Nothing pains me more than to speak up with anguish in the face of this presidential election. But silence is not an option. American Jewry confronts a fateful choice. Another four years of Donald Trump will be nothing less than a body blow for our country and our community.
I must acknowledge the unexpected nature of this statement. For more than half a century, I avoided public positions on electoral politics. When I chose a career working for the Jewish people, I took on a sacred obligation, like so many other professionals, to avoid taking sides in partisan contests — an obligation I carried into retirement.
But there is more than enough evidence Trump is a demagogue and his presidency threatens American democracy.
B”H Dear Mr Foxman your 50 years being out of politics is what is expected of a person in your role….it is saddening to see that you have broken your 50 years silence. Shana Tova.