Abraham Foxman, Longtime Leader of Anti-Defamation League, Passes Away at 86
Abraham Foxman, who led the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) for nearly three decades, has died at the age of 86 in New York. Foxman, a Holocaust survivor, was instrumental in expanding the ADL into a major organization combating antisemitism and other forms of prejudice. Under his leadership, the ADL grew significantly, becoming a prominent voice against bigotry. Foxman was known for his strong stance on antisemitism and his efforts to educate and reform individuals who had expressed antisemitic views. His work included supporting broader civil rights causes, such as LGBTQ equality and immigrant rights.