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Malcolm Hoenlein, who had just become head of the New York Conference on Soviet Jewry and today is executive vice chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major Jewish Organizations, recalls that Ford spoke "very movingly, very forcefully" at the New York event. Appointed by Richard Nixon follow- ing the resignation of Vice President Spiro Agnew, Ford became president after Nixon resigned in August 1974 during the Watergate scandal. He remains the only president never elected either president or vice presi- dent. In Ford's first appearance before a Jewish audience after entering the White House, he spoke before a dinner organized by the American Friends of Lubavitch in Philadelphia honoring Rep. Hugh Scott of Pennsylvania. He also addressed a B'nai B'rith convention and the American Jewish Paints Extensive line of products and knowledgeable staff to help you with any project. Faux Finishes or Venetian Plaster ... No Problem Committee during his presidency. 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Taking over from Nixon, Ford kept Henry Kissinger as secretary of state, mindful of the delicate diplomatic fabric that emerged in the Middle East after the 1973 Yom Kippur War. Kissinger's intensive shuttle diplomacy and Ford's active interest culminated in a truce between Israel and Egypt in 1975. That truce, and the quiet that ensued, laid the groundwork for the 1978 Camp David peace accords brokered by Ford's successor, Jimmy Carter. JN Staff Writer Harry Kirsbaum CORONADO Benjamin Moore' Never compromise Nearly 600 2 oz. color samples available for you at $ 3.99 to test on your walls. Teknicolor, the name you can trust and the service you deserve!! *Nrw LOCATION WOODWARD * ORCHARD LAKE * 12 MILE ORCHARD LAKE 10 MILE WOODWARD S. 14 MILE WOODWARD N. N. LAFAYETTE (Pontiac Trail) Farmington Hills Birmingham Pontiac 27849 Orchard Lake 33488 Woodward 51616 Woodward 117 N. 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We recall his lifelong devotion to our nation, including his distinguished wartime record in the Pacific and his decades of devoted public service in Washington as well as his active support for Jews in the Soviet Union and for Israel's quest for peace and security ... On the Middle East, President Ford continued the strong American tradition of bipartisan support Israel, declaring: "My commitment to the security and future of Israel is based upon basic morality as well as enlightened self-interest. Our role in supporting Israel honors our own heritage." Noted AJC Executive Director David A. Harris: "President Ford's last- ing legacy will be that this man of decency, moderation and patriotism proved our nation's democratic institutions to be secure and strong at a critical moment in America's history." For Further details call . (248) 354.6060 14111 4/k Don t miss he camp guide! A guide to camp-making decisions. issue Date: Atpeadttpw ritik , s, January 4 • 2007 25