After Trump ban, Chicago-area synagogue turns from welcoming refugees to protesting Am Shalom is one of several synagogues across the country that have taken an active part in resettling refugees.
1,500 rabbis sign letter calling on Trump administration to support refugees Rabbis from every major denomination signed the letter released by HIAS, a global Jewish nonprofit that protects refugees.
Ideas ‘Worst fears, best hopes’ for the Trump presidency: Mark Hetfield, HIAS America is at its strongest and best when it has the self-confidence to welcome refugees, writes the CEO of HIAS.