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Adam Milstein20.11.2018
‘For Jews, it’s too risky to be risk-averse’
Unlike many of our communities in the past, we have civil and human rights—the right to vote and serve in the government, and the ability to fight back.
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Jonathan S. Tobin15.11.2018
How to have a rational Jewish discussion about guns
There’s only one serious argument to be had about gun control, but broaching it demonstrates a cultural divide that can’t seem to be bridged.
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House introduces bipartisan resolution condemning synagogue shooting
08.11.2018
“The Pittsburgh Jewish community and the city at large have all shown what it means to come together after a tragedy,” said Rep. Mike Doyle (D-Pa.)
The Tree of Life*Or L’Simcha Synagogue in Pittsburgh, where a mass shooting took place during Shabbat services on Oct. 27. Credit: Google Maps screenshot.
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Ruthie Blum08.11.2018
‘Real Time’ Jewish America and Trump
Washington is not Tehran, Cairo, Ankara or Moscow. America’s political system and society do not undergo chaotic upheaval with every changing of the guard.
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David SuissaJewish Journal06.11.2018
On Bari Weiss, Franklin Foer and the values that sustain our people
For Jews who are appalled by Trump’s incendiary rhetoric but who still appreciate his policies on Israel, what should they do?
DAVID SUISSA Editor-in-Chief Tribe Media/Jewish Journal (Israeli American Council)
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Jonathan S. Tobin05.11.2018
Did Israelis err in backing Trump after Pittsburgh?
Some bashed the government’s embrace of the president, but did their distance from American partisan battles give them some perspective?
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Ben Cohen02.11.2018
‘Anti-Semitism upholds white supremacy’
Above all, there was the sense that everyone here understood that anti-Semitism is a threat that needs to be taken seriously and confronted. That is a far cry from Europe.
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Pittsburgh Synagogue Massacre
Funeral held for final and oldest victim of Pittsburgh synagogue shooting
02.11.2018
Rose Mallinger, 97, was laid to rest on Friday afternoon.
Rose Mallinger, 97, was the oldest of the 11 Jewish worshippers killed on Oct. 27 at Tree of Life Synagogue*Or L'Simcha Synagogue in Pittsburgh. Credit: Screenshot.
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Stephen M. Flatow02.11.2018
The response to Pittsburgh: A contrast between societies
One cannot help but note the difference between how American society and its leaders responded to the Pittsburgh massacre, and how Palestinian society and its leaders responded to the Har Nof massacre.
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Pittsburgh Synagogue Massacre
Returning to synagogue, how do we speak to our children about Pittsburgh?
Rabbi Dr. Ari Sytner02.11.2018
It can be more difficult for some than others, based upon how the brain processes stress, as well as previous exposures to traumatic incidents. Here are some suggestions on how to help.
Rabbi Dr. Ari Sytner (center) with community members in Pittsburgh, there to provide comfort after 11 Jewish worshippers were shot and killed by a gunman the Tree of Life*Or L’Simcha Synagogue on Oct. 27, 2018. Credit: Courtesy.
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Pittsburgh Synagogue Massacre
Grief into action: Fundraisers, volunteering, Shabbat programs, even therapy pets, on Pittsburgh college campuses
Carin M. Smilk02.11.2018
Hundreds of Jewish students attending Pittsburgh-area colleges face the aftermath of a violent attack that has put their city on the 24-hour news cycle.
A prayer vigil at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh on Oct. 29, 2018, two days after the shooting at the Tree of Life*Or L’Simcha Synagogue that left 11 Jewish worshippers dead. Credit: Chabad of CMU.
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Pittsburgh Synagogue Massacre
Jewish president of hospital that treated alleged shooter: ‘My job isn’t to judge him’
01.11.2018
Dr. Jeff Cohen, president of Allegheny General Hospital, said “many of the people who attended to him were Jewish. And they’re heroes.”
Dr. Jeff Cohen, president of the hospital that treated Robert Bowers, the suspect behind the 11 Jewish worshippers shot and killed at Tree of Life*Or L'Simcha Synagogue on Oct. 27, Credit: Screenshot.
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Funeral services held for three more Pittsburgh victims
01.11.2018
Husband and wife Sylvan and Bernice Simon, 86 and 84, respectively, were laid to rest, as was Richard Gottfried, 65.
Richard Gottfried, 65, was one of 11 Jewish worshippers shot and killed at Tree of Life Synagogue*Or L'Simcha Synagogue in Pittsburgh on Oct. 27, 2018. Credit: Screenshot.
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Suspect in synagogue shooting pleads not guilty
01.11.2018
If convicted, Robert Bowers could face the death penalty.
A mug shot of Robert Bowers, the suspect behind the shooting of 11 Jewish worshippers at Tree of Life*Or L’Simcha Synagogue in Pittsburgh on Oct. 27, 2018. Credit: Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.
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In the aftermath of Pittsburgh, a focus on improving building security and know-how
Jackson Richman01.11.2018
Enhancements include alarm systems, impact-resistant doors and gate, lighting, access control systems, video systems, jersey walls, fencing, and fixed or handheld screening systems.
Community Security Service volunteers stand guard outside of a synagogue. Credit: Community Security Service
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