A controversy arose in Virginia over the cancellation of a menorah lighting event, sparking rebuke from the governor and criticism of the festival organizer. The cancellation led to accusations of antisemitism, with public figures expressing outrage and concern. As Hanukkah approaches, various events and celebrations are being organized across different regions, with the holiday taking on added significance amidst global turmoil for the Jewish community.
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Tomorrow: Join Miami Beach Mayor Steven Meiner and City Commissioners as they light the menorah on Thursday, Dec. 7 at 4 p.m. to mark the start of the Jewish celebration of Hanukkah. The event will take place outside Miami Beach City Hall at 1700 Convention Center Drive. https://t.co/yz9BnLKGz5
Tomorrow, the holiday of Hanukkah begins, celebrated as the Festival of Lights. I've already received my miracles and gifts with the return of my beautiful daughters, Dafna and Ela. As Hanukkah approaches, I pray for more miracles and for the release of all hostages. It's been… https://t.co/cumx7HrwSB https://t.co/ZttmXA5Zba
As Hanukkah begins tomorrow night, we invite you to join us #InTheirLight. With each candle, we'll be honoring 8 stories of extraordinary courage from October 7. Let's illuminate bravery in darkness, together. Discover their stories: https://t.co/VKY2NoQSHX https://t.co/CXfWqKFwlK
See it: The world's largest menorah returned to its annual home on Fifth Avenue this morning ahead of Hanukkah. https://t.co/wOl2MMtvcq
Israel will soon celebrate Hanukkah - the holiday commemorating the victory of light over darkness thousands of years ago in Judea. Throughout history, the Jewish people fought different enemies under different names. We always emerged victorious. @JlemDateline https://t.co/I4lsSmBUlS
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When I say we are shining our light onto a very dark world, I don’t only mean it figuratively. Hanukah is upon us and it is the holiday of lights. It is the holiday of miracles. It is the holiday of survival. Of victory. And this soldier heading to Gaza knows what’s up! 🕎 https://t.co/bMT3htS22e
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Public square Christmas tree lightings and Menorah lightings are being canceled across America to appease pro-Palestinian protesters. They can't control the Hamas-enthusiasts so they tell the Jews and the Christians to stay home. https://t.co/YRWRiqUU12
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A back-and-forth between a rabbi and the organizer of a local arts and culture festival in Williamsburg, Virginia over a proposed menorah lighting spilled into public view over the weekend, igniting accusations of antisemitism. https://t.co/U7CoDvjT3e
Glenn Youngkin blasts Virginia arts festival canceling Hanukkah celebration: 'Absurd and antisemitic' https://t.co/NYMFjXmcU9
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Dust-up over Virginia menorah lighting event spirals out of control. https://t.co/e2aBcnTZhl