From raucous street parties in Brooklyn to a somber, costumed rally in Central Park, New Yorkers celebrate the festive Jewish holiday of Purim
Scenes from holiday observances across the city on a sunshiny Sunday.
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Queens College Hillel calls pro-Hitler graffiti a threat to student safety, demands action from administration
The graffiti on buildings around campus included the messages, “You better start hiding, Jews,” and “Hitler, please come back. Teach Jews a lesson."
The Museum of Jewish Heritage seeks to educate more college-age visitors about the Holocaust, starting with a private tour for CUNY students
"This kind of program is really, really important, always, but I think particularly during these days," said CUNY Chancellor Félix Matos Rodríguez.
