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Hyphen Parent explains the policies of the Central Conference of American Rabbis on interfaith marriage.
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We cry, “Never again,” yet this is happening here and now. If you want to help, here are some things you can do.
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Hyphen Parent offers practical advice for those who want to show love and support to immigrants.
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In the wake of George Michael’s death, organizations, charities, and witnesses came forward to reveal donations and charity work he did anonymously or where he expressly asked that his identity not be revealed during his lifetime. In Judaism, this is one of the highest forms of charity.
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