Anti-Defamation League (ADL)

'No Honor' For Egyptian 'Woman of Courage'

ADL welcomes decision to defer awarding Women of Courage Award to Egyptian activist Samira Ibrahim following anti-Semitic tweets.

ADL Praises College's Swift Response to Racism, KKK Sighting

ADL expresses outrage over reports of racism and at Oberlin college and praises faculty's swift response in condemning the hateful acts.

ADL Welcomes Indictments in New Jersey Synagogue Attacks

ADL welcomes indictment against two individuals in a series of attacks targeting synagogues in Bergen County, New Jersey.

Joan Rivers Won't Apologize for Holocaust Joke

Joan Rivers has no intention of apologizing for her joke about the Holocaust which the ADL said was "vulgar and hideous."

ADL Calls on Joan Rivers to Apologize for 'Vulgar' Remarks

Commenting on model's fashion choice, Joan Rivers said, “last time a German looked this hot was when they were pushing Jews into the ovens."

Neo-Nazi Parties Threaten to 'Upend European Parliament'

Anti-Defamation League urges United States Congress to mobilize a united voice against the return of political anti-Semitism.

ADL Slams 'Offensive and Not Remotely Funny' Oscars Sketch

“While we have come to expect inappropriate ‘Jews control Hollywood’ jokes...the Oscars was offensive and not remotely funny,” said ADL.

New Poll: 38 Percent of Americans Oppose Hagel Nomination

A new poll has shown that 38 percent of Americans hold an unfavorable opinion of Chuck Hagel as secretary of defense.

Italian President Awarded for 'Unequivocal Stand Against Evil'

President of Italy honored for "uncompromising, unequivocal stand against evil of anti-Semitism" in Washington, D.C.

ADL: Galliano's 'Hassidic Garb' a ‘Complete Distortion’

New York Post story accusing fashion designer John Galliano of dressing in Hasidic garb, is “a complete distortion,” says ADL.

Savior of Thousands of Jews Honored Posthumously

Varian Fry, an American journalist responsible for aiding thousands of Jewish refugees during the Holocaust, was honored posthumously.

ADL: Belgian Nazi Parade Makes Mockery of Holocaust

ADL expressed outrage that participants in UNESCO-affiliated festival dressed as Nazis and paraded through the streets of Belgium.

Detroit Auschwitz Sign An 'Intentional, Malicious Act' of Hatred

ADL expresses outrage over 'Arbeit Macht Frei' Auschwitz sign at Packard Plant in Detroit.

Iranian Conference Decries 'Zionist' Influence on Hollywood

A rogue’s gallery of conspiratorial anti-Semites gathered in Tehran for a government-sponsored conference on “Hollywoodism.”

US Law Enforcement Officials Train in Israel

A delegation of law enforcement executives from the United States is participating in a counter-terrorism training program in Israel.

‘Inspiring’ Hitler Apps Featured on Android Google Play

Google’s app store for Androids is offering products featuring information for those who seek the “inspiration” of Adolf Hitler.

Colorado Swastika Defacements Continue; Police Have No Leads

For the second time in a week, Jews in Colorado were confronted with the ugly and frightening sight of swastikas drawn on a building

Jews Welcome Resignation of 'Unacceptable' Morsi Aide

ADL welcomes resignation of adviser to Egyptian President Morsi who called for Jews of Egyptian descent to return to Egypt, "leave Israel".

Jewish Democrats 'Confident' Hagel Will Follow Obama's Lead

The National Jewish Democratic Council issued a statement saying it is confident that Chuck Hagel will follow Obama's "pro-Israel" lead.

Austrian Jewish Leader Warns of Alarming Rise in Anti-Semitism

The leader of Vienna's Jewish community has warned that the number of anti-Semitic incidents in the country has doubled over the past year.

ADL Welcomes Hungary's Actions to Penalize Hate Speech

ADL welcomes Hungarian government's approval of an amendment to hold MPs accountable for hateful remarks.

Turkish Jews Probed for Aiding IDF During Marmara Incident

Turkey launched an investigation into five citizens it believes collaborated with Israel during the Marmara incident, sparking alarm.

ADL Launches New Educational Campaign to Combat Hate

ADL embarks on a Centennial Year educational campaign to provide individuals with tools to better combat anti-Semitism.

ADL Urges Columbia U. to Condemn 'Deeply Disturbing' Online Post

ADL calls on Columbia University to condemn "deeply disturbing" Facebook post by Palestine Studies program director.

German Ruling 'Milestone' in Religious Freedom

Jewish groups have praised the decision by the German Parliament to allow religious circumcision.

Outrage: 'White/Jewish City Council Member Representing NYC?'

A NY City Council hopeful asks constituents: “A White/Jewish City Council Member representing Upper Manhattan?”

European Nations 'Capitulated' in Approving PA Bid at UN

ADL: European nations acted “without courage" and "capitulat[ed] to Arab intimidation" during PA's bid for upgraded UN status.

Jewish Groups Blast 'Pyrrhic' UN Resolution

The UN has handed the PA "a pyrrhic public relations victory," asserts ADL; NCYI. Agudah laud countries opposed, WJC notes Nov. 29 date.

Gaza Conflict has 'Reignited Anti-Israel Passions on Campus'

Anti-Israel protests include comparisons of Israelis to Nazis, accusations that Jewish state tries to perpetrate “another Holocaust."

Jews Lambast Norway for Awarding Medal to Notorious anti-Semite

Jewish groups have harshly criticized Norway's King Harald V for his decision to award a royal service medal to notorious anti-Semite.

College Jewish Center Scrawled with Anti-Semitic Graffiti

“Crude and hateful” graffiti was scrawled on the back door of the Jewish Life House at liberal arts college in Massachusetts.

ADL Urges 'New Day of Civility and Compromise'

In aftermath of divisive election, the ADL called on political leaders in Washington to strive for "a new day of civility and compromise".

Clinton Indirectly Legitimizing Ukrainian Neo-Nazi Party?

Clinton under fire for indirectly legitimizing Ukrainian opposition party that entered into a parliamentary alliance with neo-Nazi party.

Ban Ki-Moon Urged to Withdrawal Biased Falk Report on Israel

ADL has called on U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon to rescind his preliminary endorsement of Richard Falk's biased report against Israel.

ADL Blasts European Union's One-Sided Criticism of Israel

The Anti-Defamation League blasted the European Union for its one-sided criticism of Israel.

7 Jewish Groups Withdraw from Dialogue Demonizing Israel

Seven Jewish groups pulled out of a interfaith dialogue, in response to letter sent to Congres accusing israel of human rights violations.

ADL Slams Twitter After 'A Good Jew' Hashtag Sparks Wave of Hate

ADL released a statement slamming Twitter after repeated use of the hashtag "a good jew" prompted a barrage of anti-Semitic messages.

Anti-Gay Activists' Nazi Analogy 'Trivializes, Distorts History'

Two leading anti-gay activists compared "homosexual activists" to Nazis, claiming they demonize Christians as "Nazis used to do to Jews."

'Concert Against Hate' Pays Tribute to Acts of Courage

Thousands gathered at the Kennedy Center for an evening of music and testimonials about acts of courage in confronting extremism.

ADL Pulls Out of Interfaith Dialogue Due to 'Outrageous Bias'

ADL has withdrawn from a national interfaith dialogue in response to “a serious breach of trust” by Christian leaders attending meeting.

Full-Page Ad in NYT Warns of New Anti-Semitic Blood Libels

The ADL published a full-page ad in The New York Times warning of the anti-Semitic lies that have spread as a result of anti-Islamic film.

Terrorist Groups, Hate Signs: There's an App for That

ADL launches new app that will enable law enforcement officers to access information on hate symbols and terrorist organizations.

Jewish Groups Fear 'Blood Libel' Over Anti-Islam Film

Jewish groups are expressing fear of "another blood libel" against Jews stemming from anti-Islam film that allegedly sparked recent protests

'Kill the Jews' Spray-painted in New Jersey

Residents of a neighborhood in Monmouth Heights, NJ, awoke on Thursday to find swastikas and hate-filled slogans.

ADL: 'Hitler' Garment Shop 'Perverse Abuse of History'

The ADL has called on the owner of the "Hitler" garment shop in India to change store name.

ADL: 'Think Security' During High Holidays

ADL is reaching out to synagogues and Jewish communities across the country, providing them with security information prior to High Holidays

Police: Religion Not Motive in Michigan Attack

Police said they do not believe that the attack against Zachary Tennen, a Jewish student from Michigan, was an anti-Semitic hate crime.

ADL 'Horrified' by Violent Attack Against Jewish Student

The ADL expressed outrage over the alleged anti-Semitic hate crime that occurred yesterday against Jewish student.

Defying Israel and US, UN's Ban Ki-Moon Confirms Trip to Tehran

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon will attend Iran for NAM summit, defying objections from Israel, US and Jewish groups to boycott the event.

Justice at Last for "Portugese Dreyfus", Artur de Barros Basto

It took 75 years,but finally at the end of July 2012 an act of grave injustice and anti-Semitism has been corrected.

Austrian Leader's 'Anti-Semitic Facebook Cartoon' Draws Ire

A far-right Austrian politician came under fire Monday after posting a cartoon on Facebook, likened to anti-Semitic Nazi propaganda.

Joan River's Comparison of Cosco to Nazis 'Deeply Offensive'

Joan Rivers created a disturbance, comparing Cosco wholesale store to the Nazi party. ADL calls remarks "deeply offensive."

Romanian Minister Calls Holocaust Remarks 'Completely Wrong'

Romanian minister Dan Sova said Friday that his remarks denying the Holocaust were "completely wrong.”

ADL: Romanian Minister Must Apologize for Holocaust Denial

The ADL has urged the Romanian government to make a more substantial impact in fighting anti-Semitism.

Jimmy Carter to Address DNC, Despite Jewish Objections

Jimmy Carter has been granted prime-time speaking slot at the upcoming Democratic National Convention, despite objections from Jewish groups

Ramadan Broadcasts 'Rife with Anti-Semitic Themes'

Popular television specials airing during Ramadan are "rife with anti-Semitic themes and expressions of hatred for Israel," according to ADL

ADL Slams Comparison of Iranian Exile Camp to Auschwitz

Lawmakers accused US, Iraqi leaders of being responsible for atrocious conditions of Iranian exiles, with one making comparison to Auschwitz

Ahmadinejad’s 'Most Anti-Semitic Speech Yet'

Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad’s most recent call for the destruction of Israel particularly “ominous,” ADL warns.

Hungarian Lawmaker Forced to Resign After Revealing Jewish Roots

Hungarian lawmaker from the far-right Jobbik party resigned after he had tried to cover up his Jewish ancestry for as long as two years.

Hizbullah Incitement App Removed from iTunes

ADL praises Apple for removing an app that Hizbullah was advertising on iTunes promoting streaming video from Al-Manar.