Here’s are some examples of some of the Teshuvos of Conservative “Judaism:”
“May Women Tie Tzitzis Knots?” by “Rabbi” Shoshana Gelfand.
“Regarding the Inclusion of the Names of the Matriarchs in the First Blessing of the Amidah.”
That’s right. Let’s take the Shmoneh Esray, which was composed by the divine inspiration of the Anshay Knesses HaGedolah, and let’s change it.
“May an avowed Atheist serve as a Shliach Tzibur?”
“A member of the congregation, who is somewhat observant of the Shabbat and Festivals, but who is an avowed atheist, enjoys leading the congregation in prayer. May an avowed atheist serve as a Shliach Tzibur?”
Is anyone laughing (or crying) yet?
Ok, folks. Let’s vote on this one.
“Should Nesias Kapayim include Bnos Kohanim?”
“The Status of Daughters of Kohanim and Leviyim for Aliyos.”
“Aliyos for Couples.”
“Placing Homosexual Rabbis in Congregations.”
“An avowed homosexual who is a member of the Rabbinical Assembly has asked that his name be sent by the Joint Placement Commission for rabbinic placement to congregations. May the Joint Placement Commission place such a rabbi in a congregation?”
Ok, folks. Let’s vote on this one, too!
“The Committee on Jewish Law and Standards (CJLS) of the Rabbinical Assembly provides guidance in matters of halakhah for the Conservative movement. The individual rabbi, however, is the authority for the interpretation and application for all matters of halakhah.”
So the CJLS decides halakhah by vote. But if the individual rabbi disagrees with the CJLS, he can interpret as he pleases!
So, Conservative “Judaism” follows Halachah? Whose Halachah does it follow?