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We sit down with AJC Chief Policy and Political Affairs Officer Jason Isaacson to discuss President Joe Biden’s inaugural address and what to expect from the new administration. Then, we hear from AJC Managing Director, Policy and Political Affairs Julie Fishman Rayman on how to engage with those with whom we disagree.

In this week's Shabbat Table, we recount how Moses made sure the Children of Israel were able to take what they might need when they escaped Egypt and consider how to apply that same wisdom to preparing for life after the pandemic. We must remember the lessons we are learning about communication, loneliness, public health, and the importance of community. We commemorate the anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz concentration camp, and we discuss what it means for the American Jewish community that so many Jews will be serving at the highest levels of the Biden administration.

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Marlene Bane, a beloved AJC leader, pillar of the Los Angeles Jewish community, and tireless champion of democratic values. Marlene passed peacefully earlier today surrounded by her loving family.

In this moving ACCESS New York and ACCESS Israel sponsored program, ACCESS leaders bear witness to a survivor’s testimony and recommit to the promise of “Never Again.”