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Asian Jewish Americans have a double reason to celebrate their heritage in May

  • Written by Samira Mehta, Associate Professor of Women and Gender Studies & Jewish Studies, University of Colorado Boulder
Asian Jewish Americans have a double reason to celebrate their heritage in MayMay is a reminder of how diverse two American communities are.Cavan Images via Getty Images

May is both Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and Jewish American Heritage Month. Two entirely separate commemorations for two entirely separate communities, right?

Think again. Not only do Asian American Jews exist, but we...

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