The rabbi who led a morning service at Pittsburgh’s Tree of Life synagogue where 11 people were shot dead has urged America’s political leaders to “stop the words of hate” during an emotional vigil speech on Sunday.

Rabbi Jeffrey Myers, who described himself as a victim, survivor and mourner, drew a standing ovation as he told the crowd: “I want to address for a moment some of our political leaders who were here. Ladies and gentlemen it has to start with you as our leaders … Stop the words of hate … If it comes from you, Americans will listen.”

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29 Oct 2018

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