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Israel Advocacy news

By Jeff Margolis, Israel Advocacy Committee Member

The Israel Advocacy Committee of Greater Naples congratulated the American Jewish Committee (AJC) on the selection of Congressman David Deutch of Fort Lauderdale as the new CEO of the American Jewish Committee (AJC).

Current distinguished CEO, David Harris, who has been at the helm of the organization for 30 years, will be retiring. Deutch will assume the position on Oct. 1. Congressman Deutch has served as the chair of the House Ethics Committee and as a member of the foreign affairs and judiciary committees.

The mission of the American Jewish Committee is to “enhance the well-being of the Jewish people and Israel and to advance human rights and democratic values in the United States and around the world.” AJC’s headquarters is in New York City and its government affairs office is in Washington, D.C. The organization also maintains offices in Europe, Israel and Asia.

The Israel Advocacy Committee of Greater Naples, an affiliation of Jewish Federation of Greater Naples, is in the process of planning activities and events for next season. The organization strives to provide information and education about the government and people of Israel and its role on the world stage. Next year, in 2023, Israel will celebrate its 75th anniversary. Stay tuned for information about a community-wide Israel Festival Celebration.

For more information about the Israel Advocacy Committee or to offer suggestions for future programming, please contact Harvey Cohen, IAC chair, at hwcohen@gmail.com.