JL;DR

David Tenenbaum's dramatic story highlights the dangers of prejudice and the strength of faith in the face of adversity. As a Jewish engineer for the U.S. Army, Tenenbaum was wrongfully accused of espionage, a claim driven by underlying antisemitic bias rather than evidence. For years, he faced the psychological toll of living under intense scrutiny and being unjustly labeled a traitor. Tenenbaum's ordeal only ended when the Pentagon admitted that his persecution was fueled by his Jewish identity. His experience is a stark reminder of the destructive power of unfounded fear and stereotypes, and the resilience that belief in justice and truth can provide, even under the most trying circumstances.