The Workers Circle Statement on the January 6th Anniversary

Contact: Lynsey Billet, lynsey@anatgerstein.com, 347.361.8449
January 6, 2021

(NEW YORK) — One year since the January 6th violent insurrection, Ann Toback, CEO of the Workers Circle, released the following statement:

“At this moment, our democracy hangs in the balance. As Jews, we know what the slide into autocracy looks like. What we do now will shape the course of history. Today we mark one year since the violent insurrection of January 6th with resolute determination to protect our democracy. We shall not let the hatred and violence of right-wing extremists, be they lawmakers or citizens, extinguish government by, with, and for the people. We will intensify our peaceful activism together with civil rights, democracy, labor, and student groups to ensure the promise of our democracy for all of us no matter our race, zip code, or income. We demand President Biden and the Senate uphold their oath of office and not let anything stand in the way of passing the Freedom to Vote Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act now. Our democracy can’t wait.”

About the Workers Circle

Founded more than 120 years ago, the Workers Circle (formerly known as the Workmen’s Circle) is a social justice organization that powers progressive Jewish identity through Jewish cultural engagement, Yiddish language learning, multigenerational education, and social justice activism. For over a century we have provided this 360-degree approach to Jewish identity-building. Through contemporary cultural programs, strategic social justice campaigns, vibrant Yiddish language classes, interactive educational experiences and more, we connect Jewish adults, kids and families of all affiliations with their cultural heritage, working to build a better and more beautiful world for all. Learn more at www.circle.org.