Monthly Archives: July 2011

Is Scientology More Silly Than Judaism?

From the Los Angeles Times: It would be easy to deride or dismiss many of Scientology’s more eccentric elements, such as the long-held secret story of Xenu, the evil tyrant leader of the “Galactic Confederation.” Only after reaching an advanced … Continue reading

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Email Tampering Got R. Pilichowski Fired From Beth Jacob

Norm emails: After 10 days, you have succeeded only in “uncovering” the facts that the entire city knows. Your sources must be drying up. Yes, Rabbi Uri Pilichowski was forced to resign, and it was very sad coming after his … Continue reading

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White Racism In New Orleans

I’m watching a Daniel Tosh comedy special on Netflix streaming. Daniel: “Secretly I hope that New Orleans gets nailed again. You’d rather spend billions rebuilding a city that is below sea level? I’ve got another business plan. Cut our losses … Continue reading

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Annie Sprinkle – New York Times Book Reviewer

I was reading the New York Times Sunday Book Review last night and came across a familiar name — Annie Sprinkle. She’s reviewing a book called “Paying For It.” It is the second review that the Times has devoted to … Continue reading

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Rabbi Uri Pilichowski’s Resignation From Beth Jacob Was Not Voluntary

*Update!* Rabbi Pilichowski apparently did something and was then quickly forced to resign. What happened we do not know as yet. At a board meeting of Beth Jacob last week, the head rabbi of the shul and the president of … Continue reading

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