Statements concerning Israel
On the anniversary of October 7, Ann Toback’s tells The New Republic the erosion of democracy is driving human suffering and the expansion of the conflict.
On the anniversary of October 7, Ann Toback’s insights in The New Republic highlight the impacts we must reflect on.
In light of the attacks on Israel by Hamas on the Jewish holiday of Simchat Torah, Ann Toback, CEO of the Workers Circle, released this statement:
We condemn the horrific, brutal attacks by Hamas that have left hundreds dead and thousands injured in Israel, as well as the kidnapping of civilians. We urge the immediate and safe release of the more than 100 hostages; families, elderly and children who have been taken to Gaza.
Statement on Israel by the Board of Directors of the Workers Circle
The Workers Circle has always had two defining premises that inform our positions about Israel. The first is that we are in favor of a two-state solution and the second is that equality and democracy must be the basis for the existence of both states. This view is reflected in Israel’s 1948 founding document which stated that Israel would “ensure complete equality of social and political rights to all its inhabitants irrespective of religion, race or sex.” Further it guaranteed “freedom of religion, conscience, language, education and culture.”