I read with utter amazement the recent article regarding Steve Markowitz that was written in the July 5 issue of the Great Neck News. The disparaging way in which Steve Markowitz has been described as well as the letters to the editor that were published from individuals who seem to have some other agenda are shameful.
This is an attempt to undermine the reputation of a prominent and well-known citizen who has been a staunch supporter of Jewish causes for decades. I’ve known Steve for almost 30 years, and I can safely say that Steve is someone who gives his time, effort and energy to institutions and individuals who advocate for the greater good. I know him best as past president of Temple Israel of Great Neck where he put great emphasis on bringing the Conservative, Reform, Orthodox and Sephardic communities together.
The people involved in this terrible campaign against Steve have no idea who he is or what he has contributed to the Great Neck and Long Island community, and to the Jewish community as a whole. He doesn’t deserve this.
Sam Husney
Great Neck
