Purim Is Still Important More Than 2,000 Years After Esther

by Sydney BrownstoneA Jewish synagogue in Capitol Hill was defaced right before the holiday. tomertu/Getty
Today, someone defaced a synagogue in the heart of Capitol Hill, one of the most liberal neighborhoods in one of the most liberal cities in the United States. Ana Sofia wrote about it here. As a sign of solidarity, a neighbor covered up the graffiti with a sign that says, "Love wins." This was a thoughtful and caring gesture, but I am almost too angry to appreciate it.For weeks, I've watche