Bob Katzmann was a brilliant jurist whose kindness, compassion, and decency set an example for others and made a difference in a lot of lives – especially the work he led to ensure that everyone, regardless of their immigration status, has the right to legal representation.

The recent violent attacks on Jews that have taken place in NYC, LA, and other cities, including in the U.K., are abhorrent – as is the vandalism that has occurred at both temples and mosques. Jews and Muslims must stand united against this violence and hatred.

Johns Hopkins University and Bloomberg Philanthropies announced the launch of the Vivien Thomas Scholars Initiative devoted to addressing historic underrepresentation in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields, and preparing a new, more diverse generation of researchers and scholars to assume leadership roles in tackling some of the world’s greatest challenges.

Recent research seems to challenge the fundamentals of the field. The U.S. should support the quest for answers.

He was a good friend and a wonderful and generous partner in so many of our philanthropic efforts, from education to the arts to gun safety.

The jury has spoken, but this does not close the case on the life of George Floyd. The work of building a more racially equitable and just nation is up to all of us – and I remain fully committed to it.

Vartan Gregorian was a towering intellect whose passion for public service was matched only by his kindness and compassion for others, and his loving devotion to his family.

Bloomberg Philanthropies announced it will provide more than $6 million collectively to the nation’s four historically Black medical schools to expand their mobile unit COVID-19 vaccine operations in their local communities of Nashville, Tennessee; Washington, DC; Atlanta, Georgia and Los Angeles, California.

Vernon Jordan lived a singular American life. As a trusted counselor to presidents and elected officials at every level, a devoted civil rights leader who transcended party and worked to bridge divides, and a strong voice within the business community and corporate boardrooms, the influence he wielded and the insights he shared strengthened our nation in too many ways to count – most of them away from the spotlight he was content to let others have. Over the years I got to know him, I was among the legions who benefited from his wisdom. His influence and good work – and the values it advanced – will far outlast him.

There are few people we can truly call statesmen, and George Shultz was one of them. He was a giant on the world stage. His accomplishments, which include ushering in the end of the Cold War, touched all facets of American life. After leaving office, George remained a respected and important voice on major issues, […]