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News in English (USA) / 11.05.2026 / 16:00

Tributes Pour In for Abe Foxman, Influential Leader of the Anti-Defamation League

Abe Foxman, the longstanding director of the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) and a prominent advocate for American Jews, has passed away at the age of 86. Foxman, a Holocaust survivor, was known for his relentless fight against antisemitism and his transformative impact on Jewish public life in America. Many have described him as a warrior against hate, with his leadership termed as aspirational by peers. The Auschwitz Jewish Center Foundation and Jewish Federations have expressed deep sorrow over his passing, commemorating his decades of commitment to building a world without hate. Foxman is remembered not only as a fierce advocate for Jewish rights but also as a personal figure who resonated with many throughout his career.
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