"The object of being a Jew, a Roman, or an American, is not to be the best Jew, Roman, or American who ever lived; it is to be Jewish, Roman, American with the minimum expenditure of morality."
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About Arthur Hertzberg
Arthur Hertzberg (1921-2006) was an American scholar and prominent Jewish leader known for his work as a historian and activist. He served as the president of the American Jewish Congress and was a tireless advocate for civil rights and social justice. Hertzberg was a respected author, writing extensively on Jewish history, Zionism, and the Holocaust. His passionate advocacy for human rights and his scholarly contributions have left a lasting impact on the Jewish community and beyond.
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