Tag: Chad
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Avoiding Darfive
Oct 2nd 2009
It is often in the absurd that poignant insights are provided. In his new movie, Brüno, Sacha Baron Cohen’s character responds to a question regarding his social involvement: “Darfur is old news…what about Darfive.” He is commenting on our need to move on to what is fashionable and that human tragedies go in and out ... continue reading »
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Darfuri Refugees’ Letter to President Obama
Sep 22nd 2009
Guereda, Eastern Chad Rosh Hashana 2009 As a rabbi I sit here welcoming in the new year with Darfuri refugees, people of great courage, strength and determination. I am here to celebrate the opportunity of a new year, with people who need not just our prayers but also our actions. I have spent the day ... continue reading »
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A New Year: Is There Hope For The Darfuri People, For Us?
Sep 18th 2009
No one says it…but the uneasy feeling was palpable. I could see the questions in their eyes: Why are you going to spend Rosh Hashanah in Darfuri refugee camps in Eastern Chad? Why would a rabbi welcome the Jewish New Year in a place where there are no Jews? Do you really think going will ... continue reading »
