Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-22) today released the following statement on Hanukkah, which begins tonight at sundown:

“Jewish families across South Florida and the world will gather together to celebrate eight nights of Hanukkah, when we recall the powerful story of the Maccabees who liberated the Jewish people from persecution and rededicated the holy Temple. During this Jewish Festival of Lights, we celebrate miracles and appreciate the blessings in our lives, while keeping in mind all those still suffering at the hands of oppression. Wishing all a Hanukkah sameach, happy hanukkah.”

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