Daily Archives: August 24, 2007

Karen Armstrong’s Fantasy Lover

Robert J. Avrech writes: Regarding Armstrong, a Seraphic Friend, an author with a keen knowledge of both the history of religion and current events put it this way: “She’s an ex-nun. Was married to Christ. She needs another fantasy lover. … Continue reading

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Jewish women abandoned but unable to remarry

Bari Weiss writes in the Wall Street Journal: Susan Rosenfeld’s marriage wasn’t what you’d call romantic. She was thrown up against a wall, doused with a bucket of cold water in bed, and, toward the end, became her husband’s punching … Continue reading

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Rabbis Strike

EvasNotes reports: In Israel, every week or so, another faction employed by the government goes on strike. Garbage collectors go on strike every few months and the way Jerusalem residents deal with it is by burning all their garbage in … Continue reading

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Claire Hoffman Feels Lonely

Former L.A. Times writer Claire Hoffman (the hottest staffer at the paper during her tenure, she’s best known for her Joe Francis take-down) goes online to seek love in the September issue of Los Angeles magazine. "This Spring yet another … Continue reading

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Will Jerry Brown Win CA Democratic Nom For Governor In 2010?

Joe writes: "Most uncovered California political story right now is how Jerry Brown is going to run for governor in 2010 and win the democratic nomination by a landslide – Antonio better hope Hillary wins in 2008 so he can … Continue reading

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