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Many in the community know Rabbi Leah Novick, perhaps because she is ready to communicate with everyone who approaches her. This mother of four was ordained as rabbi in 1987.
Jews residing in Los Angeles are struggling to decide how they want to celebrate Hanukkah this year, expressing concern that decorations on their homes may invite reaction from antisemites.
Some Los Angeles-based Jews said they fear being targeted and harassed because of their faith and will not engage in Hanukkah home decorating this year.
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