New York

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Asylum Seekers, Go Home

I disagree with your statement that [if treated with greater respect], the asylum seekers in Israel from African countries will act as goodwill ambassadors for Israel (“Racial Tensions Flare Up In Israel,” Editorial, June 8). These asylum seekers are infiltrating Israel via Egypt, prompted by their belief that in Israel they will get economical relief. […]

‘We Are Reclaiming Our Job’

Taking back the task of delivering babies, an all-female EMT group will soon hit the streets in Borough Park. Just don’t call Ruchie Freier a feminist.