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Calendar: July 1-7, 2016

World War II is over and Mathilde is treating the last of the French survivors at the German camps in Warsaw.

Constitution and torah

In a cover story a few years ago in Time magazine, editor Richard Stengel asks if the Constitution still matters.

Peres praises U.S. at 4th of July celebration

The United States “remains a beacon of hope for the values of freedom, peace and justice around the globe,” Israeli President Shimon Peres said at a Fourth of July celebration.

July 4th as a day of reflection

This coming Thursday, the Jewish community, alongside all other Americans, will be celebrating the fourth of July and the Independence of The United States of America. The relationship between Jews and America is one that is not only a historical phenomenon but is indeed an outstanding human and moral phenomenon in human history.

Ambushed by optimism

Twice in the past few weeks, my train of thought has been hijacked by hope. I am not by nature pessimistic. But for a while now my mood about America’s prospects has been grim.

Happy Birthday, USA! Sweet dreams with the Shema

We celebrate the 232nd birthday of the United States of America on July 4. Between noshing on barbecue and watching fireworks, test how well you know early American history. Circle the right answer for the following questions but read carefully — some might be a bit tricky.

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