Antisemitism

Antisemitism is hostility towards or prejudice against the Jewish people. Since biblical times, Jews experienced periods in which they were persecuted for refusing to adopt the religion and culture of the ruling societies in which they lived. The rise of Christianity and perception of Jews as rejectors of Jesus led to a rise in antisemitism.

Swastikas painted in front of Baltimore Jewish home

Yellow and black swastikas, many improperly drawn, were painted onto the sidewalk along with the word "b****," according to photographs published online.

Man indicted for antisemitic New York gang beating of pro-Israel activist

"Filthy Jew," the men allegedly taunted the victim, according to the DA's office. "Dirty Jew."

Hamas apologism, antisemitism on a small German campus

Hinenu, a Jewish Student Association in Germany, discusses how blatant support for Hamas is allowed on Johannes Gutenberg University, festering an unsafe environment for Jewish students.

 A DEMONSTRATOR holds a placard as Columbia University students protest outside offices of Universit

ADL survey: Rise in antisemitism across seven nations

A new ADL survey reveals a troubling increase in antisemitic attitudes in seven major countries, with nearly 40% endorsing multiple stereotypes.

Anti-Israel, radical left vandals enjoy impunity in the UK

Not all activist causes are treated equally, and by not cracking down on activists who cause millions in damages, the UK government is tacitly endorsing their cause.

Harvard antisemitism task force finds ‘dire’ situation for Israelis on campus, urges swift action

Harvard’s handling of Jewish student concerns came under intense criticism from Jewish circles after Oct. 7.

By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA
27/06/2024

France saw rise in antisemitism, Islamophobia in 2023, report says

Reports of antisemitic and anti-Muslim acts in France increased by 284% and 29% respectively, France’s human rights commission, the CNCDH, said in an annual report published on Thursday.

By REUTERS
27/06/2024

After spurning Columbia, Robert Kraft gives $1M to Yeshiva U to support transfer students

Kraft is directing some of his largesse toward Y.U., which has sought to position itself as a safe haven for Jews who fear antisemitism at other schools.

By JACOB GURVIS/JTA
27/06/2024

Felix Klein, Germany's anti-antisemitism strategist, receives Moshe Rosen Prize for his work

Felix Klein called for the creation of a structured system for reporting antisemitism that would allow Jews to feel safe in Germany and the world.

By JOSH ARONSON
27/06/2024

Texas school district agrees to remove ‘Anne Frank’s Diary,’ ‘Maus,’ and 670 other books

Typically, a school district would require book challengers to go through a formal challenge process in which each individual book would be assessed for merit, this time it took five minutes.

By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA
27/06/2024
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