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Milwaukee, WI - Today, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) released the following statement commemorating Jewish American Heritage Month:

 

“During Jewish American Heritage Month, we join together to celebrate the rich history and heritage of the Jewish people. We also recognize the indelible impact this community has had on our nation. 

 

“I’m proud to celebrate the contributions that Jewish Americans have made to improve Wisconsin, our country and the world. This month we remember Golda Meir, the fourth prime minister of Israel and a former Milwaukee resident. Both her determination to find peace and courage to continue her search in the midst of opposition should be revered. Milwaukee also boasts of Hannah Rosenthal, the former U.S. State Department Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism and the current CEO and President of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation. I am grateful for the work she has done and continues to do to fight anti-Semitism and all hate and bigotry. 

  

“These women join many other Jewish Americans who have taken their place in American history. This month and beyond, I challenge everyone to learn more about that history as we fight for peace and mutual respect around the globe and within our communities.”

 

Jewish American Heritage Month has been officially recognized since 2006 and is celebrated each year during the month of May.

 

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