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moscow diarist
Needing Putin's support, Bush ready to repeal Jackson-Vanik
By Sharon Samber


U.S. and Russian Jewish groups are pleased as a law that helped ensure the emigration of tens of thousands of Soviet Jews appears to be approaching its end.

eat, eat!
Sharing comfort:
Sit-down dinners
By Ethel G. Hofman

A new spirit of community has sprung up in our society. Neighbors, friends and family are coming together --- to chat over a cup of coffee or maybe share a casual meal. It's a way of staying connected and grounded at a time when everyone is emotionally needy. Airing opinions, and expressing concerns, will go a long way in helping all of us to heal.
     Our resident gourmet, the former president of the International Association of Culinary Professionals, whose members include the likes of Julia Child, is back with three menus for would-be hosts .

Gil Thorp



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