"As much progress as we think we've made with legislation, litigation and education, anti-Semitism still continues to be the No. 2 hate crime in the United States. You can't eliminate it, but you can try to keep a lid on it." https://armenianweekly.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Foxman.jpg Why we’re proud of this individual: In the mid 1960s, Abraham Foxman joined the Anti-Defamation League. The ADL has a wide array of duties. They help fight Anti- Semitism, problems in the community, such as terrorism, cyber- hate and hate crimes. Additionally, they confront discrimination, stand up for Israel and promote respectful schools! Mr. Foxman quickly became one of the directors of the ADL. He is in charge of protecting a public figure when they feel wrong- ly or incessantly criticized for something that they have done. He will respond to what the media is saying about said person. Since he is so well-known, the publicity is good for the person he is de- fending. He is a fierce defender of Israel and the Jewish community. He is not afraid to speak out about another celebrity or person of power that has spoken negatively about the Jewish Community. He says, “’I’m not predictable,’ Mr. Foxman said. ‘I’ve ticked off the right and the left. The media like that.’” He isn’t afraid to stand up for http://www.reaxxion.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Law- what is right. Enforcement-Logo-667x625.jpg https://www.nytimes.com/2015/07/18/nyregion/abraham-foxman-to-retire-after-28-years -of-fighting-anti-semitism.html Other Observances This Month: May 1: Save the Rhino Day May 16: Ramadan May 5: Cinco de Mayo May 25: National Wine Day May 13: Mother’s Day May 28: Memorial Day Brought to you by the Office of Social Equity, 210 Carrier Clarion University is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer .