On July 4, 2026, America celebrated 250 years since the Declaration of Independence. This moment invites us to reflect and ask: What ideas shaped our country? What values guided the Founding Fathers of the United States?
From its earliest days, America has stood for freedom, justice, and opportunity. Though still young compared to many nations, the United States’ commitment to human dignity and self-governance has inspired the world. Many of these core principles: freedom, moral responsibility, and the dignity of the individual, have deep roots in the Torah and Jewish tradition.