US Jewish groups mark 7 October anniversary amid growing fractures
by Emily Tamkin from US news | The Guardian on (#6R5VK)
American Jews will commemorate in different ways - reflecting the deep community divisions since the attacks
The Anthem is a concert hall by the waterfront in Washington DC. Upcoming performing acts include Ringo Starr and Vampire Weekend.
But on 7 October, it will be where three large mainstream Jewish organizations, pulling from across the city's Jewish communities, will host an evening of remembrance. Attendees are invited to send in photo reflections - pictures of themselves and their community showing support for Israel - some of which will be shared at the event, an attempt to give the evening a feeling that's both deeply personal and communal.
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