t • Knocked Off Track is ost of the Jewish world focused its attention this week on the summit meeting between Ehud Barak, Yasser Arafat and Bill Clinton at Camp David. But half a world away, another Jewish drama is being played out — in Russia. JONATHAN After the collapse of commu- FRIENDLY National Editor nism, Jewish life there has begun to revive, with shuls opening and an array of social services providing a supportive community; particularly for the elderly. Despite the emigration to Israel and the United States of one-million Russian Jews who were finally free to leave, an almost equal number remain. But two recent developments are raising fears that the flower could be nipped in the bud. The election campaign that elevated Vladimir Putin to the presidency included recurring incidents of anti- semitism. Last month, the nation's most visible Jew, billionaire media magnate Vladimir Goussinsky, was jailed for three days on vague charges of shady dealing. As an added complica- tion, the community itself appeared divided after the Chabad movement named a rival for the title of chief rabbi of Russia. Our cover story this week, which begins on page 6, takes a close look at the major figures and issues for the world's third-largest Jewish community. A Michigan Press Association Newspaper of the Year Editorials 37 Why We Should Worry Without U.S. concern, Russian Jews July 14, 2000 Tammuz 11, 5760 Vol. CXVII, No. 22 DEPARTMENTS Community 43 Making A Difference La Difference expands menu, plans carryout to grow customer base. Spirituality 63 Coming Out A gay rabbi grapples with Torah's "gray areas." a tertainment rts 80 History Lesson TNT miniseries chronicles the Nuremberg trials. Living Well DMC breaks ground on cancer-treatment center. Broken Trust? o art of our mission is to mirror the heritage, lifestyle, interests and needs of the Detroit Jewish commu- nity. We do that by presenting news, information and insight that educates, informs, entertains, inspires, rouses and provokes. Often, the toughest decision newsroom editors have to make is how tpresent a story that may be con- strued as negative toward an individual or a group. It often boils down to the public's right to know versus the impact on the individual or group. In our decision making, we weigh what's fact and what's rumor, as well as newsworthiness and the repercussions. ROBERT A. As journalists, it's our responsibility to report news, not ignore it. We strive to respect what readers expect SKLAR to see in the pages of the Jewish News, but there are limits to what we'll print. Editor A New York _Times media reporter piqued my interest last Friday. She said she was writing about the New York Jewish Week's recent detailed account of abuse allegations facing the National Conference of Synagogue Youth's director of regions. The day after the story broke on June 22, the Orthodox Union, which oversees the NCSY, accepted Rabbi Baruch Lanner's resignation. Staff Writer Shelli Liebman Dorfman, under Story Development Editor Keri Guten Cohen, reports on local reaction to his resignation, and the circumstances surrounding it, beginning on page 14. There is much that is good and uplifting in our community, and we relish reporting such stories. But as a responsible, respon- sive community member working to strengthen Jewish unity and continuity, we're also entrusted to delve into trouble spots that have a pervasive influence on our community. Amid that backdrop, it's our intent to always frame tension and conflict with sensitivity and balance, in hopes of allowing the community to learn from the controversy, grow and move forward. Shabbat Shalom! JN www.d.etroitjewishnews.com face return to sad chapter of history. 97 Cancer Fighter p DETROIT JEWISH NEWS Alefbet'clia ..... 5 Anniversaries .... 60 AppleTree 105 Births 57 Calendar . ..... . . 55 Carla Schwartz 104 Community ..... 43 Crossword 79 ... Answer ..... 129 Cyber Spot 83 Dannyltaskin .... 90 Editorials .' 37 Engagements 59 Finance 70 For Openers ..... 5 Health 97 Insight 35 Marketplace ..... 108 Obituaries ...... 136 Out & About ..... 74 Spirituality 63 Sports ......... 102 Staff Notebook . . . . 20 The Scene 102 Torah Portion .... 68 Weddings'. • . . • • . . 60 Candlelighting Friday, July 14 8:51 p.m. Shabbat ends Saturday, July 15 10:00 p.m. Cover: AP Photo of Vladimir Goussinsky Page design, Debbie Schultz ©COPYRIGHT 2000 DETROIT JEWISH NEWS The Detroit Jewish News (USPS 275-520) is published every Friday with additional supple- ments in January, March, May, August, November and December at 27676 Franklin Road, Southfield, Michigan. Periodical Postage Paid at South- field, Michigan and additional mailing offices. Postmaster: send changes to: Detroit Jewish News, 27676 Franklin Road, South- field, Michigan 48034. WV' 7/14 2000