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P. Diamond
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Counter Point
Our Succos supplement Yiddishe Gelt, about the price of frum life today, drew significant and spirited feedback. Here is a sampling
Mishpacha Readers
Counter Point
"The discrepancy between the rebbeim and teachers’ gifts is definitely not warranted"
Mishpacha Readers
The Conversation Continues
“Would I choose ADHD? Maybe not. But embracing it has brought me so much joy”
Family First Readers
The Conversation Continues
Our readers weigh in on whether we should honor our teens’ requests for therapy
Family First Readers
Fiction Corner
For a fleeting moment, I thought I saw a glint of compunction in her eyes, but if I did, it was gone as soon as it came
Sara Pachter
Fiction Corner
“We’re going to be friends for always. We’ll stay in touch. I’ll be there at your wedding and you’ll be there at mine”
Aryeh Ehrlich
On your Mark
Madeleine Isenberg deciphers old matzeivos and connects people with their ancestors and family history
Shoshana Gross
On your Mark
Shira Fruchter helps people access their past — and use it to move forward
Shoshana Gross
B.A.N.G Gang
"Dobra Baila could definitely splash paint around on a bit of paper. But do you really think anyone’s gonna pay money for the daubings of a kid?"
R. Atkins
B.A.N.G Gang
"I know you: You’re the lads who saved my Tiddles. There’s no way you’re thieves"
R. Atkins
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