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I am wondering where is Rabbi Chaim Rapoport here? What is his position? I do not see his name as one of the signatories.
As the author of a book dealing with this issue which has gotten a good deal of publicity, who has lectured more than once at YCT on the topic, his absence raises questions.
Does he not agree with the statement? It would not be rash to assume that R. Helfgott was influenced by him, since they both have taught at YCT over the past few years.
Oops-wrong post – moving over now..