Earlier this week there was an escalation in fighting between Hamas and the IDF. It began when an IDF force operating secretly in the Gaza Strip was exposed and attacked by Hamas gunmen. Six members of the military wing of Hamas and an IDF lieutenant colonel were killed in fire exchange. Fo…
We are alarmed by the disturbing display of anti-Semitism by a group of Baraboo High School students. Though the incident apparently took place last May, it reflects a rising swell of anti-Semitism and other forms of bigotry. We are particularly concerned with the prevalence of bigotry withi…
The strength of our community rests on the commitment and dedication of individuals who work to improve the lives of others. The Jewish Federation of Madison proudly recognizes outstanding individuals who, by their achievements, exemplify the qualities we hold dear. The Miriam Singer Sulm…
We wish to inform the community that Rabbi Paula Winnig has decided to step down from her position as the Executive Director of the Jewish Federation of Madison, effective Sept. 14, to pursue other professional paths.
JFM thanks Rabbi Winnig for her efforts, and for the numerous successes s…
UPDATE 7/19/18: Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) is disappointed over Israel’s passage of the controversial Nation-State Bill
Israel’s “Nation-State Bill” was voted into law in the early hours of this morning (Israel time), following marathon negotiations. This “basic la…
