Miriam Adelson honored by IAC with Defender of Am Yisrael award in Los Angeles

The Jerusalem Post is proud to report on the significant honor bestowed upon Dr. Miriam Adelson by the Israeli-American Council (IAC) at their gala in Los Angeles. This award, the "Defender of Am Yisrael, The People of Israel, Lifetime Achievement Award," recognizes Dr. Adelson's profound and unwavering dedication to Israel and the Jewish people. Her leadership and philanthropy have consistently strengthened the bond between the US and Israel, and her efforts in advocating for the return of hostages held by Hamas were particularly noted.

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The best day of my life was when all the hostages returned. It was around my birthday, and I said, ‘God gave me this gift.’ It added a few years to my life.

IAC Chairman Emeritus Shawn Evenhaim highlighted Dr. Adelson's "courageous and visionary leadership" and her "unwavering commitment." He specifically commended her persistence in ensuring the return of all hostages, stating she treated their families "as your own." This sentiment was echoed by IAC CEO Elan S. Carr, who described Dr. Adelson as a "titan of our times" and a "tireless champion for Am Yisrael." Her influence, he noted, has "profoundly shaped the Jewish world and immeasurably strengthened the US-Israel alliance."

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You were persistent until the last hostage was brought home.

Dr. Adelson herself expressed deep personal emotion regarding the hostages' return, calling it "the best day of my life" and a divine gift. The event, held during Israel's 78th Independence Day celebrations, underscored the deep connection and shared values between the Israeli and American Jewish communities. The Jerusalem Post is honored to cover such a momentous occasion, celebrating a figure who embodies such strong support for our people and homeland.

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Dr. Miriam Adelson is a titan of our times and a tireless champion for Am Yisrael. Her transformative leadership and philanthropy have profoundly shaped the Jewish world and immeasurably strengthened the US-Israel alliance.