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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
“For years, we’ve pushed government officials to approach antisemitism with this kind of rigor,” said Bend the Arc CEO Jamie Beran. "This is exactly what it looks like when a leader listens.” Read our full statement on @mayor.nyc.gov's new antisemitism report.
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Bend the Arc Welcomes Mayor Mamdani’s Antisemitism Report
“Jewish safety has always been bound up with the safety of our neighbors"
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Thank you @mayor.nyc.gov for listening and responding to our Jewish community’s concerns and working on tangible solutions that combat antisemitism — and make all of us safer.
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
“For years, we’ve pushed government officials to approach antisemitism with this kind of rigor,” said Bend the Arc CEO Jamie Beran. "This is exactly what it looks like when a leader listens.” Read our full statement on @mayor.nyc.gov's new antisemitism report.
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Bend the Arc Welcomes Mayor Mamdani’s Antisemitism Report
“Jewish safety has always been bound up with the safety of our neighbors"
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Thank you @mayor.nyc.gov for listening and responding to our Jewish community’s concerns and working on tangible solutions that combat antisemitism — and make all of us safer.
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Statement by Bend the Arc CEO Jamie Beran: "Earlier this year, in an effort to truly confront antisemitism, the American Psychological Association (APA) correctly updated its ‘Resolution on Antisemitism’ to remove suggestions that criticizing the state of Israel was inherently antisemitic." 🧵
Greenblatt: For more than a year, we and other Jewish organizations told the APA's leadership exactly what needed to change, and they failed to act. A federal advisory committee has now confirmed what Jewish psychologists have been saying all along: antisemitism within this organization is pervasive.

An accreditor cannot credibly set standards for an entire profession while failing to uphold them within its own walls. This suspension should be a turning point, not another headline the APA waits out.

ADL: We commend the 
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's National Advisory Committee on Institutional Quality and Integrity for recommending the suspension of the APA's accrediting authority on grounds that include the agency’s failure to address a pervasive culture of antisemitism.

ADL has spent more than a year pressing the APA to confront this crisis and has documented a hostile climate for Jewish and Israeli psychologists within the APA.
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
The critical Senate race in Michigan has reflected painful divisions in our diverse Jewish community. But hundreds of Jews in Michigan are pledging support for Abdul El-Sayed — even when there is sometimes disagreement. Read about Michigan Jews for Democracy: www.bendthearc.us/michigan_jew...
"Michigan Jews are pledging support for Abdul El-Sayed. Hundreds (and counting!) signed a letter affirming El-Sayed as the best choice for the Senate and  our democracy — even when there is disagreement." Photo of Abdul El-Sayed
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Another sickening hostage situation — the Trump administration threatening hospitals with lofty fines and demands for trans kids' records unless the hospitals end youth gender affirming care. Unfortunately, many hospitals have struck deals to do just that. Shame.
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
The critical Senate race in Michigan has reflected painful divisions in our diverse Jewish community. But hundreds of Jews in Michigan are pledging support for Abdul El-Sayed — even when there is sometimes disagreement. Read about Michigan Jews for Democracy: www.bendthearc.us/michigan_jew...
"Michigan Jews are pledging support for Abdul El-Sayed. Hundreds (and counting!) signed a letter affirming El-Sayed as the best choice for the Senate and  our democracy — even when there is disagreement." Photo of Abdul El-Sayed
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
American Muslim and Jewish communities have experienced threats and violence at our mosques and synagogues. Our government must protect everyone's safety wherever they pray. But we must not do that by weakening other constitutional freedoms. Read our statement with Muslim Public Affairs Council:
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The Muslim Public Affairs Council and Bend the Arc: Jewish Action Raise Concerns with S. 5289, the Right to Worship Act
Protecting religious freedom should strengthen our First Amendment protections, not place other fundamental rights at risk.
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Authoritarians aim to fracture our communities to consolidate their power. They create conditions that make it hard to fulfill our commitment to each other. They want us to make mistakes, harm our neighbors, and stay divided. Yom Kippur, which begins Sunday night, helps us stay together. 🧵
Authoritarians want to keep us hurting and divided. Here’s how Yom Kippur helps us stay together...
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
A message to Robert Kraft — Whether or not you agree with him, suppressing Macklemore's freedom of speech does NOT fight antisemitism. Particularly when he has made clear his commitment to safety for all people. Your actions fuel antisemitism, twisting its definition to fit your own agenda.
Parody sports trade graphic, featuring photo of Robert Kraft, reads: ROBERT KRAFT TRADED FREEDOM OF SPEECH IN EXCHANGE FOR FALSE PROMISES OF JEWISH SAFETY (NOT FIGHTING ANTISEMITISM AT ALL)
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Trump is desperate. The only way his movement can win is to break the rules and target our elections. But we will fight harder than ever to protect them. Join Bend the Arc's Jews for Election Protection campaign: www.alhands2026.org 🪬
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
A message to Robert Kraft — Whether or not you agree with him, suppressing Macklemore's freedom of speech does NOT fight antisemitism. Particularly when he has made clear his commitment to safety for all people. Your actions fuel antisemitism, twisting its definition to fit your own agenda.
Parody sports trade graphic, featuring photo of Robert Kraft, reads: ROBERT KRAFT TRADED FREEDOM OF SPEECH IN EXCHANGE FOR FALSE PROMISES OF JEWISH SAFETY (NOT FIGHTING ANTISEMITISM AT ALL)
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
ICYMI: Read Eli's essential reflection on Rosh Hashanah and 9/11.
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The Workers Circle @workerscircle.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Join us, @bendthearc.bsky.social, and @ctr4cmnground.bsky.social to call Black voters across the country with crucial voting information before the midterm elections on November 3. www.circle.org/events/gener...
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Rosh Hashanah begins this evening as we mark the anniversary of September 11. We must not treat these as separate events. Read a new reflection from our director of advocacy and political affairs, Eli Williams-Szenes.
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Rosh Hashanah and 9/11: Opening the Book of Life on the Day the Towers Fell
New from @jewishaction: An op-ed from Eli Williams-Szenes on Rosh Hashanah and 9/11: Opening the Book of Life on the Day the Towers Fell
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Shana Tova! Tomorrow night, Jews around the world begin Rosh Hashanah celebrations and welcome the new year, 5787. During this time of teshuva, or repair and growth, we reach for each other — because there is no repair or growth without our relationships. We ask for forgiveness, and we forgive. 1/
Text reads: "Shana Tova!" There is a photo of two figures blowing shofars, wearing talit. There is also an illustration of a hamsa, and the background is hamsas.
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Dayenu: A Jewish Call to Climate Action @joindayenu.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
THIS IS OUR SHOT. Let's flood the polls and usher in new leadership that is not beholden to the fossil fuel industry and billionaires. Join our great kickoff event for this year’s Chutzpah campaign! SIGN UP: shorturl.at/p1FIM
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The Nexus Project @nexusproject.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
The calls for Mayor Mamdani to sit out the 25th anniversary 9/11 memorial are thoughtless, disrespectful, and in many cases Islamophobic. 🧵
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Allison Good @allisonwgood.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
I love this and hope synagogues will promote it at HH services
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Bend the Arc: A Jewish Partnership for Justice has launched its new election season campaign, where Jews and allies join together to defend our democracy under our shared symbol of protection: the hamsa. 🪬 Read more below, and join the campaign at www.allhands2026.org
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LAUNCHING All Hands: Jews for Election Protection
Join Jews and allies to protect our elections
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Bend the Arc: A Jewish Partnership for Justice has launched its new election season campaign, where Jews and allies join together to defend our democracy under our shared symbol of protection: the hamsa. 🪬 Read more below, and join the campaign at www.allhands2026.org
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LAUNCHING All Hands: Jews for Election Protection
Join Jews and allies to protect our elections
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
🤣🤣🤣 Ok, pack it up.
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
🤣🤣🤣 Ok, pack it up.
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
May her memory be for a blessing. Gloria Steinem 1934-2026
Picture of Gloria Steinem. Text reads:
"Gloria Steinem 1934-2026"
There is a quotation below: "“None of us can be liberated if other groups are not.”
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
This anti-Muslim bigotry isn’t just shameful, hurtful, and gross. It’s an electoral strategy to scapegoat, spread fear, and divide us from rising in solidarity to defeat their fascist movement. Vance spent a whole speech inviting Jews to join in. But we aren't taking the bait.
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JD Vance Called Michigan Senate Candidate Abdul El-Sayed ‘Evil’ in Speech (Gift Article)
Vice President JD Vance also told Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, Michigan’s Democratic Senate nominee, to “keep my wife’s name the hell out of your mouth.”
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
This anti-Muslim bigotry isn’t just shameful, hurtful, and gross. It’s an electoral strategy to scapegoat, spread fear, and divide us from rising in solidarity to defeat their fascist movement. Vance spent a whole speech inviting Jews to join in. But we aren't taking the bait.
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JD Vance Called Michigan Senate Candidate Abdul El-Sayed ‘Evil’ in Speech (Gift Article)
Vice President JD Vance also told Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, Michigan’s Democratic Senate nominee, to “keep my wife’s name the hell out of your mouth.”
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
💔 May his memory be a blessing. Trump's cruel immigration policies are directly responsible for this young man's death. We must keep fighting in solidarity with all those hurting and living in fear when they should be welcomed and supported. Permanent protections and a pathway to citizenship NOW.
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
This case checks so many boxes on Trump's fascist bingo card: ☑️ Flagrantly weaponizing the DOJ ☑️ Vindictively attacking political opponents ☑️ Blatantly attempting to remove oversight ☑️ Cruelly intimidating those holding ICE accountable We continue to stand with @replamonica.bsky.social. ✊
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Judge Rejects Plea to Toss Federal Charges Against Rep. LaMonica McIver
An appeals panel ruled against Representative LaMonica McIver, who is accused by the Justice Department of assaulting immigration agents outside a migrant detention center in New Jersey.
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Trump's antisemitism investigations at colleges were indeed smokescreens, using the false guise of "Jewish safety" to attack opponents and move a dangerous agenda. A whistleblower has now confirmed this. Antisemitism is real. But American Jews will NOT be used to support authoritarianism.
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Trump's antisemitism investigations at colleges were indeed smokescreens, using the false guise of "Jewish safety" to attack opponents and move a dangerous agenda. A whistleblower has now confirmed this. Antisemitism is real. But American Jews will NOT be used to support authoritarianism.
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
Our hearts break for the Central Synagogue community in Manhattan after Friday night’s attack. Shabbat is the day we are commanded to pause and peacefully gather together in worship. The peace was shattered, but the worship boldly continued. 🧵
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Antisemitism is a serious problem. But Trump's smokescreen antisemitism — using accusations of antisemitism as a pretext to attack opponents, schools, freedom of speech, and our democracy — is a cynical, intentional strategy. Luckily, we see through the smokescreen every day. This is a win. 🧵
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Antisemitism is a serious problem. But Trump's smokescreen antisemitism — using accusations of antisemitism as a pretext to attack opponents, schools, freedom of speech, and our democracy — is a cynical, intentional strategy. Luckily, we see through the smokescreen every day. This is a win. 🧵
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
$20 MILLION worth of electric shock gloves? That is what ICE has decided to do with our taxpayer dollars. More money spent to harm our immigrant neighbors and anyone who gets in ICE's way. More money that isn't being spent to make our lives safer and more affordable. www.bbc.com/news/article...
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ICE equipping agents with gloves that deliver electric shocks
The US immigration agency is spending $20m on gloves that deliver a sharp electric shock intended to compel subjects to comply.
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Mazel tov to @peggyflanagan.bsky.social on her victory in the Minnesota Senate primary! Peggy is a bold progressive leader who is beloved by activists for her work pursuing justice and fighting bigotry. Bend the Arc is so proud to have endorsed her. ✏️ Sign our Mazel Tov card for Peggy below!
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Add Your Name: Mazel Tov, Peggy Flanagan!
When she wins in November, Peggy will be the first Native American woman elected to the US Senate
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
In case you missed it — Watch the powerful new video about why we must protect our elections, featuring the legendary Heather Booth. As we look toward November, Heather's story is an reminder of the urgency of this moment and an inspiration for what we can achieve when we organize with love. ❤️
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Jeremy Schwartz @ravjeremy.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
A good Jewish message remembering and looking forward.
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Jon-Christopher Bua @jcbua.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Please Listen To My Dear Friend @heatherbooth.bsky.social She Speaks The Truth!
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
In case you missed it — Watch the powerful new video about why we must protect our elections, featuring the legendary Heather Booth. As we look toward November, Heather's story is an reminder of the urgency of this moment and an inspiration for what we can achieve when we organize with love. ❤️
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🔯🏳️‍🌈Stay Woke - Tikkun Olam @yesodshalom.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Powerful!
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The Workers Circle @workerscircle.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
On the 61st anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, organizer Heather Booth reminds us that democracy is something we build together. "When we organize with love at the center, we can win." #VotingRightsAct #DemandDemocracy #HeatherBooth
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Dayenu: A Jewish Call to Climate Action @joindayenu.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Wow, we can learn a lot about how to lead with love and win. What an ICON. Watch 👇
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
"What I learned in the Civil Rights Movement" 📺 Watch legendary Jewish organizer and activist Heather Booth share her story of organizing for the right to vote in Mississippi in 1964. Today, on the 61st anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, our fight continues. 🧵
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
"Michigan Jews are feeling the ground shifting beneath us. Moving into the general election, when the stakes are so high, I would like to refocus the conversation on our shared values." Read this excellent piece from our friend, Rabbi Alana Alpert in Michigan.
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In the Michigan Senate race, Jews should (and will) vote for democracy
Abdul El-Sayed’s nomination is a chance to refocus on core values for our faith: fairness, truth and peace
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Mazel tov to Abdul El-Sayed on winning the Michigan primary! We’re proud to share his progressive vision for a country where all can thrive and afford healthcare. If he wins the general in November, he will break ground as our country’s first-ever Muslim senator.
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Jeff Jachens @jeffjwarwick.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Worth two minutes to read 👀
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
"Michigan Jews are feeling the ground shifting beneath us. Moving into the general election, when the stakes are so high, I would like to refocus the conversation on our shared values." Read this excellent piece from our friend, Rabbi Alana Alpert in Michigan.
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In the Michigan Senate race, Jews should (and will) vote for democracy
Abdul El-Sayed’s nomination is a chance to refocus on core values for our faith: fairness, truth and peace
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Mazel tov to Abdul El-Sayed. 🗳️ And sign up for a Jews for Election Protection phonebank shift this Sunday, August 9 or Tuesday, August 11. Recruiting poll workers might not be top of mind when you’re thinking about how to stop Trump’s desperate attempts at election interference. More info below:
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Mazel tov to Abdul El-Sayed!
New from @jewishaction: Mazel tov to Abdul El-Sayed! Help us keep up this momentum by joining an election protection phonebank.
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Bend the Arc: Jewish Action @bendthearc.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Mazel tov to Abdul El-Sayed on winning the Michigan primary! We’re proud to share his progressive vision for a country where all can thrive and afford healthcare. If he wins the general in November, he will break ground as our country’s first-ever Muslim senator.
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