NJDC Statement on the Passing of Rep. Vanik

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, former Ohio Democratic Congressman Charles Vanik passed away at age 94. Today, the National Jewish Democratic Council (NJDC) released the following statement by NJDC Executive Director Ira N. Forman:

"The entire NJDC family is saddened to learn of the death of former Congressman Charles Vanik. Representative Vanik will be remembered as a strong friend to the Jewish community who gave his heart and soul to the cause of Soviet Jewry. He was a voice for thousands who fled Soviet oppression, and indeed there are countless Jews who owe their freedom to his valiant efforts.

"Our hearts go out to the Vanik family."