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57:31
Judaism and Free Speech (57:31)
James Madison said, “Free speech is one of the great bulwarks of liberty”. Americans have been debating its parameters; some say this endangers liberty, others, that it limits hate. Judaism has a history of active debate, but where does Jewish tradition place restrictions? This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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57:36
The Case for Israel (57:36)
The State of Israel is constantly judged in the court of public opinion. A noted attorney representing the Jewish state regularly in the international court system teaches five responses to common claims about our beloved homeland. This lecture was delivered at the 15th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Dr. Moshe Goldfeder (4)
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51:58
Battling for Menorahs in American Courts (51:58)
Attorney Nathan Lewin will review the multi-year history of litigation over menorahs displayed by Chabad in public plazas. From Chabad's victories in the Supreme Court with the Pittsburgh menorah to its victories before the US Court of Appeals in Cincinnati and Atlanta. Mr
Mr. Nathan Lewin (24)
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58:55
Confidentiality in Jewish Law (58:55)
In this “tell- all” age, what becomes of our status as private citizens? Attorneys, doctors, and others are restricted from sharing personal information, but at what social cost? How does Jewish law adjudicate this sticky issue? This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Dr. Yitzchok Breitowitz (71)
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55:22
Will This Supreme Court Revive the Free Exercise of Religion Clause of the First Amendment? (55:22)
During Nathan Lewin’s storied legal career, he has emerged as one of the leading experts in First Amendment Civil Liberties. In this session he will give an overview of the status of the Free Exercise of Religion Clause and the prospects for change. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Mr. Nathan Lewin (24)
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54:50
Goldman v. Weinberger (54:50)
The Supreme Court case of a clinical psychologist in the Air Force who was prohibited from wearing his yarmulke when in uniform: what happened inside and outside the courtroom. This lecture took place at the 12th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Professor Samuel J. Levine (5)