Perlman, Mark - 1996 - Tape 6, Side 12

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[T6S12] Respondent discusses impact Judaism has on American civilization; notes reform Judaism stresses social reform, orthodox Judaism has continuity of past and conservative Judaism is superficial observation; mentions Judge Benjamin Cardoza: questions Jewish judgments in his law. Respondent describes position with United Jewish Federation; discusses Montefiore Hospital: wanted to serve on board, meeting with Irwin Goldberg, purpose: to suggest how Jewish hospital should be run, received no response. Respondent provides information on boards where he serves: not easy board member, not interested in Jewish social world.