Anti-Semitism

Those who have a hatred of, or prejudice against, Jews just because they are Jewish are known as anti-Semitic, or they are anti-Semites. Throughout Jewish history, there have been many religious groups that have persecuted the Jews. When Christianity rose throughout Europe, the Jews were persecuted. During the Second World War, more than three-quarters of the Jewish population in Europe was wiped out by the Nazis.
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 US Vice President Kamala Harris meets with President Isaac Herzog in her ceremonial offices

BLM founder: Right-wing pro-Israel activists will cast Harris as antisemitic

Elad Nehorai and Patrisse Cullors warned that right-wing activists will try to undermine Kamala Harris’s presidential bid by accusing her of antisemitism.

Joe Biden: Adas Torah pro-Palestinian riot 'antisemitic' and 'un-American'

California Governor and Mayor of Los Angeles make their officials statements on the riot.

Macron, French Jews call for action after antisemitic rape of 12-year-old girl

French Education Minister Nicole Belloubet said on social media that the crime against the victim was abominable, and the response to such "barbarism" was "Justice, School, Republic."  

UJA-Federation's $200 million surge in emergency funds, defiant response to antisemitism

Eric Goldstein notes record-breaking donations and highlights resilience and solidarity.

Ilhan Omar: Jewish students should be safe 'whether they are pro-genocide or anti-genocide'

The congresswoman noted that she had met a number of Jewish students who were participating in the encampment.

Zurich teen who stabbed Jewish man had pledged loyalty to ISIS

Hundreds gathered in solidarity against antisemitism at the site of the stabbing, the European Jewish Congress said.

‘BBC Arabic treats Israeli guests disgracefully, spreads misinformation,’ interviewees say

Multiple Jewish interviewees point out their disgraceful treatment by BBC Arabic. The corporation’s complaint system came under scrutiny several times according to a spokesperson.

04/03/2024

Nearly 60% increase in antisemitic incidents in 2023 - Combat Antisemitism

Combat Antisemitism Movement’s (CAM) report documented 3,046 reported incidents globally, a 58.2% increase from 1,925 the previous year and 2,215 in 2021.

Effort to track antisemitism in the literary world launches amid widespread anti-Israel sentiment

A wave of intense pro-Palestinian activism within the broad literary community has included bestselling Jewish authors being targeted online as “Zionists.”

By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA , PHILISSA CRAMER/JTA
16/02/2024

Why do so many young Americans hate Israel?

No matter the reason, their impact must be considered.

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