OT: RIP Bernie Marcus

[RUSK97]

Hyperbole. Always a jerk? Why, because you disagreed with things he said.

Was a he a jerk when he:

4. Supported Jewish causes to ensure the Jewish people’s continuity, survival, and flourishing and to promote Israel’s democracy and self-sufficiency. This becomes activated through what Bernie believes is two sides of the same coin – fighting antisemitism/anti-Israel sentiment, particularly on college campuses, and promoting projects and organizations that instill pride within our youth.

Hyperbole. Always a jerk? Why, because you disagreed with things he said.

Was a he a jerk when he:

4. Supported Jewish causes to ensure the Jewish people’s continuity, survival, and flourishing and to promote Israel’s democracy and self-sufficiency. This becomes activated through what Bernie believes is two sides of the same coin – fighting antisemitism/anti-Israel sentiment, particularly on college campuses, and promoting projects and organizations that instill pride within our youth.

I didn't expect him to support athletics, but was always surprised he didn't provide support for Jewish organizations at RU, considering RU has one of the highest, if not the absolute highest percentage of Jewish students at a major public university.

 

[CERU00]

The obit I saw list big contributions to the Atlanta Aquarium and medical centers in the Atlanta area. It was a very apolitical list.

He was wise. I don't give my money to politically oriented organizations now and I also wouldn't do it if I had his money. But he definitely had opinions on government and they weren't apolitical.