Wake-Up Call
by David A. HarrisIt's time to recognize that Israel is in danger and needs our help. If we Jews aren't going to respond to the call, who will?
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It's time to recognize that Israel is in danger and needs our help. If we Jews aren't going to respond to the call, who will?
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