One thing that pleases Harmatz about being the grand marshal is riding in a convertible. In fact, last year when it rained on the parade, someone suggested they put up the top, but Harmatz wanted it left down.
It\’s unfortunate that David Klinghoffer sets up a number of straw men in his condemnation of my speech warning about certain efforts to Christianize America.
By pointing out the various Muslim anti-Jewish activities during the week I made my remarks, Klinghoffer suggests I\’m focusing on the wrong threat.
\”The sun is shining, the grass is green, the orange and palm trees sway. There\’s never been such a day in Beverly Hills, L.A. But it\’s December the 24th, and I am longing to be up north.\”
While it isn\’t likely the above stanza sparks many memories, the next line should: \”I\’m dreaming of a White Christmas.\”
Bing Crosby\’s popular version of the song — introduced in \”Holiday Inn\” (1942) and later sung in \”White Christmas\” (1954) — cut out the satirical introduction.
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Here\’s where you get to sound off. This month\’s kein v\’ lo (yes and no) is about Thanksgiving. Should Jews celebrate the holiday? Is there anything Jewish about Thanksgiving?
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