Orthodox Jewish Voices in the Public Square - with Rabbi Yaakov Menken

AUG 12, 202543 MIN
Coffee with Curtis Politics

Orthodox Jewish Voices in the Public Square - with Rabbi Yaakov Menken

AUG 12, 202543 MIN

Description

On this episode of Coffee with Curtis Politics, Robert is joined by Rabbi Yaakov Menken, EVP for the Coalition for Jewish Values and a President Trump Appointee to the Advisory Board of Religious Leaders, U.S. Religious Liberty Commission. Rabbi Menken discusses his journey from a non-observant upbringing to becoming a leading voice in Jewish public advocacy. He shares insights on the Coalition for Jewish Values, the importance of religious values in public policy, and the challenges of combating anti-Semitism. The conversation also touches on the recent billboard campaign in Times Square, the implications of political candidates on Jewish communities, and the settlement with Columbia University regarding anti-Semitism. Rabbi Menken emphasizes the need for a unified Jewish voice in the public square and the importance of addressing anti-Semitic narratives.