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Israel’s Conversion Controversy Comes Down To Money

From Haaretz: Chief Rabbi Shlomo Amar has paused the appointment of 22 new Jewish conversion court judges, further delaying reforms aimed at easing the difficult and lengthy conversion process. Last week, Amar reneged on his decision to approve the appointments … Continue reading

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Another View On Yossi Shereshevsky

A rabbi writes: Levi, Not sure how you get the best scoops on these stories (Mordechai Gafni, Isaac Hersh), but your info seems the most complete. Regarding "Sherry", what we called Yossi as a teenager, here’s the other side of … Continue reading

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Aussie Principal Of Yeshiva Accused Of Molestation Is Hiding Out In Israel

"The case of Malka Leifer needs to be in the news," says a source.  "She’s hiding out in Beit Shemesh and has left hurt people all over the world. This is a cult-like case." From The Awareness Center: In 2000, … Continue reading

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