The Common Ground Of Jewish & American Values: Shabbos Kestenbaum

Anything But Traditional

Shabbos Kestenbaum graduated from Harvard’s divinity school this past May, and is now suing Harvard University for failing to protect Jewish students from antisemitism.

This past Wednesday night, Shabbos addressed the Republican National Convention.

Today, we hear the story of his past, present, and future.

From Yeshivat Noam to Harvard Divinity School, he shares his evolving political ideologies, and emphasizes the importance of fighting for Jewish and American values, both domestically and abroad with his goal of greater unity and support for Jewish causes.

Listen now.

00:00 - Introduction

01:57 - Early Life and Family

04:26 - Educational Journey and Harvard Experience

07:36 - Political Views and Ideologies

08:16 - Experiences in Poland and Jewish Education

19:30 - Reflections on American and Israeli Jewish Communities

24:11 - Future Plans and Final Thoughts

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