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"What an
impressive and important book! Carol Kaufman brilliantly explores
how the Jewish community has responded (or, more accurately, has
not responded) to the problem of domestic violence. She finds ignorance
and neglect, but she also discovers significant sources of strength
and hope. Kaufman's research has major implications for reducing
domestic violence not only within the Jewish community but in society
at large. Anyone who cares about the problem of domestic violence
should read this book."
Jack Levin, Ph.D., director, Brudnick Center
on Violence and Conflict, Northeastern University, Boston, and co-author
of Hate Crimes Revisited: America's War on Those Who Are Different
"A solid contribution
to the existing literature on domestic violence, Carol Goodman
Kaufman continues the important journey of lifting the veil of
silence regarding domestic abuse against women who are overlooked
and under-served because our society believes such crimes don't
happen to them. This enlightening study of the population of
Jewish women who are victimized by their spouses as well as the
professionals in place to help them further demonstrates the
need for increased awareness and response by us all."
Susan Weitzman, Ph.D. author, Not to People
Like Us, and President/Founder,
The Weitzman Center
"Sins of Omission is a courageous
wake-up call for not only the Jewish Community but with grave
implications for the borders beyond. It reaffirms that Shalom
Bayit begins first with peace in the heart. A must read for clergy,
and rabbinical students in particular."
Susan K. Howards, J.D., Ph.D.
Attorney for the Framingham Eight
"We have known for some time that
Jewish men do in fact abuse their wives and children. Thanks
to Carol Goodman Kaufman, we now also know that the Jewish community
responds in a most shameful way. Sins of Omission reminds us
of our responsibility towards others - and if we refuse to help
our neighbors, we are guilty of a very grave sin indeed."
Carol Diament, Ph.D. National Jewish Education Director, Hadassah,
The Women's Zionist Organization of America
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