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American Jewish Committee Applauds Ben & Jerry's U.S. Franchisees Letter of Concerns

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
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They cannot, however, do that at our expense," the franchisees write in their letter to top Ben & Jerry's executives, explaining the decision's harmful impact on them personally and their businesses.

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  • They cannot, however, do that at our expense," the franchisees write in their letter to top Ben & Jerry's executives, explaining the decision's harmful impact on them personally and their businesses.
  • The franchisees who signed the letter operate 30 Ben & Jerry's stores with a total revenue of $23.3 million, and have a cumulative 250 years of partnership with the company.
  • They had approached American Jewish Committee (AJC), the global Jewish advocacy organization, for assistance with preparing the letter sent today to Ben & Jerry's CEO, Director of Social Mission, Director of Global Retail Operations, and Head of U.S. Retail and Global Strategy.
  • AJC Chief Legal Officer Marc D. Stern praised the franchisees for their honesty and passion in directly communicating their concerns.

AJC Applauds Appointment of Rashad Hussain to Head Office of International Religious Freedom

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Friday, July 30, 2021
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NEW YORK, July 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- American Jewish Committee (AJC) praised the Biden Administration for appointing today Rashad Hussain as United States Ambassador at-Large for International Religious Freedom.

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  • NEW YORK, July 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- American Jewish Committee (AJC) praised the Biden Administration for appointing today Rashad Hussain as United States Ambassador at-Large for International Religious Freedom.
  • "Rashad Hussain is an impressive advocate of freedom of religion or belief in challenging diplomatic contexts," said AJC CEO David Harris.
  • Hussain served as U.S. Special Envoy to the Organization of Islamic Cooperation under President Obama.
  • The Office of International Religious Freedom in the U.S. Department of State was created by the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998.

Joe Scantlebury Named as Next CEO of Living Cities

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021
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I look forward to working closely with Joe and charting the next chapter of Living Cities' work."

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  • I look forward to working closely with Joe and charting the next chapter of Living Cities' work."
  • "After five years serving on our board, it is the honor of a lifetime to lead Living Cities as the next CEO.
  • "I am truly fortunate to be joining Living Cities following Ben Hecht's incredible leadership over the last decade and half," Scantlebury said.
  • Scantlebury added: "The mission of Living Cities is deeply tied to my lifelong work advocating on behalf of the country's most vulnerable.

AJC Statement on Dilawar Syed Nomination to be SBA Deputy Administrator

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021
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However, accusations around Dilawar Syed's nomination based on his national origin or involvement in a Muslim advocacy organization are so base and unamerican that AJC is compelled to speak out.

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  • However, accusations around Dilawar Syed's nomination based on his national origin or involvement in a Muslim advocacy organization are so base and unamerican that AJC is compelled to speak out.
  • Syed has been an active partner of the San Francisco Jewish community, including taking part in a program for the national Muslim-Jewish Advisory Council, co-convened by AJC.
  • In a question for the committee record, Syed stated, "Let me unequivocally state that I do not support BDS.
  • Syed is also being attacked for his involvement with Emgage, an organization with which AJC has made common cause on a number of shared policy issues.

French President Macron Confronts Antisemitism in Address to AJC Global Forum

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Wednesday, June 9, 2021
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PARIS, June 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --French President Emmanuel Macron, in an historic address to the American Jewish Committee (AJC) Virtual Global Forum, reaffirmed his commitments to combat antisemitism, strengthen France's relations with Israel and the United States, and ensure that Iran's ballistic missile and regional activities are addressed in any agreement.

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  • PARIS, June 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --French President Emmanuel Macron, in an historic address to the American Jewish Committee (AJC) Virtual Global Forum, reaffirmed his commitments to combat antisemitism, strengthen France's relations with Israel and the United States, and ensure that Iran's ballistic missile and regional activities are addressed in any agreement.
  • It was Macron's first address to an American Jewish organization since his election as president four years ago.
  • "Antisemitism is, as it always has been, an unacceptable, unjustifiable menace, in the face of which we must relentlessly mobilize all our energies," said Macron.
  • The president praised the AJC Paris office, initially set up after World War II, and today directed by Anne-Sophie Sebban-Bcache.

AJC to Publish Landmark Book on Judaism for Muslims in Arabic, Other Languages

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Monday, June 7, 2021
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"AJC has long been a pioneer incultivating closer ties between Jews and Muslims, building partnerships in the Arab world, South Asia, Africa and beyond," said AJC CEODavid Harris.

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  • "AJC has long been a pioneer incultivating closer ties between Jews and Muslims, building partnerships in the Arab world, South Asia, Africa and beyond," said AJC CEODavid Harris.
  • AJC made the announcement today to a worldwide audience participating in the AJC 2021 Virtual Global Forum.
  • "We see a growing desire across the Muslim world for in-depth knowledge about Judaism and the Jewish people," Harris added.
  • Updating the book, publishing it in several languages, and widely distributing it is the latest AJC initiative to foster understanding in the Muslim world about Judaism and the Jewish people.

American Jewish Committee Congratulates Israeli President-elect Isaac Herzog

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021
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NEW YORK, June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --American Jewish Committee (AJC) congratulates Isaac Herzog on his election today as the 11thPresident of the State of Israel.

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  • NEW YORK, June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --American Jewish Committee (AJC) congratulates Isaac Herzog on his election today as the 11thPresident of the State of Israel.
  • "He brings enormous assets to the position, including an unusually deep understanding of world Jewry, including the American Jewish community.
  • AJC has cooperated with Herzog for decades, most recently as chairman of the Jewish Agency and, previously, in his political life.
  • AJC, the global Jewish advocacy organization, was the first American Jewish organization, in 1961, to establish a full-time office in Israel.

Claims Conference Statement On Passing Of Auschwitz Survivor Roman Kent, Leading Voice In Compensation For Jewish Holocaust Survivors

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Friday, May 21, 2021
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b'NEW YORK, May 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany (Claims Conference) mourns the loss of Roman Kent, a leading voice among Holocaust survivors who negotiated billions of dollars in compensation for Jewish Holocaust survivors from the German government.

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  • b'NEW YORK, May 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany (Claims Conference) mourns the loss of Roman Kent, a leading voice among Holocaust survivors who negotiated billions of dollars in compensation for Jewish Holocaust survivors from the German government.
  • Roman and his brother Leon were liberated by the U.S. army in 1945 while on a death march to Dachau.
  • His adult life was dedicated to Jewish philanthropy and advocacy, serving as a voice for those murdered in the Shoah.\n"As Chairman of the American Gathering of Jewish Holocaust Survivors, Roman was a long-time board member and Co-Chair of the Claims Conference negotiating committee," said Gideon Taylor, President of the Claims Conference.
  • Roman was not just my colleague in seeking justice for Holocaust survivors, he was my friend and my inspiration.

American Jewish Committee, U.S. Conference of Mayors Campaign Against Antisemitism

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Tuesday, March 30, 2021
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NEW YORK, March 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --American Jewish Committee (AJC) and The U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) announced today that more than 525 mayors across the United States have joined their joint national effort to combat antisemitism.

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  • NEW YORK, March 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --American Jewish Committee (AJC) and The U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) announced today that more than 525 mayors across the United States have joined their joint national effort to combat antisemitism.
  • As Mayors and municipal leaders, we have a unique responsibility to speak out against the growing menace of antisemitism," states the Mayors United Against Antisemitism statement.
  • In January 2019, The U.S. Conference of Mayors andAJC signed a Memorandum of Understanding tofurtherenhanceU.S.-Israel ties at the municipal levelacross the country.
  • About the United States Conference of Mayors-- The U.S. Conference of Mayors is the official nonpartisan organization of cities with populations of 30,000 or more.

U.S. Latino, Jewish Leaders Determine 2021 Priorities

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Wednesday, March 24, 2021
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NEW YORK, March 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The national Latino Jewish Leadership Council (LJLC), convened by American Jewish Committee (AJC), met Monday to discuss policy priorities as the nation and the world continue to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic.

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  • NEW YORK, March 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The national Latino Jewish Leadership Council (LJLC), convened by American Jewish Committee (AJC), met Monday to discuss policy priorities as the nation and the world continue to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • League of United Latin American Citizens(LULAC) CEO Sindy Benavides and AJC CEO David Harris addressed the top priorities in their respective communities.
  • Harris said, "Who are the groups most likely to be on the receiving end of scapegoating and conspiracy theories?
  • A stable and prosperous Hemisphere and a peaceful and secure Israel are priorities for our Council.