Wake Up Call American Jews

5784 has knocked upon Our People’s door.
With hopes for peace, joy and good health,
With prayers that We can use our wealth
to work toward the Greater Good.
In our homes and in our Neighborhood.

And this I know about the Jewish State,
AMERICAN JEWS IT IS NOT TOO LATE,
to get engaged and raise your voice.
In fact, We simply have no choice
if we truly care about being a Jew.
Take to the Streets, THIS WE MUST DO.

About the Author

Francine M. Gordon is an artist/activist, originally from Northeast Ohio, now based in New York City with deep roots in Jerusalem and throughout Israel. From November 2010 through November 2016, through The Sacred Rights, Sacred Song Project, she produced over 10 Concerts of Concern in the US and Israel. In light of current events, she is once again raising her voice in Concern, using spoken work and song to express love, support and concern for the modern Jewish democratic State of Israel. Since moving to New York City, Ms. Gordon has become part of the UJA-Federation of New York circle of Israel activists. Fulfilling her lifelong dream, she has become a proud member of the Zamir Chorale which allows her to express her Zionism through song. As a member of Congregation Ansche Chesed on the UWS, she lives as a loud and proud Masorti/Conservative Jew immersed in soul, service and song. Finally, Fran has just completed her first year as a mezzo soprano in the Shireinu Choir of Long Island - the loudest and proudest Jewish community chorus in the land!