The unique character of the American system, built into the Constitution, is its ability to change, to grow. [Jerry Klinger]
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“The OBBB is big and complicated, but one thing is simple: the largest ever federal school choice program is about to be signed into law by President Trump,” said Nathan Diament, Executive Director of OU Advocacy. “This has been an OU Advocacy goal for decades, and we will continue to work to make sure every Jewish child can access an affordable Jewish education.” [Press Release]
Arm of Orthodox Union Hails Federal School Choice Provision of Trump’s BBB Read More »
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The Iranian regime’s suspension of all cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is a clear, deliberate act of defiance and threat to international security. [Press Release]
San Diego County has just opened its first cannabis consumption lounge down in the South Bay. It’s called Sessions by The Bay and whether you partake in cannabis or not, it’s a trip! [Sandi Masori]
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The only way to evaluate whether anything Donald Trump says is valid is to translate his words and evaluate his claims. Here’s a guide to help you. [Laurie Baron]
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In one case, the brief alleges that Concord-Carlisle administrators proposed removing the Jewish student from the classroom and all social settings under a so-called “safety plan” that would have placed the student in independent studies and virtual classes while leaving the perpetrators in place. And in another instance, the school’s DEIB director downplayed concerns about the use of a word “kike”– a well-known antisemitic slur – as merely a “microaggression.” [Press Release]
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According to the complaint, bullies taunted the parents’ 11-year-old daughter for being “Israeli,” and called Jews “baby killers,” and said they deserved to die because of what is happening in Gaza. Pointing at the other children, the bullies told their daughter that everyone at the school is against Jews and Israel, which is why they hate you. [Press Release]
Private School Responds to Bullying Complaint by Expelling 3 Jewish Students Read More »
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The performance’s creator and writer, Becca Myers, welcomed the audience with witty verses, setting a delightful tone before the musical journey began. The show then opened powerfully with the ensemble singing Irving Berlin’s iconic “There’s No Business Like Show Business,” immediately building an energetic and celebratory atmosphere. From there, the show skillfully navigated the rich landscape of American musical theater shaped by Jewish talent. [Barrett Holman Leak]
Broadway Musicals Proven to be One Place for Us Jews Read More »
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Our volunteer for July, Kira Finkenberg is no exception. The energetic Finkenberg is a woman motivated by family, faith, and hard work. She also feels it is her duty to give back to the community, something she learned from her late mother. [Mimi Pollack]
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Mimi Pollack, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Travel and Food, USAFirebombing victim Karen Diamond, 81, succumbed Wednesday, June 25, to injuries sustained June 1 when Molotov cocktails were hurled at her and fellow ‘Run For Their Lives” protesters who marched to call attention to the plight of Israeli hostages held in Gaza. [San Diego Jewish World staff report]
Boulder Firebombing Victim Succumbs to Injuries Read More »
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Renowned coaches Red Auerbach and Red Holzman were both Jewish, as is Adam Silver, the current NBA Commissioner, and current and former team owners including Abe Pollin, Micky Arison and Herb Kohl. What is another NBA Jewish connection? [Mark D. Zimmerman]
Jewish Trivia Quiz: The NBA Read More »
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I am excited to attend the San Diego County Fair this week with my “super cool teenagers” and check out the animals. My heart will melt if there are any rabbits to pet. However, I will get stared down when we get home from the smell of someone she hasn’t met, and she might ignore me until I change my clothes. [Cailin Acosta]
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He spent Oct. 8, 2023, neglecting to condemn Hamas’ massacre of 1,200 Jews in southern Israel but issued a statement that “a just and lasting peace can begin by ending the occupation and dismantling apartheid.” [Bruce S. Ticker]
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‘Take Me Out To The Ball Game’ was the 1908 team effort of two friends, Jack Norworth and Albert Von Tilzer. Both men had musical backgrounds; Norworth’s Dad was the Choir Director at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Philadelphia. Von Tilzer was a Jewish man from Indianapolis who composed popular songs. [Jerry Klinger]
Historic Plaque Honoring Baseball’s Theme Song Finally Gets a Hit Read More »
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