Hold Dualities Together / 14 Oct 2021
Would the World Be a Better Place If We All Spoke One Language?
Would we be more united if we all spoke the same language?
Compassion for difficulties / 08 Oct 2021
What I Learned About Compassion After Being Assaulted
An attack on a man with autism causes him to reflect on his life.
Compassion for difficulties / 01 Oct 2021
Finding Ways To Cope With The World As A Highly Sensitive Person
The challenges of living in a world that often feels like too much.
Spirituality & Faith / 24 Sep 2021
Rosh Hashanah: My First Lesson of the New Year
Musings on the new year.
Spirituality & Faith / 15 Sep 2021
The Political Science Found In High Holiday Prayers
We Jews pray not only for ourselves, but for the leaders of all countries, that they govern in wisdom, justice, and with compassion.
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December 03, 2020
The Acceptance of Oklahoma’s Day of Prayer and Fasting — Warts and All
By decree of Gov. Kevin Stitt, Oklahoma is observing today, Thursday, December 3rd, as a day of prayer and fasting, asking God “To heal those who are sick, comfort those who are hurting and provide renewed strength and wisdom to all who are managing the effects of COVID-19.” I applaud the Governor, most of his decree, and all those who would join him in prayer and fasting, even, or especially if they don’t believe in God. Yes, I am applauding the state-sponsored establishment of a religious day, even though I believe in......
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The pandemic has reminded me that there is value in times where we rejoice together....
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November 24, 2020
Thanksgiving, Klezmer and The Ethics of Appropriation
The rise of Klezmer has many reasons, and they differ amongst other things, not only by identity but by geography....
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November 17, 2020
3 Lessons I Learned From Being A Black Kindergarten Teacher In China
How a positive attitude transformed a challenging situation....
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An interview with Ilan Stavans on his newly released anthology, "And We Came Outside and We saw the Stars Again. "...
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November 10, 2020
Facts, Accuracy and Truth
Factual or not, it is a beautiful story...
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Stacey Abrams deserves recognition for the indispensable work she's done for Democracy....
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Listen To The Names Of The Victims First
A video where Brad Hirschfield lists the victims names in the recent Orlando shooting. Because first we need to internalize a tragedy before we jump to speak.
