President Eisenhower was urged yesterday by the 33 Jewish organizations affiliated with the National Community Relations Advisory Council to appoint a commission of leading citizens formal walks of American life to study “the issues involved in striking a balance between the requirements of national security and the requirements of individual liberty. ” In a joint communication to the President, the Jewish groups pointed out that his recent statements on book-burning had “focused public attention” on crucial problems.
Help ensure Jewish news remains accessible to all. Your donation to the Jewish Telegraphic Agency powers the trusted journalism that has connected Jewish communities worldwide for more than 100 years. With your help, JTA can continue to deliver vital news and insights. Donate today.
The Archive of the Jewish Telegraphic Agency includes articles published from 1923 to 2008. Archive stories reflect the journalistic standards and practices of the time they were published.
