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\"Hamantashen\"The month of Adar is a period of celebration on the Jewish calendar, culminating in the celebration of Purim.<\/p>\n

The consumption of alcohol on Purim is just one of the many ways we celebrate the great miracle that took place in the time of Queen Esther \u2013 the story we read about in the megillah.<\/p>\n

However, it seems that a percentage of people each year are putting themselves and others at risk by consuming too much alcohol, serving those who should not be served, and getting behind the wheel of a car when they are in no condition to do so.<\/p>\n

We are all for maintaining Purim as the great day of celebration it is, but we feel that includes keeping as many people as safe as possible.<\/p>\n

This year, the OU is asking all to \u201cpledge\u201d not to over-consume alcohol, serve alcohol to minors or those who are intoxicated and, perhaps most importantly, not to drink and drive. Won\u2019t you join our efforts to ensure a safer Purim in 5778?<\/p>\n

Best wishes for a Chag Purim sameach!<\/p>\n

After you take the pledge be sure to have your friends and family join the cause. Share this page on Facebook<\/a> and Twitter<\/a> – use the hashtag #purimpledge.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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