Avraham Burg

Avraham Burg is an Israeli politician, author, and peace activist known for his leadership in the Jewish Agency and the Knesset (Israeli Parliament). Born in 1955, he served as the Speaker of the Knesset and has been a vocal advocate for civil rights, democracy, and the importance of dialogue for peace in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Burg has also written extensively on identity, history, and the future of Israel. His views often challenge traditional narratives and promote a more inclusive Jewish identity, aiming to bridge divides within Israeli society and between Israelis and Palestinians.