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The Rich History of Jewish Prayer on the Floor of Congress

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Between policy debates and competing political agendas, Congress is not exactly known for being a place of peace, except when members pause for a moment of prayer before each session. Today, Howard Mortman, director for communications at C-SPAN and the author of the book “When Rabbis Bless Congress: The Great American Story of Jewish Prayers on Capitol Hill,” joins the show to discuss the rich tradition and history of prayer—specifically, the prayer of rabbis—on the floor of Congress. We also cover these stories:
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  • New York City Mayor Bill De Blasio says the city should be prepared for another COVID-19 lockdown.
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