Congressman Dan Goldman Recognizes May as Jewish American Heritage Month

Congressman Goldman Encourages Celebration of the Countless Contributions of Jewish Americans

New York, NY – Congressman Dan Goldman (NY-10) cosponsored the House Resolution recognizing the month of May as Jewish American Heritage Month and encouraging the celebration of the contributions of Jewish Americans to the society and culture of the United States. New York is home to a significant Jewish population with New York’s 10th Congressional District having one of the largest Jewish populations in the country.

“As a proud American Jew and the Representative of one of the largest Jewish populations in a Congressional district in the country, Jewish American Heritage Month is particularly meaningful to me,” Congressman Dan Goldman said. “Jewish Americans have made countless contributions to our great nation, and at a time when Jews continue to be the single most targeted religious minority in this country, I encourage all of us to take this month to recognize and appreciate the deep connections and rich history the Jewish people have to America.”

The Resolution acknowledges the contributions of Jewish Americans as well as the decline in knowledge about Jewish history and the Holocaust. The Resolution also acknowledges the increase in antisemitic incidents around the country and urges Congress to protect and celebrate the Jewish people.

Since taking office, Congressman Goldman has prioritized fighting against bigotry and protecting Jewish communities from hate and violence. Goldman’s grandmother fled from Russia due to antisemitism in 1921.

Last month, Congressman Goldman demanded the Department of Justice provide an overview of law enforcement agencies underreporting hate crimes and bring these agencies into compliance to mitigate hate crimes across the country.

In order to combat decreasing knowledge of the Holocaust, Congressman Goldman cosponsored the Holocaust Education and Antisemitism Lessons (HEAL) Act to improve and expand Holocaust education for future generations.

Congressman Dan Goldman is a member of the House Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Antisemitism.

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