Letter from Václav Havel to Elie and Marion Wiesel

This document, appearing to be a proposal or an internal note from Elie Wiesel to Jean-David Levitte, outlines an "International Nobel Prize Colloquium: Whither the 21st Century." The proposed event, tentatively scheduled for May-June 2010, aims to gather approximately fifty Nobel laureates and other influential personalities. The program is designed for two or three days, featuring four commissions dedicated to politics & economy, history & crises, power & ethics, and media & human rights. It also includes two daily plenary sessions and evening concerts with distinguished musicians. The document states that invitations would be extended by the President of the Republic and Elie Wiesel himself, reminiscent of a similar event in 1988. The colloquium is planned to conclude with the publication of a manifesto addressing major challenges facing the current generation. A handwritten note at the bottom, likely from Elie Wiesel, asks "My dear Jean-David... what do we do with it?" or "what do we make of it?".

This letter from the Forum 2000 Foundation invites Elie Wiesel to deliver an introductory speech at their annual conference, scheduled for October 21-23, 2012, in Prague. The letter begins by recalling the foundation's origins in 1996, initiated by Václav Havel, Elie Wiesel, and Yohei Sasakawa, and emphasizes its ongoing commitment to democratic principles, support for dissidents, and championing civil society. It notes the recent passing of President Havel and Executive Director Oldřich Černý but reaffirms the foundation's dedication to their shared legacy. The letter also mentions the expansion of the Forum 2000 International Advisory Board and outlines the upcoming conference's focus on the relationship between democracy and the media, particularly concerning changes in the Arab world. A postscript expresses gratitude for Wiesel's keynote speech at the 2009 Holocaust Era Assets conference in Prague.

William J. Clinton writes to Elie, apologizing for a delayed response to a letter concerning Clinton's speech in Vegas. Clinton explains that he was trying to obtain a transcript of his remarks. He recounts that after consulting with Prime Minister Sharon regarding his Gaza consultations plan, Clinton had stated that if Palestinians in Gaza had no way in or out, Gaza would "look like an international concentration camp." Clinton acknowledges this statement as a "bad mistake" and expresses his intention to "make amends again" and clarify his opinion. He concludes by thanking Elie for bringing the matter to his attention.

This is a letter from Louie Freeh, Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, to Professor Elie Wiesel of Boston University. Dated October 24, 1995, the letter expresses gratitude for Wiesel's visit and the honor of speaking with him. Freeh invites Wiesel to visit again when he is in the Washington area to have a more extensive conversation. The letter concludes with a wish for Wiesel's health, happiness, and peace.

James W. Cronin writes to Elie Wiesel after returning from the Paris Conference. He shares his impressions, highlighting the informative nature of the gathering and the impactful individuals he met, including several Nobel laureates. Cronin notes the idea of forming "crisis teams" of Nobel Prize winners to address global trouble spots and praises Wole Soyinka's emphasis on combating religious fanaticism and nationalistic ideologies, advocating for a "secular decade." He expresses regret over the insufficient representation of intellectuals from undeveloped countries at the conference and suggests their inclusion in future discussions on development. Cronin specifically mentions the conflicts in Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza Strip, acknowledging Wiesel's unique moral authority and humanitarian principles in addressing these issues. He concludes by thanking Wiesel for the opportunity to participate in the conference.