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I Wince As I Look Back

I tend to live in the past. I spend an inordinate amount of time remembering and re-experiencing my life. And much of the time as I replay stuff, I’m wincing. I’m compressing and pulling down. I’m embarrassed and ashamed. I … Continue reading

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Only Jews Who Don’t Know Who They Are Want To Build Bridges To The Black Community

If you are leading an observant Jewish life, you don’t have time to build bridges to other communities. How can you eat with them? You can only do it in a kosher restaurant. You can’t eat on their turf. Jewish … Continue reading

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