Leon Charney Quotes


First, we would reposition UPI by bringing it into the 21st century with new technology. And second would be to better utilize its assets, like the library and archives, which have terrific value.


Citations

Charney, Leon. Quoted in "Saudi Broadcaster, New York Developer Make Bid For UPI." AP News, Associated Press, 23 June 1992.

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Leon Charney
Leon Charney
  • Born: July 23, 1938
  • Died: March 21, 2016
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Real Estate Investor, Attorney, Political Advisor, Talk-show Host, Author, Cantor, Philanthropist

Leon Charney was an American real estate tycoon, attorney, author, philanthropist, political pundit, media personality and Jewish cantor. He lived in Manhattan in New York City, dividing his time between his residences in Tel Aviv and Boca Raton, Florida. In March 2012, Forbes listed Charney as No. 353 among the wealthiest Americans. He was a graduate of Yeshiva University where he participated in demonstrations to free Soviet Jewry, and Brooklyn Law School.