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June 21, 2002/Tamuz 11 5762, Vol. 54, No. 40
Letters to the EditorJune 21, 2002
Concerning kashrutEditor:I quote from the article "Concerning kashrut," (Jewish News, June 14): "when Karsh's received its first supervision (it) was the only source that existed for any kind of (kosher) bakery or bread." Karsh's was advised to go the extra mile and be Shabbat observant. Karsh's tried to be closed on Shabbat. When Karsh's presented their case that they were losing 20 percent of their business, their certification was removed just like that, despite the fact that their superior end product remains kosher. Karsh's assured their clientele that they will continue to use kosher products for excellent end results. Karsh's kept their word and they continue to excel in every way possible. Why can't Karsh's get their certification back? The article also speaks about concerns that Albertson's on 16th Street is too close to Segal's. That's not a worry. That's economics. That's called fair competition. Frankly, they should worry more if Segal's decided one day that they have had enough and closed their doors or sold out to someone else. I wonder who would worry more, Albertson's or Segal's, if someone were to open up another kosher grocery store on 16th Street and Bethany Home Road. Would the worry be on its kashrut or economics? Eva Feld Phoenix I second that nomination!Editor:I just read Arthur and Bobby Sheppard's letter to the editor suggesting Ra'anana as the perfect choice for Phoenix's sister. I second that nomination! My family lived in Israel from 1982-1984. We lived in Ra'anana - at first in the Mercaz Klitah (absorption center) and then in our own apartment. I think back often to the beauty of the town with its lush parks and landscape. Back then there was one traffic light, and today it has the feel of a busy suburban town. Doesn't that sound just like Phoenix? Ra'anana and Phoenix, perfect together. Rachel Richter AIPAC Area Director, Arizona and Las Vegas Phoenix The opposite of a boycottEditor:What is the opposite of boycott? I went into my favorite grocery store, Trader Joe's, yesterday and asked for a "feedback/request for item" form. Although they already have some items from Israel on their shelves, I specifically asked that they pursue carrying more products from Israel at this time. I suggest that if at least four out of 20 people reading this article put in a request where they regularly shop, we could make a difference in the produce, dried goods, kosher as well as non-kosher foods they carry. Israeli agriculture and food production, along with the rest of the country's economy has been greatly hurt. Please consider taking a moment to write a note next time you are grocery shopping, wherever you are grocery shopping. We must find additional ways to help support the economy and spirit of Israel in addition to our donations. Linda Enger Phoenix
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