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A Cohen is present, but Yisraelim need aliyot

The Rav Name:

We have a Cohen in our shul who won’t agree to give up on his honour to be called up first to the Torah (even when there’s a special occasion like a Bar Mitzva, etc.)

What can I do in such a situation? Must I give him an aliya or can I just call up someone else?

Thanks.

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