Shcharansky Anatoly

Anatoly Shcharansky (Natan Sharansky) – Public Profile

Public figure widely known as Natan Sharansky. Birthdate: January 20, 1948. Birthplace is commonly listed as Donetsk, Ukrainian SSR, Soviet Union; transliteration variants exist and the name is often rendered as Anatoly Shcharansky in Russian sources. He is a Soviet-born Israeli human rights advocate, author, and politician.

Identity and overview

• Original name: Anatoly Borisovich Shcharansky (later known as Natan Sharansky after immigrating to Israel).
• Professions: human rights activist, author, and Israeli politician.
• Notable role: became a leading Soviet dissident and refusenik; later a public figure in Israel and international democracy advocacy.

Birth and early life

Born January 20, 1948 (place commonly cited as Donetsk, Ukrainian SSR, Soviet Union). His early life and activism developed within the Soviet Jewish emigration movement, leading to his prominence as a prisoner of conscience and symbol of international efforts for freedom of movement.

Public profile and career highlights

• Prominent refusenik and dissident in the Soviet Union, advocating for Jewish emigration and civil liberties.
• Immigrated to Israel in 1986 and became a citizen, continuing his public service and advocacy on democracy and human rights.
• In Israeli public life, he held senior roles in government and public institutions, including leadership positions with major diaspora and Jewish community organizations.
• Author of influential writings on democracy and freedom, including The Case for Democracy and Fear No Evil, among others.

Notable works

Key writings include The Case for Democracy (2004) and Fear No Evil (memoir of his experiences). His books focus on human rights, democracy promotion, and the defense of free societies.

Recent public activity and projects

Sharansky has remained active as a public intellectual, commentator, and speaker on democracy, human rights, and the future of Jewish communities and Israel. He participates in international conferences, contributes op-eds, and engages with policy groups related to democracy promotion and diaspora affairs. For current activities, consult official organizations linked to his public work, such as the Jewish Agency for Israel and Israeli government portals.

Social media and online presence

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Sources and further reading

• Britannica – Natan Sharansky
• Wikipedia – Natan Sharansky
• Jewish Agency – Leadership