There’s a side in all of us that wants to believe in a black-and-white, right-and-wrong understanding of certain issues. And there’s also a side in all of us that has to acknowledge how life is often too complicated for simple binary “either or” equations. As the world moves toward greater complexity, those who can embrace diversity are better suited to thrive—which is why we at JOI have long urged the Jewish community to recognize, accept and embrace the many different ways people connect to their Jewish identities. It’s also why we are encouraged when we see others embracing complex Jewish identities, like the makers of a new line of “Mixed-Race Collectible Play Dolls” called “Mixis.”

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