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Sunday Platform – Richard Koral: “Ethnicity, Intersectionality, Secularism and Laïcité: Our Identities Under Contrast”

June 27, 2021 @ 11:00 am - 12:15 pm

Can we learn anything from the French struggle to channel ethnicity into a common nationality? The French ideal of laïcité is to expect everyone, whatever one’s origins, to adopt the standard French identity in the public square. Is that repressive? Or, what could possibly be wrong with a baguette?

Dr. Richard L. Koral has been a Leader at the New York Society for Ethical Culture since 2017. Richard holds degrees from New York University and New York Law School, and a Doctor of Ministry in interfaith pastoral counseling from the Hebrew Union College. He is the Leader Consultant to the Social Service Board and numerous committees in the Society. Active with the American Ethical Union, Richard served on its Board as president from 2012 to 2015. He also serves as part-time Leader for the Ethical Humanist Society of Long Island.

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Presider: Kathleen O’Connell

Shared Charity: Fountain House


Sunday Platform is our most important and long-standing community event. These gatherings educate, stimulate personal growth, inspire reflection and action, and strengthen our community. Sunday meetings usually begin with music, followed by greetings and a talk given by a Society Leader, member, or guest.  Platforms cover a variety of topics that reflect current events, pressing social issues, and Ethical Culture philosophy. A collection basket is passed and money is shared between the Society and a charity selected for that day.  While contributions are always appreciated, Sunday meetings are free and open to the public.  Each Sunday meeting is followed by a luncheon and social hour.

To view previous Sunday Platform addresses and interviews, visit the Ethical NYC YouTube channel.

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Date:
June 27, 2021
Time:
11:00 am - 12:15 pm
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