for Wednesday, September 1, 2021

Jewish Law ›

Shaming, Disagreement & Purposeful Difference

Christine Hayes in Sources

This article recounts a halakhic dispute between Rabban Gamliel and R. Joshua that evolves into a profound narrative of power, conflict, and eventual reconciliation.

Politics ›

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GOP mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa frustrated at lack of Jewish support

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

Curtis Sliwa, the Republican mayoral candidate in New York City, is struggling to gain traction among the city's Orthodox Jewish community despite his historical ties and tough-on-crime stance.

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I left my Hasidic community. ‘Schitt’s Creek’ helped me put things in perspective.

Elad Nehorai in Forward

Elad Nehorai shares his emotional journey from leaving his Hasidic community to finding peace and fulfillment in a new life, inspired by a pivotal moment in the TV show "Schitt's Creek."

Editors' Note

Welcome to JL;DR!
by Matt Sienkiewicz

September 1's Short Reads

Tablet Why Sukkot Is the Holiday You Need Right Now

Tablet Diego’s Game

Tablet Ethiopian Jews’ Version of Friday Night Dinner

Forward She’s 16. She’s Jewish. She’s Gotham’s newest superhero.

Tablet The Army’s Favorite Saint

Tablet Performing the High Holidays

Forward How a Harry Potter spoiler became a summer camp prank for the ages

Forward Former Trump administration officials launch new faith-based outreach coalition

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