Julie Fishman Rayman

bipartisanship is the hill I will die on. professional advocate for @ajcglobal. Loving mama of two. All views are my own. R/t not an endorsement.

[American Jewish Committee @AJCGlobal]

“Designations alone are insufficient. Urgent action is necessary.”

In @JewishChron, AJC Senior Vice President for Policy and Political Affairs @FishmanJulie argues that as the Iranian regime becomes increasingly aggressive, recent steps by Europe, including the designation of the IRGC, are important, but they are not enough.

We urgently need decisive and coordinated transatlantic leadership to confront and contain the regime's growing threat to regional and global stability.
https://t.co/Gt5YKPlvc0

[American Jewish Committee @AJCGlobal]

.@AvivaKlompas, one of the fiercest online advocates for Israel and the Jewish people, @ZvikaKlein, Editor-in-Chief of The @Jerusalem_Post who has received multiple journalism awards for his coverage of Diaspora affairs, and @CST_UK’s Dave Rich, a prominent leader in the fight against antisemitism in the UK, will join AJC Global Forum next week for a deep dive conversation into modern antisemitism.

Drawing on years of strategic advocacy, policy leadership, and frontline experience, they’ll break down how antisemitism shows up across today’s extremist landscape. #AJCGloFo

[American Jewish Committee @AJCGlobal]

At a time when the vast majority of American Jews are feeling less safe, we strongly welcome the introduction of the bipartisan Jewish American Security Act led by @SenJackyRosen and @SenatorLankford.

This critical legislation addresses the hate Jewish Americans are experiencing across society, including in educational spaces from K-12 through higher education, at places of worship and community centers, and online.
https://t.co/HoAMFlx5Tv

[American Jewish Committee @AJCGlobal]

“When antisemitism permeates a society, it harms that society as a whole. Hanukkah reminds us that even in moments of darkness, we do not retreat. We stand together. We show up and we bring light into the world.”

On Monday evening, AJC’s Dr. @AlexandraTali25—the granddaughter of former Israeli President Chaim Herzog—joined members of Ireland’s Jewish community and public officials at Herzog Park in Dublin to mark the second night of Hanukkah and to mourn the victims of Sunday’s devastating antisemitic terror attack in Sydney.

The gathering took place just weeks after a proposal to dename Herzog Park was withdrawn from Dublin City Council’s office agenda following significant public criticism, including from AJC.

In the face of rising antisemitism, the evening was a powerful affirmation of Jewish pride, resilience, and an unbreakable commitment to visible Jewish life.

https://t.co/KM3Wfyr17b

[American Jewish Committee @AJCGlobal]

After today’s antisemitic attack on Jews celebrating Hanukkah in Australia, the simple act of lighting candles carries added meaning. It is a reminder that Jewish life will not be intimidated or erased.

Tonight, to show solidarity with the Australian Jewish community, we urge those celebrating Hanukkah to share a photo of your lit menorah, and we welcome and encourage allies to share a photo of a lit candle. Use #LightforAustralia when you share your photo.

Let each light be a signal of solidarity, remembrance, and an unwavering commitment to stand against anti-Jewish hate.

[American Jewish Committee @AJCGlobal]

“The proposal that Dublin City Council rename Herzog Park – honoring my grandfather, Chaim Herzog, sixth president of Israel and a proud Irish man – and to consider renaming it “Free Palestine Park” is not a gesture of solidarity. It is an act of erasure.”

In the Irish Times, AJC’s Dr. @AlexandraTali25 warns that even with the proposal withdrawn, the attempt to overwrite Irish Jewish history is a sign of a deeper, antisemitic trend.

Read her full letter: https://t.co/GDRw9baqMV

[Dr. Alexandra Herzog @alexandratali25]

Report relating to renaming Herzog Park to be withdrawn!!!

#HandsOffHerzogPark https://t.co/hASuEnucit

[Dr. Alexandra Herzog @alexandratali25]

Dublin City Council’s move to strip my grandfather’s name from Herzog Park is deeply troubling.

Chaim Herzog was born in Belfast, attended school in Dublin & fought the Nazis as an Irishman.

Irish Jewish history is part of Ireland’s history. Protect it.

#HandsOffHerzogPark

[American Jewish Committee @AJCGlobal]

AJC and @HellenicLeaders are calling on Congress to block Turkey’s return to the F-35 program and uphold CAATSA sanctions.

Turkey was sanctioned for its purchase of the Russian S-400 missile system, an action that violated U.S. law and compromised NATO security.

Lifting these sanctions would reward that defiance and ignore Turkey’s ongoing aggression toward Greece, Cyprus, America’s Kurdish allies, and Israel, undermining U.S. interests and values.
https://t.co/2EHXOMG5mq

[Ted Deutch, CEO of American Jewish Committee @AJCCEO]

I spent 16 years in politics trying to stop Iran’s march to the bomb. When I see former colleagues from Congress claim last night’s strikes weren’t justified because Iran wasn’t days away from a deliverable nuclear weapon, I’ve got to respond - as the former Chair of the Subcommittee on the Middle East, North Africa and Global Counterterrorism.

1. The Iranian regime’s stated policy since 1979 has been “death to America” and “death to Israel.”

2. They have targeted Americans, Israelis and civilians around the world.

3. They’ve lied about their nuclear weapons program for decades – just this month, they were censured at the IAEA for deceiving the world about their nuclear program.

4. They enriched uranium way past the point of what’s needed for civilian use.

5. They continuously violated the JCPOA.

6. They built a secret enrichment facility with thousands of centrifuges deep in a mountain.

7. They constantly disregard their NPT obligations and treat the IAEA with contempt.

8. They sprinted to enrich and stockpile enough highly enriched uranium to make 10 bombs in 3 weeks. And evidence pointed to advancements in Iran’s ballistic missile systems.

Should the US have waited until this regime was capable of delivering a warhead? This was an imminent threat – to the US, to Israel, and to the world – that necessitated an imminent response. These limited, targeted US strikes were necessary, justified, and vital to global security.

[American Jewish Committee @AJCGlobal]

Parliamentarians from 🇦🇹, 🇧🇪, 🇧🇬, 🇭🇷, 🇨🇿, 🇩🇪, 🇱🇻, 🇱🇹, and 🇸🇪 are in Washington D.C. with the AJC-backed Transatlantic Friends of Israel (TFI) for a three day visit, where they will meet with U.S. lawmakers and engage in a program focused on strengthening U.S.-Europe-Israel ties, advancing regional diplomacy, and confronting rising antisemitism.

[Gabby Deutch @GSDeutch]

New from @marcrod97 and me:

The Nonprofit Security Grant Program is back on, after its ability to provide funds to vulnerable nonprofits was paused during a FEMA funding freeze initiated by the Trump admin

Jewish orgs are breathing a huge sigh of relief
https://t.co/ESmyYxiaW4

[American Jewish Committee @AJCGlobal]

All Israel supporters should know these leaders:

@TabataAmaralsp 🇧🇷
John Weinerhall 🇸🇪

They are elected officials from Brazil and Sweden, and they are some of Israel’s most ardent global allies.

Thank you, Federal Deputy Amaral and MP Weinerhall, both of whom are @ProjInterchange alumni, for standing in solidarity with the Jewish community and Israel in the wake of Hamas’ October 7, 2023 massacre and sharing your insights at #AJCGloFo. https://t.co/YwKep0cn8a

[American Jewish Committee @AJCGlobal]

Two passionate pro-Israel progressives, U.S. @RepRitchie 🇺🇸 and Brazilian Federal Deputy @TabataAmaralsp 🇧🇷, delivered the same message to AJC Global Forum today:

They are not pro-Israel despite their progressive values, but because of them.

[Ted Deutch, CEO of American Jewish Committee @AJCCEO]

It was so meaningful - especially on Yom HaShoah - to stand together with Yehuda Kaploun, President Trump's pick to be the Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism and Deborah Lipstadt, who had that post in the Biden Administration. Two leaders, two different political affiliations, one mission: to fight against antisemitism.  

We are one people. One family. Kol Yisrael arevim zeh bazeh. All Jews are responsible for one another.

[Ted Deutch, CEO of American Jewish Committee @AJCCEO]

I’m here in San Francisco with 14-year old Micah. He created a board game — JEWOPOLY — that teaches us all about Jewish pride and history. This is amazing!! ✡️💪

[Ted Deutch, CEO of American Jewish Committee @AJCCEO]

Bruce Pearl is the definition of a mensch. After a massive win last night, his first message: bring the hostages home. Thank you, Coach. 🇮🇱🎗️

[American Jewish Committee @AJCGlobal]

Seven former hostages—Eli Sharabi, Doron Steinbrecher, Keith Siegel, Aviva Siegel, Naama Levy, Omer Shem Tov, and Yair Horn—met with @POTUS Trump in the Oval Office today to share firsthand accounts of the atrocities they endured in Gaza and the devastating impact of Hamas’ terror on their lives.

They expressed gratitude for his efforts to bring all hostages home and emphasized the urgent need to secure the release of those still held.

We thank the President and his administration for welcoming them to the White House, listening to their stories and reaffirming the U.S. commitment to bringing the remaining hostages home.

[American Jewish Committee @AJCGlobal]

After nearly 16 months in captivity, Tal Shoham is finally home.

Hamas kidnapped him from Kibbutz Be’eri along with eight family members, including his wife and kids.

While his family was freed in November 2023, Tal remained a hostage—until now.

[American Jewish Committee @AJCGlobal]

🟠 New York City
🟠 Beverly Hills
🟠 Niagara Falls
🟠 Rio De Janeiro

Thank you to governments around the world for illuminating landmarks in orange to honor the memory of Kfir, Ariel, and Shiri Bibas.