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    The Jewish community mobilizes in Washington for an unprecedented event

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    In a show of unity and resilience, the Jewish community is expected to gather en masse in Washington DC on November 10 for what organizers are calling a historic event of “unity, strength and resilience.”

    Jewish Federations of North America and the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations joined forces to organize “Stand Together,” an event expected to attract nearly 30,000 Jewish Americans and allies from across the country.

    The timing of this event is significant: it comes just days after the US presidential election and marks the first anniversary of the March for Israel, a pro-Israel demonstration that took place on the National Mall in Washington DC and recorded a record number of demonstrators.

    NOW, Jewish federations and the Conference of Presidents are organizing a groundbreaking event that is a powerful response to the October 7 attacks and the rise in anti-Semitism that has rocked the community.

    Eric Fingerhut, president and CEO of the Jewish Federations of North America, highlighted the importance of the event, saying: “Now is the time for our community to come together and unite to show the world that we will not back down. , we will not deny our values, we will not give in to anti-Semitism and we will not be divided. »

    Participants at last year’s Standing Together event (credit: JEWISH FEDERATIONS OF NORTH AMERICA)

    In a nod to the importance of the event to the community, William Daroff, CEO of the Conference of Presidents, said: “The Jewish people are resilient and have a long history of battling anti-Semitism, adversity and impossible obstacles. This painful situation is no different. »

    The gathering will feature an impressive lineup of speakers and performers, including government officials, political leaders and celebrity supporters. Award-winning comedian and actress Tiffany Haddish will host the event and will include performances from international music sensation Idan Raichel, singer John Ondrasik (“Five for Fighting”) and music sensation Shulem Lemmer, to name a few. Inspiring speakers will share stories of hope and heroism, adding to the emotional resonance of the event.

    As the Jewish community prepares to converge on the nation’s capital, “Stand Together” is poised to be more than just a rally — it promises to be a defining moment in the ongoing fight against anti-Semitism and a powerful affirmation of Jewish identity and solidarity in the country. in the face of adversity.

    The event will begin at 3:00 p.m. and doors will open at noon. For more information, Click here.

    Stand Together precedes the Jewish Federations Annual General Meeting, which begins Sunday evening and ends Tuesday. Israeli President Isaac Herzog will speak on Monday – marking his first visit to the United States since the Hamas attacks.



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