Anti-semitism not pervasive in Ukraine
Odessa's Jewish leader Avram Wolff says graffiti blaming Right Sector in early April was denied by the group and erased with militiamen. He notes Odessa's 40,000 Jews and three synagogues, and argues anti-Semitism exists but is not unique to Ukraine.
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Jewish life in Ukraine reshapes views on antisemitism
Trudy Rubin reports Ukraine shows Jews in high government roles and vibrant community life despite past pogroms. She notes Volodymyr Groysman and Ihor Kolomoisky among Jewish descent leaders, while lamenting lingering Russian propaganda and historical scars. In Odessa, nightlife echoes Brooklyn as Jews and non Jews celebrate Hava Nagila.
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Almanac highlights for today and notable birthdays
Today marks the 153rd day of 2014 and the 75th day of spring. Notable birthdays include Marquis de Sade Thomas Hardy Edward Elgar Johnny Weissmuller Charlie Watts Marvin Hamlisch Dennis Haysbert Wayne Brady Zachary Quinto Dominic Cooper Fabrizio Moretti. The White House has hosted 21 weddings nine for presidential children. Babe Ruth retired in 1935. The Hardy quote notes beauty in ugliness. The 1920 American Indian population was 336 337 per the census. Moon phase spans from May 28 to June 5.
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Tillis Highlighting Hagan Obamacare Promises in NC Senate Bid
Thom Tillis dwells on Kay Hagan’s ObamaCare claims as he campaigns in North Carolina to join a Republican Senate majority. He argues the plan leads to government run care and cites Obama’s visit and Hagan’s stance while noting NC gains in jobs and business climate under Republican control.
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Coffee Conundrum Sparks Dinner Debate
A couple argues over whether a server should ask if they want coffee in a faux Italian restaurant. The diners recall politeness, service cues, and a playful exchange about the bill and coffee, with a humorous nod to Seinfeld. D L Stewart signs off inviting readers to weigh in.
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