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Judaism Beyond Nationalism: The Revival of ACJ with Rabbi Andy Kahn & Mari Cohen
A conversation on Jewish Reform, Zionism’s influence, and ACJ’s revitalization—exploring Judaism beyond nationalism and envisioning new paths for American Jewish identity.

Join us for a conversation with Jewish Currents editor Mari Cohen and Rabbi Andrue Kahn, executive director of the American Council for Judaism (ACJ), as they explore the history of Jewish Reform, its intersection with Zionism, and the revitalization of the ACJ in today’s evolving American Jewish landscape. This discussion will delve into the ways Jewish Reform has shaped contemporary Judaism, how Zionism has influenced its trajectory, and why the ACJ’s approach of Judaism beyond nationalism offers a compelling alternative in this moment of transformation. Together, Cohen and Rabbi Kahn will unpack the narratives and challenges facing today’s American Jewish community, while envisioning new paths forward.
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