richards | February 16, 2017
They were older than me, by at least five years, and I was afraid. Though my Satmar Hasidic neighbors were my friends, their cousins usually approached me with disdain whenever Id go over for a playdate. On one occasion, they bullied me and lifted my shirt up.
richards | February 16, 2017
During the course of a Knesset session discussing the proposed law to revoke funding for educational institutions that are proven to reject students on ethnic bases, referring to haredi Ashkenazi schools that allegedly do not accept Sephardi girls, MK Meir Cohen(Yesh Atid) caused a commotion when he shouted at MK Moshe Gafni: "Shame on you, racist.. Get out! Sometimes racists need to keep a low profile. Shame on you, racist that you are
richards | February 16, 2017
By Mackenzie Farkus Staff writer In 1881, thousands of Ashkenazi Jewish refugees emigrated from Russia to New York to escape anti-Semitic violence that took place as part of the Russian pogroms.
simmons | February 15, 2017
The Anti-Defamation League today welcomed the decision by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia in Aziz v.
admin | February 15, 2017
(JTA) The New York commuter who led several others on a Manhattan subway to clean away anti-Semitic graffiti with hand sanitizer is beinghonored by the Anti-Defamation League. Jared Nied, 37, will receive ADLs Stand Up New Yorker Award, which recognizes city residents for taking immediate action to help those being singled out for bigotry, or initiating efforts to denounce hate.
simmons | February 15, 2017
The Anti-Defamation League on Wednesday criticized President Donald Trump for dodging a question from a reporter about anti-Semitism in the U.S. throughout his campaign and, instead, bringing up his win in the election via Electoral College votes, Mediaite reports. At a press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, a reporter asked Trump what he would say to the Jewish community in America and in Israel who "believe and feel that your administration is playing this xenophobia and racist tones," after noting a sharp rise in anti-Semitic incidents across the U.S
simmons | February 15, 2017
Pope Francis talks as he leads the weekly audience in Saint Peter's Square at the Vatican . (photo credit:REUTERS) Pope Francis, meeting a delegation from the Anti-Defamation League, denounced widespread antisemitism
simmons | February 15, 2017
Pope Francis, meeting a delegation from the Anti-Defamation League, denounced widespread anti-Semitism. Sadly, anti-Semitism, which I again denounce in all its forms as completely contrary to Christian principles and every vision worthy of the human person, is still widespread today, Francis said, according to a transcript of his remarks released by the Vatican
simmons | February 15, 2017
Singles Scene SATURDAY, FEB. 18 Crossroads for Jewish Singles of Cleveland dinner, 7 p.m., Cedar Creek Grille, 2101 Richmond Road, Beachwood. RSVP to Elaine at 216-831-4344
richards | February 15, 2017
Your building can become more accessible without costing a lot of money. Here are several ways to make practical accommodations: People should be able to sit with others in the congregation, but often people with disabilities are shown seating that is off to the side or in the back corner where they cant see the service or feel that they are part of the congregation. Sometimes people who use wheelchairs are seated in the aisles
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