Elie Wiesel

12 inspiring Jews who died in 2016

There were several notable deaths in 2016 — including these dozen Jewish men and women from all walks of life.

By Gabe Friedman December 30, 2016 10:34 am

At Hanukkah parties, Obama pleads with Jews to ‘have faith’ in brighter days to come

The families of Elie Wiesel and Shimon Peres lit candles at the parties.

December 15, 2016 10:19 am

Elie Wiesel’s son excoriates Trump rhetoric, calls for political reconciliation

The memorial service for the Nobel Peace Prize winner also featured speeches by American UN Ambassador Samantha Power and Ron Dermer, the Israeli ambassador in Washington.

December 1, 2016 6:45 am

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In final Rosh Hashanah greeting, Obama cites Shimon Peres

October 2, 2016 10:58 am

10 inspiring Jews who died in 5776

By Gabe Friedman September 30, 2016 10:36 am

US House of Representatives unanimously approves resolution honoring Elie Wiesel

September 13, 2016 9:47 am

Russian Jews posthumously honor Elie Wiesel, who fought to free them

August 24, 2016 12:36 pm

Bill honoring life of Elie Wiesel approved by House committee

July 17, 2016 1:06 pm

After Elie Wiesel, can anyone unite American Jews?

By Ben Sales July 11, 2016 3:28 pm

7 Elie Wiesel books that show the range of his influence

By Gabe Friedman July 7, 2016 11:31 am

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