Where Jewish stars are shining this season
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September 8, 2015
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September 8, 2015
Avi Weiss on living the ‘dream of seeing an Orthodoxy that’s open’
Jared Sichel
September 8, 2015
Rabbi Avi Weiss, the man who coined the phrase “Open Orthodoxy” — referring to a more inclusive and liberal version of Orthodox Judaism — is no stranger to controversy.
What makes a mensch? A ‘Digital Diva’ wants to know
Jewish Journal
September 8, 2015
“Our technology has exceeded our humanity,” Albert Einstein is said to have lamented.
Michaela Watkins: A supporting player takes the lead
Esther D. Kustanowitz
September 8, 2015
If you’re one of those people who pays attention to supporting characters and comedy, you probably already know who Michaela Watkins is.
Do Jewish organizations alienate young Jews?
Dennis Prager
September 8, 2015
We are told that Jewish organizations have to recalibrate their messages in order to appeal to young Jews.
Guitar legend Marty Friedman talks U.S. tour, mega-stardom overseas, shedding the past
Darren Paltrowitz
September 8, 2015
In the 15 years since guitarist Marty Friedman left heavy-metal band Megadeth and moved, two years later, to Japan, he has amassed millions of fans on the other side of the world.
Torah portion: Time for a change
Rabbi Anne Brener
September 8, 2015
As the moon of Elul dwindles to a sliver, just before the New Year of 5776, the words of Parshat Nitzavim regarding environmental disaster entwine my memories of a decade ago with my fears for the future.
L.A. County, Beverly Hills discuss their own water deals with Israel
Ryan Torok
September 8, 2015
The State of Israel has entered into two separate agreements with the Beverly Hills City Council and the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors related to tackling water-shortage problems and more.
Special in Uniform: Israeli model of inclusion
Michelle K. Wolf
September 8, 2015
One of the lesser-known facts about former Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir is that she had a granddaughter born with Down syndrome in 1950.
The battle over kapparot goes to court
Jewish Journal
September 8, 2015
“We refuse to be your Kapores!” a chicken shouts. “We demand our rights,” a rooster chimes in.
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