Stay Home, Stay Focused
State of Belief

Stay Home, Stay Focused

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June 23, 2020

During the early months of the coronavirus pandemic, Interfaith Alliance created a space for key movement leaders to safely gather in conversation. “Stay Home, Stay Focused” produced forty-nine concise episodes focused on issues of justice, resilience, and religious freedom. Join Rabbi Jack Moline, president of Interfaith Alliance, for a sample of these dynamic discussions with guests on the front lines of issues impacting communities across the country.

Pete Buttigieg

A conversation between former Mayor Pete Buttigieg, 2020 presidential candidate and chair of Win the Era PAC, and Rabbi Jack Moline.
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Mindy Botbol

A conversation between Mindy Botbol, funeral director for Shalom Memorial Park, and Rabbi Jack Moline.
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Gurwin Singh Ahuja

A conversation between Gurwin Singh Ahuja, co-founder and advisor for the National Sikh Campaign, and Rabbi Jack Moline.
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