Judy Led the Way

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Set in the transformative 1920s, the story follows Judy as she grapples with her father's decision to have her become bat mitzvah and lead services, challenging traditional norms. As the concept of bat mitzvah is just emerging, Judy's journey explores themes of identity, tradition, and the evolving role of women in religious practices, highlighting the tension between longstanding customs and the push for change within the synagogue.