Several U.S. Jewish religious leaders joined colleagues from other faiths in calling on President Bush to make the country’s energy policy an instrument for social justice. In an open letter to the White House after the administration unveiled its energy policy, the 39 leaders said there is a moral obligation to choose “the safest, cleanest and most sustainable sources of energy to protect and preserve God’s creation.”
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.