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Israeli President Isaac Herzog to serve as 2026 JTS commencement speaker, sparking internal discourse

Herzog’s selection has led to the internal circulation of two letters supporting and opposing the pick.

By Mark Neyman / Courtesy of Government Press Office of Israel

Herzog has served as president of Israel since 2021 and has been active in Israeli politics for over 25 years.

By Simon Leton • April 30, 2026 at 5:18 AM

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