David Harris

CEO David Harris has led the American Jewish Committee (AJC) since 1990 and has been described by the late Israeli President Shimon Peres as the “foreign minister of the Jewish people.” Harris is a leading Jewish advocate who meets with world leaders to advance Israel’s diplomatic standing and promote international human rights and inter-religious and inter-ethnic understanding. He has been honored by the governments of Azerbaijan, Belgium, Bulgaria, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Moldova, Poland, Spain, and Ukraine for his international efforts in the defense of human rights, advancement of the transatlantic partnership, and dedication to the Jewish people.