Letter from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Elie Wiesel

This document is a handwritten thank you note from Leanna Kamrath to Dr. Wiesel, dated April 18, 2019. The note expresses deep gratitude for Dr. Wiesel's time and efforts, specifically mentioning the valuable lessons taught at Chapman. Leanna Kamrath thanks Dr. Wiesel for coming to speak. The note is presented on a decorative greeting card, which features an illustration of a lit candle on the front page, suggesting a personal and heartfelt sentiment.

Nicole Kahn, widow of Jean Kahn, writes to Professor Elie Wiesel to invite him to a public tribute for her late husband. The event is scheduled for December 1, 2014, in Paris at the Hemicycle of the Economic, Social and Environmental Council. The tribute will consist of testimonials from various personalities, focusing on Jean Kahn's humanist, democratic, and human rights actions. Nicole Kahn, on behalf of herself and her sons, expresses how honored they would be if Professor Wiesel could attend and deliver a 5-7 minute speech about his shared experiences with Jean Kahn. She explains that the contributions from the ceremony will be preserved through videos on a dedicated website or through publication. She requests a response by September 15, 2014, to aid in the organization of the event. The letter concludes by affirming the high esteem and friendship Jean Kahn held for Wiesel.

Joy and Irwin Kadaner write to Professor Elie Wiesel, recalling a past kindness he did for their family after his book "Open Heart" was published. They inform him that for Pesach, they have purchased several of his books: a Haggadah with his commentary and illustrations by Mr. Padwalh, and copies of "Souls on Fire" and "Messenger of G-d" for their nephew, Derek, who has shown an interest in Chasidism and Jewish storytelling. The Kadaners express their admiration for his work, agreeing with his sentiment that Pesach is a "cry for compassion" and a "story of hope." They conclude the letter by asking Professor Wiesel if he would be willing to personalize and sign three enclosed bookplates: two for their nephew Derek, and one for their own personal Haggadah. They enclose a reply envelope and state that a simple signature would also be acceptable. They wish him and his family well.

This document consists of a typed transcription and a handwritten version of a letter from Bill Clinton to Elie, dated November 5, 2005. Clinton apologizes for the delay in replying to Elie's letter about a speech he gave in Las Vegas. He explains he was attempting to obtain a transcript of his remarks. Clinton addresses a controversial statement made during the speech, where he reportedly said that if Palestinians in Gaza had no way in or out, Gaza would "look like" an overcrowded concentration camp, following a compliment to PM Sharon's Gaza withdrawal plan. He acknowledges this as a "bad mistake" he will not repeat, and expresses his intent to clarify his opinions. Clinton concludes by thanking Elie for bringing the matter to his attention and sends regards to Marion.

This letter, dated February 16, 2015, is from Arthur Cohn to Elie. Cohn expresses deep admiration for Elie's recent contribution, likely an advertisement in The New York Times, which he believes powerfully supports "Bibi's" victory in the upcoming Israeli election and effectively highlights the nuclear threat from Iran. Cohn states his pride in Elie's impactful intervention. He also conveys his shock that Elie's significant views are seemingly not reported in major Israeli newspapers like Haaretz, Yedioth, and Maariv, suggesting that freedom of speech in these outlets might be limited to anti-Bibi content. He contrasts this with accusations against Sheldon Adelson's free newspaper. The letter concludes with heartfelt congratulations for Elie's courage and acknowledges the challenging environment for speaking truth. A handwritten note adds that the author reached Marion by phone, who provided missing information.