New York City Council Jewish Caucus Explained

The New York City Council Jewish Caucus comprises the Jewish members[1] of the New York City Council. The caucus is dedicated to advocating for social services, fighting Jewish poverty in New York City, supporting Israel, and advancing inter-faith relations.

History

In 1991 Councilmember Herbert Berman (D-Brooklyn) formed the “Jewish Study Group” to advocate for Jewish institutional concerns to the administration of Mayor David Dinkins.[2] In 2001 the group changed its name to the “Jewish Caucus”, and was chaired by Councilmember Michael Chaim Nelson (D-Brooklyn) from 2001-2013.[3] Councilmember Mark D. Levine (D-Manhattan) served as chair of the caucus from 2014-2017.[4]

Current members

Former members

See also

Notes and References

  1. News: Dickter. Adam. Jewish Representation On City Council Grows. 6 March 2014. The Jewish Week. Nov 7, 2013.
  2. News: Dichter. Adam. Council’s Jews To Reinvigorate Caucus. 16 August 2015. The Jewish Week. Jan 22, 1999.
  3. News: Dichter. Adam. Council’s Jewish Caucus Eyes Role. 16 August 2015. The Jewish Week. March 1, 2002.
  4. Web site: Kornbluh. Jacob. Jacob Kornbluh. CM Levine Appointed to Lead the Jewish Caucus in the City Council. Jewish Political News and Updates. 6 March 2014.