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Pulitzer Prize-winning author who signed letter calling for ceasefire in Gaza has event moved from Houston synagogue

Posted on · It was the second time in less than two weeks that a Jewish organization scrapped an event featuring Viet Thanh Nguyen, who was among 750 artists and writers in North America and Europe who signed an open letter that expressed criticism of Israel.

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The week in politics (Oct. 25, 2023)

Posted on · On Wednesday's show: From the House Speaker saga, to local election developments, to why the Lieutenant Governor is spending campaign funds on Israeli bonds, we seek context and clarity in our weekly political roundup.