Letter from Elie Wiesel to President Obama regarding military success

This letter, dated July 1, 2009, from Albina Jesuthasan to Professor Elie Wiesel, details the severe persecution of Tamils in Sri Lanka. The author expresses gratitude for Wiesel's understanding of the Tamil plight and draws parallels to the Jewish nation's history of discrimination. Jesuthasan highlights the Sri Lankan government's violence, including the slaughter of 20,000 Tamil civilians and the indefinite detention of 300,000 Tamils in concentration camps. She reveals that four of her brothers and their families are among those detained, suffering from denied human rights, inadequate food, and harsh living conditions. She also mentions a brother whose teenage daughter is missing and details the historical grievances, such as the 1981 burning of the Jaffna Library, which fueled the Tamil struggle for a separate homeland. The letter concludes with an appeal to Professor Wiesel and his organization to advocate for justice for the oppressed Tamils.

This letter, dated October 18, 2002, is from Jimmy Carter to Elie Wiesel. Carter expresses his honor at being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize and thanks Wiesel for his warm congratulations. He notes that he and Rosalynn appreciate Wiesel's support for The Carter Center's work in promoting peace, health, and human rights worldwide, stating that Wiesel shares in this tribute. The letter concludes with a handwritten postscript from Jimmy Carter saying, "ps It's good to follow in your footsteps."

A telegram sent by Jena and Joe Tenenbaum on April 25, 2007, congratulating Mrs. Marion Wiesel on receiving the insignia of Commandeur of the National Order of the Legion of Honor. The telegram was addressed to Mrs. Wiesel at the Consulate General of France in New York. The sender's address is indicated as 7500 W. Lake Mead Blvd, Suite #9-339, Las Vegas, NV 89128.

This is a brief, informal handwritten note from Colin L. Powell to 'Elie' (likely Elie Wiesel), dated February 26th (year unspecified). The note congratulates Elie on receiving the National Humanities Medal and states that it is "well-deserved."

A thank-you letter from Christopher Shays, Member of Congress, to Mr. and Mrs. Marion and Elie Wiesel, dated February 16, 2007. Shays expresses gratitude for their thoughtful words of congratulation regarding his reelection to Congress, noting it was a "wonderful victory" and that he is glad the "intense campaign is over." He mentions being rejuvenated by interacting with them and their neighbors. He concludes by stating that the next two years will be critical for the country and that he looks forward to working with and representing the residents of the Fourth Congressional District for another term. The letter includes a handwritten personal note from "Chris (+Botsi)" to Marion and Elie, expressing how blessed they feel to have them as constituents. The document also indicates it was "Paid for by the Christopher Shays for Congress Committee, Ralph Depanfilis, Treasurer" and bears a "RECEIVED R3.6.07" stamp.