.social · 10/10/2023
Following reports of kidnapping, violence against women, and other crimes of war carried out by Hamas fighters during their unprecedented ambush of Israel, I released the following statement on behalf of Women of Reform Judaism [linked and in the comments]
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Reform Jewish Women Condemn Kidnappings, Other Crimes of War, Targeting Women, Children, and the Eld...
New York, NY - Following reports of kidnapping, violence against women, and other crimes of war carried out by Hamas fighters during their unprecedented ambush of Israel, Rabbi Liz P.G.
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Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch (she/her) @lizpghirsch.bsky.social · 07/10/2023
Reform movement leadership issues this statement in response to the devastating situation in Israel. Women of Reform Judaism sends our support to Israel, today and every day. urj.org/press-room/r...
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Reform Leaders Respond to Hamas Terrorist Attacks in Israel
We stand in complete solidarity with the people of Israel, so many of whom are directly in harm’s way, and pray for all those who are defending the State.
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Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch (she/her) @lizpghirsch.bsky.social · 28/07/2023
As a proud alum, thrilled to welcome Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion to the Berkshires for a weekend of learning, community, and joy! Join us! huc.edu/berkshires
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Rabbi Liz P.G. Hirsch (she/her) @lizpghirsch.bsky.social · 27/07/2023
ואהבת לרעך כמוך Love your neighbor as yourself (Lev. 19:18) Today is Tisha B’Av, a reflective Jewish observance. The story: the Jerusalem Temple was destroyed by baseless hatred, שנאת חינם Today, in my mind, I’m on this bench in Tel Aviv, mourning what’s not yet lost. #tishabav #ahavathinam
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