The Ruling Authorities
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As Americans race to the polls to make their voices heard, uncertainty about the future hangs in the air. On this episode of TEXTing, Elana Stein Hain and Leora Batnitzky examine three musings from Pirkei Avot on the function of government, and discuss election anxieties, the purpose of governing bodies, and the importance of voting in this crucial election.   Episode Source Sheet   You can now sponsor an episode of TEXTing. Click HERE to learn more.    JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST FOR MORE HARTMAN IDEAS
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