How Did an Orthodox Jew Redefine American Politics?

Joe Lieberman, the first Orthodox Jew in the U.S. Senate, wasn’t a typical politician. Soft-spoken yet resolute, he held fast to his values and even crossed party lines, prioritizing principle over party loyalty.

Observing Shabbat during critical votes and working with both sides to address America’s most pressing issues, Lieberman’s story is one of conviction, and his legacy is a powerful reminder that sometimes, standing firm in faith can be the boldest act of all.

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:31 Bridging party lines
01:52 First Orthodox Jewish US Senator
02:36 Commitment to social activism
03:57 Commitment to Judaism
05:56 Commitment to debate
07:34 Support for the Iraq War, reproductive rights, and LGBTQ rights
08:14 Public criticism of Barack Obama

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Image and footage credits:
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U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum
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Executive Producers:
Michael Steinhardt

Co-Executive Producers:
Marc Shmuel Levine
Iris & Shalom Maidenbaum

Gold Level:
The Steinhardt Foundation for Jewish Life
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Translation credits:
Portuguese: Saymon Pires, www.livrariasafra.com.br, @safralivraria

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