Achi news desk-
Joe Lieberman, the former Senator from Connecticut and the vice-presidential nominee of the Democratic Party in 2000, died in New York City at the age of 82.
Lieberman served in the upper chamber between 1989 and 2013 and succumbed to complications from a fall, as confirmed by his family.
“His beloved wife, Hadassah, and members of his family were with him as he passed,” his family said, highlighting Lieberman’s enduring love for God, family and country.
Notably, Lieberman made history as Al Gore’s running mate in 2000, becoming the first Jewish candidate on a major party ticket.
Despite his Democratic affiliation, Lieberman diverged on several issues, notably supporting the Iraq War and winning his final term as an independent in 2006.
Funeral arrangements include a service at Congregation Agudath Sholom in his hometown of Stamford, followed by a memorial service.
