Mendel Banon (@MMBanon) profile picture

Inspired by the Rebbe's vision. Bringing a daily moment of meaning to public school children across the country @meaningfulmo

Joined June 2023
Most of my meetings never make it on here. But sitting down with the legend @darrenmarble had to be posted. I love meeting forward thinking and ambitious ppl. And a real Mentsch!
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Great conversation last night with actor and activist Patrick Reynolds. We talked about education, universal values and where America is headed. I left inspired by his passion to make real change. Thank you @dory_benami for the invite!
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Just had a great meeting with Dr. Alex Cherniss, superintendent of Beverly Hills Unified. A tremendous leader who understands what education needs today. It's always refreshing to meet someone who cares this much about the well-being of every one of their students.
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Great talking, and wrapping with @sidrosenberg19 this morning in Dallas. Great way to go into the new year
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A lot of good conversations about @MeaningfulMo at the RNC, and a few Tefillins along the way. Real honor to wrap with @RepFine , who spearheaded the effort for a daily minute of silence in every Florida classroom before he got to Congress.
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Last night, I had the honor of having a midnight conversation with the Premier of NSW @ChrisMinnsMP focused on bringing @MeaningfulMo to Australia. Inspired by his wise leadership and care for the future of NSW. Immensely grateful to Rabbi Ulman for his leadership during this difficult period in Australia and for bringing this meeting together. Ending the year. Opening a new chapter.
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Last night, I had the honor of celebrating the 8th night of Chanukah with @MayorOfLA in Los Angeles. We spoke about the message of Chanukah, the future of this incredible city, and the importance of giving children in Los Angeles a daily "light over darkness moment", a minute of silent reflection at the beginning of the school day to serve as a shining light guiding them throughout their day. Children today are carrying a lot. Pressure, noise, confusion, and constant stimulation. That one minute gives them space to pause, breathe, and reflect on values, meaning, and purpose before the day begins. Seeing the way the Mayor interacted with the children at the event made it clear how deeply she cares about the children who live here and the future of this city.
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It was an honor and a pleasure to pray with @JGreenblattADL by the Rebbe’s Gravesite. We prayed for Israel, the Jewish people, and the United States of America.
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