The 2009 General Assembly in Washington DC will focus on seven different themes that are timely and highly relevant to the Jewish Community, among them succeeding in economic uncertainty, the future of federation philanthropy, and global Jewish responsibility.
At GA, Emanuel defends Mideast policy
White House chief of staff says US engagement in region does not imply diminished support for Israel.
New sense of urgency emerges at GA
Head of Jewish Federations of North America dispatches 'mystery shoppers' to gauge conference-goers' reactions.
Editorial: Holding Jews together
From a Zionist perspective, peoplehood demands substance and sacrifice.
Netanyahu to Abbas: 'Let's begin talks now'
Netanyahu tells GA no previous gov't made more concessions on settlements to resume peace talks.
Watch Netanyahu's GA address
PM rejects the charge that he wasn't interested in reaching an agreement.
Analysis: How to serve the Jews
The essence of the GA is an overriding obsession with its constituency.
Video addresses - day 1
Watch speeches by Michael Oren, Eric Cantor, Joe Kanfer and Steve Schwager.
Obama cancels GA address to participate in Fort Hood memorial
Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu will also attend the event, and is likely to meet with Obama as well.
My Word: Family ties and binds
The GA must discuss how to make the US's Jewish communities relevant to Israel and vice versa.
Diaspora Affairs: Pushing the envelope
Federation system leaders talk to the 'Post' about helping Israel's poor despite a painful recession.
ADL survey: US support for Israel strong
There has also been significant gain in those who would support either Israel or the US using military action to stop Iran from making a nuclear weapon, with 57% of Americans supporting an Israeli hit, up from 42% in 2007.
Multi-denominational LA rabbis find their unity - in Israel
"We are on a unity mission of different denominations in a time of conflict... We must find community, and find a way to struggle together."
It's hip to be Jewish
Birthright Israel has made community activism cool, says CEO Gidi Mark.
