An op-ed by Ezra Friedlander contrasts last night's White House reception of many Jews at the opening of Jewish Heritage month with the White House reception of 400 Rabbis who marched to Washington on October 6, 1943.
But for me, yesterday’s event signified something more. In 1943, Jews were considered persona non grata at the White House. Fast forward to the present, and the Jewish community is celebrated for our everlasting contributions and accomplishments.
We should be thankful for the reception given last evening which stood in stark contrast to that of 1943.
Read full article: http://www.vosizneias.com/83942/2011/05/18/new-york-op-ed-thank-you-mr-president-an-important-milestone-and-message
In the remarks made by President Obama, he said, "I want to thank the Maccabeats for their outstanding performance. They just did an outstanding number for me. It was very brief. It said, four more years. It was good . I really liked it."
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