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Our History
Commemorating 30 Years of Spiritual Independence
The World Tribune spoke with the SGI-USA leadership team about Nov. 28 and what we can learn from our spiritual independence. World Tribune: This Nov. 28 marks 30 years since the Nichiren Shoshu priesthood excommunicated the Soka Gakkai. For SGI members around the world, this day is celebrated as a Day of Spiritual Independence and