Jacob Javits

1904 - 1986

Jacob Javits

American politician.

Was Jacob Javits Jewish?
Yes, Jacob Javits was Jewish.
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Javits served as Senator from New York from 1957 to 1981.

• As Senator, he played a major role in the passage of the 1964 Civil Rights Act.

• He was a veteran of World War II, and served in the US House of Representatives prior to becoming a Senator.

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Javits Becomes First Jewish Senator to Serve on Foreign Relations Committee - Jewish Telegraphic Agency
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1969
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Javits Says Israelis Fear Russia Will ‘maneuver’ U.S. into Settlement - Jewish Telegraphic Agency
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