Orthodox Rabbi Adam Mintz, former president of the New York Board of Rabbis
“This morning I had the privilege of participating in a Rabbi’s Phone-Bank on behalf of Senator Obama. Over twenty rabbis from all the different denominations gathered together in the spirit of unity to volunteer for Barack Obama’s campaign. As we sat around the dining room table and in various locations throughout a magnificent apartment overlooking Central Park, we laughed and shared experiences from our many phone calls. Personally, I was very encouraged by the enthusiasm that was expressed by the people whom we called. Many were not only voting for Senator Obama; …some volunteered for the campaign to assist in last minute efforts to get out the vote. …Finally, and most exciting for our group of Rabbis, was the appreciation that many people expressed for the fact that Rabbis had taken time out of our busy schedules to volunteer for Senator Obama. If we could do it so could they! I’m already looking for my next phonebank to attend.”