Resolution on Prison Conditions and Prisoner Isolation

Whereas the Torah prohibits excessive punishment “lest your brother be degraded before your eyes” (Deuteronomy 25:2);

Whereas we believe that every human being is created in the divine image, and therefore deserving of dignity;

Whereas the rabbis of the Talmud describe God suffering over the pain of sinners and righteous alike;  

Whereas we believe that the gates of teshuvah (repentance) are always open;

Resolution on Internet Privacy

Whereas the Internet has been a great advance in human communication, and in particular has provided far-reaching resources and opportunities for Jewish study;

Whereas the Internet has also opened many opportunities for invasion of privacy, including the secret collection of personal data by commercial enterprises, government monitoring of social networks, and, in our own domain, the potential of congregations loaning or renting lists to raise funds;