Beacon Coalition
(Back row): Rabbi Dan Fellman, Jeremy Kazzaz, Ron Hicks, Carolyn McGee, Bryan Neft. (Front row left to right): Jeff Finkelstein, Laura Cherner, Julie Paris (Photo courtesy of David Heyman)
BDS
After court challenge, BDS referendum fails to reach ballot
By David Rullo
“We’re not going to prolong the process,” Chuck Pascal, an attorney for Not On Our Dime, told McVay in court.
Community Relations Council Director Laura Cherner (left) stand with attorneys Efrem Grail, Carolyn McGee and Ronald Hicks, StandWithUs Mid-Atlantic Regional Director Julie Paris and Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh President and CEO Jeff Finkelstein after the defeat of a BDS referendum that would have asked Pittsburgh residents to bar the city from doing business with the State of Israel. City Council has introduced ordinances to stop similar referendums to alter the city's Home Rule Charter. (Photo provided by Julie Paris)
March 12, 2025, 4:36 pm
In praise of heroes
Pittsburgh is fortunate to have so many capable people who are committed to the well-being of our city and the safety of its Jewish constituents.
(Back row): Rabbi Dan Fellman, Jeremy Kazzaz, Ron Hicks, Carolyn McGee, Bryan Neft. (Front row left to right): Jeff Finkelstein, Laura Cherner, Julie Paris (Photo courtesy of David Heyman)
March 11, 2025, 10:43 am
After court challenge, BDS referendum fails to reach ballot
“We’re not going to prolong the process,” Chuck Pascal, an attorney for Not On Our Dime, told McVay in court.
By David Rullo
Rabbi Seth Adelson, Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh President and CEO Jeff Finkelstein and Rabbi Yitzi Genack are all challenging for a second time a referendum that would prohibit the city of Pittsburgh from doing business with Israel. (Photo by David Rullo)
February 26, 2025, 2:57 pm
Jewish Federation, city controller challenge BDS referendum question
“If this proposal were to become law, it would significantly disrupt the City’s ability to provide the essential services that residents rely on."
By David Rullo
Sharaka speakers address attendees at South Peninsula Hebrew Day School. (Photo courtesy of Sharaka)
February 13, 2025, 4:55 pm
Sharaka delegation practices partnership in pursuit of replication
'There's a lot we do agree on. And when we need to, let's come together. Let's roll up our sleeves and let's find a way to get things done'
By Adam Reinherz
Jeremy Kazzaz is the executive director of the Beacon Coalition, a new political organization focused on Jewish wellbeing. (Photo provided by Jeremy Kazzaz)
April 5, 2024, 10:53 am
Beacon Coalition sheds light on candidates’ positions regarding Jewish interests
“There’s a clear need for other folks to raise some alarm bells earlier on so that people are made awarre of these folks with really problematic views."
By David Rullo
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