To paraphrase the legendary Agudath Israel of America chairman Rabbi Moshe Sherer z”l, activism on behalf of Orthodox Jewry must focus as much upon the needs of “Reb Yisroel” – the individual Jew – as it does upon broader community.
Through assisting and empowering individual members of our communities, Agudath Israel of America serves as a powerful positive influence upon individuals, families and communities every day. learn more
To paraphrase the legendary Agudath Israel of America chairman Rabbi Moshe Sherer z”l, activism on behalf of Orthodox Jewry must focus as much upon the needs of “Reb Yisroel” – the individual Jew – as it does upon broader community.
Through assisting and empowering individual members of our communities, Agudath Israel of America s learn more
To paraphrase the legendary Agudath Israel of America chairman Rabbi Moshe Sherer z”l, activism on behalf of Orthodox Jewry must focus as much upon the needs of “Reb Yisroel” – the individual Jew – as it does upon broader community.
Through assisting a learn more
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Whether improving children’s formative years, their parents’ financial stability, or their grandparents’ experience during a terminal illness, Agudath Israel of America has designed various programs to brighten the entire picture.
Throughout history, Jewish communities have thrived due to a unique cohesiveness and burden sharing, and powerful institutions at their core. Agudath Israel of America is dedicated toward strengthening the ingredients that make our communities work well for all their members.
By empowering community rabbis, leaders of educational institutions and activists in the halls of government power, community members have a solid foundation upon which to build their dream family and religious life. learn more
Throughout history, Jewish communities have thrived due to a unique cohesiveness and burden sharing, and powerful institutions at their core. Agudath Israel of America is dedicated toward strengthening the ingredients that make our communities work well for all their members.
By empowering community rabbis, leaders of educational institutions and activ learn more
Throughout history, Jewish communities have thrived due to a unique cohesiveness and burden sharing, and powerful institutions at their core. Agudath Israel of America is dedicated toward strengthening the ingredients that make our communities work well for all their members.
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Statement of Agudath Israel on NY Governor Cuomo’s Veto of Chester Land Tax
Agudath Israel applauds Governor Cuomo for his veto of a recent bill passed by the New York State Legislature (S5640/A7592), relating to “community preservation funds for the town of Chester”. This bill would have authorized the town of Chester in Orange County to enact a transfer tax on all land purchases in the town, known as a PDR (“purchase of development rights”) agreement. While this proposal may have appeared innocuous, it was in fact designed to fund purchases of local land in order to keep development rights away from private parties, in particular Orthodox Jews.
Former Town Supervisor Alex Jamieson, for instance, told a reporter that the purpose of the proposed PDR and other initiatives was to “keep the Hasidic out.” This statement rightly drew swift public condemnations from then-candidate for New York Attorney General (and current Attorney General) Letitia James, Agudath Israel, the Anti-Defamation League and others.
We are pleased that Governor Cuomo recognized the intent of the proposed bill, and gave it its due, a decisive veto.
