Orthodox Union

Educational, outreach and social service organization serving the Jewish community in North America, Israel and worldwide.

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As we honor our nation’s veterans today, our EVP, Rabbi Shmuel Silber, shares a message of gratitude for the brave men and women who serve our country. 🇺🇸

We are grateful for their service, sacrifice, and dedication to protecting our freedom.

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In a recent @JNS_org article on rising antisemitic hate crimes in NYC, our EVP, Rabbi Shmuel Silber, emphasized the power of good people standing together against hate, while reminding us that much work remains to make our communities safer.

Read the article in JNS: https://t.co/8rZHEHuhs0

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Our Executive Vice President Rabbi Shmuel Silber attended the Kinus Hashluchim yesterday, joining Jewish leaders from across the globe in celebrating the dedication of @Lubavitch shluchim and their service to Jewish communities worldwide.

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Join us in welcoming our new EVP, Rabbi Shmuel Silber!

As he begins his new role, Rabbi Silber shares his excitement for serving Klal Yisrael and carrying forward the extraordinary legacy of his dear friend and mentor, Rabbi Moshe Hauer, zt”l.

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I joined @GinnyGentles to talk about this week’s #ReligiousLiberty case at SCOTUS (St. Mary Parish) & the federal scholarship tax credit w/ my colleague @sydneyaltfield // @OUAdvocacy @TeachCoalition_

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Following the injury of Neria Leiter, son of Israel’s Ambassador to the United States and friend of the Orthodox Union, Dr. @yechielleiter, in a terror attack, we join all of Klal Yisrael in tefilla for the swift recovery of נריה דב בן חנה.
We are sending strength to the Leiter family as they deal with this difficult situation.

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One year after the passing of Rabbi Moshe Hauer, zt”l, Jewish leaders continue to reflect on his extraordinary impact as a Torah scholar, communal leader, and bridge-builder.

As our Executive Vice President, Rabbi Hauer brought wisdom, leadership and deep care to his work, strengthening the OU and the broader Jewish community. His legacy continues to guide us, even as his presence is deeply missed.

Read more in @JNS_org : https://t.co/AOm50WSclG

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Who are the people you turn to when you need guidance—not just for what to do, but for who you want to become? In his latest op-ed in eJewishPhilanthropy, our CEO Rabbi Dr. Josh Joseph explores why we all need spiritual mentors who offer wisdom, perspective, and a deeper sense of purpose.
Read the op-ed: https://t.co/DMSkxkHyOb

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This is truly a dark day for British Jews.

Today our Government has chosen to ignore the deep concerns expressed by so many of us.

The measures announced amount to little more than political flag bearing for mendacious anti-Israel rhetoric and those who harbour a dangerous obsession with the Jewish State. These measures will succeed only in bolstering the very extremism they seek to target.

On the eve of Rosh Hashanah and at a time when our community is more vulnerable than ever to the wave of extremism that has been building over recent years, these sanctions do nothing to advance the cause of peace. Nor do they make anyone safer – quite the contrary.

Gesture politics of this kind feeds into an increasingly hostile discourse about Israel, and the cumulative effect of such punitive policies is to further embolden those, at home and abroad, who use hatred as a weapon against Jews.

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As Jewish students head back to campus, concerns about antisemitism and accountability remain.

In his latest Op-Ed for the @nypost, OU Advocacy Center Executive Director @NDiament shares the story of LIAT Fellow Adira Fogelman and calls for stronger protections for Jewish students on campus.

Read the Op-Ed here: https://t.co/zpROg0AbgQ

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We are pleased to announce the appointment of Rabbi Shmuel Silber to the role of executive vice president. Rabbi Silber will assume his new role as of November 2nd. As the executive vice president, Rabbi Silber will be responsible for representing our vision on both Torah and public policy and providing hashkafic and halachic guidance within the organization and beyond. The Baltimore rabbi succeeds Rabbi Moshe Hauer, zt”l, who passed away last Shemini Atzeret. In parallel, we are clarifying our leadership structure. Rabbi Dr. Josh Joseph, currently EVP and COO, will assume the role of chief executive officer (CEO), with responsibility for the management of all our programs and operations. Rabbis Silber and Joseph will both report directly to our Executive Committee.
Read the full press release: https://t.co/L4fWY9ua0H

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Our EVP and COO Rabbi Dr. Josh Joseph joined Rachel Wolf on @FoxNews to discuss why Mayor Mamdani’s recent remarks about Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have alarmed the Jewish community. As mayor of New York City, his foremost responsibility is the safety and protection of all New Yorkers, including Jewish New Yorkers. When elected officials amplify misinformation and rhetoric that contributes to antisemitism, the consequences can be dangerous, as we unfortunately have seen.

Watch the full interview with Rachel Wolf on Fox News here: https://t.co/yOh3mdWJFp

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“If you are a New Yorker, I am your mayor. Regardless of whether we agree, I will protect you.”
Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s Inaugural Address (January 1, 2026)

The first priority of any mayor must be the safety and protection of all New Yorkers. @NYCMayor's video endangers Jewish New Yorkers. He peddles in lies and misinformation that risk inciting further violence against Jews. It is a betrayal of his oath of office and his own commitment to protect all New Yorkers.

The Mayor’s singular focus on @IsraeliPM is a telling reminder of his obsession with the actions of only one country, the Jewish state. Israel was dragged into war following a massacre that aimed to wipe out the Jewish state. Despite facing an enemy in tunnels and from within civilian populations, the IDF achieved the lowest civilian to combatant casualty ratio in the history of modern war with their citizen soldiers often paying the ultimate price.

It is time for the mayor to focus on the considerable needs of New York instead of playing prosecutor for the cameras.

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Benjamin Netanyahu is a war criminal.

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The Orthodox Union mourns the sudden passing of Senator Lindsey Graham, whose steadfast support for Israel and the Jewish people was a defining feature of his public service. Throughout his years in Congress, he stood firmly with our community and consistently championed the U.S.-Israel relationship. We are proud to have partnered closely with Senator Graham, through the Orthodox Union Advocacy Center, on many important policy initiatives including the enactment of the Taylor Force Act. OU Advocacy leaders regularly met with Senator Graham and valued his insight, love for Israel and the Jewish people, and good humor.
We extend our deepest condolences to his family, loved ones, and the people of South Carolina during this time of profound loss.
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The scale of the tragedy in Venezuela is difficult to comprehend. Tens of thousands remain missing, each one a beloved family member, friend, or neighbor, while countless others have been displaced and are desperately searching for those they love. We are heartbroken by the devastating earthquakes. As rescuers race against the clock to pull survivors from the rubble, we pray for the swift discovery of the missing, full recovery of the injured, and dignity for those lost. We stand with the Jewish community in Venezuela as they mourn the loss of their loved ones and with the Venezuelan people as they begin the long journey towards recovery and rebuilding.

If you would like to support the Vaad Hakehilot of Venezuela’s efforts to help members of the Jewish community rebuild their homes, please donate here: https://t.co/u1m9ows4iV

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Our president Mitch Aeder and EVP and COO Rabbi Dr. Josh Joseph are reporting live from the @JCRCNY @israeldayon5th parade!

Am Yisrael Chai! 🇮🇱💙

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We’re SO excited to be marching in the @JCRCNY Israel Day on 5th Parade to celebrate Israel, community, and unity together.

Tag us if you see us! 🇮🇱💙

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For many teens, Shavuot night is a highlight of the Jewish calendar — an all-night experience of engaging shiurim, discussions, and communal Torah learning. But once yom tov ends, that excitement can be hard to sustain. Here are five ideas for inspiring teens to continue their Torah learning well beyond the holiday: https://t.co/kEMJc8DtaK

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No house of worship should be unsafe w/ parishioners & schoolchildren subjected to threats. Freedom of worship must come w/ freedom from fear. We @OUAdvocacy condemn this attack and call for govt to do more to roll back hate & protect the faithful in the USA.