Could an Orthodox Jew Be Vice President?

Sen. Joseph Lieberman, D-Conn., has been named Al Gore's running mate. Lieberman is a "Shomer Shabbas" Jew—one who doesn't drive, talk on the telephone, or use electric-powered machines on Saturday. Earlier this year, Judith Shulevitz explained whether a Shomer Shabbas Jew could serve as vice president.

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