It is a great pleasure to send out birthday greetings from Art’s History to that tireless champion of human rights, Irwin Cotler. Over his distinguished career he has served as federal Minister of Justice, helped represent Canada at the funeral of Nelson Mandela (where I had the honour to meet him), combatted antisemitism in all shapes and forms both domestically and abroad, and a world-renowned legal scholar throughout the decades. Cotler has also served as President of the Canadian Jewish Congress. Most recently, Russian President Vladimir Putin banned him from visiting Russia, a move Cotler described as a “badge of honour.”
Respected by partisans of all stripes both at home and abroad, Cotler continues his work fighting discrimination and seeking human rights for all.
Happy birthday Mr. Cotler!
