US Jewish groups mark 7 October anniversary amid growing fractures
US Jewish groups mark 7 October anniversary amid growing fractures
American Jews will commemorate in different ways – reflecting the deep community divisions since the attacksThe Anthem is a concert hall by the waterfront in Washington DC. Upcoming performing acts include Ringo Starr and Vampire Weekend.But on 7 October, it will be where three large mainstream Jewish organizations, pulling from across the city’s Jewish communities, will host an evening of remembrance. Attendees are invited to send in photo reflections – pictures of themselves and their community showing support for Israel – some of which will be shared at the event, an attempt to give the evening a feeling that’s both deeply personal and communal. Continue reading...
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/oct/02/jewish-groups-7-october-anniversary
American Jews will commemorate in different ways – reflecting the deep community divisions since the attacksThe Anthem is a concert hall by the waterfront in Washington DC. Upcoming performing acts include Ringo Starr and Vampire Weekend.But on 7 October, it will be where three large mainstream Jewish organizations, pulling from across the city’s Jewish communities, will host an evening of remembrance. Attendees are invited to send in photo reflections – pictures of themselves and their community showing support for Israel – some of which will be shared at the event, an attempt to give the evening a feeling that’s both deeply personal and communal. Continue reading...
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/oct/02/jewish-groups-7-october-anniversary