Faithful Support for the Iran Nuclear Deal

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"After years spent teetering on the brink of war, the diplomatic agreement with Iran known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action offers an unprecendented opportunity for a peaceful settlement to concerns about Iran's nuclear program." 

The [http://fcnl.org/issues/iran/; Friends Committee on National Legislation] (quoted above) has posted a wealth of resources for people of faith and good will to understand and support the Iran Deal.  Their post on [http://fcnl.org/issues/iran/understanding_the_iran_deal/; "Understanding the Iran Deal"] is very helpful. 

In August 340 rabbis (including our own local Rabbi Sheldon Lewis) from all streams of Judaism sent a [http://www.ameinu.net/newsroom/press-release/340-rabbis-urge-congress-to-support-nuclear-deal-with-iran/; letter to all Members of Congress] urging that they support the international community agreement and Iran. Read the statement of [http://fcnl.org/issues/iran/faith_leaders_support_irandeal/; 53 Christian leaders] urging Congress to support the agreement.  The Jewish Exponent posted a thoughtful article on why [http://www.jewishexponent.com/opinion/2015/07/the-iran-agreement-is-a-good-deal-for-america; "The Iran Agreement is Good for America."]