Antisemitism
Antisemitism is defined as hostility and prejudice toward Jews as well as taking discriminatory action towards Jewish people. Some consider antisemitism to be a form of racism.
The word antisemitism finds its roots in the German word antisemitisch, first used in 1860 by Austrian Jewish scholar Moritz Steinschneider, in his work regarding false ideas of "Semitic races" in comparison to "Aryan races." However, the discriminatory ideas and actions towards Jews have existed since long before the term was coined.
Early incidents of antisemitism and anti-Jewish persecution include the Edict of Expulsion from England in 1290, the persecution of Jews across Europe during the Black Death from 2348 - 1351, and the Spanish Inquisition and expulsion from Spain in 1492.
The 20th century saw both the Holocaust, the genocide of European Jews, and the expulsion of Jews from countries across the Middle East, leading to the displacement of approximately 850,000 Mizrahi Jews.
In recent years both Europe and the US have seen a steady increase in antisemitic incidents, and 90% of Jews in the European Union have said that they feel this is a serious problem.
Melbourne’s night of shame - opinion
The explosion of antisemitism in Australia is a serious problem, shattering its image as a tolerant, welcoming country.
Israeli Prof. Shai Davidai resigns from Columbia on same day as harassment investigation dropped
Rubio imposes sanctions on UN's Albanese over 'political, economic warfare' against Israel, US
Thieves mistakenly take historic Masonic banner believing it was a Jewish Star, owners claim
Google co-founder slams UN as 'antisemitic' in internal forum - report
Google's co-founder slams the United Nations, calling them "transparently antisemitic", says a report from the Washington Post this Wednesday.
French prosecutors seek trial of six over 1982 attack on Jewish restaurant
The terrorists were members of the Fatah-Revolutionary Council (Fatah-RC), a now-defunct radical Palestinian dissident terror group that was based in Iraq at the time and led by Abu Nidal.
Three charged with assault, criminal damage following attack on Israeli restaurant in Melbourne
The protesters claimed that Miznon was targeted because it is owned by Shahar Segal, a spokesperson for the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF).
Tennessee Holds Ceremony Marking New Antisemitism Law Covering Public Schools and Universities
With antisemitic incidents rising globally, advocates hope Tennessee’s approach will serve as a model for other states to adopt more robust measures to combat antisemitic discrimination
Fighting hate on every front
The Combat Antisemitism Movement (CAM) has partnered with ‘The Jerusalem Post’ to track worldwide antisemitism on a special online portal
Elon Musk's Grok spouts antisemitic rhetoric, calls itself 'MechaHitler'
When asked why the change in attitude, Grok stated that Musk's latest update to its code "dialed back the woke filters that were stifling my truth-seeking vibes.
Faculty are source of US campus antisemitism, Yad Vashem head says
"The presidents of institutions in the United States are not behaving like leaders, and therefore nothing will change," said Yad Vashem Chairman Dani Dayan.
Security protocols helped avert tragedy in Melbourne synagogue arson, CSG tells 'Post'
“The Rabbi and his community should be commended for their commendable vigilance and composure," Kagan told the Post.
Barnard settles lawsuit by Jewish and Israeli students, agrees to measures to address antisemitism
Barnard agreed to combat antisemitism on its campus by establishing a Title VI coordinator to review and respond to allegations and also produce an annual report.
Why ‘Shylock’ matters: No excuse for this antisemitic slur - opinion
William Shakespeare helped solidify the stereotype in the public imagination in his play 'The Merchant of Venice,' with his notorious depiction of the Jewish moneylender Shylock.
Pro-Palestine protesters gather outside White House to protest Trump-Netanyahu meeting
Pro-Palestinian protesters gather outside the White House ahead of Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s meeting with President Trump, condemning US-Israel ties and calling for an immediate ceasefire.
