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  • Magen David is a symbol of resilience and pride

    Selma Spinner, First Person|Sep 13, 2024

    (JTA) — I grew up in Berlin, escaped terror in Israel and was called ‘disgusting Jew’ in New York. Where can I feel safe? As a high school student in Berlin during Israel’s 2021 war in Gaza, with anti-Israel protests sweeping the city, I made a promise to myself: I would wear my Star of David necklace proudly, never hiding who I am, no matter what. It took three years and a move back to New York City before I had to reconsider that decision. I was returning home from an empowering three days at...