Kleinbaum hasn't specified what she plans to do in retirement, but said she's likely to continue doing social justice work or working in Democratic politics.
Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum heads into retirement after 32 years as a progressive voice for LGBTQ Jews
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"This year, Russia has continued its inexplicable and expanding persecution of Jehovah's Witnesses, with more Witnesses than ever behind bars and facing long prison sentences for the mere practice of their beliefs," Ms. Kleinbaum said.
Jehovah's Witnesses face continued Russian crackdown; 115 in prison
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