David Levy, Pioneering Mizrahi Voice in Israeli Politics, Dies at 86

Levy's career spanned decades, breaking barriers for Mizrahi Jews and shaping Israel's political landscape.

Levy immigrated from Morocco in 1957 and rose from construction worker to senior political roles.
He served multiple terms as foreign minister and was instrumental in the rise of the Likud party.
Levy championed affordable housing and immigrant absorption, reflecting his working-class roots.
Despite facing discrimination, he became a symbol of Mizrahi representation and won the Israel Prize in 2018.
Levy's legacy includes his influence on social policies and his role in empowering marginalized communities.