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The Tree of Life Synagogue Mass Shooting Impacts Pittsburgh Exile

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Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
A woman is comforted by Chaplain Bob Ossler outside the Tree of Life synagogue on Oct. 30.

The pain and sadness of the October mass shooting of Jewish worshippers at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh is still affecting the Steel City.

In this special commentary, WSIU Radio contributor and Pittsburgh native Pete Peterson offers his thoughts on what it was like to grow up there and watch this tragedy play out in his hometown.

Richard "Pete" Peterson is the author of Growing Up With Clemente, a memoir of his early life in Pittsburgh.

As a news producer and news anchor on All Things Considered, Brad provides the listeners with a recap of the day's top local and state news as well as breaking news at any given time. Contact WSIU Radio at 618-453-6101 or email wsiunews@wsiu.org
Richard "Pete" Peterson is the creative force behind WSIU Radio's Reading Baseball Series. Pete's original essays and commentaries are a regular staple for any fan of the game.
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