Jewish philanthropist, former Gaza envoy James Wolfensohn dies at 86
Wolfensohn was his entire life also devoted to Jewish giving. The family foundation he set up, administered by his children, gave to a broad array of Jewish causes across denominations.
Palestinian President Yasser Arafat (R) greets World Bank President James Wolfensohn at Arafat's office in Gaza City July 22, 1999.FILE PHOTO: Palestinian President Yasser Arafat (R) greets World Bank President James Wolfensohn at Arafat's office in Gaza City July 22, 1999.(photo credit: REUTERS/POOL)ByRON KAMPEAS/JTA