LETTERS: Israeli Government Official
THE ISRAELI AMBASSADOR
The Hon. Dr. Yechiel (Michael) Leiter
Embassy of Israel
Washington, D.C.
Greetings, Your Excellency Ambassador Leiter,
Shalom and Peace.
I respectfully submit this communication regarding the anticipated 63rd Commemoration of the historic August 1963 March on Washington, projected for late August 2026 in Washington, D.C.
This effort is intended not simply as a remembrance event, but as a reaffirmation of the historic moral partnership between Jewish communities and the American Civil Rights Movement. That alliance remains one of the most constructive examples of interfaith cooperation in modern democratic history.
The enclosed explanatory booklet outlines the historical context, the civic compassion dimensions reflected in the EXODUS II initiative, and the broader ethical dialogue emerging through the Sacred Tech framework concerning technological change, human dignity, and interfaith responsibility.
Parallel courtesy letters have been shared with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President Isaac Herzog, and Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana to ensure mutual awareness and transparency.
This outreach is offered in friendship, gratitude for historic partnership, and hope for continued moral cooperation between our peoples.
With sincere respect,
Ted Hayes
Justiceville / EXODUS II Initiative
Sacred Tech Civic Ethics Project
United States of America
Shalom and Peace
PRIME MINISTER BENJAMIN NETANYAHU
Greetings, Prime Minister Netanyahu,
Shalom and Peace to you and the people of Israel.
I write to respectfully inform you of the forthcoming 63rd Commemoration of the 1963 March on Washington, anticipated for late August 2026.
Jewish participation in the American Civil Rights Movement represented a powerful expression of moral solidarity that helped advance democratic ideals in the United States. Renewing awareness of this shared history can strengthen Jewish–Black relations, interfaith understanding, and youth education in both our societies.
The Israeli Embassy in Washington, along with President Isaac Herzog and Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana, has also received parallel correspondence so that this communication remains transparent and collegial.
Any acknowledgment or encouragement from Israeli leadership would be warmly appreciated and understood as a continuation of a historic moral partnership.
With respect and friendship,
Ted Hayes
Justiceville / EXODUS II Initiative
Sacred Tech Civic Ethics Project
Shalom and Peace.
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PRESIDENT ISAAC HERZOG
Greetings, President Herzog,
Shalom and Peace.
I respectfully bring to your attention the anticipated 63rd Commemoration of the August 1963 March on Washington, planned for late August 2026.
The historic partnership between Jewish communities and the American Civil Rights Movement remains a profound example of interfaith cooperation grounded in shared ethical commitments. Renewing this memory can contribute positively to youth education, cultural understanding, and ongoing humanitarian dialogue.
For transparency, similar correspondence has been shared with Prime Minister Netanyahu, Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana, and Ambassador Leiter in Washington.
This outreach is offered in friendship, in gratitude for the past, and in hope of continued cooperation.
With sincere respect,
Ted Hayes
Justiceville / EXODUS II Initiative
Sacred Tech Civic Ethics Project
Shalom and Peace.
NESSET SPEAKER AMIR OHANA
Greetings, Speaker Ohana,
Shalom and Peace.
I respectfully inform you of the anticipated 63rd Commemoration of the 1963 March on Washington, expected in late August 2026.
The alliance between Jewish communities and the American Civil Rights Movement demonstrated how diverse communities can cooperate constructively to pursue dignity and justice. Remembering this partnership today encourages interfaith understanding, youth education, and constructive global dialogue.
Parallel correspondence has been extended to Prime Minister Netanyahu, President Herzog, and Ambassador Leiter to ensure mutual awareness.
This communication is offered in friendship and shared historical respect.
With appreciation,
Ted Hayes
Justiceville / EXODUS II Initiative
Sacred Tech Civic Ethics Project
Shalom and Peace.